this review was very helpful to me, i ended up buying a 2008 128 a week ago and i LOVE this car so far. It looks and drives beautifully. The steering feel is amazing, a nice heavy feel. Optimal milage on the highway is at 75-80 mph! i drove 2000 miles in 2 days and got 29.5 mpg for the trip and that includes some thrilling accelerations over 100mph :)
Dallas Texas still have it. I'm not doing a lot of miles with it since I work from home but no issues. I replaced the battery recently, it still had the original battery. I've not taken it in for service. Still love it, I'll keep it till tesla can deliver a model3 to me.
I bought a 2011 128i a couple of weeks ago and I just love how it drives. The car has plenty of power, it handles amazingly well, the steering is precise and the front seats provide perfect support. I agree with the review about the plastics feeling cheap, this would be my only complain so far. Mine has very few options, I only wish it had the paddle shift for extra fun but even without the driving experience is just exceptional.
@@anthonygiordano3991 It was my daily driver for 4 four years but I had to sell it in 2020 when I had my first kid. It was the best car I ever owned and the best car I ever drove. It has been very reliable the whole 40k miles I put on it. I only ever had to complete scheduled maintenance with the exception of a valve headcover gasket replacement due to a small oil leak (known problem on N52 engines) this set me back $800 since it's a labor intensive job. I would love to buy the same car again, I really miss it!
@@Virtualmix - Wow, sounds like it was pretty reliable! Did you have that valve headcover gasket replaced by the BMW dealer? How many miles did it have on it when you sold it? I appreciate the information!
@@anthonygiordano3991 I bought the car with around 50k miles and sold it under 90k miles. I did all the scheduled services at the dealership but it always felt like a huge rip-off. They found the headcover gasket leak and quoted $1600 to replace it but I couldn't justify the cost and got it done at a local garage for half the price. Overall the car didn't cost me much to own since it was almost at the bottom of the depreciation curve when I bought it and I was able to sell it privately for a decent price. I bought another used BMW after this one but it's nowhere near a fun (2015 X3).
Everything you said is true! Mine is also black on black. I've had all BMW series and this 128i is just as fun if not more. And it drives better the older it gets. Mine is 2011 and it looks and feels practically brand new! And no issues what so ever.
I read that consumer reports & JD Power recommend the 128i but don't recommend the 135i because of continuous fuel pump problems...I also want to know if this car truly is reliable...I'm a lexus guy but this car looks like fun & much cheaper n quicker than the ct200
This is probably how I would order a 128i if I was to get one. I definitely want the paddle shifters, seeing as I can't drive a manual and my Accord stupidly has no manual function on the automatic.
I would absolutely get the BMW 135I because the twin Turbo. 300HP the Bmw 128I only has 230 HP. Definitely the fun fast powerful BMW 135I absolutely. The 128 power not so fun . The other thing power steering is to hard to .
minis are really pricey for the amount of car you get. drivers machines? hell yeah but the styling and tech base price has been pretty old on its feet. and optioned out your well into the 30's. i still LOVE BMW but its 2013 theres a few things they can at least do standard. they can start by tinting the damn windows on their SUV'S.
I never compared it to anything. but honestly im not the first to say BMW has lost it a little. me and my aunt who is german biased as HELL (she has a 2000 323ci convertible with 115K and no issues) and we went test driving and i decided and she decided to keep her bimmer and shes glad she did. i have no issue with entry level luxury but any mercedes will completely top this.. ESPECIALLY the older ones. the old BMW's also.on the new ones, some issues in reliability and pricing is pretty evident.
Awesome review - thank you for creating this video! Does anyone have feedback on maintenance costs for this car? I am debating on buying a 2011 bmw 128i automatic. Any insights would be much appreciated!
If you have never owned a BMW compared to say Ford/Toyota/GM/Mazda---any mainline manufacturer, prepared to pay more for maintenance whether you do it yourself or not. For instance the inline 6 takes 7 quarts of synthetic 5w30. However, the 128i is pretty simple for a BMW and I've had no real problems in 2 years of ownership and mine is a Convertible. You see plenty of 128i's and sopme 135i's with well over 100k on the market now. I really enjoy my 128i and have done some decent modifications and run it hard. Good luck with your purchase.
Thank you - yes I am coming from the perspective of a toyota celica owner and this car would replace that while I buy a tesla in 2017 so many people have said to beware of higher maintenance costs. Much appreciated!
Your comment is not needed. They all do a great job. But if you prefer one person over another, chose the videos you want to watch carefully. And keep your troll comments to yourself.
This reminds me so much of those old 70s/80s BMW coupes. Small, femanine, and not the best looking. I would never own a 1-series unless it was free. Good video!
just a suggestion for christian... when you're filming your videos it kind of makes you look unprofessional when you swear in these videos. try to cut out on saying "oh shit handles" lol. other than that your videos are great! thanks christian, sofyan, and matt!
Not to be rude, and this whole channel is amazing, but this guy doesnt have what it takes to do these reviews. I'm sorry. Sofyan is just so much better.
it looks so damn small and its just cheapened up for a BMW. your paying for the name thats it. and its a shame because BMW has lost their way on the lower end models... this SCREAMS chick car/ someone who just wanted a bmw emblem. want a bmw? cough up at least enough for a 3 series...
You don't need to show the turn signal stalk, this is a BMW.
That reliable "oh shit handle", comes standard by the way.
this review was very helpful to me, i ended up buying a 2008 128 a week ago and i LOVE this car so far. It looks and drives beautifully. The steering feel is amazing, a nice heavy feel. Optimal milage on the highway is at 75-80 mph! i drove 2000 miles in 2 days and got 29.5 mpg for the trip and that includes some thrilling accelerations over 100mph :)
How's the reliability?
Haven't had any problems yet. About to take it in for inspection though.
Jax975 Do you still have it? If so, any issues with the car? Looking at an 128i or a 328i 🤔🤔
Dallas Texas still have it. I'm not doing a lot of miles with it since I work from home but no issues. I replaced the battery recently, it still had the original battery. I've not taken it in for service. Still love it, I'll keep it till tesla can deliver a model3 to me.
Jax975 Me too ! I test drove it last morning, loved it. The steering wheel was crazy I was like I'm going to wreck this omg. How do you like it!?
I don't see why everything needs to be soft touch. I've never been rubbing away my instrument cluster or anything like that.
I bought a 2011 128i a couple of weeks ago and I just love how it drives. The car has plenty of power, it handles amazingly well, the steering is precise and the front seats provide perfect support. I agree with the review about the plastics feeling cheap, this would be my only complain so far. Mine has very few options, I only wish it had the paddle shift for extra fun but even without the driving experience is just exceptional.
M3 RSFB'ings.
Do you still have the 128i? How was the reliability?
@@anthonygiordano3991 It was my daily driver for 4 four years but I had to sell it in 2020 when I had my first kid.
It was the best car I ever owned and the best car I ever drove. It has been very reliable the whole 40k miles I put on it. I only ever had to complete scheduled maintenance with the exception of a valve headcover gasket replacement due to a small oil leak (known problem on N52 engines) this set me back $800 since it's a labor intensive job. I would love to buy the same car again, I really miss it!
@@Virtualmix - Wow, sounds like it was pretty reliable! Did you have that valve headcover gasket replaced by the BMW dealer? How many miles did it have on it when you sold it? I appreciate the information!
@@anthonygiordano3991 I bought the car with around 50k miles and sold it under 90k miles. I did all the scheduled services at the dealership but it always felt like a huge rip-off. They found the headcover gasket leak and quoted $1600 to replace it but I couldn't justify the cost and got it done at a local garage for half the price. Overall the car didn't cost me much to own since it was almost at the bottom of the depreciation curve when I bought it and I was able to sell it privately for a decent price. I bought another used BMW after this one but it's nowhere near a fun (2015 X3).
Everything you said is true! Mine is also black on black. I've had all BMW series and this 128i is just as fun if not more. And it drives better the older it gets. Mine is 2011 and it looks and feels practically brand new! And no issues what so ever.
Connie Bach BMW squad
Connie Bach So now problems yet at all whatsoever?
@@penvon Zero what so ever and it's 2021. My car has 60K miles.
@@andranik_torosyan 60K miles!
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What a lovely review, i want this as my first car
You don't need anything with more than 120hp as a first car frfr
Plz don't hurt urself
@@sallauddin1 LOL
@@raitiss4754 I mean yeah you do if you don't wanna die every time you try to merge onto highway and can't get up to speed fast enough lol.
@@alvintucker2347 floor it all the way to 7k rpm if you can't reach the highway speed fast enough lol
If I own ANY BMW Ever it will be a 1 series , It's the perfect size and not as pricey as a 3series and this is coming from a guy who hates BMW
最好的宝马一系没有之一经典中的经典
"Oh shit handle" xD
"when it comes to 1-series, 128i is the most basic version of a 1-series" Come to the UK and see the street lines with 118d's.
I'd love if Sofian did his own review on the 2013 328i just so i can see his take on it because it's my dream car lol
"Oh, shit!" handle...I like that :) I dig this car.
best car reviews, thanks
Is this car more affordable to maintain than the 3 series? I need nice looking car by January :(
+kevin p I'd like to know this also
I read that consumer reports & JD Power recommend the 128i but don't recommend the 135i because of continuous fuel pump problems...I also want to know if this car truly is reliable...I'm a lexus guy but this car looks like fun & much cheaper n quicker than the ct200
It's mechanically identical to the 328i so maintenance should be similar if not identical
***** how long have you had you bimmer?
***** In those 3 years, how much did you spend in repairs?
This is probably how I would order a 128i if I was to get one. I definitely want the paddle shifters, seeing as I can't drive a manual and my Accord stupidly has no manual function on the automatic.
lol, been a while since intechdude made an appearance
That area holds the Key Fob if you want it to
I love the NA I6.
I would absolutely get the BMW 135I because the twin Turbo. 300HP the Bmw 128I only has 230 HP. Definitely the fun fast powerful BMW 135I absolutely. The 128 power not so fun . The other thing power steering is to hard to .
but he still did a good job
Thinking about buying one soon but a little unsure because i can't get awd probably will get though
DING DING DING DING DING JESUS FUCK
Nice Review Of 2011 BMW 128i. 😀
最好的宝马一系没有之一经典中的经典
Ha its Intechdude300 :)
Can both rear seats be pushed down??
was this a manheim auction? what location is it? do you buy cars at auction?
minis are really pricey for the amount of car you get. drivers machines? hell yeah but the styling and tech base price has been pretty old on its feet. and optioned out your well into the 30's. i still LOVE BMW but its 2013 theres a few things they can at least do standard. they can start by tinting the damn windows on their SUV'S.
I never compared it to anything. but honestly im not the first to say BMW has lost it a little. me and my aunt who is german biased as HELL (she has a 2000 323ci convertible with 115K and no issues) and we went test driving and i decided and she decided to keep her bimmer and shes glad she did. i have no issue with entry level luxury but any mercedes will completely top this.. ESPECIALLY the older ones. the old BMW's also.on the new ones, some issues in reliability and pricing is pretty evident.
Finally another video of christian lol
最好的宝马一系没有之一经典中的经典
How is this a review?? He didn’t even drive it and he
says he’s never driven a 1 series.
Is the 2013 model revised at all?
Just bought one of these waiting for it too get to germany, anybody got any ideas for rims ?
@DasBeatz yea but everybody makes it out to be so terrible but honestly I have it in my car and its perfect.
Awesome review - thank you for creating this video! Does anyone have feedback on maintenance costs for this car? I am debating on buying a 2011 bmw 128i automatic. Any insights would be much appreciated!
Change the transmission fluid as soon as you get the vehicle. That BS about "lifetime fill" is just that.
Ok thanks michael!
If you have never owned a BMW compared to say Ford/Toyota/GM/Mazda---any mainline manufacturer, prepared to pay more for maintenance whether you do it yourself or not. For instance the inline 6 takes 7 quarts of synthetic 5w30.
However, the 128i is pretty simple for a BMW and I've had no real problems in 2 years of ownership and mine is a Convertible. You see plenty of 128i's and sopme 135i's with well over 100k on the market now.
I really enjoy my 128i and have done some decent modifications and run it hard.
Good luck with your purchase.
Thank you - yes I am coming from the perspective of a toyota celica owner and this car would replace that while I buy a tesla in 2017 so many people have said to beware of higher maintenance costs. Much appreciated!
@Nod Melon I did suspension/powertrain mods. I sold the 128i in July of 2017.
Nm sorry commented before the end of the video -.-
cling ..... cling .... cling...
bring Sofyan back
The Xbox-Ahoy of cars.
Your comment is not needed. They all do a great job. But if you prefer one person over another, chose the videos you want to watch carefully. And keep your troll comments to yourself.
7:07 oh shit handle lol
This reminds me so much of those old 70s/80s BMW coupes. Small, femanine, and not the best looking. I would never own a 1-series unless it was free. Good video!
"A wide array of models?" How about 2? Coupé and convertible.
Speaking broadly, there's a bunch more in Europe.
yankee2 yankee nah, 128i, 135i, 123D, 116D. There’s many more than that too. So no, there isn’t only 2 lol. Dummy
Wouldn't someone WANT idrive? I'm confused.
Stax it’s good until it goes bad
How much would you say is a good deal on a 2010 bmw 128i with 110,00 miles
Did you buy it? If so, how much?
+22laith22 no Sadly I didn't, I think they wanted 15,000.
+Alex I have a 2011 128i with 99k miles for 12,000
I'm looking at a 2010 with 109k for 10 grand, that's a hell of a deal apparently then compared to what you guys are saying
I just sold my 2011 with 100k miles for 10.6, he lie book alive is like 8k on it though. They've lost quiet a bit of value in the last few months
Is 120,000 miles for 6500 a hood deal?
I would say it’s a good deal, KBB says about 8k for 70,000 miles. So up to you
Ivan Kulya they dropped the price by 500, 120k miles is alot so idk
hi is it well maintained & all the service up to date? If it’s majority highway miles & everything checks out then I’d say go for it.
Smooth Operator i found one for 9600 with 70000 miles and its stick, with the upgraded interior so ima go with that, thank you tho
We also call them shit handles in Australia.
just a suggestion for christian... when you're filming your videos it kind of makes you look unprofessional when you swear in these videos. try to cut out on saying "oh shit handles" lol. other than that your videos are great! thanks christian, sofyan, and matt!
i dislike any video on this channel that is not hosted by Sofyan
I just can't see paying 30,000 for this. Never really been a big fan of BMW.
+1
Freakin door chime is annoying as hell!
Not to be rude, and this whole channel is amazing, but this guy doesnt have what it takes to do these reviews. I'm sorry. Sofyan is just so much better.
I thought he did an amazing job.
why does he ever drive these cars? i like when the asian guy does it.
Once i saw its him i had to leave...
it looks so damn small and its just cheapened up for a BMW. your paying for the name thats it. and its a shame because BMW has lost their way on the lower end models... this SCREAMS chick car/ someone who just wanted a bmw emblem. want a bmw? cough up at least enough for a 3 series...
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Womans car!