X3 M40i to 2020 M135i

RichM50d · 10-06-2019, 01:21 PM

The time has come to sell my M40i. As I hardly do any miles, I’ve decided to sell up while the car is still worth a decent amount, so I’ve ordered a new M135i.

I was very impressed with the M135i, obviously it’s not going to be as refined as the M40i, engine wise, but for what I need a car for, it’ll be ideal. I find it odd that pretty much every review compares it to the M140i, and not the Golf R or A35, which is what it’s up against. Having driven both of those, the baby BMW is in a different league.

I’ve got a few bits for sale in the classified section if anyone wants some boot accessories.

I’m sure I’ll be back at some point!

ClaretFozzy · 10-07-2019, 03:11 AM

Nice. I'm a last gen M135i and M235i owner whilst waiting for my X3 M40d, and I really like the new M135i.

It would've definitely been on my next car list if we didn't need substantially more space.

SO8 · 10-07-2019, 04:36 AM

I think it will be a hoot. Yes, no straight 6 but an easy car to live with, with 4wd.

i4M50Guy · 10-07-2019, 05:04 AM

You'll miss the B58. The new interior seems nice but I don't think I could personally live with the performance drop from the B58 to the B48.

spangle1980 · 10-07-2019, 05:12 AM

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Originally Posted by RichM50d

The time has come to sell my M40i. As I hardly do any miles, I’ve decided to sell up while the car is still worth a decent amount, so I’ve ordered a new M135i.

I was very impressed with the M135i, obviously it’s not going to be as refined as the M40i, engine wise, but for what I need a car for, it’ll be ideal. I find it odd that pretty much every review compares it to the M140i, and not the Golf R or A35, which is what it’s up against. Having driven both of those, the baby BMW is in a different league.

I’ve got a few bits for sale in the classified section if anyone wants some boot accessories.

I’m sure I’ll be back at some point!

Is it the new style 1-er as on the TV? Looks nice!

RichM50d · 10-07-2019, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by M140iGuy

You'll miss the B58. The new interior seems nice but I don't think I could personally live with the performance drop from the B58 to the B48.

On my daily drive to the gym and back, I’m lucky if I get over 60mph, so won’t miss the power. The 0-60 times are identical, on paper.

RichM50d · 10-07-2019, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by spangle1980

Is it the new style 1-er as on the TV? Looks nice!

Yep, that’s the one (pun intended

).

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RichM50d Lieutenant 332 Rep 528 Posts Drives: ‘22 8 Series Gran Coupe Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	X3 M40i to 2020 M135i The time has come to sell my M40i. As I hardly do any miles, I’ve decided to sell up while the car is still worth a decent amount, so I’ve ordered a new M135i. I was very impressed with the M135i, obviously it’s not going to be as refined as the M40i, engine wise, but for what I need a car for, it’ll be ideal. I find it odd that pretty much every review compares it to the M140i, and not the Golf R or A35, which is what it’s up against. Having driven both of those, the baby BMW is in a different league. I’ve got a few bits for sale in the classified section if anyone wants some boot accessories. I’m sure I’ll be back at some point! Last edited by RichM50d; 10-06-2019 at 04:01 PM..
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