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How much did this cost? Did you supply the key? I want to get a spare done as well

I've got an e81(3 door) 130i, haven't had it long nor driven it more than 500kms, of mostly heavy right foot driving testing it out. It's a lot of fun, comfortable and quiet plus spins the tyres when you really want to ? My average fuel economy is around 10L/100km under what I would consider heavy usage. I see 6-7L/100km when driving on the motorway. So it's a pretty economical motor when driving normally. My car is not on run flat's either which may influence fuel figures and definitely influences ride quality/handling. The 130i rides way better than my e90 325i which was on RFTs and handles/drives much better too. They're like a grown up go kart that is comfortable to be in. As someone who looked for a while before buying and test drove a couple, I'd suggest the LCI model which is post March 2007 production. Much better interior and more fuel efficient than the earlier models. Mines a MSport which imo looks miles better than the base model, but they do have a stiffer suspension set up. I don't have any issues with it but something to be aware of when you're looking.

I asked at Winger BMW and its $430 for a new one. Thanks for that realoem site it's super useful. According to realoem page below its interchangeable from an e87, though there is an extra part for Msport attachment. Presumably from the different bumper shape, so I must already have that part on my car already. http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/part?id=UB12-EUR-12-2007-E81-BMW-130i&mg=51&sg=75&diagId=51_6526&q=51757129318 Using the part number I found this on ebay, likely to be cheaper than getting one from a wrecker too. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Schutz-untere-Abdeckung-Antriebsmotor-BMW-Serie-1-de-04-13-Schutzverkleidung/283273101367?itemId=283273101367&du=1&pageci=2562216a-16fc-4c40-b332-f8b05fbfe72d

Looking for an undertray for my e81 130i, I understand an E87 one would possibly fit but not 100% sure. It's the front plastic piece that attaches to the bottom of the bumper that I'm after. Message me or reply here with what you've got.

I don't have idrive or connected media so don't think it applies to mine but will raise it with the workshop.

I had a look on Birds website, from your build you got the 2k quid kit? I'm putting it on the wishlist! I'm guessing once I get to a track day or two I'll be quite keen for the upgrade. Could potentially have been this one if it was black? I know there was a white one with stripes on trademe. I'll ask Winger about it, or can I upgrade that myself? They did a battery cable recall but didn't note any other bmw fixes. I thought so, I do like them but have thought about getting some 18" wheels. Send me a link or pm about them ? I have been looking at that already hah, I go to the British/European car show every year so will definitely be there with the car! Will look at the other events as keen to get some miles on the car as I haven't driven it a whole lot so far. Will do! I'm not that skilled with a wrench to do that all myself, epic read though. Definitely on my list as an upgrade, along with a new air filter and a tune.

I've read about 130s and putting in an LSD, do you have any info about getting it done in NZ? I was at Winger BMW today in Welly and the Service dude said that my car wasn't available for sale in NZ. I didn't realise it was that rare, is there any site to see how many of a particular model are in the country? Singapore import, still got the toll meter onboard XD

Hi all, Since I've been browsing here for info I better sign up and introduce myself/my car. It's the second BMW I've owned, my last car was a 2007 e90 325i M-Sport in Le Mans Blue. I looked for a new car for 6 months, wanted a 335i coupe but drove a 130i and was immediately sold, reminded me of my old 3.2 A3 which I loved and funnily enough my old Celica. The handling and power was so much fun I immediately switched to looking for LCI 130i and found this one. It's an e81 130i M-Sport with pretty low kms and a beige leather interior that looks way better in person ;D Super comfy and a hoot to drive. There has been a couple of things done to it, wheels and tyres replaced by what I understand is the newer 1 series models wheels and 245/45 non run flat tyres fitted. Its also got a Supersprint back box, sounds fantastic when you boot it. Got some things I want to do with it so will be a WIP for a bit.