BMW 1 Series convertible owner reviews

"The convertible BMW 1 Series is stylish and well made, while it handles as well as the rest of the range."

Carbuyer Rating

3.6 out of 5

Owners Rating

4.7 out of 5

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Owner Reviews

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Common Problems

  • Brakes (1 case)
  • Electrics (1 case)

Review 1 of 12

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

2-3 litre, Diesel, Manual

Year

2010

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

51
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year

2009

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

3 - 5 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

47
Tell us what you think about your car?
Have only covered 16000 miles. Only warranty claim has been for sticking window switch. Has only been serviced once!
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

1.5-2 litre, Diesel, Manual

Year

2010

Avg annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

41.5
Tell us what you think about your car?
pleasant to drive on ong journeys
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

M135i

Year

2009

Avg annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

28
Tell us what you think about your car?
I swapped my unreliable boring Audi TT roadster for the BMW M135i. At the time I thought the TT was a quick car. No no no! The Beemer was an absolute beast. A 3 litre twin turbo 306 bhp engine in a car the size of a small shoe. This thing was crazy fast! As my brother once said as I scared the poop out of him coming off a roundabout. "There's no need for a car to be able to go this quickly" The convertible is a little slower than the coupe. But 5 and a half seconds to 60mph is still no slouch in anyone's book. This car also handled well and it sounded the business. Popping and crackling every time you gave it the beans. The roof was superb. If you wanted to be a real poser you could fold it down as you unlocked the car and walked over to it. However there was some wind noise from it especially on motorways. Fuel economy could be on the good side of 30mpg if you drove it steady. However if you're going to moan about fuel economy don't buy a petrol car with 300 plus bhp. Build quality was good and so was reliability. It did have squeaky brakes which BMW replaced under warranty. I miss this car because it had real character and it looked understated. Until you left all the boy races staring at your tail lights with the sound of the growling exhaust pipes ringing in their ears. One friend of mine once joked it was a hairdressers car. To which I just smiled. Those hairdressers sure do get around quickly then I thought to myself. The only reason I swapped it was it needed new rear tyres a major service and an MOT all at once. The BMW salesman easily convinced me to put the large chunk of money needed to carry out the work into a new vehicle instead. I would recommend this car if you are considering a fast four seater convertible. Prices now should be good value as the new 2 series has arrived. Just make sure it's got plenty of rubber on the wheels and all expensive services are up to date. You'll have a blast!
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

1.5-2 litre, Petrol, Automatic

Year

2012

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

35
Tell us what you think about your car?
It's new and driven 1,400 so i'd expect it to be reliable
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

2-3 litre, Petrol, Automatic

Year

2008

Owned

3 - 5 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

28
Tell us what you think about your car?
Very good - only one minor problem, replacement of the rear high level brake light due to cracking of the plastic.
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

2-3 litre, Petrol, Automatic

Year

2009

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

26
Tell us what you think about your car?
Some very minor faults but never broke down
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

1.5-2 litre, Diesel, Manual

Year

2012

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

42
Tell us what you think about your car?
Bullet-proof build quality, solid vehicle, runs extremely well with no issues to date
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

2-3 litre, Diesel, Manual

Year

2008

Avg annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

40
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

1.5-2 litre, Diesel, Manual

Year

2012

Avg annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

48
Tell us what you think about your car?
No problems since new
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

4 out of 5

Car Details

Model

1.5-2 litre, Diesel

Year

2011

Avg annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

45
Tell us what you think about your car?
Had the car 11 mths, not one problem
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

5 out of 5

Car Details

Model

M Sport

Year

2011

Avg annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

38
Tell us what you think about your car?
A well built a totally reliable car, managing to deliver as a "fun open top" and a useable day to day commuter. Weekly mileage has been nearly 700 miles in all weathers. Enjoyed this car so much I have now purchased a 125i Sport Plus Edition as they have now ceased production.
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

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