Is The BMW M140i A Modern Classic, Or Another Overrated German? (Hot Hatchback Talk)

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Today I'm asking the question - is the BMW M140i destined to be a cult classic? I lay down the case for the prosecution and the defence, but you're the jury, so let the comments commence!
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@inflatable2 4 года назад

Of course this will be a classic.. Brilliant 3.0L 6-inline turbo engine, RWD, manual option, all in a practical hatchback shape.. If you have one, hang on to it!

@Zwank36 4 года назад

I bought one, 3 months later dad bought one if that tells u anything.

@Mgoblagulkablong 4 года назад

Old 1-series was underrated, new 1-series, A3 and A-class are overrated.

@ashleymerritt9461 4 года назад

Will totally become a classic, especially considering what bimmer have done to the new 1 series!

@richardbaker696 4 года назад

Victims of 'pop and bang map' owners unfortunately

@PaulTC777 4 года назад

The 2005 BMW 130i hatchback is also a future classic, RWD 265hp 3000cc 6 cylinders

@simonh870 Год назад

It became a modern classic as soon as BMW decided to replace it with a generic 4 cylinder Golf R clone.

@jimmyhallatt 4 года назад

Definitely a future classic. Rwd & straight six turbo engine. More than likely, no other hatchback in the future with be like this car

@Holdeenio 4 года назад

I had a M140i for a year and it was, by far, my favourite engine. From my knowledge this was the first car launched with the B58 lump which is now in everything including the new supra. the S58 is a slightly tweaked version and this is in many of the new M cars... M3, X3M etc. Insurance and tax on the M140i in the UK is very attainable so for those without infinite pockets, getting this model is a very good way to get such insane performance. I live in the south east of england and rarely ever see another M140i; unlike say the Golf R, which every other "car guy" owns.

@godsgranddad 4 года назад

I can see it, they're very good cars, likely the best small car BMW are going to make for a very long time

@dominicrusho 4 года назад

Downsizing sucks. I remember when the 1 Series had a normally aspirated V12 under the bonnet. Screw you BMW

@willg94450 4 года назад

I've owned two M140i's, and they're superb. More torque than the pre-Comp M2's, and more usable as a daily. Not needing a daily anymore, I swapped my last one for a 2006 E46 M3. The point and shoot capability of the M140 far exceeds the M3's, but get the E46 on the right road, and it'll deliver you a far more connected and visceral experience. In years to come I'd love to have both in the garage! Thanks for the video JayEmm.

@ppzzeedd 4 года назад

No one gonna make a 6 cylinders not to mention RWD in this class anymore.

@hl236 4 года назад

I bought mine last year and perfected it by fitting and LSD, Birds Suspension and an underbody brace. It’s the ultimate B road and breaths beautifully over bumpy road. I love it!

@justingreaves8920 Год назад

Bought one last March and love it completely. That engine is just an absolute gem. No way I’m getting rid of it, it’s a keeper…

@harrirhys-jones4965 4 года назад

Great video. Worth noting to anyone looking into buying one of these, they make way more than 335/340hp quoted as standard. I bought mine in 2018, had it on a dyno last year making 369hp and I haven’t touched it. There are other videos on here where there making circa 360-370hp.

@spainter1985 4 года назад

These are utterly superb! If it's your only car it pretty much does everything!

@robbanjac5553 4 года назад

Absolutely these are gonna be an "enthusiast on a budget's" dream in the years to come although even out of the box they are a phenomenal package for the price along with the m135i it replaced. For me it raises the question of how much car is too much car as it is one thing looking on paper but another thing driving/owning and frankly they tick every box you could reasonably expect. It's a nice luxury useable daily with the drivetrain out of what would have been considered a high end sports car not so long ago. They have their flaws but so does every car. Having been out for a fast dry lap on the ring in a standard one I can confirm they grip really well and are predictable at the limit. Prices may be suppressed slightly by the full fat M cars but if that's a problem you're buying it for the wrong reasons imo

@JoeAchilles1 4 года назад

Great video mate! The original 2012/13 M135i will definitely be a modern classic in my opinion, such a game changer back then! Hopefully see you soon buddy!

@danielthomas2621 4 года назад

Never been a bimmer guy, I watch cos the journalism/ review is the best, i always expect excellent content and I'm never disappointed, cheers James...