Two things a really hate about my 135i: 1. The high lines of its roof, specially compared next to the E92 lines. 2. The blind side caused by the driver-side mirror and the A-pillar, from the driver seat. At least in my case.
Bang a 200aud ish rear performance non carbon diffuser, and a black plastics front splitter. Cheap and easy perfect upgrade. Flat bottom half alcantara wheel and I guarantee it will never fail to disappoint visually. For the oem + look
@@sameer8823 yes I’ve done the flat bottom wheel and LCI tail lights. That’s helped. My video was focusing on stock cars. I’m considering a rear diffuser but also want a body kit - so we’ll see where we end up!
- iDrive was an option in the E82 - I have the E82 125i and the 125i/135i 6 cylinders have the twin passenger side exhaust. The 4 cylinders and diesels have a singular oval tip. - Yes, agree, the storage is crap. But the storage issue pales into insignificance when you get behind the wheel - the car has so much character and it's driving dynamics are instantly recognisable as a BMW.
Thanks for the comment! I hadn’t seen any N54 with iDrive, I guess most people just chose to skip the feature. I figured it came in with the LCI. My thoughts re: the exhaust, 4 cylinder keep their oval, 125i keep the current dual left side and then 135i have single both side, 1M dual both side - I know it’s picky but it’s just what I think would suit haha. Totally agree about the car being amazing to drive - If you haven’t watched my 5 things I love - go check it out!
@@ElliottBrooks Thats exactly what they did on the E9X platform. All 2 litre petrol/diesel had the oval, the 3 litre NA petrol and diesel had the twin and the 335d/i both had the single both sides. But to me, I thought the E82 are a little too narrow to have the single both sides exhaust. The only reason why the 1M looks good with quad is because its wider.
I have a 07 325i with the larger CCC screen, with your point about the screen/infotainment you can find 135is or any E82 with either, no screen, a small screen or the larger screen. Some people prefer no screen as it 'saves weight' and more of a drivers car. However, I do agree with lack of space, even on an E92, you will struggle to put things in, the storage you do have is either too small or flimsy (cup holders). Very good video, keep it up!
Thanks for the feedback! I appreciate it. In regards to weight reductions, surely only the most track focused car would worry about that level of difference? I mentioned this in my last video, but I love that they can be both daily and track focused - so I guess I’m looking for that hybrid. Small in the scheme of things but definitely a good point to know before purchase
I have an E82 without infotainment/idrive. Love that, minimalist & I'd never use it. Use phone for navigation. I also removed my rear seats because I never use them.
Yes mate if I didn’t have my commodore to that’s I’m building I probably look at doing the same to my bmw but the more I look at mine the more I like the sleeper type of look they gave then stock so I mite just thought some additional to it
#1 No dipstick. No coolant temperature gauge, & No oil temperature gauge. Unpainted bolts that rust easily on the underbody, Start Stop (have to permanently disable it with coding.)
Yeah the no dipstick is definitely a new one! I’ll have to look further into the bolts. Mine doesn’t have start stop unless it’s already been coded out.
No dipstick is absolutely disappointing but the 135i has a oil temp gauge under the tacho. Where should be unpainted bolts? My car has 190k km in German winter and summer driving, so salt and stuff and literally there is almost zero to no rust on the car at all. Besides under the abs ring *argh*
You are actually lucky you don't have iDrive screen in your car, as it looks more outdated than the stock entertainment system. Apart from that, BMW stopped producing the navigation maps in 2014, so its basically dead weight.
I have an 125i and mine doesn't even have the cupholers. They were an option and where your cupholders are I only have a small tray where you can maybe put a cellphone or a set of keys at best. I'd love to have the cupholders 😂
Yeah check my later videos. There is a charge pipe video. Injectors I’m not sure about but will at some point. I’m 90% certain the previous owner did all of the gaskets, etc
The previous owner appears to have wrapped some of the sections but left the centre bit. I want to make it consistent one day. Carbon fibre would be nice but $$$
I have a 2011 N55 135i. I really don’t mind the one sided double-tip exhaust. Honestly, the double sided, single tip in the 335i looks hideous to me, specially when the bumper doesn’t allow for bigger tips. I’m with you with the infotainment. Way too simple for a BMW, and its orange color is the worst!! Btw, your car is 2008, with only 11-Thousand KMs, that’s insane!! Congratulations!!
Yeah I agree single double side isn’t the best but I’m sure it would be easier to fit a double to each side with a new diffuser or something like that. I will eventually upgrade to dual side double exhausts but it’s not cheap!
You mentioned the stereo, look at a TH-cam Carl is onit, he installed a really good 10in screen, could be something you may want to look at if keeping your car.
Yep it’s on my radar. I’ve been focusing on performance lately since doing a lot of visual mods - but once I make a couple more mods I’ll swing back to focus on this
I also owned a Ralliart (which I evo x turbo swapped) so I can have some feedback on that too. Which model Golf R? I assume a 6. To be honest, it depends on your interests. AWD is a big benefit for me as I appreciate the grip + off the line speed. Rear wheel drive is unbeatable if you enjoy drifting or the old little slide around a corner. In terms of looks - the BMW has the best impact. Internally I think the golf R has the best features. Evo/STI if you’re into JDM and also are budget conscious. Euro cars cost a lot more to maintain. BMW also has the best tuning option as for about $500 you can tune to multiple stages yourself via your iPhone.
@@ElliottBrooks mhm yeah but Walnut Blasting is a pain in the ass, gotta take off the inlet manifold, honestly try to find an S65b40 from an E9x M3 ahahaha. N54's are amazing motors 100% but direct injection is a turn off for me
It’s hard to compare. This cost me $15,000. The R was a $35,000 car. The R felt a lot more advanced and precise. It was a clean cut fast car. AWD was real nice off the line. However, the BMW has way better looks and style. Plus you really notice the 6 cylinder engine difference. If someone offered me to trade for my old car, no price difference - I’d take it. But this BMW has been a whole lot more fun and I’ve learnt so much through the experience! No regrets
great video Elliot ...I don't drive but if I did I would love a BMW....I would also choose white or silver...thanks for the tip...or I guess I could just get my son to wash it for me lol...
It’s a great car to drive! Certainly made “for the driver”. Also, that would be great and helpful for you if your son would be happy to wash your car! :)
I can put my sunglasses in a case and my wallet into armrest storage so it's not so bad as it looks. but i dont't understand why BMW engineers can't do that same cupholders as in 3 series... If you have Idrive system you loose one of them
The armrest storage could be designed way better than it is. Having came from a golf R, I’ve seen what’s possible in confined spaces so I guess that’s where my bias comes from. Agreed about the cup holders
Nardo grey is awesome 😎! And man you look likes MotoGP rider Jack Miller, he is Australian as you. Congrats for the Chanel and still updating us ! Best regards from Brazil 🇧🇷
Yes and no. These cars can easily have the best of both worlds. No need to drive a stripped out interior unless the weight savings really matter to you. I personally enjoy apple carplay and those kind of features to improve my driving experience
like your video on 5 things u hate or dislike greatly lol/ i have same car/ black is a defo no/no/ mine is le mans blue , but always wanted red why cant bmw just stick with a few in red / like misano red/ brill red / blackleather / mine is long term / did think of changing to m 240 which are insanly rapid/ but a re map on mine will take it to m 240 power saving loads money yes storage is rubbish/ no sunroof / no memory seats / but i have sat nav i drive . but yes these cars i found out from bmw / were not going into production till last / minute the 125 was out / then they decided to put 330 i twin turbo into this car make msport / they are rapid so anyone thinkin of buying one go for it it wont dissapoint
Now that I’ve owned this car a bit longer and made changes, I’ve come to deal with a lot of the issues. It’s definitely value for money when it comes to performance IF you do the maintenance. The interior cabin storage is still annoying though lol
Is there anything you hate about your car? What would you change?
Two things a really hate about my 135i:
1. The high lines of its roof, specially compared next to the E92 lines.
2. The blind side caused by the driver-side mirror and the A-pillar, from the driver seat. At least in my case.
I don’t mind the lines of the car. Also I’ll keep an eye out for the blind spot
Bang a 200aud ish rear performance non carbon diffuser, and a black plastics front splitter. Cheap and easy perfect upgrade. Flat bottom half alcantara wheel and I guarantee it will never fail to disappoint visually. For the oem + look
And led rear lci lights and your done
@@sameer8823 yes I’ve done the flat bottom wheel and LCI tail lights. That’s helped. My video was focusing on stock cars. I’m considering a rear diffuser but also want a body kit - so we’ll see where we end up!
- iDrive was an option in the E82
- I have the E82 125i and the 125i/135i 6 cylinders have the twin passenger side exhaust. The 4 cylinders and diesels have a singular oval tip.
- Yes, agree, the storage is crap. But the storage issue pales into insignificance when you get behind the wheel - the car has so much character and it's driving dynamics are instantly recognisable as a BMW.
Thanks for the comment! I hadn’t seen any N54 with iDrive, I guess most people just chose to skip the feature. I figured it came in with the LCI. My thoughts re: the exhaust, 4 cylinder keep their oval, 125i keep the current dual left side and then 135i have single both side, 1M dual both side - I know it’s picky but it’s just what I think would suit haha. Totally agree about the car being amazing to drive - If you haven’t watched my 5 things I love - go check it out!
@@ElliottBrooks Thats exactly what they did on the E9X platform. All 2 litre petrol/diesel had the oval, the 3 litre NA petrol and diesel had the twin and the 335d/i both had the single both sides. But to me, I thought the E82 are a little too narrow to have the single both sides exhaust. The only reason why the 1M looks good with quad is because its wider.
I have a 07 325i with the larger CCC screen, with your point about the screen/infotainment you can find 135is or any E82 with either, no screen, a small screen or the larger screen. Some people prefer no screen as it 'saves weight' and more of a drivers car. However, I do agree with lack of space, even on an E92, you will struggle to put things in, the storage you do have is either too small or flimsy (cup holders). Very good video, keep it up!
Thanks for the feedback! I appreciate it. In regards to weight reductions, surely only the most track focused car would worry about that level of difference? I mentioned this in my last video, but I love that they can be both daily and track focused - so I guess I’m looking for that hybrid. Small in the scheme of things but definitely a good point to know before purchase
I have an E82 without infotainment/idrive. Love that, minimalist & I'd never use it. Use phone for navigation. I also removed my rear seats because I never use them.
No temperature gage and no dip stick are two thing I really hate about mite and I’ve only had it 3 days
True!
Yes mate if I didn’t have my commodore to that’s I’m building I probably look at doing the same to my bmw but the more I look at mine the more I like the sleeper type of look they gave then stock so I mite just thought some additional to it
last and most important point...has no left pedal...
Hahaha yes this is the biggest flaw for a lot of BMW drivers. I’m happy with the paddle shifters though :)
#1 No dipstick.
No coolant temperature gauge, & No oil temperature gauge. Unpainted bolts that rust easily on the underbody, Start Stop (have to permanently disable it with coding.)
Yeah the no dipstick is definitely a new one! I’ll have to look further into the bolts. Mine doesn’t have start stop unless it’s already been coded out.
No dipstick is absolutely disappointing but the 135i has a oil temp gauge under the tacho. Where should be unpainted bolts? My car has 190k km in German winter and summer driving, so salt and stuff and literally there is almost zero to no rust on the car at all. Besides under the abs ring *argh*
@@leonlange861 I bought a 135i recently so...
Oil temp can be found on your radio… or in the idrive system
You are actually lucky you don't have iDrive screen in your car, as it looks more outdated than the stock entertainment system. Apart from that, BMW stopped producing the navigation maps in 2014, so its basically dead weight.
Yeah true. They don’t look that great - but I’ve seen good aftermarket options that use the stock location
I have an 125i and mine doesn't even have the cupholers. They were an option and where your cupholders are I only have a small tray where you can maybe put a cellphone or a set of keys at best. I'd love to have the cupholders 😂
I’ve seen this. Crazy to not even have cupholders! Haha
Wow no reliability issues? Amazing what a bmw can do when people maintain them on their own
So far so good. I’m sure this tune will change when something major breaks down haha
@@ElliottBrooks did you do all the maintenance for the known weak points? Like charge pipe, injectors, valve cover gaskets, etc?
Yeah check my later videos. There is a charge pipe video. Injectors I’m not sure about but will at some point. I’m 90% certain the previous owner did all of the gaskets, etc
Why do you only have some trim gloss and centre console aluminium?
The previous owner appears to have wrapped some of the sections but left the centre bit. I want to make it consistent one day. Carbon fibre would be nice but $$$
I have a 2011 N55 135i. I really don’t mind the one sided double-tip exhaust. Honestly, the double sided, single tip in the 335i looks hideous to me, specially when the bumper doesn’t allow for bigger tips. I’m with you with the infotainment. Way too simple for a BMW, and its orange color is the worst!!
Btw, your car is 2008, with only 11-Thousand KMs, that’s insane!! Congratulations!!
Yeah I agree single double side isn’t the best but I’m sure it would be easier to fit a double to each side with a new diffuser or something like that. I will eventually upgrade to dual side double exhausts but it’s not cheap!
You mentioned the stereo, look at a TH-cam Carl is onit, he installed a really good 10in screen, could be something you may want to look at if keeping your car.
Yep it’s on my radar. I’ve been focusing on performance lately since doing a lot of visual mods - but once I make a couple more mods I’ll swing back to focus on this
Two pipes on one side, vs One pipe on each side... 1+1 = 2! Seems the same to me as they are both feed by one muffler anyway.
Hahaha this is true. But in terms of aesthetics there is a difference. Plus upgrading to twin dual pipes (similar to 1M) would be much easier!
i was thinking about getting a golf r , sti, evo, or a 135, would you recommend this over a golf r
I also owned a Ralliart (which I evo x turbo swapped) so I can have some feedback on that too. Which model Golf R? I assume a 6. To be honest, it depends on your interests. AWD is a big benefit for me as I appreciate the grip + off the line speed. Rear wheel drive is unbeatable if you enjoy drifting or the old little slide around a corner. In terms of looks - the BMW has the best impact. Internally I think the golf R has the best features. Evo/STI if you’re into JDM and also are budget conscious. Euro cars cost a lot more to maintain. BMW also has the best tuning option as for about $500 you can tune to multiple stages yourself via your iPhone.
you missed the biggest main issue is that the motor is a directed injected engine and carbon build up exists
Yeah this was initial feelings rather than after owning it for a while. Walnut blasting can help that though
@@ElliottBrooks mhm yeah but Walnut Blasting is a pain in the ass, gotta take off the inlet manifold, honestly try to find an S65b40 from an E9x M3 ahahaha. N54's are amazing motors 100% but direct injection is a turn off for me
Yeah that would be the goal. I’d love a V8 135i haha
What car do you prefer? R or the 135i?
It’s hard to compare. This cost me $15,000. The R was a $35,000 car. The R felt a lot more advanced and precise. It was a clean cut fast car. AWD was real nice off the line. However, the BMW has way better looks and style. Plus you really notice the 6 cylinder engine difference. If someone offered me to trade for my old car, no price difference - I’d take it. But this BMW has been a whole lot more fun and I’ve learnt so much through the experience! No regrets
great video Elliot ...I don't drive but if I did I would love a BMW....I would also choose white or silver...thanks for the tip...or I guess I could just get my son to wash it for me lol...
It’s a great car to drive! Certainly made “for the driver”. Also, that would be great and helpful for you if your son would be happy to wash your car! :)
I can put my sunglasses in a case and my wallet into armrest storage so it's not so bad as it looks. but i dont't understand why BMW engineers can't do that same cupholders as in 3 series... If you have Idrive system you loose one of them
The armrest storage could be designed way better than it is. Having came from a golf R, I’ve seen what’s possible in confined spaces so I guess that’s where my bias comes from. Agreed about the cup holders
right+no space for a bottle in the door storage
Yes - that’s a sneaky one!
I would change the engine in my 320i 😮💨
Same. Haha
Im agree with you, Except for the color of course! lol 😝
I’m keen to go either white, matte white or nardo grey
Nardo grey is awesome 😎! And man you look likes MotoGP rider Jack Miller, he is Australian as you. Congrats for the Chanel and still updating us ! Best regards from Brazil 🇧🇷
When you have navigation you get all that
That’s fair. I can only comment on what my car came with though. None of the models I saw for sale seemed to have it available either
Drivers cars don't need gadgetry.
Yes and no. These cars can easily have the best of both worlds. No need to drive a stripped out interior unless the weight savings really matter to you. I personally enjoy apple carplay and those kind of features to improve my driving experience
like your video on 5 things u hate or dislike greatly lol/ i have same car/ black is a defo no/no/ mine is le mans blue , but always wanted red why cant bmw just stick with a few in red / like misano red/ brill red / blackleather / mine is long term / did think of changing to m 240 which are insanly rapid/ but a re map on mine will take it to m 240 power saving loads money yes storage is rubbish/ no sunroof / no memory seats / but i have sat nav i drive . but yes these cars i found out from bmw / were not going into production till last / minute the 125 was out / then they decided to put 330 i twin turbo into this car make msport / they are rapid so anyone thinkin of buying one go for it it wont dissapoint
Now that I’ve owned this car a bit longer and made changes, I’ve come to deal with a lot of the issues. It’s definitely value for money when it comes to performance IF you do the maintenance. The interior cabin storage is still annoying though lol
So what your saying is you don’t hate the car but you love to click bate.
The five points I highlighted, I hate. Overall, I don’t hate the car.