Forum: BMW 1 Series Forum (E81, E82)

I'm doing a compare and contrast essay. My topic are the two cars above and Im having some trouble listing some similarities besides that they are...

Hi all.I'm having a problem with a 118i bmw 2005 model.on diagnosis there are 2 faults that do not want to clear.The faults are...

Straight from the BMW spokesperson, we get the final verdict regarding using 89 or 87 octane gas in our 91 preferred cars. Running On Regular:...

Hi, I just purchased a 2009 Bmw 135i with idrive. In order to connect my ipod do I need a usb adapter? I've tried using the usb cable that came...

I just bought my daughter a 208 128i with the stock wheels and tires. I was wondering if anyone is running 18's or 19's, and if so, what are the...

Hello owners, I am 50+ and looking for a new fun car. I've had an Infinity but really got the best use, over 200,000 miles with modest repairs, out...

Does anyone know if the lower height of this pkg effects the ride vs the regular sport pkg? Which of these packages would have lighter wheels of...

Fuel tank size is listed in the manual as 14 gallons however even if i almost empty it (computer shows 10-12 miles left) i still cannot get more than...

If BMW wants a better mileage car, why not bring the 120d to America? If the 335d is any indication of mileage, I'm guessing the 120d would achieve...

Is anyone running 17x8 or 17x8.5 on your 1 series. Have you experienced any issues (rubbing etc.)?

Folks, we're going to do a lot of system maintenance and hopefully complete the move to vBulletin this weekend. Some of the work will start this...

My 128i has been back to the dealership 7 times for the trunk opening spontaneously. They haven't been able to fix it or figure out why it is...

Is there a way to permanently set up day time running lights other than setting the light switch to that position? The manual has a procedure but I...

Has anyone added the USB iPod adapter to their 1 series? I currently have only the aux input. Wondering how easy it is to switch out to the aux +...

Let's hope that any 1-series car introduced to the US will not have the ridiculous Run Flat Tires. No run flats and a real spare and I will buy. ...

Hey guys, you know you think your car is better than that dude down the street... and now we're giving you your chance to prove it! send us...

Does anyone know if a wheels from a 2001 3 series will fit the 135i? Thanks in advance.

Has anyone installed the BMW front and/or rear mudflaps on a 128 themselves? How hard is it? Do you need to remove the wheels? Are there pilot...

do anyone knows were the zke is and what it looks like .my windows , doors , interior lights and sunroof dont work. on my 1990 ...

Hey, I came across this new BMW video.

I have a new 128i convertible. Was looking to tighten up the steering a bit and add a nicer exhaust and intake sound. I want to do these things...

Anyone out there ordered the 128i or 135i with the M Sports Package, gets you an anthracite headliner (thank you BMW), aerodynamics, m trimmings,...

Now that the MINI JCW is out of my mind due to reliability and complains about current owners not to mention overpriced I am thinking about getting a...

I just installed my iCarbon CF diffuser. I ordered it about a week or so ago and it arrived fast (which was really nice considering it was free...

i'm looking to find out the size of the speakers my car has so i can change them, since the factory sound is crap! i own a 3 door 1 series, so if...

Rumor has it that BMW is introducing the Active-E 1 series in the US very shortly...within the next 2 months. anyone heard anything on that topic?

When you order the $1,000.00 sports package with the 18"wheels,etc. do they re-map the top speed limiter as on the 335? At first, i did'nt see this...

1 & 3 series recall <a href="http://s131.photobucket.com/albums/p315/hoscarnag/roadflypix/?action=view¤t=335siggy.jpg" target="_blank"><img...

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Please help support the Sachem Robotics Competition Team in their quest to attend the National Championship Win a 2010 BMW 128i Coupe ...

Hello all. I am in the marked for a used CPO 135i or 335i 6-speed manual. My main concern is that I don't purchase a vehicle that has been...

Have the deposit down on the order list and am on the next wave with the dealer on the 1335i for March / April delivery. Have fully spec'd out the...

Ok so I read the manual, but I'm still not sure when I want to click "DTC" vs. leaving the in stability control. When I start the engine it is...

Has anyone changed there brake pads and if so how hard was it.

Just picked up new 335i this week. For some reason it will not load the phone book from my Samsung Blackjack telephone. The BJ is the original...