1 Series [Spy Shots] BMW 1-Series coupe


The BMW 1 Series is a range of subcompact executive cars (C-segment) manufactured by BMW since 2004. Positioned as the entry-level model in BMW range of products, the first generation was produced in hatchback, coupé and convertible body styles.
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Can't believe that they are already taking pictures in april 07 for promo material for a car they release in march 08
 
So let me get this correct (and please correct me if I am wrong).

We are going to see the PR materials and supposidely the final product in a couple days but we won't see the final product in the states until spring of next year? Why wait so long when this car has already taken so long to debut?

Me thinks BMW should get their ass in gear and bring us the car by at least the end of this year. That is when mainland europe is supposed to get it, and the car was designed for the US :confused: ......
 
Nick118d said:
Hey Guys,

This might be bad news for us in Europe...
I went last week to the official unveiling of the 3doors sporthatch 1 series (nicely done little car imo) and asked to the saleslady (very nicely done as well, I'll have to congrat her parents) about the 1er coupe.

What she said was this : BMW is likely to unleach the cabrio in march 2008 and the coupe in september 2008 !!!!

Given the pictures we've seen and all the intel provided by Scott & Eni it doesn't seem likely, but she was adamant about this.

What do you guys think? Has my judgment been impaired by this lovely saleslady ?

Nick
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Some dealers never say the truth. They usually never say the correct date of a new product launch, since they might loose a current sale. If, for example, you were going to buy an 1er now...but you'd rather wait for the Coupe...it's common for them to try to secure a sale by "lying" about the future model line-up and launch.

I believe what EnI and Scott has told us, since they were both correct last time about the 3dr 1er and the facelifted 5er from what I have seen.

So if the 1er Coupe follows the path of the 3dr 1er...then it should be on sale by the end of summer. The 1er 3dr was presented by a press release in January. Then we saw it in Geneva in April (after 3 months)...and since then it started selling.

So suppose the 1er Coupe will be presented in June...it should be on sale by September if it follows the same path the 3dr 1er did.

I guess time will tell... :t-cheers:

Just read that the M-Package has been officially released for the X5. EnI said that right after that we should have the press release for the 1er Coupe...so the 1er Coupe's press release should be approaching. Right EnI?
 
Imhotep Evil said:
Both Eni and Scott told us they will. they should call it M 132 IMO, NOT M1.
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Well, personally, I'll believe it when I see it. None the less the 1er coupe is an extremely exciting car and I get the feeling it won't be long before we see it in all its glory. That would be dope if we got a diesel six here state side; load that sucker up with the M sport package and you've got a real sports car. I'm stoked, bit time!:t-cheers:
 
The Factory Production Version is the One that Counts!

Deutsch said:
I get the feeling it won't be long before we see it in all its glory.
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The E82 version that was photographed in California and Australia is merely a pre-production version and may get the crash test treatment at some point in the future. It's possible that the final version could differ just slightly from the preliminary model, particularly witj regard to the front bumper and air intake style, where minor nuances can have an important impact on the overall facial appearance. I would hope, that even at this point BMW still reserves the option of fabricating the hood, roof, and trunk of aluminum, so as to improve weight and handling dynamics. Final suspension tuning is likely still in progress, at the Nürburgring. It's a shame that the spy photographers aren't recording lap times to get hints on performance potential.

Eventually the E82 will be produced at the modern Leipzig factory, in Saxony (formerly in East Germany), which began production only two years ago and was designed for relatively flexible expansion of production capacity. (The factory doesn't have stamping presses for large sheet metal parts, so the metal shapes will come from elsewhere.) Re-tooling and robotic re-programming for E82 assembly will occur during the summer plant holiday, which will be sometime during the school vacation period, between July 23 and August 31. Therefore, it's a reasonable assumption that the E82 coupé will already be in production in early September. People taking a plant tour during the initial production phase may even be able to see the car before it gets introduced to the public at the Frankfurt auto show, later in September. I recall having seen the end assembly of the newest 3-series coupé in Regensburg last year (while being produced alongside the older version, still) before it was officially released. These early production versions had a higher chance of ending up in the re-work section because early glitches hadn't been completely worked out yet.
 
Hope this is new, I got my Car & Driver magazine yesterday, and this was on the front cover. :t-cheers:



Also this:
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Re: The Factory Production Version is the One that Counts!

Munich_Motor_Mouth said:
The E82 version that was photographed in California and Australia is merely a pre-production version and may get the crash test treatment at some point in the future. It's possible that the final version could differ just slightly from the preliminary model, particularly witj regard to the front bumper and air intake style, where minor nuances can have an important impact on the overall facial appearance. I would hope, that even at this point BMW still reserves the option of fabricating the hood, roof, and trunk of aluminum, so as to improve weight and handling dynamics. Final suspension tuning is likely still in progress, at the Nürburgring. It's a shame that the spy photographers aren't recording lap times to get hints on performance potential.

Eventually the E82 will be produced at the modern Leipzig factory, in Saxony (formerly in East Germany), which began production only two years ago and was designed for relatively flexible expansion of production capacity. (The factory doesn't have stamping presses for large sheet metal parts, so the metal shapes will come from elsewhere.) Re-tooling and robotic re-programming for E82 assembly will occur during the summer plant holiday, which will be sometime during the school vacation period, between July 23 and August 31. Therefore, it's a reasonable assumption that the E82 coupé will already be in production in early September. People taking a plant tour during the initial production phase may even be able to see the car before it gets introduced to the public at the Frankfurt auto show, later in September. I recall having seen the end assembly of the newest 3-series coupé in Regensburg last year (while being produced alongside the older version, still) before it was officially released. These early production versions had a higher chance of ending up in the re-work section because early glitches hadn't been completely worked out yet.
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So the Coupe will be assembled in Leipzig, along with the 3er Sedan and the 1er 3dr. As you write above, you claim that the re-programming for the E82 assembly will take place some time between July and August. Would that mean that assembly between July and August for 1er 3dr and 3er Sedan might be delayed??? I am asking you because my 1er 3dr will be assembled some time in July...and maybe other people's as well.

Thank you! :t-cheers:
 
The E82 version that was photographed in California and Australia is merely a pre-production version and may get the crash test treatment at some point in the future.
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Everycar we receive to film and photograph is a pre-production model of the final car - Even though we are off to some exotic land making the designers and product engineers look good the car continues on going testing in it's last phase of FEP development until the actual car goes on sale . Mainly it is BMW employees giving feedback and the final ironing out phases.


It's possible that the final version could differ just slightly from the preliminary model, particularly witj regard to the front bumper and air intake style, where minor nuances can have an important impact on the overall facial appearance.
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No as these are the final cars that are used to illustrate marketing properties - It is true that they are pre-production but although we film them and photograph extensive digital enhancements are emplied in photography to basicly remove shadow and unwanted camera men,women and cars. Also when filming we sometimes get background noises especially from camera helicopters , nature etc so every presentation gets a sound mix to enhance the car and to replace what is not about the car.

I would hope, that even at this point BMW still reserves the option of fabricating the hood, roof, and trunk of aluminum, so as to improve weight and handling dynamics. Final suspension tuning is likely still in progress, at the Nürburgring. It's a shame that the spy photographers aren't recording lap times to get hints on performance potential.
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I am driving the car tomorrow... when asking what can I expect from the Coupe from the compact I am told that the Coupe has a more rigid structure that helps with the agility and balance. Aluminium features in the external components of the Coupe in areas like the suspension, He also mentioned that the Coupe is not projected at families and is more of the dynamic sporty projection of the 1er family Due to some tweaking of the chassis and suspension.

He also mentioned the rear axle is positioned differently in the Coupe which maintains 50/50 weight distribution and offers an exciting premonition of the further "performance plans" of the Coupe . This is when BMW board members drove the car and they all agreed in chorus - M Power variant needed...

 
So will there be a 2.0T 4cyl petrol version? What will the 125i have on? A 2.0T 4cyl petrol...or a 2.5 6cyl petrol??

What about the 135i?
 
Here's an article that was posted on Autoblog: It talks about the lack of an entry level, "affordable" BMW on the U.S. market and how BMW is planning to fill the niche with the 1er coupe and convertible.

There has been considerable debate among enthusiasts as to whether or not BMW is living up to its "Ultimate Driving Machine" slogan. A lot has changed since the 2002 was introduced in the late 60s, but BMW is looking to stoke the flames of physics enthusiasts, beginning with the importation of the 1-series to the U.S.

A recent article in Automotive News contends that BMW is well aware of its waning performance image, especially in the realm of compact vehicles. The 3-series can hardly be considered an entry-level ride anymore, and the upcoming 1-series may be able to fill the niche that its big brother has abandoned.

Rich Brekus, the G.M. of product planning and strategy for BMW's N.A. operations, is quoted as saying that the 1-series, "is the purest BMW we have." He goes on to point out that BMW's driving dynamics are what won people over in the past, and it would be a shame to let the next generation down.

The 1-series will supposedly go on sale in the States next year, with both a two-door and a convertible being offered. We're getting anxious and it sounds like we have good reason.

[Source: Automotive News – Sub. Req.]
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Innovation , Precision and Passion only emerge from the greatest development process.......Imagination.

Defy the Conventionial..... The new BMW 123d.*

*Engine of the year 2008 - Wooooooooooohooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!:icondrool :t-drive:

And the Coupe?... well the gauntlet is down. If anyone can Improve how you make small performance compact Coupes that dont actually contravene to the rules that it has to be like this and have enough space for... and give a distinct advantage of being individual. Whether that constitutes an unfair advantage to the competition is something I am afraid is down to your conscience.
 
I'd have to put the 1er coupe against the new TT, because I'd never buy a Z4 or M coupe, they're wayy too small inside for someone of my height. I'm really excited about this car though, finally an attainable BMW that won't break the bank that still holds up the famed driving dynamics and balance only found in a BMW.
 

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