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      05-07-2008, 06:42 AM   #1
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Perth Launch

Perth Launch...?

I know theres not many of us, but anyone going to the launch on the 22nd?


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      05-07-2008, 10:00 AM   #2
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      05-09-2008, 09:06 PM   #3
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Like to be there, but will be away :-( Will have to check it out 'in the flesh' in June.

Have a drink for me. Am told there will be 600 there.

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      05-14-2008, 02:09 AM   #4
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Was told yesterday that they're changing the Perth launch from being over 2 days to just 1 day and that, as a result, "there were going to be lots of disappointed people". Didn't ask why, as I can't be there anyway. Apparently the Auto Classic building is only able to legally hold 1000 people.
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      05-14-2008, 04:41 AM   #5
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I got my ticket today...hopefully i wont see my car there, it better be down stairs!
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      05-15-2008, 01:25 AM   #6
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apparently they are expecting 900 people. If even half of them actually show up it'll be a pretty big launch event I would think.
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      05-15-2008, 05:27 AM   #7
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Just got back from Auto classic....they took me to see two verts and ONE 135I getting ready for the launch! looks much better in person and i cant complain about buying one, without seeing it first....exceeds my expectation on looks.
NOW just let me drive it already!:headbang:
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      05-15-2008, 05:35 AM   #8
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Just got back from Auto classic....they took me to see two verts and ONE 135I getting ready for the launch! looks much better in person and i cant complain about buying one, without seeing it first....exceeds my expectation on looks.
NOW just let me drive it already!:headbang:
You bugga! I've been watching a few videos this evening and was getting a bit worried that it looks a bit 'stumpy' (the yanks are describing it like a pot bellied pig) and too small but I think it's the weird aspect ratios of the videos.

Can you reassure me? How does it look compared to a 335i?
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      05-15-2008, 05:55 AM   #9
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Personally I LOVE it! :wub: , but the 335 does have very nice lines, the day I ordered the 135I I had actually gone in to buy a 335 or an M3 had the wifes approval to buy either. Would still love a M3 but in WA I think its a waste. and the 335 is a little big (I drive a MINI) for me much more fun to throw a little car around!

I am not disappointed at all, it certainly has a different look, but isnt that the point? and its not as potbellied as the photos, but the one series has that line....and I have a MINI so that is stumpy! but i live with it because it has 250BHP and sticks like glue to the road.:roundel:
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      05-15-2008, 06:13 AM   #10
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Thanks jcw2006aus. I'm not worried about the size, I used to drive a Eunos coupe before the last 2 Falcons. Okay, I'll not stress and will wait until I return and then go look in the flesh. Oh, thanks!
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HAHAHA...i got a sneak peak today too at the 135i in the flesh @ Autoclassic but my dealer told me not to say anything as they aren't supposed to be showing the public yet. Therefore, I didn't type this and cannot say that it looks great, isn't that much smaller than the 3 series and how much more excited I am about getting mine next month.
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      05-15-2008, 07:22 AM   #12
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Haha, good one BMWDave. I have to go to Belmont tomorrow, guess where I may pop in to on the way home? Promise I won't tell.
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Seems like there is only 4 of use anyway! on here that is!
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YOU ARE ALL VERY NAUGHTY BOYS. ONE OF THOSE BEAUTIFUL LADIES IS MY WHITE 135i (the one with the sun roof) and I ordered her in July 2007 and have been very patient. Now you have sneaked a peak at her through the curtains whilst she is being cleaned up for me. I feel like an Indian groom who has yet to see his bride but everyone else has. I'll be there at the launch but I won't be leaving alone....so there!
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Steve, mate, she's beautiful and well worth the wait. Exceptionally jealous you'll get to take her home that night. I've got at least another month til my beautiful blue baby arrives....
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      05-16-2008, 02:42 AM   #17
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You're jealous??? I've got another 4 months to wait and I won't see one in the flesh until June the 3rd.
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      05-16-2008, 03:04 AM   #18
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What are the colours and trim of the 2 demo 135i's, guys? Didn't go there this arvo, had to come back via Galleria.
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YOU ARE ALL VERY NAUGHTY BOYS. ONE OF THOSE BEAUTIFUL LADIES IS MY WHITE 135i (the one with the sun roof) and I ordered her in July 2007 and have been very patient. Now you have sneaked a peak at her through the curtains whilst she is being cleaned up for me. I feel like an Indian groom who has yet to see his bride but everyone else has. I'll be there at the launch but I won't be leaving alone....so there!
I didnt get see yours Steve or mine I think its still on the dock! but I hope to be leaving with my SGM soon to! the only 135I there was the one for the launch and of course sedona red,,
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Simon - I believe the launch cars (in 135i Coupe spec) are Sedona Red with Black leather and Sapphire Black with Black leather. Can't comment on the trim.

There were a couple of 1 series coupes/convertibles in the warehouse that I spotted, including Steve's white one. On another note, spotted a very nice white new M3!
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Thanks BMWDave, will check 'em out in June!
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Perthites, will see you at the launch tonight for those coming. I'm about 6 ft tall and will be wearing black suit (not pinstripe like our eastern [mafia] counterparts) with a white shirt with pink stripes. Will probably have parentals in tow cause they want to see what i'm spending all my hard earned cash on - can't escape mother's watchful eye, even at 27!
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