BMW 128i Review - The Perfect Track Toy

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3 жыл бұрын

Is Miata always the answer? Or is the BMW 128i the perfect dual duty car? Andrew's 128i is a year round daily driver, but it is a quick wheel and tire switch away from driving right out onto the track. Compared to other cars we've reviewed, Stefan had the opportunity to drive this both on the track and on the street for a true comparison. Ironically enough, the 128i was supposed to be the economical option from BMW, compared to the 135i and 1M, but it ended up being the higher performer in terms of cost of aftermarket and long term reliability.
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Mods:
BMW High Output N52 Three Stage Intake Manifold
Active Autowerks Catless Header
Euro Airbox
BPC Tune
Revshift Engine Mounts
Revshift Transmission Mounts
BMW Water to Oil Intercooler
Whiteline Differential Bushings
Wavetrac LSD
E90 330i Front Brakes
Stoptech Stainless Steel Brake Lines
Ferodo DS2500 Brake Pads
Motul RBF 600 Brake Fluid
1M/M3 Control Arms Front & Rear
Eibach Lowering Springs
Eibach Sway Bars Front & Rear
Koni Sport Adjustable Dampers
Dinan Camber Plates
Whiteline Rear Subframe Bushings
Powerflex Rear Control Arm Bushings
Revshift Aluminum Trailing Arms
Apex ARC-8 17x8.5 ET 40 Wrapped in Bridgestone RE71Rs (Track)
TR Motorsport C2s 17x8.5 ET 40 Wrapped in Cooper RS-3 S (Street)
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@lucianomichel2236 3 жыл бұрын

nice quality bro keep it up

@ghostpunkkilla 3 жыл бұрын

I like that you took it to the track also. I know its not always feasible due to scheduling, but I think it adds a lot to the review.

@CraneMoto 3 жыл бұрын

It is so cool that people are finally "finding" the 128i. It is such a great car, and if the USA market hadn't gotten the 135i, it would have been much more popular when new. I currently have a '08 128i 6MT Sport and it is similarly set up to Andrew's (torsen LSD, springs/camber plates, rear adjustable control arms, 17x9 TRM wheels on 245 semi slicks, E90 330i front brakes, etc.). I also owned a E36 M3 sedan at the same time as my current 128i, and the 128i is really just a newer, more refined version of the E36 M3! You can really tell that people are starting to want the 128i as there are more "WTB 128i 6MT" posts on the forums than 135i posts now. Glad I bought mine 3 years ago when no one wanted one, because if you want one now.....you will be paying for it.

@reenamcdaniel 3 жыл бұрын

This is the exact car I'm driving now! Came here to learn more thank u😘

@danielsan83 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Deserves huge views.

@beingL 2 жыл бұрын

When you came around that corner and chuckled with joy. I felt that. Love my 128.

@mcrowley8460 2 жыл бұрын

Great review guys. I bought a 08 blk/blk 6-speed 128i m sport. Got it off a guy in his 50s that bought it from the original owner when it was almost new. It was driven but not molested. I just got that oil leak to tend to but i'm very happy with the car. Even at lower speeds its still a blast to drive. I already live out in the country ( sometimes don't see another car for 30-40 mins pass the other way ) so the roads are all mine.

@drivingprophet 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the really well done video, man! Found it really helpful as I’m searching for a 128i

@Chatsworth1979 3 жыл бұрын

Thankx, nice vid!

@in54ne82 3 жыл бұрын

I have a manual 135i with most m3 suspension mods and love the damn thing. The only thing that drives me nuts is the tire/wheel fitment.

@liltrip5459 3 жыл бұрын

I’m 17 and just got this for my first car let’s goooo

@accordv6er 3 жыл бұрын

Yeee someone remembers you don't need 500hp to have fun. I was always amazed at how different in character a 328/330 was to a 335

@marckodiak8513 2 жыл бұрын

Owned a 128 as now a 135, love these little cars

@Muniz918 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2011 128i that I bought in 2014. It’s not the fastest car but the NA N52 3.0 is more reliable than the turbo and the car is sufficiently powered with the N52. It’s my work car so I only put 2,800miles on it in 2020 since I was working from home. I go back to the office next month and am looking forward to it as my commute is 30miles and mostly highway so definitely a good drive for this fun little car. 😎🏎

@TheRealJohnMadden

Been looking for a great sports car for around my $10k budget when the 128i showed up in my search results. Never owned a luxury car, but I always wanted one but never wanted to break the bank. It’ll probably be a year before I pull the trigger, but I for sure know what I’m saving towards now. Great video. Thank you for making up my mind.

@marcholler4047 3 жыл бұрын

I have an 09 128 convertible. The N52 engine is simply superb. Handles great. I got some mods on it This needs the credit it deserves!

@marjoriebridge3372 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought the same white car in Canada, in mint condition, but a 2012. So excited.

@samuelowolabi6613 3 жыл бұрын

This video is really making me consider getting one. At first I was just looking for cars that are fast with low 5s 0-60 times that will give me that surprising sinking into the seat feeling of a fast car like a Dodge Challenger Hellcat( I know it's faster than 5s but that's the fastest car I've driven to compare to) but now I feel that after I've driven a few share BMWs I feel like I'm more in love with the way they handle including the firmness of the suspension vs any kind of other car I've driven. This should be fast enough for a daily driver anyways and that's what I wanna use this for. So I hope if I get this it won't be a lemon that spoils the experience.