2009 BMW 128i Base Convertible 2-Door 3.0L

Detailed item info Model OverviewBMW pioneered the "sports sedan" in the mid-1960s when it gave the world the 2002. and the Munich-based carmaker has built a strong reputation on furthering its pursuit of performance and practicality. The 1-Series is its newest offering. and the stylish coupe gives first-time buyers easy access to a great tradition. The 1-Series comes in two basic flavors--128i and 135i--with variation through options available on both cars. Both are rear-wheel drive. and the 128i (i for fuel injection) is powered by a 230-horsepower 3. 0L inline six-cylinder. The 300-horsepower 135i utilizes a twin-turbocharged version of that 3. 0L inline six. Both engines feature BMW's advanced electronic throttle control and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing. A 6-speed manual is standard on each car. while a 6-speed Steptronic automatic with steering-wheel paddle shifters is available. The 128i comes loaded with plenty of standard exterior features. including chromed exhaust tips. 17-inch alloy wheels. rain-sensing windshield wipers. dual power heated mirrors. and halogen fog lamps. Inside. eight-way adjustable front seats with two-way headrests are standard. as are power windows and locks. leatherette upholstery. a leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel with dynamic cruise and audio controls. and split fold-down rear seats. All 128i cars come with a power moonroof. automatic climate control with individual user recall settings. and a 10-speaker CD/MP3 stereo with auxiliary input jack. The twin-turbocharged. 300-horsepower 135i adds 18-inch wheels and a sport-tuned suspension. xenon adaptive headlights with auto leveling. a rear spoiler. and an aerodynamic kit. Options and packages available on the 1-Series include a Sport Package. which adds 17-inch performance wheels and tires. sport suspension. shadowline trim and sport seats. The Premium Package includes auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors. power front seats with driver memory. various wood and aluminum interior trims. a universal garage door opener and a choice of four interior leathers. Stand-alone options such as heated front seats. navigation with iDrive. premium sound and satellite radio systems. and rear park distance control are available. A Cold Weather Package adds a ski bag and heated front seats. On the 135i. the Sport Package includes an M steering wheel. Standard safety features on all 1-Series cars include run-flat tires with an air pressure monitor. stability control. four-wheel anti-lock brakes with dynamic brake control and brake drying. adaptive brake lights. dual-stage front air bags. front seat-mounted side-impact air bags. programmable daytime running lights and more. The 1-Series convertible bowed late in 2008. and continues on in 2009. Available in both 128i and 135i trims. it features a fully automatic soft top with heated rear glass and integrated defroster.