Do you recommend buying E82?

Pentium · 03-06-2015, 06:31 PM

Hello!

I never owned an E82 Coupe before, although I had an E87 before moving to US and I liked it alot

I'm planning to buy a small coupe...

Do you recommend buying a Certified PreOwned 128i? or just go for the 2 Series? I found many, under 30k mileage and equipped well....

I like the 2 Series a lot, but still I can a great price on 128i with the engine that I prefer! the non-turbo one

What do you think?

Gray_Panther · 03-06-2015, 07:28 PM

Go for the 128i, it is a great car and a lot of fun for a bargain of a price.
I have the coupe and my parental units have the cabriolet (AT) and we look forward to driving everyday.
Why do you like the 2?
I'd ask you to close your eyes and count to three and when you open them which car between the two do you see walking up to?

speedbird · 03-06-2015, 07:40 PM

i have a 128i 6sp with the BMWP exhaust. Wonderful combination. I'm bias but I do love a NA engine.

hawkm3 · 03-06-2015, 08:37 PM

Your on a 1 series page, what else are people gonna say lol

twinboost_MD · 03-06-2015, 09:36 PM

I mean the 1 series looks better but I mean the 2 is a newer car although more expensive. But if you really like the n52 motor then by all means get the 1.

mike@x-ph.com · 03-07-2015, 10:53 AM

If it is at the right price grab an E82

IEDEI · 03-07-2015, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pentium

Hello!

I never owned an E82 Coupe before, although I had an E87 before moving to US and I liked it alot

I'm planning to buy a small coupe...

Do you recommend buying a Certified PreOwned 128i? or just go for the 2 Series? I found many, under 30k mileage and equipped well....

I like the 2 Series a lot, but still I can a great price on 128i with the engine that I prefer! the non-turbo one

What do you think?

don't get a 2-series. it's heavy, bloated, and boring.

get a 128. they are fantastic......just hard to find good ones with a manual, leather, and xenons. most of them came badly equipped, IMO.

Jockey · 03-07-2015, 01:59 PM

Stay with the E82. I finally put mine up for sale which makes me sad.

But bigger things are coming

Pentium · 03-07-2015, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Gray_Panther

Go for the 128i, it is a great car and a lot of fun for a bargain of a price.
I have the coupe and my parental units have the cabriolet (AT) and we look forward to driving everyday.
Why do you like the 2?
I'd ask you to close your eyes and count to three and when you open them which car between the two do you see walking up to?

I'm thinking of the 2 Series because it's new and good looking, but will cost more and I don't want 4 cylinders....

When I close my eyes, I think E82 is the car of choice

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Originally Posted by speedbird

i have a 128i 6sp with the BMWP exhaust. Wonderful combination. I'm bias but I do love a NA engine.

me too, NA and RWD are my life...

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Originally Posted by Ralph1M

Your on a 1 series page, what else are people gonna say lol

yeah sure, but they know everything about the car...it's better to start here

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Originally Posted by twinboost93

I mean the 1 series looks better but I mean the 2 is a newer car although more expensive. But if you really like the n52 motor then by all means get the 1.

yeah...that's the main reason with the price tag...

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Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

If it is at the right price grab an E82

The price is starting around 26k....128i / 2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by IEDEI

don't get a 2-series. it's heavy, bloated, and boring.

get a 128. they are fantastic......just hard to find good ones with a manual, leather, and xenons. most of them came badly equipped, IMO.

yeah that's it....I don't want a poor equipped car...you know at least premium package / Xenon / leather....

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Originally Posted by Jockey

Stay with the E82. I finally put mine up for sale which makes me sad.

But bigger things are coming

Good luck, hope the best for you

Pentium · 03-07-2015, 04:31 PM

After hunting around my area...

http://cpo.bmwusa.com/certified/BMW/...fb10a36e82.htm

What do u think? Alpine White is my favourite

mrvco · 03-07-2015, 04:49 PM

If you're ok with the autobox and nav, then yes, it is worth a look.

Solo_M_Tech · 03-08-2015, 09:13 AM

If you want the 128i, get it with a 6speed, Msport, Premium.

brocklanders · 03-08-2015, 09:38 AM

If I were in your situation I would order a barebones manual 228 without a sunroof and only the performance options you want. Now that I've had a turbo car for the last five years I don't know that I could go back.

brocklanders · 03-08-2015, 09:44 AM

You should ask this question on the two series forum, those guys are ridiculous for the most part. I dont know how many times I've seen phrases like " my M235 is so much better then an e34 m5 ect...".

Pentium · 03-12-2015, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrvco

If you're ok with the autobox and nav, then yes, it is worth a look.

yeah I will do it as soon as I have the time! I didn't find it until now

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Originally Posted by HooningB2G

If you want the 128i, get it with a 6speed, Msport, Premium.

That's the perfect recipe but very hard to find...

Quote:

Originally Posted by brocklanders

If I were in your situation I would order a barebones manual 228 without a sunroof and only the performance options you want. Now that I've had a turbo car for the last five years I don't know that I could go back.

The only thing is that I don't prefer turbos...and I love BMW N52/N53 engines!

Quote:

Originally Posted by brocklanders

You should ask this question on the two series forum, those guys are ridiculous for the most part. I dont know how many times I've seen phrases like " my M235 is so much better then an e34 m5 ect...".

lol I didn't notice that

Shawnski · 03-13-2015, 06:57 AM

Yes, e82 are excellent cars. I have had three 135s, it's a car that I keep coming back to for its relative simplicity, build quality, & speed. A 135 offers nearly M3 e92 performance for a lot less money. Now that they are no longer available, CPO units are an excellent value IMO.

I was going to order a 228 M sport etc, until I test drove one. I was not impressed by the moan (or thrum) the motor made when prodded, it also did not have the torque I expected under 4k RPM. In addition the interior is a cheap version of the current 3 series, and the exterior is also very bland.

The one series is however instantly recognizable, with a simple yet robust interior and a general feeling that it's overbuilt unlike the 2 series and current 3 series. I get it the new models are more efficient, but they no longer feel German bombproof

bmw1racer · 03-13-2015, 08:19 AM

I'd definitely recommend an E82... Just be sure to buy a battery tender along with it.

Cavpilot2k · 03-13-2015, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by bmw1racer

I'd definitely recommend an E82... Just be sure to buy a battery tender along with it.

You don't need a battery tender - just drive it!
My 135 is my daily driver and will be until all the duct tape and superglue in the world will no longer hold it together!

More to the OP's point:

I had a 2012 135 on lease. Lease was ending, so I looked at the 235. Wasn't impressed. I didn't hate it like some people here do, but I didn't consider it an upgrade - more like a lateral transfer. So I could have spent $50k on a new 235, or I could (and did) find a lovely CPO 2012 with all my specs and low mileage (23k), plus a lot of additional bells and whistles (like the previous owner's port-installed BMWPE) for $30k.

You ask me, that's a no-brainer.

Silenus · 03-14-2015, 12:27 PM

The E82 is a wonderful chassis, I definitely prefer it.

As far as N52/1 vs. N20/6, I disagree. The N20 makes more torque everywhere, peak power, and is more reliable. The 6 cylinder sounds better though.

sixburgh · 03-14-2015, 01:42 PM

It can happen. Car shopping at the end of the month and found the perfect used "1". I have been driving it daily since for two years this coming week.
Get a 128i 6sp and add the BMWP exhaust. Wonderful combination.

edisapimp · 03-14-2015, 04:27 PM

Get a 128. It's a cool car.

ilikebmxbikes · 03-14-2015, 04:31 PM

I absolutely recommend buying an e82. I would just make sure it is the right one. A low mileage 128i 6 speed would be an awesome buy. If you can find the rare 128i 6 speed without a sunroof you will be a lucky man.

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Gray_Panther Brigadier General 1555 Rep 3,234 Posts Drives: 128i Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Upstate NY iTrader: (0)	Go for the 128i, it is a great car and a lot of fun for a bargain of a price. I have the coupe and my parental units have the cabriolet (AT) and we look forward to driving everyday. Why do you like the 2? I'd ask you to close your eyes and count to three and when you open them which car between the two do you see walking up to? __________________ 2012 BMW 128i 6MT Deep Sea Blue Metallic
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speedbird Private First Class 6 Rep 137 Posts Drives: BMW 128i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Charlotte NC iTrader: (1)	i have a 128i 6sp with the BMWP exhaust. Wonderful combination. I'm bias but I do love a NA engine. __________________ 2011.128i.N51.6sp.DISA.BMWPerformance Intake.BMWPerformance Exhaust
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twinboost_MD Private First Class 19 Rep 188 Posts Drives: AW 135i Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Washington, DC iTrader: (0)	I mean the 1 series looks better but I mean the 2 is a newer car although more expensive. But if you really like the n52 motor then by all means get the 1. __________________ E46 M3 ---> AW 135i on Coral Red - JB4 w/MHD Backend - Alpina B3 - Koni Yellows - H&R Super Sport Springs - Powerflex Rear Upper Shock Mounts - ///M Strut Tower Bar
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Jockey Brigadier General 3451 Rep 4,983 Posts Drives: 992 C4S Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Park City, UT iTrader: (1)	Stay with the E82. I finally put mine up for sale which makes me sad. But bigger things are coming
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mrvco Private 3 Rep 81 Posts Drives: 128i Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 128i [0.00]	If you're ok with the autobox and nav, then yes, it is worth a look.
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Solo_M_Tech Brigadier General 1688 Rep 3,140 Posts Drives: 2014 M5 6MT Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (7) Garage List 2014 BMW M5 [0.00]	If you want the 128i, get it with a 6speed, Msport, Premium. __________________ 2014 M5 6MT
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brocklanders Major 106 Rep 1,428 Posts Drives: the uno, mineral white Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: houston iTrader: (3) Garage List 06 325 [0.00]	If I were in your situation I would order a barebones manual 228 without a sunroof and only the performance options you want. Now that I've had a turbo car for the last five years I don't know that I could go back.
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brocklanders Major 106 Rep 1,428 Posts Drives: the uno, mineral white Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: houston iTrader: (3) Garage List 06 325 [0.00]	You should ask this question on the two series forum, those guys are ridiculous for the most part. I dont know how many times I've seen phrases like " my M235 is so much better then an e34 m5 ect...".
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Shawnski Private 4 Rep 60 Posts Drives: 2012 135 DCT Convertible Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Green Bay WI iTrader: (0)	Do I recommend an e82? Yes, e82 are excellent cars. I have had three 135s, it's a car that I keep coming back to for its relative simplicity, build quality, & speed. A 135 offers nearly M3 e92 performance for a lot less money. Now that they are no longer available, CPO units are an excellent value IMO. I was going to order a 228 M sport etc, until I test drove one. I was not impressed by the moan (or thrum) the motor made when prodded, it also did not have the torque I expected under 4k RPM. In addition the interior is a cheap version of the current 3 series, and the exterior is also very bland. The one series is however instantly recognizable, with a simple yet robust interior and a general feeling that it's overbuilt unlike the 2 series and current 3 series. I get it the new models are more efficient, but they no longer feel German bombproof __________________ '15 Mustang EB PP '12 135 DCT Convertable '82 Mustang GT '65 Cobra Daytona Coupe replica Last edited by Shawnski; 03-13-2015 at 07:07 AM..
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Silenus Second Lieutenant 98 Rep 233 Posts Drives: 2017 M3 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	The E82 is a wonderful chassis, I definitely prefer it. As far as N52/1 vs. N20/6, I disagree. The N20 makes more torque everywhere, peak power, and is more reliable. The 6 cylinder sounds better though.
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sixburgh Lieutenant 198 Rep 428 Posts Drives: 2010 128i 6 MT BMW PE Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	It can happen. It can happen. Car shopping at the end of the month and found the perfect used "1". I have been driving it daily since for two years this coming week. Get a 128i 6sp and add the BMWP exhaust. Wonderful combination.
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edisapimp Civil Rights Activist 115 Rep 949 Posts Drives: E46 Sedan, E88 Vert Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Long Island iTrader: (0)	Get a 128. It's a cool car. __________________ E88 Crimson Red Vert MSport 6MT - Listing your mods in your signature is lame. BMS DCI/MHD E30 Flash!!/AA Sport FMIC/VRSF CP w Tial BOV/VRSF 3" DPs/550i clutch w SPEC SMFW/Apex EC-7s/Whiteline RSFB/E92 M3 FCAs/Bilstein B12 Pro Kit/VRSF inlets
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ilikebmxbikes Banned 1518 Rep 4,744 Posts Drives: S65 1M Clone & E92 M3 4.6L Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: San Francisco iTrader: (42) Garage List '08/13 1M Clone 4.0L [10.00] '11 e92 M3 4.6L [10.00]	I absolutely recommend buying an e82. I would just make sure it is the right one. A low mileage 128i 6 speed would be an awesome buy. If you can find the rare 128i 6 speed without a sunroof you will be a lucky man.
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