If your in Florida or not I highly recommend his dealership. Rusty Blackwell, Copy Editor I had the 128i convertible over the weekend and made the mistake of trying to squeeze four adults into it. By Feb 20, 2009 To my mind, one of the greatest pleasures of driving can only be experienced in a convertible. Dealer may sell for less. Unfortunately, most of the convertibles on the market today cater to the well healed driver, so dropping the top requires a fat wallet. The two seat Z4 would be a better dance partner for that, at nearly the same starting price.
The success of the LeBaron convertible prompted other manufacturers to get back into the game, and since then more manufacturers have brought out convertibles to serve the growing demand for fun open top driving. And whereas European customers will have about a six-month gap between the launch of the coupe and the subsequent convertible next spring, Americans will get both body styles next spring. In order to fit four passengers comfortably, the people up front have to give up so much leg room that nobody is happy. Fortunately in late 1982, Chrysler, which was working its way back from a government bail-out, came out with a rag-top K-car, the LeBaron, a model that helped create a buzz for Chrysler and helped them back from the brink of extinction. But with each new generation, the 3 Series convertibles kept getting larger, more powerful, and contained more luxury amenities. That means that the convertible mechanism takes up less space in the trunk, so that you can shoehorn two sets of golf clubs into the space, provided those golf bags are of the compact variety. Rear Spoiler, Sunroof, Aluminum Wheels, Keyless Entry, Remote Trunk Release, Steering Wheel Controls, Heated Mirrors.
You may qualify for additional rebates see dealer for details. Otherwise, this bare-bones 128i is very good. The cloth top is simple and almost feels old fashioned these days, much like the normally aspirated engine. On a clear, crisp, fall afternoon, the distant scent of burning leaves is a delight to my olfactory sensors. The layout of the controls is straightforward, and easy to operate. It handled the wind noise much better than the new roadster we recently sampled.
So just think of it as a contoured package shelf. The headlights look a bit large for the front face, but the look grew on me. And now, confirmation of the icing on the cake: The will go on sale here next spring as well, in time for some droptop driving next summer. It was an instant hit with buyers, and while priced at the upper end of affordable, it was still within the reach of a lot of buyers. We Know You Will Enjoy Your Test Drive Towards Ownership! He was full of knowledge about all sorts of vehicles and that really helped us make a decision. It soars to 60mph in just 5. Please make sure to comply with local trailer load regulations.
The 128i comes with a naturally aspirated 3. The six-speed manual transmission is silky smooth; and the ride is nice until you hit a rough patch of road, then it rattles your fillings in part thanks to the sport package. . Wow, what a great little convertible. Fuel economy is so-so, with a pretty-decent highway rating of 28 mpg but a not-so-good city rating of just 18 mpg.
Thanks Dave for a great experience! With the modest rake of the windshield, it gives the 128i a nice open feeling. The result was that the car was just becoming too expensive for the average person to afford. Prices do not include taxes, insurance and license fees, as well as any other products or services not listed that may be available to you through your selected Mercedes-Benz dealership. He had on the lot another car that my wife really liked and after driving it , we decided to put a down payment on that one. Note: Vehicle may not be exactly as shown.
Drop the top, sit back and go through the gears. In releasing official pictures and information on the convertibles, we are relieved to confirm they will share the same yummy powertrains as the coupe for our market. Each comes with a six-speed manual or automatic. Some of our Pre-Owned vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. In fact, my wife thought I'd be too dangerous driving the 135i! The 128i convertible is perfect for a two-person cruise though. We chose the 128i instead of the 135i because it has quite enough spunk all on its own.
The seats do fold forward to allow access to the trunk. Print this page and call us Now. He called me to come by to go over what they'd found. While the 3 Series has gone to a hard convertible top, the 1 Series keeps the cloth top. No nav, no iDrive, no bling — just a sweet-handling, nicely balanced, droptop that fits you like a glove.
We expect to beat that figure by a bunch. The cockpit is rather breezy even with all four windows in the up position, so driving on the Interstate makes relaxed conversation a chore. Maybe it's the Florida style. In the spring, I revel in the way the faint perfume of lilac bushes catches my attention, or the aroma of freshly cut grass. The soft top, which has a nicely finished headliner, also means that you get a bit too much wind noise in the cabin at speed. And, of course, glancing up at the stars on a clear night while traveling on an unlit two-lane road is a treat I never tire of.