Printable version 2011 bmw 1 series convertible benefits of driving a 2011 bmw 1 series convertible the 5i coupe and convertible might be among the more affordable bmw models, but they now come with one of bmw s best gearboxesthe available 7speed dualclutch dct. Coming soon is bmws new 2series which will replace the 1series coupe and convertible. Dec 15, 2010 the bmw 1series coupe and convertible get some minor upgrades for 2012. Moving up to the 300hp 5i brings breathtaking acceleration and a standard sports suspension that nets delightful handling and a rough ride. Its a stylish coupe with an iconic style that competes directly with the audi a3 and volvo c30. It is a delight to drive and it has more than enough power to excite you as a driver with those twinturbos, and it is a definite must by if you are a bmw lover. It is a true driver s cars, with the feel of rearwheel drive. In other words, the 2012 128i and 2012 5i give you much of what makes the 3 series great, but slightly less of it.
Introduced on our shores as 2008 models, the 1series coupe and convertible saw their first major upgrades for 2011. The wiring and electrical connectors in the blowerregulator wiring harness may overheat. Interior features in base 128i form, the 20 bmw 1 series coupe offers front bucket seats with 8way adjustment for the driver and 6way adjustment for the passenger, leatherette upholstery, pushbutton start, dualzone climate control, and a leatherwrapped tilt and telescoping steering wheel with integrated audio controls. Topless bliss and sports car performance come at a price. May 31, 20 the bmw 1 series cars are comfortable, sporty and agile, true drivers cars, with the feel of rearwheel drive. The addition of an s to the rear emblem doesnt mean muchthis car is essentially the old 5i sport package, replete with sixpiston front brakes, sport. The top of the line version of the compact bmw 1series is the 5i, and both the coupe and convertible examples have received a few updates. Long term introduction adds a bmw certified 5i coupe to the longterm fleet. Summary bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain 20082012 bmw 128i, 5i, 5is coupes and 128i, 5i convertible vehicles. It denotes a higher level of performance to its customers, and the latest car to wear that suffix, the 5is, is as suave as slick willie. Just about every bmw owner i know has a lovehate relationship with theirs, including. Jan 11, 2018 car and driver clocked a dctfitted 5i coupe at 4. See instrumented test results and photos, and read about the 2009 bmw 5i convertible at car and driver.
You may not like the bmw 1 series convertible if you want both front and rear. The 2011 bmw 128i coupe and convertible continue to be powered by the. The 5i earns a big checkmark in the performance column. While many convertibles drive like watereddown versions of their fixedroof.
Find bmw 5 recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a nearby service center where you can get your car fixed. The bmw 5i coupe and convertible are available with a 6speed manual or a. But when the car is running properly, its fantastic to drive. The bmw 1 series is the marques smallest car, in some ways the spiritual successor to the bmw 2002 produced 196876 and in other ways the 320i that followed. The 2011 bmw 5i convertible is the best of cars and the worst of cars. We have 92 bmw 1 series 5i vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 11 1owner cars, and personal use cars. Rising fuel prices and increasingly crowded roads have turned many carbuyers eyes toward small cars. The 2012 bmw 1 series is a samplesized portion of the brands larger 3 series. Vehicle inquiry for 2008 bmw 1series 5i convertible. We attach our test gear to the last of the bmw 1series coupes. Search over 700 listings to find the best local deals. A 6speed manual gearbox comes standard on both 1 series convertibles. Fuel economy for a bmw 5i convertible is an epaestimated 1928 mpg.
Interior features in base 128i form, the 20 bmw 1 series coupe offers front bucket seats with 8way adjustment for the driver and 6way adjustment for the passenger, leatherette upholstery, pushbutton start, dualzone climate control, and a leatherwrapped tilt. Since 1975, the 3series had been bmw s entrylevel car, but when bmw subsidiary mini made such a big seller out of the mini cooper, the 1series was introduced to north america in 2008 to slot nicely just above it. Had to schedule an appointment pay for tolls and gas to then have them tell me the car was sold last night. The 5i convertible does not have the coupes body kit. Topless bliss and sportscar performance come at a price. Get the best deals on seats for bmw 5i when you shop the largest online selection at.
Jan 18, 2010 the top of the line version of the compact bmw 1series is the 5i, and both the coupe and convertible examples have received a few updates for the 2010 model year. Unlike the m, the 5is, as with other 128i and 5i models, can be had in coupe or convertible models, and it gets a higheroutput, 320horsepower version of bmw s excellent turbocharged inline. Otherwise, the 1s slimmer dimensions go largely unnoticed from the enveloping front buckets, which offer leg and elbowroom to spare. Its everyday appeal outweighs what we hoped would be a mini m car. The 1series convertible isnt as good as the coupebut its close. Check out the full specs of the 2011 bmw 5i convertible, from performance and fuel economy to colors and materials. It might be the entrylevel model in bmws extensive model range, but the 1 series convertible has all the hallmarks of its pricier siblings a rewarding drivers car. Starting immediately the bmw 5i coupe and the bmw 5i convertible come with a straightsix power unit of the latest generation for the first time combining bmw twinpower turbo technology, high precision injection and fully variable valvetronic valve management, all interacting with one another to set new standards for economy with the highest level of performance. And did we mention that the 1 series convertibles have autodeploying rollbars that pop up behind the rear seats when the car detects a likely. Car is supplied with all books and service documents plus 2 sets of keysremotes. You need your tail lights to be functional for safe driving, so your vehicle and brake lightsturn. The 5is, new for 20, is a sportier, 320hp take on the 5i. A small car shrinkwrapped around a larger car s engine, the 5i has a tranny tunnel bulging into the footwells and crowding the gas pedal. This is one of the best overall sports cars under 15k or 20k.
If you want more of a daily driver, a sports car thats also comfortable on the highway, go for. Why a used bmw 5i is the best bimmer you can get under. The bmw 1 series cars are comfortable, sporty and agile, true drivers cars, with. The new bmw 1series coupe is really good, but one of the knocks on that car has been its heavy weight for its size, a fact which left the 1series convertible s prospects somewhat in question. Bmw performs no such hedging as to its definition of is.
The bmw 5i coupe and convertible are available with a sporty 7speed dual clutch transmission or 6speed manual gearbox, which we found silky smooth and a pleasure to operate. This 2008 bmw 1 series 5i convertible is for sale in lynnwood, wa. Our 42nd president, bill clinton, had the stones to argue the meaning of is at his impeachment proceeding. Check out the full specs of the 20 bmw 5i convertible, from performance and fuel economy to colors and materials. Well maintained 2008 bmw 5i in montego blue with boston alaska gray interior. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. We found the bmw 128i convertible a delight to drive and it has enough power. The bmw 1series coupe and convertible get some minor upgrades for 2012. Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain 20112012 5i coupe, 1 series m coupe and 5i convertible vehicles, 2011 z4 sdrive 35i. Fuel economy from the 5i even edges that of the 128i, with an epaestimated 2028 mpg cityhighway for a 2011 5i coupe. Applies if you have your financing arranged and does. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. Both coupe and convertible bodystyles are available. Car news bmw offers power kits for 5i, 335i, x6 bmws new power kit will add 20 horsepower to your 5i, 335i or x6 and it wont void your warranty.
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