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Old 03-28-2008, 01:34 AM   #1
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Motor Trend - Quick Test: 2008 BMW 135i



BMW's new 1 Series really is just that-the only one in its class. We recently took a 2008 135i out for numbers testing, track hot laps, and some real-world miles to see how it performed, and as we suspected, the small 2+2 BMW coupe scored high with editors and turned out some impressive numbers.

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Old 03-29-2008, 03:29 PM   #2
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Re: Motor Trend - Quick Test: 2008 BMW 135i

Love this machine.

Now how about a 135d?
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Re: Motor Trend - Quick Test: 2008 BMW 135i

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Love this machine.

Now how about a 135d?
The 1er understeers already, i guess it doesn't need more weight in the front or it would became a Audi
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The 1er understeers already, i guess it doesn't need more weight in the front or it would became a Audi
Modern diesels can be lightened using lighter materials that are just as sturdy and long-lasting as the heavier materials used in the past.
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Re: Motor Trend - Quick Test: 2008 BMW 135i

I love this color!!
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