2012 BMW 1 Series 128i
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87 days listed
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$1,301 price drop
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The 1 Series is BMW's entry-level model, a compact two-door that prioritizes driving fun over outright practicality. It's the rare small car that feels genuinely alive, with quick steering and a chassis that loves a back road. The ride is on the firm side, but that's the trade-off for how flat it stays through corners. Cabin space is snug, especially in back, and the trunk is modest, so think of it as a personal car rather than a family hauler. A power-folding soft top and the standard six-speed manual set the 128i convertible apart from the fixed-roof 1 Series models. Its 3.0L I6 makes 230 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque, routed through a six-speed manual to the rear wheels, and it returns 22 mpg combined. With the top up, the cabin stays quiet enough for conversation, but the convertible body adds weight that dulls the steering response a bit.
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Miles Overview
The 1 Series is BMW's entry-level model, a compact two-door that prioritizes driving fun over outright practicality. It's the rare small car that feels genuinely alive, with quick steering and a chassis that loves a back road. The ride is on the firm side, but that's the trade-off for how flat it stays through corners. Cabin space is snug, especially in back, and the trunk is modest, so think of it as a personal car rather than a family hauler. A power-folding soft top and the standard six-speed manual set the 128i convertible apart from the fixed-roof 1 Series models. Its 3.0L I6 makes 230 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque, routed through a six-speed manual to the rear wheels, and it returns 22 mpg combined. With the top up, the cabin stays quiet enough for conversation, but the convertible body adds weight that dulls the steering response a bit.
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6% APR for 72 months
*Estimated taxes and fees. All amounts reflect the dealership’s listing. DriversHub assumes no liability for omissions, inaccuracies, or non‑disclosed fees in dealer‑supplied pricing.
Negotiation Potential
87 days listed
More time on the market may make the dealer open to offers.
$1,301 price drop
The dealer has lowered the price 2 times.
9 active alternatives
Similar vehicles nationwide
Some alternatives are available, but choice is limited.
Ask Miles about this car, what it should cost, and how to handle the dealer.
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