Zafiro
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First I want to say I didnt plan this, I just drove past the dealer so I couldn't resist visiting them. I also had luck that I took the camera with me and the reason for it, I was going to the ocean to take photos or else I wouldnt have photos on the 130i. Im glad I visit BMW at the same time.
Today I drove a BMW 130i with sportpackage, 265hp/315nm.
What a lovely little car to look at and the blue colour suits the car very well.
When I started the car and drove away I had to stop soon again and the brakes seem to be sensitive. When I hit the brake I went forward, almost touching the steering wheel. It was the only time and I quickly got used to the brakes and to brake properly. The brakes are very good, stopp the car very fast when you for instance brake hard from 80 - 0km/h. The brakes get a big plus from me. The steering response is fast and precise.
If I compare 130i to 330i, the 130i is very nimble and you rather be playing with a 130i than with a 330i. 130i is like a little go-cart.
130i was equipped with sportpackage so when you did a slalom test the chassi follow you everywhere you steer. It didnt feel like a boat or something in the courves, I loved the chassi. Some carmags has complained that the sportchassi is a little bit stiff but its nothing I noticed. If I ever bought a 130i, then the sportpackage is a must for me and it looks good as well. I like sportoriented cars so of course I prefer a sportpackage, not that I did a long trip to Germany or so but I had no problems with the sportpackage. The leather seats are also enjoyable to sit in.
330i has more space inside and is more practical but its not sporty as a 130i. 130i is really a toy and fun to play with.
I did several acceleration tests and the car gladly and with easy reached 140km/h, third gear at 7000 rpm and the speedo shows 140km/h. Everytime I changed from first to second gear the antispinn started to blink and you could feel the reartires spinning for a very short time. I dont know if was because of worn out tires.
Anyway, its a fun and nimble car and sportpackage is recommended. If you think 130i is worth the price of 330i, well thats up to you to decide but if you dont need space and simply want a toy, 130i makes perfect sense to me.
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BMW 130i - Google Video
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BTW I talked to the dealer if he had seen the new E92 Coupe and he havent so I told him to visit GCF so see the photos. I hope he does it
Today I drove a BMW 130i with sportpackage, 265hp/315nm.
What a lovely little car to look at and the blue colour suits the car very well.
When I started the car and drove away I had to stop soon again and the brakes seem to be sensitive. When I hit the brake I went forward, almost touching the steering wheel. It was the only time and I quickly got used to the brakes and to brake properly. The brakes are very good, stopp the car very fast when you for instance brake hard from 80 - 0km/h. The brakes get a big plus from me. The steering response is fast and precise.
If I compare 130i to 330i, the 130i is very nimble and you rather be playing with a 130i than with a 330i. 130i is like a little go-cart.
130i was equipped with sportpackage so when you did a slalom test the chassi follow you everywhere you steer. It didnt feel like a boat or something in the courves, I loved the chassi. Some carmags has complained that the sportchassi is a little bit stiff but its nothing I noticed. If I ever bought a 130i, then the sportpackage is a must for me and it looks good as well. I like sportoriented cars so of course I prefer a sportpackage, not that I did a long trip to Germany or so but I had no problems with the sportpackage. The leather seats are also enjoyable to sit in.
330i has more space inside and is more practical but its not sporty as a 130i. 130i is really a toy and fun to play with.
I did several acceleration tests and the car gladly and with easy reached 140km/h, third gear at 7000 rpm and the speedo shows 140km/h. Everytime I changed from first to second gear the antispinn started to blink and you could feel the reartires spinning for a very short time. I dont know if was because of worn out tires.
Anyway, its a fun and nimble car and sportpackage is recommended. If you think 130i is worth the price of 330i, well thats up to you to decide but if you dont need space and simply want a toy, 130i makes perfect sense to me.
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BMW 130i - Google Video
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BTW I talked to the dealer if he had seen the new E92 Coupe and he havent so I told him to visit GCF so see the photos. I hope he does it
. The 130i seem like a clast to drive and the car you(just_me) got to drive is pretty hot, though I wouldn't mind puttin M5 rims on it
. Personally I like it more than the Golf. One of my friends have bought a Golf, it is with no doubt a hot and rigid hatch but I'm not so fond of its interior. The interior is pretty solid but gives a cheap feeling and lacks premium feeling.
