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They seem to be starting to move into FWD with this and the next 1 Series. I think they also did a FWD 2 door hatchback (3 series?) about a decade ago for a short while, but from memory it was pretty universally regarded as poor, by BMW standards.
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Quite gentle at first but in Sport mode when the turbos kick in it's about as quick as the S8, 0-60 in 6 seconds. 6-speed auto, though presumably no match at high-speed cruising. None of the instant grunt you get from a normally-aspirated V8 but more than adequate despite being only 2 litres. What's more, very easy to drive gently, which will suit SWMBO. ;) |
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And, not to be outdone, while we are vacillating, my #2 son has ordered himself (and his new wife, with her agreement after a test drive) a new BMW M135i in Estoril Blue. Should arrive in about 6 weeks. Like this: http://www.bimmerpost.com/storyimage...-2a2b-fe20.jpg I need to get SWMBO into decision-making mode ASAP! :tuttut: #2 son still has his 4.2 V8 S4 Avant. +++ But with a baby on the way, due this month, the car is staying. (My daughter and her boyfriend are currently car-free but considering a Porsche of some sort) They were almost all here for mothers day today, and all we talked about was cars! :ROFL: |
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(Tip: if you buy a current BMW don't bother with Sports seats as the adjustable side bolsters are really just a nuisance but DEFINITELY have the optional lumbar support as they are pretty poor without it) Down to a shortlist of three now, Volvo V40, BMW 2-series and Jaguar XE. SWMBO is having a drive in the Jag on Monday as she has only been a passenger in it so far. |
The 2 series coupe is rear wheel drive, it's only that active tourer Citroen Picasso thingi that is front wheel drive. It's a sad day when BMW drop their naturally aspirated inline six, and start entairtaining front wheel drive. :(
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Amazing amount of misinformation from the salesman in the showroom though, he clearly new almost nothing about the whole 2-series range. And what he did say was largely flatly contradicted by the brochures/pricelist/website. :Confused: |
Let me know what deal you get at BMW, I can probably beat it and put you in touch with a great salesman. +++
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We haven't yet decided on a BMW, it's on a shortlist of 3 at present. And we also have an inside contact (via family) that my son is using to buy his M135i. But I'll definitely be in touch if we do choose one. :cool: |
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