BMW 1M - is this the best M car ever made?

[@GlennsCarCollection]

Yes, it is the best M car ever made and one of my favorite cars period. I’ve had mine for 5 years. I’ve had 100 cars and this is in my top 3 and I have owned many M cars, several E46 M3’s, E90 M3, M2, Z3 M coupe, etc.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Great to hear

[@khaitran4030]

what is your top 3 Glenn?

[@mso008]

You two are so much fun to watch, informative and entertaining! Quickly becoming my favourite car channel!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thank you very much

[@euroshark1]

I waited for Jason to say "It's a proper pocket rocket" Nice to see you spotlight a BMW for a change. You gents are becoming my favorite "Car Guys"

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks,, George

[@touringteg]

I just bought a 1M in Canada last month. I am enjoying every minute so far.

[@dee1251]

got one too in Canada, traction always off :P

[@chadmackie]

I'm looking in Canada, how much did you pay?

[@chadmackie]

@@dee1251 How much are these going for in Canada?

[@touringteg]

Check craiglist Vancouver BC There are two for sale right now. A black one was at Corcars dealership in Vancouver BC and sold on bringatrailer recently for another price point. This one is $58k CAD ($44k USD): vancouver.craigslist.org/van/cto/d/vancouver-2011-bmw-1m-1-series-coupe/6940859326.html

[@dee1251]

@@chadmackie it depends obviously on condition and km. I would say anywhere between 50-60+

[@simonmark9387]

Your videos started at a good standard and they just keep getting better! Absolutely brilliant.. Cheers guys

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks, Simon

[@cmarnold78]

@@TheCarGuysTV Yep, the on screen chemistry just gets better and better. Just really fun to watch.

[@amospizzey1]

I had a CSL All time great drivers car and BEAUTIFUL

[@danofficial117]

Probably my favourite KZbin channel to watch, never bored and always wanting more

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks, Dan

[@karlx19]

Bulged arches - why I loved my Integrale

[@karlx19]

@@jep1912 Yep, mine was from Walkers too ;)

[@mikescott4008]

E82 platform is such a great looking car. Miss my 135i version which had LSD etc fitted. Ultimate BMW M car for me the 1M.

[@popsbubbles1242]

Guys I have a very valid complaint Not enough video's Great content keep em coming 👍

[@TheCarGuysTV]

😂😂😂 we’re trying 2 a week but to keep the quality it’s going to be hard to sustain

[@mananjoshi1289]

TheCarGuys.TV yeah quality above quantity.... Love your video so much... 😍😍

[@mohammadrasoulfard-habibi3066]

You guys are smashing it. Cheers.

[@cmarnold78]

I have a 9 week old golden retriever puppy at the moment... the comment about a puppy knocking the tea out of my hand made my morning coffee come out of my nose :)

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Mission accomplished

[@antj29]

I like to think my 130i is a baby M car , with an after market LSD it still costs A tenth of the 1m has better brakes ( off the 135i which had 6! Pots yet the 1m got awful brakes ) a little bit less power but a much sweeter 6 cylinder . I’m not ever getting rid of it

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Good for you

[@nickrichardson7451]

I loved the first 30mins of my test drive on a frosty November day when this was new. The Main dealer salesman suggested I drive down an untreated lane to a garden-centre to turn round. He required that I drive at no more than 7mph to do this & was clearly very concerned that I might exceed this low speed!! After I left the dealership I returned home & took a 1983 two-door Saab 99 GL 2-litre coupe back down the same frosty lane at 60mph with no trouble. So I saved myself the £40k and still have the Saab which in winter out performed the 2-door BMW 1M coupe! On a dry summer’s day the BMW 1M might be great. But you do need an old Saab for wet or frosty days! I love your videos!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Nick Richardson I’d kill for low-ish mileage Saab 900 Turbo 2 door

[@Techjunkiero]

I don’t think the wheels look oversized at all. They fit perfectly and this is probably my favorite M car after the M3 E46 CLS.

[@palethorpe01]

Always been a huge fan of the 1M. And I was going say that a new set of tyres may help sort the traction issues, but Jason beet me to it.

[@gamingprohacks4790]

car guys have killed it with the production quality its getting better and better

[@TheCarGuysTV]

👍👍

[@padraigg9508]

You two lads are becoming essential watching. I really enjoy your videos. Entertaining and humorous in a smart manner,,,,,,,,I love it.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Great stuff - thanks for watching

[@curtisholt7291]

Loved this video review guys so much fun. Joyfully done. Grrreat....

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks

[@yukiotakata]

This will be a future collectible,right size,right engine,short production numbers,manual gearbox(which means no lagged pad shifting auto trans),no highly complicated engine that burns oil. Buy a manual one and keep it clean.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Good plan

[@touringteg]

Agreed. I am not just saying that because I bought a 1M last month :D

[@yukiotakata]

@@touringteg Its a good catch! now avoid showing off,stay away from light poles,guardrails and walls. M Bmers have the habit to wake up the Douche inside us.

[@E92M3Guy]

Glad you both liked it, you can buy an alcantara steering wheel for them from the BMW performance catalogue along with a host of carbon fibre bolt ons . You should compare it to my E92 M3 interlagos blue " Only 313 RHD cars built in this colour " and a fraction of those with the competition pack option. 4 litre , V8 , 414hp and revs to 8300rpm ," international engine of the year " 2008, 09, 10, 11 and 2012 ! . Mine is the preferred DCT gearbox .. ( not the clunky SMG of old that ruins the CSL ) . Mine also has the identical M359 wheels and tyres . These really are the last of the analogues. 👍👍

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Nice car!

[@barryhowie3]

You guys hit the nail on the head with this car. Currently been driving my 1m as a daily driver for over 2 years and it never fails to put a smile on my face. Only thing I disagree on is your choice in colour. Black is definitely the best colour optuon

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Doesn’t black hide all those bulges and curves though?

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Doesn’t black hide all those bulges and curves though?

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Doesn’t black hide all those bulges and curves though?

[@barryhowie3]

Far from it , makes it look more aggressive in my opinion

[@theusefulchannel]

One of the best BMWs ever made and thank you for a great review of it.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Glad you liked it!

[@stephenlane9127]

Another blindingly good video guys, really enjoyed it! Great pocket rocket! A fantastic addition to the collection.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks

[@terryboy1235]

Brilliant video love your input and funny quips ! Top Review 💚👍

[@jorgejefferson8251]

the only BMW that i have ever lusted after

[@chgofirefighter]

Such a beautiful machine…

[@JasonMilner]

This may have been your best video yet. Love the camera falling off at 14:01

[@concretec0w]

Smashing, my little pumpkins :) keep em comin!!!

[@wearewaves3106]

Fantastic! Thanks guys. Very fun to take out on windy roads. *Damien was very polite, (thank you, lol)

[@moogsta16]

What an underated car- I have always been blinkered towards the M3 & M5. Nice stop Jason when Damian said he has never owned an M car, it made me chuckle. Is there a space in the car guys garage for an M car... Great video as always guys, you work really well together to share your opinions & experience with the viewer. I am happily subscribed 👍

[@TheCarGuysTV]

There’s definitely space for an M car or two. Thanks for subscribing - welcome to the channel

[@nathanbarnes7179]

Top job guys, my favourite you tube channel.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

👍👍👍

[@davidkennedy1077]

This is a proper car channel for proper car fanatics, I love it gents!!! You two were on form, some fantastic banter flying about. I also now desperately want a BMW 1M!!! I hate to admit that I didnt even know about this car, I thought that BMW had never done a M in the 1 series. Now I know, i HAVE to get one!!!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Glad you liked it, David. Thanks for your kind words. And yes, you should 100% get one 👍

[@touringteg]

It's a great car. Try to drive one if you can.

[@davidkennedy1077]

@@touringteg I would love one, but I thought I'd misheard the £40,000 price tag but no. I checked online and was astonished to see them going for that kind of money. No doubt that value will only rise, so it'll no doubt have to remain a dream.

[@davidd4531]

I have always lusted over the 1M. It’s probably along the E46 M3 and the Z3M coupe the only M car I would own. It just feels right. Your video has confirmed what I though of this car. Thanks for a great vid! It is a shame that BMW was not able to continue the good trend that started with this car on the M2. The only downside of the 1M is that I could not afford one when new, and will never be at this rate.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

We’ve not driven an M2 yet so we can’t compare. Glad you liked the episode.

[@touringteg]

If you are willing to buy one with miles they are under 40k USD I like to be able to drive as much as I want so I usually buy with stories or mileage.

[@Max-Bliss]

Ohhh yes @ 5:06 ! Watches aside, your car vids, really are the best car vids, thank you.

[@nickb-]

Great review guys. Not sure why your traction control is coming on quite so often? I've had a 1M since new (2011) and while traction control comes on regularly, your car seems excessive. I'm suspecting that the tyres may be an issue? Try a new set of Pilot Sport 4S. (And by the way, the series 1 SMG in the CSL is absolutely awful . . . don't do it)

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Yes we think it’s tyres too

[@chriswetz1638]

5:44 - let me tell you a little secret - not that one - oh, that was close 😅 SO funny 😂

[@ACOUPER100]

That one is great value, best price I’ve seen on a sub 20k mile 1M in years

[@TheCarGuysTV]

It’s a great price - and it’s now available again due to the prev buyer not proceeding

[@ACOUPER100]

TheCarGuys.TV I’m wanting to sell mine so don’t like to see prices like this! You should go for it, depreciation proof at that price

[@shaughnmcgurk9380]

Schwarzenegger’s speedos, horse feeding, stabbed rats and Dr Who. Then you chuck in a Benny Hill ‘so shocked I had to stop the Car’ moment. We’re at Carry On Driving levels of hilarity. Thanks for brightening another Saturday morning. Informative and entertaining. Great car. Reminds me of my Dad’s M3 Evo, the first ‘fast’ car I ever got to drive.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

👍👍

[@dannynino3528]

“Like Schwarzenegger in speedos” what a great line

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks, Danny

[@antonygriffiths6764]

Great vid guys. I’ve got an e46 M car, but, driven the 1M and I agree with nearly all your comments. Yes, the 1M is very excitable and especially so on wet B roads. It’s more chuckable than the e46. In fact, it would be a great drift car if it wasn’t so valuable. It’s quicker than the e46 but the 4.0 e92 M3 is quicker still and equally great to drive. I would love to see and hear your thoughts on the new M2 Competition, as it’s supposed to be the real successor to the 1M and the e46 M3. Cheers...

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks, Antony - glad you liked it

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks, Antony - glad you liked it

[@Gkuljian]

When I think of bulges my first thought is Nigella Lawson. Can't go wrong with bulges. And twin turbos.

[@Richz2]

Just looked at their stock.... some lovely cars available!

[@emadqurnfulah4760]

l like the car guys show, new information, cars analysis and more. can we see in the future one episode about the super Japanese cars

[@TheCarGuysTV]

We’ll see what we can do

[@davidjack3]

Great review

[@andydayes6624]

As ever, fantastic video, gents. And what a car. That N54 engine is so tuneable as well - you can easily, safely and cheaply get another 100 hp and 100 lb/ft out of it with an ECU flash, less restrictive downpipes, bigger intercooler, etc. But save up for a bigger tyre budget as lack of traction becomes even more of an issue. Jason, I’m loving the Sea-Dweller 43mm at 5:05.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Andy Dayes Thanks, great tips on engine tuning - that’s definitely what we’d do

[@SCDC-Channel]

EPIC car

[@AlexandreBR77]

Best coupe M ever !!!

[@yodabatface]

Really good video lads, you two plus Petrol Ped instead of that cricketer and the other two 👍👍

[@TheCarGuysTV]

👍👍

[@augustuspatrone6790]

Would be good to see a CSL to compare both.

[@paulcollins5820]

Hey guys I’m new to your videos I must say I enjoyed watching them this morning. I am an M240i owner so I particularly enjoyed this video. I don’t really have the money for a full on M car as I need my car to also be my daily I wonder what you think the main differences are between this and my car?

[@thisisrob8750]

11:08 keep your eyes on the road bicyclists on road as well

[@TheCarGuysTV]

It's not a live stream, Robin

[@paulw5822]

A good review, did I miss the conclusion as to whether it will actually take a place in your garage now or in the future? I don't see these shooting up in price, but it's still a safe place to spend your money and have some fun.

[@simoncoulson1]

Love your videos guys. Always on the mark. This one made me chuckle as, here in Spain, for 4 weeks anyway, the roads are as smooth as the proverbial baby's bot... when I saw you both bouncing about, wrenching backs etc, I thought, yep.. British cr*p roads... keep it up. 458 spider owner.

[@mrlv8126]

Good video guys..👌🏻👍🏻

[@jrbuch]

Yeah, I'd buy one of these over an E46 M3 CSL. The gearbox in the CSL is the biggest drawback and a stark reminder of how far we've come technology-wise. BMW should have fitted a manual to it.

[@93455Driver]

Awesome shot of the 1 M going by what I think was a MkII Jag.

[@alanwayte1688]

Great quality and content as always...it’s a car I owned for a year and sold for £10k mark up...but I do absolutely regret selling it...I would rather have tucked it away in the garage for the future when everyone has gone Electric and scare the Grandchildren.... I have owned an M4 for two years...people have said that M4 gosh to much torque...don’t you find it a real handful always losing traction and the rear end...after the 1M it feels like a 4x4

[@alexmartinez280]

E92 M3 is the best M car ever made, period. Test pipes and tune unleashes the beast. Driving with DCS off is really the first “mod” and the one that lets the driver and the car meet and open the door for the two to grow together. The S65 is the emerald heart and what the 1M will always come up short on. Driving with DSC on cuts throttle and give the underpowered feeling just to mask the drivers limit. This passing of the buck to the car is a crime and needs to be brought to light so that the weak link driver can humble himself and improve his skill set. The 1M is not light weight even though it’s small and another reason the e92 M when lightly spec’d is a better car. Everything else on the 1M is fantastic I have to say. All owners are fortunate to have such a great car. Time will be the truth teller as far as the greatest Mcars, I just give my personal opinion.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

And a valued opinion it is too 👍

[@touringteg]

From the short time I had E92 M3 and now 1M, I prefer the S65 but prefer the size of the 1M.

[@alexmartinez280]

Ian that shorter wheel base I can bet is an awesome treat. Swap an S65 and ride into the sunset when you feel it’s time. We are sonic beings so sound is everything. Enjoy your awesome car my friend!

[@alexmartinez280]

TheCarGuys.TV Your channel is highly valued to me so thank you guys for creating such great content for us car lovers.

[@touringteg]

@@alexmartinez280 So true. The sound is something electric cars lack and why a Model 3 does not excite most enthusiasts. I would certainly do S65 should the N54 give up. Cheers!

[@crgmrgn]

Fresh set of modern Michelins (PS4s) if you intend normal road use and easy swap of the suspension out for a nice set of Ohlins adjustables and it'll both smooth the ride a little and give a bit more composure whilst seriously improving the traction. All round about the best, most cost-effective mods you can make and all of about 3-4hrs work.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Top tips

[@jameslatimer1432]

A lot of bmw dont have OIL light on DASH this m1 is the same looks like freez frame at 13:45 no LIGHT to be seen ,ENJOY

[@ianmason3040]

Hi Guys, please tell me you bought it. I tried to convince my dad that an E46 M3 CSL (18000 miles, never been tracked, £29500) would be a good investment, but he wouldn't listen. I was just blagging it and didn't even realize what an investment it would turn out to be, Doh. (Probably would've put in hedge backwards anyway).

[@Vortex]

I’d love to get one of these!

[@tobywilliams7803]

Yes. Period. Dinan and M Performance Parts make it perfect.

[@Lukec4ge]

Another cool vid guys, thanks. But please get your facts straight. The E46 M3 CSL is actually LIGHTER, at 1385kg. It's gearbox is the SMG 2. Sorry to geek out 😉👍🏾

[@DjNikGnashers]

This ^ Was about to post the same, good post.

[@bunnyhive]

should test out the new M2c too

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Yep

[@mattfisher3514]

Buy it.... future classic..do it... do it now

[@TheCarGuysTV]

👍

[@brianhimmelman420]

Do you guys still have the brilliant GT3 Touring?

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Of course - 10,000 miles on it now

[@jordizee]

Just checking..You did say Huge Cogs slamming together....and not what I thought you said?

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Cogs

[@TheCarGuysTV]

😂😂😂😂

[@jordizee]

@@TheCarGuysTV phew!! 🥒😓

[@mikenorris5378]

Great video, great car! At that price it sounds like a great buy.

[@Bluenose372]

It’s normally Damian wincing in the passenger seat as Jason gives it the beans, today with DSC off Jason was the man doing the wincing. Spinning into 3rd gear what a hoot. Did you buy it chaps?

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Considering. It is still for sale - prev deal fell through

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Considering. It is still for sale - prev deal fell through

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Considering. It is still for sale - prev deal fell through

[@ubonrat8653]

I always thought they were bug eyed and square but in time it has grown on me, great video guys Good to see Beanage is back 👍🏻

[@TheCarGuysTV]

The Beanage never left 👍

[@TheCarGuysTV]

The Beanage never left 👍

[@edwri9759]

Lovely Sea-Dweller 👌🏻 the cars great too!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

👍👍

[@kevinsoo633]

Is there a 4 door version?

[@jameslatimer1432]

Why can't Jeremy Clarkson James May and the Midget make nice videos like this where they test drive and talk about the car car and not smashing up cars blowing up engines and burning out tyres good job we got Joey from Friends love top gear now ps Jeremy was really good years ago I don't know what happened in the last 10 years he just fell to a bits, like a rag doll being slowly pulled to pieces buy a 17 year old dog with no teeth

[@jameslatimer1432]

Stability control problem BMW X6 got round it by putting a high TECHNOLOGY software all in a Little Black Box next to your battery in the boot

[@kolifun]

From my point of view 1M has only one drawback.... it's not DSG as I can't drive manuals. I love it, one day I'll get one.

[@kolifun]

@J BUnless you're not able to drive manuals. I use break/gas hand controls, so DSG would be my choice.

[@USMANKYOUSAFZAI]

Please do the csl

[@TheCarGuysTV]

It’s on the list

[@mattylf1]

As a former E46 M3 owner, got to say this looks a lot of fun and you can see why prices are so good. Only thing that bugs me about BMW these days, is that they stick M badges on anything as a trim level these days. Good review guys 👍

[@douglasf13]

BMW has been sticking M badges on non-fully M cars since the M535i 40 years ago.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

And it’s very wrong

[@touringteg]

Couldn't agree more Dilutes the M brand.

[@ftlaud911]

Great car. Was the blueprint for the M2 which I would take over it IMHO. I think the e46 and e39 are the two best. E92 was too bloated, but hell of an engine. 1M is still a great car though.

[@m2kev789]

Hi Guys - Great Video thanks! Everyone should have an M Car in their life - 😁😃

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Yes they should

[@FenderUsa]

Brill vid as usual/ You guys have to try an E46 CSL!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Definitely

[@DjNikGnashers]

Now that IS a fabulous looking car, with a brilliant engine, and brilliant balance. Unlike the ugly dumpy 1M.

[@daveb5211]

It's just a great looking car. How is it so heavy? Where's all the weight??

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Yes we can’t work it out either

[@Dan-wz9tr]

Great car not sure about the colour tho......started the modern classic movement........worth up the list after 12 months nuf said....nice choice for a review car guys !

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Thanks

[@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab]

Loved this Vid. One of your best...Great car, maybe a bit too stiff for me, but if you my neighbour, I would have ENVY! 👍🏻😬

[@TheCarGuysTV]

👍👍

[@jameslatimer1432]

I read a story about m1 guys buys worst nightmare of his life cost him a fortune and used to eat the TYERS all round i think is WAS smashed and repaired badly cool vid boys

[@DjNikGnashers]

Did you mean 1M ? The M1 was a mid engined supercar, much better looking than this ugly thing.

[@stevesas632]

Just bought one 2 days :)

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Congrats 👍

[@USMANKYOUSAFZAI]

1M or Csl??

[@cordonbloue]

never again touch those frameless windows, thats a no no for a coupe owner

[@thisisrob8750]

5:23 dandruff flakes all over the center console

[@TheCarGuysTV]

It's a BMW, so it might be something else :)

[@Tracertme]

I would luv to see/hear the " Car Guys" opinion of the Z4 35is (heritage being a 507) given its much prettier, has the same engine...... I grant you the chassis is not the same and there's no e92 slip diff and brakes and hydraulic steering, but those are reasonably inexpensive fixes (ex chassis obviously) to make it into a true Z4M that never was.... with all BMW parts.... maybe put the carbon ceramic brakes on instead...?? :-) a nice project car..

[@JacK-yr8ri]

Love to drive one of these. I have an m240 so be great to see if its at all similar

[@rudolfvanderven]

Yeees so you're getting one?!

[@TheCarGuysTV]

V tempted

[@terryfenner8142]

Possibly all the car you would ever need ???? What’s your thoughts ??

[@sealobo]

The one car I regretted selling...

[@jabirulogistics3916]

last 5 minutes of damien going bonkers made the vid

[@davindermanku8187]

You guys make a nice couple.

[@TheCarGuysTV]

😂😂😂

[@moosehak]

Nice video but for me the highlight of this video was the sea dweller 👌

[@TheCarGuysTV]

You’re not alone

[@mikeeagletube]

Nice red Dweller and a 1M, what's not to like? :-)

[@nickfox4766]

If I had a spare £43k I'd buy the BMW 1M straight away.