BMW 1 series convertible

[bornwild]

You're gonna have to admit Wraith, considering it is a base model 320i it handles and performs like no other base model middle-sized saloon.

Also, the prices are way overpriced in AU. If we had it like in EU or USA it would be around $40k driveaway in AU.

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[xplosv57]

You're gonna have to admit Wraith, considering it is a base model 320i it handles and performs like no other base model middle-sized saloon.

Also, the prices are way overpriced in AU. If we had it like in EU or USA it would be around $40k driveaway in AU.

I'm speaking for myself, having driven a 4 pot many a time, the 320i has to be one of the slowest base model sedans, combination of lack of power and too much weight, handling sure it's great but lack of performance is disappointing!!!

That all changes once there's a 4cyl diesel or a 6cyl (or better yet the TT 6) under the bonnet!!!

Actually in the US, the 3 series (which their base model is the 328i 3.0 6cyl) starts from 32k, considering our dollar is almost on par with them, we're still paying over double for the same car!!!! Disgraceful!!!

[USC]

the government is ripping us off!!

in a way, its good..cos we would have way too many cars on our roads..bear in mind, australia is big but most of it is desert...

[Calibrated]

i'd have one. if i could afford it the 135i ...

[Wraith]

I'm speaking for myself, having driven a 4 pot many a time, the 320i has to be one of the slowest base model sedans, combination of lack of power and too much weight, handling sure it's great but lack of performance is disappointing!!!

That all changes once there's a 4cyl diesel or a 6cyl (or better yet the TT 6) under the bonnet!!!

Actually in the US, the 3 series (which their base model is the 328i 3.0 6cyl) starts from 32k, considering our dollar is almost on par with them, we're still paying over double for the same car!!!! Disgraceful!!!

Too right you are Steve - I don't know however if the strong Aussie dollar will translate to savings on car purchases ??? 'Middle men' car sellers (stealerships) and the Government will most probably take advantage of the bigger profits margins to be had

It has had an effect on general electrical appliances though...

From Todays Age:

Aussie dollar hits 24-year high

Chris Zappone
May 19, 2008 - 12:02PM
Page 1 of 2
Australians travelling abroad can rejoice: the Aussie dollar hit a 24-year high this morning.

The rising Aussie has doubled in value against the US dollar in seven years, consistently defying expectations of a levelling off.

The gain is also a boon for retailers, who source much of their goods from overseas, but bad news for those businesses competing with imports, such as the local car industry.

In late morning trading, the Australian dollar was at 95.35 US cents, after earlier touching 95.71 US cents, or up more than one cent from Friday's close of 94.34 US cents.

That peak was the highest since March 20, 1984, when the domestic unit reached 95.73 US cents.

"If you're planning to go overseas, now is the time do it,'' said Amy Auster, head of international economics at ANZ.

Even those just pencilling in a trip abroad can take advantage of the strong Aussie dollar, she said.

''If you're planning to buy foreign currency, buy it now,'' she said.

[bornwild]

I'm speaking for myself, having driven a 4 pot many a time, the 320i has to be one of the slowest base model sedans, combination of lack of power and too much weight, handling sure it's great but lack of performance is disappointing!!!

That all changes once there's a 4cyl diesel or a 6cyl (or better yet the TT 6) under the bonnet!!!

Actually in the US, the 3 series (which their base model is the 328i 3.0 6cyl) starts from 32k, considering our dollar is almost on par with them, we're still paying over double for the same car!!!! Disgraceful!!!

It sounds like you haven't driven one. I haven't either!

The 320i weighs 1360kg and that 2.0l unit is one of the best 2.0l 4cyl you'll find around 115kW plus 200Nm from low down in the range. In theory it should be quite a gun compared to my Astra(1390kg, 92kW and 172Nm).

Also, reading reviews leaves nothing but praise for it's performance and handling.

[USC]

It sounds like you haven't driven one. I haven't either!

The 320i weighs 1360kg and that 2.0l unit is one of the best 2.0l 4cyl you'll find around 115kW plus 200Nm from low down in the range. In theory it should be quite a gun compared to my Astra(1390kg, 92kW and 172Nm).

Also, reading reviews leaves nothing but praise for it's performance and handling.

+1

[xplosv57]

It sounds like you haven't driven one. I haven't either!

The 320i weighs 1360kg and that 2.0l unit is one of the best 2.0l 4cyl you'll find around 115kW plus 200Nm from low down in the range. In theory it should be quite a gun compared to my Astra(1390kg, 92kW and 172Nm).

Also, reading reviews leaves nothing but praise for it's performance and handling.

I have driven many E90 320i's and do drive them on a regular basis, and as you have admitted, you haven't driven one!!!

From my own experiences with them, they are terribly sluggish compared to other 4 cylinders i've driven, mind you the manual isn't so bad, more the auto version!! Have only driven a manual 1.8 AH once so couldn't compare it to yours!!!

Handling and braking are much better than other though, and as said before, same package with a 6 cylinder is much better!!!

Also the same 4 cylinder in a smaller 1 series is better too!!!

[USC]

I have driven many E90 320i's and do drive them on a regular basis, and as you have admitted, you haven't driven one!!!

From my own experiences with them, they are terribly sluggish compared to other 4 cylinders i've driven, mind you the manual isn't so bad, more the auto version!! Have only driven a manual 1.8 AH once so couldn't compare it to yours!!!

Handling and braking are much better than other though, and as said before, same package with a 6 cylinder is much better!!!

Also the same 4 cylinder in a smaller 1 series is better too!!!

and you think an auto corolla is much better? LOL.

[bornwild]

and you think an auto corolla is much better? LOL.

That's the funny bit...lol

Back on topic!
I don't like the soft top 1 series....the coupe version is sexy as hell though