VIDEO: BMW 1-Series Convertible in action

The 128i Convertible, which joins the new 1 Series Coupe going on sale in the spring of 2008, will be powered by BMW’s 3.0-liter, 230 horsepower inline six-cylinder engine generating 200 lb-ft of torque. Like its fixed-roof stablemate, the 128i Convertible will feature Valvetronic valvetrain management and aluminum/magnesium cylinder block construction—core elements of BMW’s EfficientDynamics.

The 135i Convertible, on sale later in 2008, features BMW’s twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine producing 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque from as low as 1,400 rpm. With its direct piezo gasoline injectors, twin low-mass turbochargers and air-to-air intercooler, optimum performance and economy is achieved with no loss in engine response. For the 135i Convertible, acceleration from 0-62 mph is accomplished in 5.6 seconds and top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph. Both engines feature on-demand engine coolant pumps that improve fuel economy and reduce parasitic losses for increased efficiency.

AgentOrange - 9/29/2007 8:33:20 PM

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Love it...

Larry - 9/29/2007 9:46:23 PM

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a star is born

EL34 - 9/29/2007 10:02:51 PM

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A beautiful convertible.

BMWM - 9/29/2007 10:49:34 PM

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I swear that car looks exactly like the 1 series that Automobile Magazine previewed in one of their issues in 2003 or 2004, it was on the front cover. Well, 4 or 5 years isn't too long, i guess...

EvoAudi - 9/30/2007 10:46:49 PM

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that is because you did, it was the BMW cs1 concept

zairnaim - 9/30/2007 11:15:50 AM

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i like the over all exterior disign of this car but i hate the headlights they look depressed

lexusis350 - 9/30/2007 10:24:35 PM

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I like the 1-Series. Not to crazy about the convertible, but it's a nice idea.