Awesome, I'll check it out as I've never heard of that site before. i presume I just take my license with me and I guess my insurance documents/deposit for the test drive? I have no idea why but the idea of asking for a test drive seems a bit cheeky even though I know it isn't.
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Awesome, I'll check it out as I've never heard of that site before. i presume I just take my license with me and I guess my insurance documents/deposit for the test drive? I have no idea why but the idea of asking for a test drive seems a bit cheeky even though I know it isn't.
Much prefer that one. Not fully sold on the red bits but I suppose you ought to have it to show its the 128.
The dealer will have Trade plates they will put on the car so their insurance covers you. You're supposed to be limited to 50mph with them on though.
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I'm not one to judge, I want a panameraNo, totally different car built on the 1 Series platform. I actually quite like the new 1 series platform and don't have the issue with it some BMW fans do but the styling of the 2 Series Gran Coupe is just strange
It'll be a great car, just don't look at it
. I just thought size wise it's going to be the same size as a 3/4 Series.Nice M135i with some nice options up for sale
https://themarket.co.uk/listings/bmw/m135i/1ebc91e5-c4f8-4169-a976-5c6cae7925c3?status=live
https://themarket.co.uk/listings/bmw/m135i/1ebc91e5-c4f8-4169-a976-5c6cae7925c3?status=live
Yes - it's one of the uglistest cars BMW has made in years I'm afraid. Tempted to ban you for that terrible decision.
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The more I sew newer BMW's, the more I think I'll be keeping the M140i for quite some time!
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Don't do it!
If it means upsetting Fox I am quite happy to chip in towards buying one of these, even if we just park it outside his house. We'll make sure to put the M stickers on it, black wheels and a number plate slogan reading "The Ultimate Driving Machine".
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Storm Bay has tiny blue metallic particles in the paint, under dull conditions it can look grey however under full sunlight it can almost be a light blue. Not the colour for me though, I prefer Snapper Rocks...
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Correct, also the platform for the Mini. It's correct name is BMW UKL2 I believe..No, totally different car built on the 1 Series platform. I actually quite like the new 1 series platform and don't have the issue with it some BMW fans do but the styling of the 2 Series Gran Coupe is just strange
It'll be a great car, just don't look at it
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Thought of you yesterday - I saw a dark blue G30, but the owner had put red trim on the front bumper, wings, and side skirts like you get on the 128ti, and a wonky M5 badge on the back. It had black wheels as well - don't think I've ever seen such a modern BMW so comprehensively ruined.
Eek. I am looking to order a M235i as well. Knew they were not to everyone’s taste. How long is your wait between ordering and delivery? I am trying to time my delivery with my current PCP ending. Waiting to see storm bay grey in the flesh, as it is a choice between that and red. However I am after a magma red interior and think it would clash with the exterior being red as they are not the same shade.
Although seeing all the divided opinions on the 2 series GC I did spec up a 340i on the BMW website. Which was a mistake as I thought I had decided what I was going to order.
If the M340i is within budget then this would be the all round better car? (Assuming same options)
I'd think having Melbourne would make the interior look more orange if anything? Might not be a good look.
Other than being cheaper I can't think of a single thing that isn't just miles better about the M340. It's a fantastic car.
This.
The M340i touring G21 is a tremendous car. It is often said about the 3 series touring, that it is all the car you need! the M340i takes it to another level. Decent noise and excellent performance with lots of space and toys.
We have a M340i touring and a 128ti (and an M140i!!! we like BMWs!). I have been very impressed after many BMWs in the family. The looks of the 128ti are divisive and we kept the red trim on our white one, but it does stand out in a good way.
We have a M340i touring and a 128ti (and an M140i!!! we like BMWs!). I have been very impressed after many BMWs in the family. The looks of the 128ti are divisive and we kept the red trim on our white one, but it does stand out in a good way.
Had a trip to the local dealer today to have a look, no 128ti to look at and had a devil of a time finding a mineral grey to look at too. I'd say half the cars were black in the showroom. How depressing! I had to look at the approved used to find a Misano Blue and Mineral Grey and the blue really popped in the natural light whereas the grey I thought looked very flat. So I've changed my mind again and decided on Misano Blue, sun protection glass, standard seats, H&K sound system and Adaptive LED lights having watched a video of them online.
Oh and exterior styling delete. I don't think it looks good on the blue.
Oh and exterior styling delete. I don't think it looks good on the blue.
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