Last Drive BMW M135i *Mega Hatch* - The Car that started YouTube for me.

[@jbsound1]

Thanks for your reviews. Now I'm buying a 2015 pre LCI, auto, with 20.000 miles and hope will enjoy as much as you did these years.

[@GunzGonda]

😢 I bought my M135i LCI a bit over 6 months ago after a bit of research but mainly all your video’s. I’ve put about 25000km’s on it already and plan on keeping it till it dies. Love it!

[@Funkytubthumper1]

Thinking of goi g from my 335d touring to 135/140i seen. Want that petrol straight 6 sound and they look so much fun! Adaptive ✅ sunroof ✅ heated seats ✅ Thanks Joe, great help for me looking at listening to you

[@lankey16]

Joe, had my m135i 3 years and agree with everything you say in all your vids on the mlites. Convinced multiple others to get one in that time too. Understated riot I'll be sad when mine goes. Looking forward to your 140i

[@hbbenjaminleung]

Got my M135 because of you and Chris Harris. Enjoying every minute of it. Cheers Joe! great video, salute to your M-lite.

[@DavidYu2007]

Another great vid, it looked like you were getting a bit teary and emotional! I have to disagree about the manual 'box though. I had a manual M135i for 4 years and now a manual M140i and I love the gearchange. The essential mod is fitting the M Performance gearknob (as can be seen in one of my vids ;)) as I've done in both my M-Lites. Shorter, narrower and firmer carbon/Alcantar gearknob transforms the shift feel. Makes it shorter throw and more direct feeling. I would never have the auto, good as it is, but then again I don't live in London.

[@williamvarvari2864]

Awesome video Joe, you really conveyed to everyone how bloody awesome these cars are (it is hard to tell people how exhilarating these cars are if they haven't driven one). The experience is hard to put into words. Can't wait for the M140i pick up now (when is it)? Mum and dad picking ours up early Feb, boat in Aussie waters now making its way to us... slowly though (at least that is how it feels for me)

[@maka1967]

Nice vid. I bought an M135i after watching your vids and absolutely love it,the only option missing on it is the adaptive suspension,there were none about that I could afford at the time,and I don’t miss it,although never driven one,as it’s just great as it is. Looking forward to the 140i vids.

[@nickname1812]

Great sum up of a car never to be repeated at this level or price point.

[@JoeAchilles1]

Cheers Mark, you're totally right man! The M135 will always be a stand out model, probably one of the best packages BMW has ever produced!

[@TheJoesmoe1987]

Very true

[@15october91]

Sad to see it go, it was the reason I subscribed over 2 years ago.

[@JoeAchilles1]

Yeah sad times, excited about the next weapon though! Cheers

[@15october91]

Yes the new weapon is hopefully even better!

[@Ndizzle1337]

One thing I actually wish I had was passive. That along with hk but on those moments with the window down listening to that glorious soundtrack is a joy. What a car!

[@MadMacNYUK]

Thanks to you I bought my M135i LCI month ago and I love it! THANK YOU!

[@JoeAchilles1]

Great to hear Marek, guessing you love it haha :-)

[@MadMacNYUK]

I do but my wife said she will send you petrol bill! Hahaha!!! I'm loving it and I started recording as well kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXLCioOPdpWsj5o

[@darrenwalker830]

Superb real world reviews and the sole reason I bought an M135i myself.

[@jackw6045]

The Chris Harris videos and yours really sealed the deal for me getting mine.Coming up to a year of ownership and I could not think of a better daily.Cheers Joe!

[@olliemorgan974]

Like you say, end of an era but what an absolute bit of kit these M Lites are. Looking forward to seeing the M140!

[@jamie__simon]

Ive followed the life of VEL from start to finish. Will be sad to see it go, Amazing cars, thanks for taking time out your life to make these video's, there Great. I keep saying it but they are. Ive made the motech step forward a very small one but worth it. I will look forward to the future with your M140i.

[@GBFeb72]

You’re still the reason I’m in and enjoying my M140i 👍 can’t wait for your M140i clips to come

[@joshstreet3919]

Your M135/40i videos are the main reason I managed to persuade my dad to get an M140i Shadow in a fairly similar spec to your new car! They are so good, to be fair that goes for the 1 Series in general, I was lucky enough to be able to get a good offer on a 118i M Sport Shadow and I love it!

[@wadebeaumont5264]

I love my m135. Yes the auto makes more sense but I love my manual and have never regretted it. Glad your staying with the m lites.

[@markdaniels8487]

Joe I need to thank you for sharing your passion for all things BMW in particular M140i I have purchased mine and am living my dream of owning such a wonderful thrilling Machine I’m an avid viewer so thank you so much.I was so well informed when I bought my car thanks a lot to you and your knowledge. Mark

[@markrhoden68]

Wow I've only just found this video...brilliant. I brought my m140i because of many of your video's on the m135i and the later m140i. If only the new 2020 m135i car had 350hp......I guess the M2 comp was inevitable

[@chooselife3000]

One of my fav. channels seriously. Honest genuine guy +Joe Achilles

[@nath0987]

Cannot wait to see the M140 Joe. I have been in an M135i and they are so much a premium fast car, and one day I would like to hope I can afford to own one!

[@julianadams2206]

Really good video Joe, I agree with all of your comments. I've had my M135i manual for 3 years and was thinking of selling it until I watched your Motec feature. It made me re assess the virtues of the car and difficulty of getting more bang for buck without a big increase in the budget. The conclusion, The car is booked in with them next week for the Achillies spec M135i mods. I look forward to more great content from you when the M140 arrives.

[@martijnlangeveld817]

Thumbs up Joe! Thanx, and good luck with your M140i; looking forward to the reviews of that car, that will hopefully come soon!

[@bradgresham7730]

Picking up my 2016 m135i manual tomorrow mate buzzing !

[@M4rt_FX]

An aussie new owner of an M135i LCI here. Like your vids, really influential in my decision. Thank you Joe.

[@danielkelly3030]

I went from one car that had no adaptive to one that did and couldn’t tell too much difference at the time but then got my m140i and didn’t select the adaptive and boy I noticed it going from edc to non edc. Mine is a manual and although is ok I wish I went Auto but still I love my car! When the time is right i’ll Mod a couple bits! Enjoy Oz dude, I love it over there!

[@GeneralBritt]

Have all the fun with your new M140. Picked up my M240 in december and can't stop grinning. Cheers!

[@JoeAchilles1]

Haha great to hear man!

[@ashleyenion8128]

Jan Britt I love my 240 aswell! 7k miles in and still makes me smile! Even with the exhaust rattle (being sorted)

[@GeneralBritt]

i ordered mine with the MPE, so i didnt have to mess with those rattle sounds. Have fun with ur 6-pot. :)

[@matheonyo]

Ashley Enion Could you please share some more info about the exhaust rattle and what you did to fix it? Thank you

[@ashleyenion8128]

Marios The if you have Instagram add me on there ash_ae54ash I’ll explain on there mate

[@dalemurrell4062]

Another great video Joe, keep it up! Just over 3 months into my m140i ownership thanks to your videos and I have loved every second of it. Ended up taking the demo car rather than waiting for a new one, i couldn’t wait!

[@andrewmoorhouse687]

Spot on Joe as always. Not surprised there's a tear in the eye! Brilliant cars. Think you'll enjoy the B58 too though. They are more different than one being better than the other. All the best with the new motor

[@AronBell1]

It's great how much you love these cars! Can't wait for the M140i, I'm sure there'll be some great adventures with it. Enjoy your time in Oz!

[@foyst1484]

Thumbs up from me . If I sold my mk7 GTI would look at getting one of these . Can't wait to see your new wheels 👌

[@jamesreilly8455]

Brilliant again Joe👏👏 I hadn't really considered the m135/40 until I found your channel. Really hope to own one in the next couple of years. Enjoy your trip and look forward to seeing the new car soon👍

[@lordmas2099]

I also took your advice and looked for a car with the adaptive and i am glad i did. The car is so comfy in comfort mode. I have had no random steering issues when going over bad roads. The A12 for example near Witham has an awful road surface, yet this bmw just glides over it, i was really surprised.

[@strongerandwiser2023]

Another excellent video mate. Keep them coming fella! Its sad to see it go but hey... Look whats replacing it. Its an upgrade !

[@rowleda1]

Even though I am getting a Golf R on Friday I think the M lites are truly amazing cars and I actually put a deposit on a m140i (long story to why I didn’t go ahead with it) Looking forward to the new videos in the m140i!!!!

[@Tight--LiNeZ]

xHP your ZF8 box, to stage 2-3. Makes the shifts (especially with the paddles) so much faster, faster than DCT and especially on the down shift. Makes the zf8 even better and I no longer miss a manual, as you can drive triptronically, like a sequential, forward for down a gear, back for up. If you want you can even pretend you're pressing a clutch with your foot on the rest. xHp makes that mode way better too.

[@icebreakertech]

If I had the money I would also go for the M140i, it's the perfect fun daily. It has great looks, quality, speed, practicality and still has the fun factor.

[@cdpower123]

Great vid joe, Looking forward to you getting the M140, I’m hoping to join the owners club soon..

[@topper45]

You have a thumbs up from me, Joe. I enjoy your videos a lot. On the subject of adaptive, I bought a 240i in Sept with this but still hated the pogo effect on A & B roads. Following some research on the internet, I found that KW offer DDC coilovers to replace the stock suspension and the best bit is that they're completely plug&play with the adaptive button. And they made a huge improvement to the ride & handing too. Mine were sourced & fitted by R-Tec in St Albans FWIW.

[@v1ktos]

Your videos made my decision to pick up a M135i very easy and I absolutely love it. Enjoy the new one !!

[@dickie8184]

Cheers Joe. Looking forward to seeing the 140 being driven.

[@cjcronin1000]

Sad to see this go! This was in the first of your videos I ever saw and was what pushed me into buying my own M135i! Looking forward to seeing the M140 when it arrives

[@scottwatkins91]

Top vid Joe, love that you cover attainable cars for most of us.

[@kobbetop]

I gave this video a thumbs up and urge other people to do so too! It’s a shame the new 1-series will be FWD but I guess that doesn’t matter to most buyers these days. I heard that they did a survey and most 1-series owners didn’t even know the car is rear wheel drive...

[@deanherbert4613]

Thanks for all the videos Joe on the M135, you were partly the reason I bought one and will be looking to mod shortly. All the best

[@chrishargreaves6678]

Love your videos Joe, BMW should be paying you mate as I'm sure you've pushed a fistful of sales their way ! Ive had a 230i for two years and your vids were the reason I test drove the 140i....... I loved it.....then I tested the 240i and loved that even more lol..... I was happy with my 230 but you've just cost me 40 odd grand for a new loaded 240i that I'll be picking up in March.....can't wait and I'll be sure to wave at you out my rear window if I ever spot you on the road again lol. Keep the vids coming mate, even though you make me spend money...your vid on your petrolhead tour got me looking into doing one this year....your make for expensive viewing Joe !!!

[@bambychoi9366]

Joe really is the most comprehensive journalist when it comes down to real life reviews for BMW products. Honestly you’re up there with Harris for levels of inspiration and have definitely contributed to my decision to buy an M140i Joe, quick question. When does the replacement M140i come to market? The reason I ask is that I’ll be in the market for the current M140i towards the back end of this year and wondered if it was best to hunt to PCP deals on this model as they start to fade it out for a better deal?

[@SenszR]

Bamby Choi same

[@andrewmoorhouse687]

Current thinking in the automotive press seems to be mid 2019 for the new 1. It's unusual for the M lites to be the first to be released, so you must be talking end 19 maybe early 2020. There are pictures of them testing now though, so I may be wrong. A full on M version likely 1 or 2 years after that I suspect. That would fit in with BMW's 7 year life cycle for it's models, with a LCI (restyle/update) at the half way mark. They rarely stray from this for the core model ranges.

[@bambychoi9366]

Andrew Moorhouse Thanks for the reply. So really this time next year would be a good time to seriously think about buying the current model.

[@dannyhawki22]

Love it joe great video 👍👍👍 you’re the reason why I bought a m135i look forward to the m140 vids 😆 think my favourite time was the car going round the Nürburgring! 100% right about adaptive suspension is a must

[@simonnelson7770]

As a direct result of watching your vids I bought a brand new M240 which I collected 3 weeks ago and I'm loving every single second I'm in it. Didn't even mind Monday morning traffic this morning. I'd like to do the Motech mods but I'm too worried about the warranty, maybe when the rattly exhaust happens I might get an M performance one.

[@masaishimitsu4010]

Very much enjoyed on your V-log on M135i but really looking forward to a new V-log on your new M140i, hopefully very soon!

[@kmcg674]

Hi Joe, although I'd already ordered my M135i by the time I discovered your channel I used your videos to plug the gap to delivery! As discussed on twitter I'm looking to replace mine in the next 12 months with a used 15/65 plate Cayman on a manual, that's the standard of car necessary to really improve on this little rocket (not on pace though). Looking forward to seeing the M140 series and your planned improvements. Whilst the M2 was a casualty of the situation you mention your followers (and you?) really benefited from your then relentless focus on the channel and its great to see it going from strength to strength.

[@grahamgardner2508]

Great video Joe, it's a sad day yi see your m135 go, you forgot to add how much you inspired others to get into KZbin videos and bmw cars.... Inspiring videos keeping it real and honest. 👍 Cheers

[@andyjackson9313]

Another great video Joe. Sad to see it go and e joyed your videos. Sadly, a second baby saw my M135i go and get replaced by an A6 Estate. Watching this video brings a tear to my eye. They are brilliant little cars and better than the A45 and RS3's pound for pound in my opinion. Enjoy the new M140. Interesting to hear your comments about the drama of the old N55 engine over the B58.

[@broj3706]

Joe, another superb video mate. As many people have many times, your videos/reviews are the reason I bought my M140i. Looking forward to seeing what your channel brings in 2018. Keep up the great work mate. Brian.

[@andyc8404]

Joe, brilliant video mate. Love my '13 BMW M135 but also glad its on michelins! Keep up the great content

[@theoldfoolstheoldfools9997]

👍👍👍 Awesome car with some quality content👌 Lookin forward to your m140 vids man, Wish i coulda bought the m135 from ya! Keep up the awesome work bud your content is mint 👊

[@JoeAchilles1]

Cheers man, thank for taking time to watch it all! Looking forward to new adventures in 2018 :-)

[@malcolm4721]

Great Video as always Joe. Your other videos and reviews are what convinced me to order my M140i (very similar spec to you coincidentally) which also arrives in March. Hope you enjoy your trip down our way and can't wait to see the videos of your 140i when you get back.

[@garymurdoch2822]

Yet another top class, entertaining and honest video. Have to agree mate my only regret was buying my 140i without the adaptive suspension, that aside it’s only used at weekends as my Toy so not really a major issue. Thanks Joe, looking forward to seeing future reviews on the new 140i

[@GeneralmoffblogsBlogspotmoffvs]

Brilliant video Joe. I wouldn’t say I was a BMW fan, but I love some of the M cars which they are bringing out. I think the M5 is awesome and you’ve now definitely brought my attention to the BMW lite segment - rear wheel drive cars are something special. Maybe I’ll bump into you at Goodwood this year. Have a successful January!

[@chrissengland]

Thumbs up! Let's hope for a double in subscribers in 2018. Looking forward to the journey with the shadow. As always, a honest quality video 👏👏👏👊

[@carllynch8798]

I need to take a 140i for a test drive ! A lot of car for not so much money. Great vid as always bud

[@M3UMH]

Great video Joe, been following your content from the beginning. Looking forward to seeing the new 140i.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Sad to see this one go, but looking forward to the first video of the M140i!

[@jamienicholson7004]

Been following since day one, your videos get better every time. I can't afford a 135 but i have a manual 120d. I must say my manual box is like silk, but the car has 37k on it! Bizarre how long it takes for these to loosen up.

[@Idutchman]

Great video. I purchased my M140i LCI2 (4 months of ownership now) due to your video's and even when you had the Estoril Blue M135i. I unfortunately have to add to the 'common problems' is the infamous door creaking. My M140i creaks like mad. Doorubbers been replaced 2x but no solution. If you google it, it is also a common problem. Otherwise, solid car! Can't wait to see you review the M140i!

[@JoeAchilles1]

Great to hear man, thanks for your support! Ohh yeah, I've heard about the squeaky seals, I will report back on that once I have my new one. Cheers man

[@ivo8934]

clean the rubbers with degreaser + use no silicon based products on the rubbers.... since E46 BMW's the rubbers start creaking when they had contact with silicon (cleaning product).

[@Idutchman]

Yep, I know. I use the BMW anti silicone products that gave me after every (hand) wash. My car sleeps inside and is really well taken care of. The seals are mint clean but problem persists. Car goes back to dealer tomorrow and will probably get the Teflon tape treatment.

[@Idutchman]

Very curious to see. You ordered the 3rd or 5dr? Problem seems to only be with the 5dr models.

[@ivo8934]

I have the 5 doors... in summer the rubbers squeaked loud, i hated it while driving the car. I cleaned the rubbers twice with "dreft" and lubricated with glycerine: problem was solved in my case. When cleaning the car (open door), use only water: many shampoos contain silicon.

[@groovymotion5706]

I loved the videos of your M135 since we don't have 1 series in Canada other than the X1, which is new. Speaking of roads in the UK, you should see the Canadian roads, you can hide a VW Beetle in the potholes! :D

[@alanbutterfield8057]

Hi Joe, great video can’t wait for your new M140 but also I would love to see a review on your new BMW 740 LD that’s a stunning machine and I would love to hear more about that Car. Best wishes Alan B

[@lordmas2099]

I got my 135i LCI because of your videos :) I have the auto and you are right... on the motorway if i set cruise control at 70 the revs are so low that it could get over 40mpg on the motorway eaaaaasy. Im going for a 150 mile trip next week so i am going to reset all the mpg logs and see what mpg i can get :)

[@csopr]

Fabulous video Joe. Enjoyed that.👍🏻

[@chriscrookes8793]

Love to see you video a Birds B1 equipped car in comparison to the adaptive. Supposed to be a well sorted set up. Nice video and love the M-Lights too.

[@tan9640]

I will have one of these... your videos really pushed me to getting a bmw... a 120d at that aha, insurance problems, but I will one day get a inline 6 rear wheel drive bmw

[@Helium_Hunter]

6:39 lmao, always laugh at the back and fourth between you two. Great video as always

[@peterharris7862]

Sad to see it go mate but at the same time can't wait to see what you get up to in the m140i 1 series you either love them or hate them personally I love them 👊

[@Jim-jw8gb]

I got rid of my M135i after 18 months of ownership and 8 years with the bmw brand due to the exhaust rattle on cold start and bmw not being able to offer me a fix, not to mention shocking customer services! Now moved over to Audi.

[@CarObsession]

Great video, I look forward to watching you M140i collection video.

[@adr0110]

That “Starrrrrnce”!!

[@Tefloncoated]

That Chris Harris video inspired me to buy one as well. Great car with stage 2 and lowered.

[@MikeRidesBikes-1]

Great video joe, your videos have made me swap my 2015 118d to a m140i shadow edition, got plenty of extra’s in it, but from your reviews I’ve gone with the adaptive suspension as well. Should be here 2 week of feb! Big power difference from a 118d 😂 Looking forward to your new reviews on the M140i! Have a good holiday 👍🏻

[@mistermister8593]

Good job as always Joe. Funny you should mention the Porsche 4 pot. I've just sold my 140i after 13 months and 4k miles. I use the car solely as a weekend toy. The 140 was excellent, but to me as a weekend item the Porsche just looks a little more special. Just a shame it's lost it's singing voice. Sound a bit Subaru like now, But it still goes well. 👍

[@andrewmoorhouse687]

I sold my M235i for a Cayman GTS last year. I'm now driving a M240i! I appreciate what you say, that the Porsche feels more special. I thought it was a real event every time I drove it (especially with the NA flat six) and the control weights are perfect, but honestly, as a road car, I prefer the Beemer. It's handling is much more progressive. In the Porsche, once it goes, it just spins on you. The BM's far more comfortable, useable and 'under the radar' as well as being faster and much cheaper.

[@tomallan2807]

I have a white one red interior mind love it to bits

[@TheProrider17]

The 135 will be missed, but bring on the 140! Great video as always Joe 👍🏼

[@jacobwarr]

I'm dreading the day BMW stick a 4 pot unit in this thing, and lose the RWD. Long live the 6 pot! Great video, you've gained a lifelong subscriber.

[@batman291]

It will be missed.

[@b52cardiff27]

I hear Ricky (LLF) has been promised a go in the M140i; hopefully we won't soon be having a video : - last drive M140i ;) I actually didn't like a M135i on my extended test drive, back in 2013, but I respect their place in modern automotive culture and thoroughly enjoy all your videos on them, as indeed I'm confident I will enjoy your videos on the new one.

[@wb20_a90]

Liked this one..very honest about everything behind the M2! Don’t move back to London tho 😫🤦🏾‍♂️💔

[@JoeAchilles1]

Always honest, too much bullshit on KZbin already. Let see what the next 6 months brings ;-)

[@marcjaffrey81]

About to sell mine - feel similar. Amazing car - ex BMW press car, somebody will love it. Heavy heart.

[@JoeAchilles1]

Good to hear you agree Marc, probably one of the greatest packages on sale in the past 10 years

[@nayernosseir8092]

Thumbs up (for your algorithms :)) and nice video again mate, I do miss my M135i, and may consider an Xdrive M140i in the future, will wait till a review of those is out on your stream (when they come out that is)

[@realtorque]

Another entertaining video mate! Bring on the m140i!

[@kramnam4716]

V interesting! Been considering a m140 .. thx

[@matrobroberts916]

Nice one joe looking forward to maybe the 7 series drive video.

[@christiantrnqvist1575]

Thx for all the feedback and comments on the M135. It is the reason i have a black M135 outside my door :)

[@smilly9]

Looking forward to the video featuring the new M140i Shadow Edition.

[@Dani-hl3xu]

you should try an awd 140. For some reason bmw wont sell those in the uk. And in case you are worried about not being able to go sideways anymore trust me that is not the case.

[@td8552]

Hey Joe great video like all you made :) I have to admit, although i´m a huge Mercedes-Fanboy and also like the A-Class a lot i always couldn´t get it why the third generation wasn´t made as a coupe-version. That´s why i love the 1series, it looks great and the bigger engines are having a manual which is really cool :) Do you like the prefacelift version more or the current one? Btw at the IAA last year i met the guy who was in charge for the colours in the 80´s and 90´s of BMW, he gave them their names and it ended me talking to him almost 20 minutes about that time and he was such a humble and nice guy :D

[@Meadie69]

I prefer the old arse-end too. Enjoy the new one, I look forward to the future vids...

[@BestCarSound]

Noticed nice Rapide at the end. Any possibility of a closer look, filming? And congrats! Long live the M140i!

[@PetrolheadTours]

Another cracking video Joe. Well, it was until i heard myself on the radio right at the end there :-D

[@stevecole1984]

Nice sans shades Vid!!!! First time I have seen you without them (I am new to your channel)