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      10-17-2013, 10:33 PM   #1
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Any Regrets on your X1 purchase?

I am thinking about getting a new X1 any regrets? What are the best options?
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      10-17-2013, 11:03 PM   #2
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Get the M Sport, transforms the vehicle in so many ways. I had a loaner in base w/ premium package and it was a huge disappointment.
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      10-18-2013, 12:29 AM   #3
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I regret I didn't wear the run flats out more at the track.

I can't wait to put some real tires on my X1 s28i M Sport; maybe some Michelin PSS.
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      10-18-2013, 02:41 AM   #4
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the only regret i have is not getting the angle eye headlights. other wise i love my car. its awesome, fun to drive and great on gas. the stock radio even sounds fantastic.
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      10-18-2013, 07:31 AM   #5
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I am thinking about getting a new X1 any regrets? What are the best options?
Only regret is not staying behind the dealer to make sure I got the paddles.
MSport is worth every penny
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      10-18-2013, 07:53 AM   #6
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  1. I like iDrive well enough, but I hate the navigation. It irks me that I have to have a Garmin stuck on my windshield.
  2. Tires - I replaced the Fred Flintstone runflats with conventional tires at 5,000 miles.
  3. The lazy, inconsistent throttle response is absolutely maddening at times. It's hands down the worst part about the car.
  4. Fuel mileage has been disappointing for me.
  5. Lack of braking power/feel.
  6. I was one of the unfortunate early owners that didn't get the "standard" paddle shifters.

On the plus side:
  1. The utility is better than expected, and it sits lower than conventional crossovers.
  2. The leather sport seats are some of the best I've ever experienced. Not quite as good as Volvo seats, but close.
  3. xDrive is as good as advertised, and the car performs well in the snow (with dedicated winters).
  4. LeMans Blue is a great color. I have yet to see a photo that does it justice.
  5. Low brake dust for a European brand.
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      10-18-2013, 08:37 AM   #7
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No regrets, really like the car at almost one year of ownership now.

I would say get a 35i - Sport or MSport w/paddle shifters, Harman Kardon stereo with Nav and backup camera. But none of those may appeal to you so hard to say what is "best" options

With the seats folded down it can carry quite a lot of stuff.
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      10-18-2013, 08:52 AM   #8
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no regrets, love this car.... its my fifth bimmer so far.... planning on my next one? what will it be?....
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      10-18-2013, 09:10 AM   #9
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      10-18-2013, 09:13 AM   #10
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No regrets at all. Great family car, two kids one still in infant seat. Car holds double stroller and groceries without a problem. Much more enjoyable than wife's old Q5, this at least provides some weekend fun when I can drive it. Gave up my 135i for her to have safe, luxury family car. The 28i is plenty of power for this car, though no doubt the N55 would be a blast. $6k savings and 8sp ZF trans made the decision easy.

Only wish I would have opted with staggered summer tires and swapped dedicated winters from my 1er. Would have afforded a reasonable track car, plus I have reservations about the all-season P7 winter traction. Time will tell.
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      10-18-2013, 11:25 AM   #11
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None, although I do have conflicting advice to those above me:

I'd say get the 28i Sport-line (not M-sport), as the 18" wheels and stock suspension is just as tight if not tighter than my GTI's suspension, but the sport seats are great. Any harder and the roads around here would not be fun.

As for power - the 28i can get you to extra-legal speeds just fine, I just get to enjoy the journey there for longer, and the 8speed transmission is a doll.


Needless to say - test drive EVERY iteration you are considering.
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      10-18-2013, 12:57 PM   #12
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I regret not waiting for the 328d wagon to come out. Didn't have a choice as I needed a car this past Feb when my beater ride '90 525 blew a timing belt on my way to work. Military sales dealer by my base in Germany had a fully loaded 2013 X-Line demo on the lot that I had driven a few months earlier. Rest is history. I have really enjoyed the car. A 35 would have been nice but the BMW turbo 4 is more than sufficient for hauling ass on the Autobahn. Does well at the 'Ring too.
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      10-18-2013, 02:38 PM   #13
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Mostly Base SDrive - No regrets at all, love the car. Might be a little small for a family of 4 going on a camping trip, but how often does that happen?
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      10-18-2013, 03:58 PM   #14
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I got a base 35i which is what I wanted over a M packaged 28i. I don't need leather, iDrive, or an 8 speed and especially ASS. While having the M package would have been nice, the N55 always puts a smile on my face. I'm on the fence about lowering it as I don't need clearance down south and maybe JB4/down pipes down the line.
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      10-18-2013, 06:59 PM   #15
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I am thinking about getting a new X1 any regrets? What are the best options?
Only regret is not staying behind the dealer to make sure I got the paddles.
MSport is worth every penny
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      10-18-2013, 07:44 PM   #16
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the xenon lighting package is a must.

stay with hydraulic steering.

i would have liked the thicker sport steering wheel but it doesn't come heated (i use my x1 as a snow machine) so it was a bit of a trade off.

have fun!
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      10-18-2013, 08:06 PM   #17
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the xenon lighting package is a must.
Its more of an expensive luxury. I replaced the OEM bulbs with Phillips xtreme vision bulbs at a cost of $40. I'll have to replace them more frequently than xenons, but at the end of the day I'm fairly sure I'll come out ahead (particularly if I keep the car past warranty).

But the OEM low beams are really really bad.
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      10-18-2013, 09:33 PM   #18
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After going for a spin I'm a 650i GC, I regret not finishing my degree to be able to afford that car.

No regrets buying my X1 thus far.
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      10-19-2013, 01:18 AM   #19
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Slight steering weels vibration in city driving over gruff roads
Struggle to get comfortable on the standard seats
Rattle in the rear hatch (more or less solved with lots of sponse forced in there)
Comfort access not always working, making the feature annoying.
The way the stop/go feature is programmed to work.
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      10-19-2013, 11:58 AM   #20
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I am thinking about getting a new X1 any regrets? What are the best options?
Ah!, this is a $45,000 question! So far since the last 17 months I drove 16,000 miles with my XDrive 28i:
1) Available power and performance control make the legal speed appears way too low ;
2) Great ride and control in ice/snow;
3) Really fun to drive ;

However is has few quirks such as:
1) Not really gaz-efficient in city low speed driving ... it weights up to 700 pounds more than a usual car (XDrive and sunroof add weight ; compared to my former Mazda3 sport) which is a drag on gaz consumption, but it doesn't affect the driving as this car is very well balanced at almost 50-50 ;
3) Rear seats are comfortable by space is cramped;
4) Slight body roll in corner at high speed (remember this car has 7.5 inches clearance);
5) In Sport Mode, sometimes the automatic 8-speed changes stick at high gear for no apparent reason.

The must-have options:
1)Adaptive Xenon headlights: not only it beams stronger, it covers the corners, ... and the double-O lights are part of BMW's branding.
2) Rear park distance control: the rear window is set slightly to high to see what lying behind the rear wheels.

The nice-to-have-options:
1) Panoramic Moonroof: eg. this is truly a large sunroof ;
2) Navigation System : Ridiculously expensive, a full fledged Garmin GPS is 1/5 of this option's price ;
3) 18 inches tires: make the ride stiffer than the 17" but look way better and gives better grip when cornering.
4) Enhanced USB and Bluetooth plus Smartphone Integration if you want to stream music, however if not, the standard USB slot will play MP3.
5) Up here in Canada, XDrive is almost a most... but down south I would have chosen an SDrive (less weight, eg more speed).

The options to avoid:
19 inches tires: look awesome that makes the ride stiff and uncomfortable on bumpy roads.
Servotronic: A true bimmer gives the full feel of the road, if you really need it, just get a Lexus.
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      10-19-2013, 02:03 PM   #21
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Any problems or issues with your X1 that required a trip to the dealer?
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      10-19-2013, 04:29 PM   #22
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19 inches tires: look awesome that makes the ride stiff and uncomfortable on bumpy roads.
The 19's actually ride superb! I have them and love them. They make the ride taught and compliant. A nice accent to the M Sport suspension.

I had a loaner for a week and drove it on the same roads I do daily with mine. It had 17's and the ride was actually worse! Bouncy and jarring.

If there a reason to skip the 19's is because they curb easily.
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