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      07-24-2014, 09:06 AM   #23
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Congrats on your car.

I was pretty surprised to see these pictures, since I know exactly where they were taken - West German BMW.

If you bought the 228i they had in stock, I test drove it on 7/5 with my brother. All I can tell you is that you won't have a problem doing 100 mph on 309

Great car. I'm picking up mine on 8/8 at PCD.
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      07-24-2014, 12:38 PM   #24
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Both cars have iDrive w/ Nav. The newer iDrive isn't much different except for a few new features and the touchpad dial (which makes entering addresses MUCH easier). I would say there wasn't much change there. The interior itself looks much better though. Both had black dakota leather, which I think it pretty rough. The boston leather is a much nicer feel IMO. I will miss my m-sport seats and steering wheel, but the standard seats and wheels on the two are actually fairly close. I still have the 1 for now, so I will take some interior comparison shots today and upload them tonight!
eg2322, I can't wait to see the new pictures of the interior differences in the design and layout of the two cars! Thank you!
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Congrats on your car.

I was pretty surprised to see these pictures, since I know exactly where they were taken - West German BMW.

If you bought the 228i they had in stock, I test drove it on 7/5 with my brother. All I can tell you is that you won't have a problem doing 100 mph on 309

Great car. I'm picking up mine on 8/8 at PCD.
You're that guy that would tell someone their wife is hot, I can tell you that you'll have no problem getting her to do some crazy things in bed. Seriously...
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      07-24-2014, 02:49 PM   #26
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You're that guy that would tell someone their wife is hot, I can tell you that you'll have no problem getting her to do some crazy things in bed. Seriously...
You're comparing test driving a car to sleeping with somebody's wife. Seriously...
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You're comparing test driving a car to sleeping with somebody's wife. Seriously...
People have died for less.....
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      07-24-2014, 03:08 PM   #28
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Congrats on your car.

I was pretty surprised to see these pictures, since I know exactly where they were taken - West German BMW.

If you bought the 228i they had in stock, I test drove it on 7/5 with my brother. All I can tell you is that you won't have a problem doing 100 mph on 309

Great car. I'm picking up mine on 8/8 at PCD.
Even if you did test drive this car...don't essentially tell the guy you drove it like you owned it on a test drive! Folks on this board are sensitive over these things man. Lift the guy up...don't bring him down!
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      07-24-2014, 06:42 PM   #29
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This is very interesting but I guess it makes sense as looks are so subjective.

I'm deciding between a 1 or 2 and from the rear it's not even close to me the 1 series looks way better. The front view is like comparing apples to oranges, either the classic/timeless BMW look(1 series) or the the cross between a Japanese car and BMWs new design language(2 series). The 2 may win with me from the side profile but it's close.

With that said I still might lease a 2 and who know's maybe in a few years I'll feel different. I can definitely see how the masses would gravitate towards the less polarizing 2 series tho.

Both are amazing cars and I can't wait to be driving one of them.
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      07-24-2014, 07:10 PM   #30
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I have never driven a 1 series, but it being small would have to make it fun. I dont like the way it looks at all. Only 750 in America probably contibutes to the polarization more than anything.
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eg2322, I can't wait to see the new pictures of the interior differences in the design and layout of the two cars! Thank you!
Here are the side by sides of the interior. Sorry for the poor quality, I was in a bit of a rush.

I will miss that big ///M steering wheel!
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      07-24-2014, 08:08 PM   #32
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EG2322, Thank you for sharing the differences in the interior! I actually like the 2-series interior better and love the extra silver on the steering wheel to brighten it up. I love how the CD now says Media. I really like the bigger knob on the idrive system and the way the screen looks. The Sport Versus Eco Pro technology is going to be fun to try. I like the two front cup holders.

I can see why you will miss the ///M on the steering wheel but the additional silver trim will make up for it. Thank you so much for sharing!
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Even if you did test drive this car...don't essentially tell the guy you drove it like you owned it on a test drive! Folks on this board are sensitive over these things man. Lift the guy up...don't bring him down!
I was only complementing his car. My apologies if it was received differently.
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      07-24-2014, 10:20 PM   #34
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I can see why you will miss the ///M on the steering wheel but the additional silver trim will make up for it. Thank you so much for sharing!
Nah. The M steering wheel looks better, in my opinion. It also has a more solid feel than even the newer Msport steering wheels, plus the perforated hand grips are sweet.

I will also miss this steering wheel when I switch. I have the same one in my e92.
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EG2322, Thank you for sharing the differences in the interior! I actually like the 2-series interior better and love the extra silver on the steering wheel to brighten it up. I love how the CD now says Media. I really like the bigger knob on the idrive system and the way the screen looks. The Sport Versus Eco Pro technology is going to be fun to try. I like the two front cup holders.

I can see why you will miss the ///M on the steering wheel but the additional silver trim will make up for it. Thank you so much for sharing!
You and I have similar tastes. I like the silver on the 2 wheel as well. It is not a beefy steering wheel, but it still feels good in the hands. The new M steering wheel is nicer, but it does kind of remind me of a mustang steering wheel. From the pics the 1 series seats look more supple, which probably means they are softer and don't hold up as well. I like the larger knob and the wood trim on the 2, the less plastic the better. There is enough already. If you are like most, the ECO Pro is something you will try...ONCE. I swear it is like they take a spark plug wire off in that mode. It is just a dog! But you will save fuel...just like you would if you were riding a Bicycle. I prefer the leather boot on the shifter from the steptronic on his, even though I do not use the paddle shifters. I prefer shifting with the regular shifter if I am inclined to shift myself. Once mine is broken in I probably will more so I can wind out the gears the way I like.

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      07-25-2014, 07:53 AM   #36
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I was only complementing his car. My apologies if it was received differently.
No harm done. Its all good. Yes, it is from WG BMW in Fort Washington. What kind of 2 series did you pick out? I can't stand the WG they put on the cars, so I had them de-badge it.


I really prefer the ///M steering wheel, but the standard on the new 2 is A LOT better than the previous years standard.

After driving it for a bit, I really do miss the old steering feel, but hopefully I will get used to it down the road. Does anyone know what models still have the stiff steering that we all know and love from BMW?
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No harm done. Its all good. Yes, it is from WG BMW in Fort Washington. What kind of 2 series did you pick out? I can't stand the WG they put on the cars, so I had them de-badge it.


I really prefer the ///M steering wheel, but the standard on the new 2 is A LOT better than the previous years standard.

After driving it for a bit, I really do miss the old steering feel, but hopefully I will get used to it down the road. Does anyone know what models still have the stiff steering that we all know and love from BMW?
eg2322, I don't think any new models do. Hydrolic steering is a thing of the past now.
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Wow, different strokes for different folks. I traded in a 2012 128 for my 228 Msport and one of my reasons was the FAR FAR better looking front end on the 228. No resemblance at all to a Japanese car. Side profile no contest at all. From the rear, OK the 128 wins there but overall much happier with my 228 over my 128.
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Wow, different strokes for different folks. I traded in a 2012 128 for my 228 Msport and one of my reasons was the FAR FAR better looking front end on the 228. No resemblance at all to a Japanese car. Side profile no contest at all. From the rear, OK the 128 wins there but overall much happier with my 228 over my 128.
Oh by no means am I calling the 2 ugly, it's a great looking car and I'm jealous of all of you who have one.

It may just take me some time to warm up to it. I remember seeing the 1 series back in 2008 and thinking to myself what a perfect sized RWD BMW too bad its so ugly. Now I love the looks of the 1 thus I'm looking to purchase one.

That's usually what's so great about some European(BMW, Audi, MB) designs is they grow on you and still look great after 10 and sometimes 15 years. I still love the B5 A4, e46 3 series, and some older Benzs.

Congrats on your ride great choice!
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      07-25-2014, 08:25 PM   #40
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No harm done. Its all good. Yes, it is from WG BMW in Fort Washington. What kind of 2 series did you pick out? I can't stand the WG they put on the cars, so I had them de-badge it.
I ordered a 228i white/black with cold weather, tech packages, xenon lights, moonroof, 18" wheels, and 6MT.

I can't wait to pick it up at the Performance Center.

I hate that WG badge too. I'm happy that I'm not picking the car from them, so they won't have a chance to put it on.
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I'm still sad over leaving my e88 128i vert. I had limited choices last july 13' when my e88's lease was up. Was going to buy it but 3 months before the lease was up the car was hit by a sloppy drunk lady . Paint couldn't match 100% being light blue metallic...So on the turn in day I just opted for a F30 320i non-xdrive. Dealer had to pull it from Philly (I refused to get an xdrive car and had to have xenons)..

Long story short...No 4ers yet back in July 13'. No time to order and wait this time..so just got the 320i.

The F30 style wise looks better than the E90 and I'm quite pleased with the interior design. Having an F30 is good enough for me to transition into the 2 series convertible easily. Most things are very similar. If I still had my 1 series...going from that to a 2 series would be a major change IMHO.

I'm waiting for my F30 lease to be up...1 year and a half to go.
I'm currently planning on ordering a 2 series Msport vert in mineral white . Hopefully the canvas top will have the moonlight metallic effect option like my 1er had.
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Got some nice drive time in this weekend with the 228. I must say, it is a real pleasure to drive. Pick up is way better than the 1, and it definitely has a more comfortable ride. My 128 had the m suspension and summer tires, compared to the normal suspension and all seasons on the 228, so that may add the difference as well for driving comfort. Took another pic next to my fathers 2004 330ci to see the progression of the BMW look. Enjoy!
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