The six-cylinder BMW 1 Series remains a recurring answer to the question "what if you could only drive 1 car daily?". The rear-wheel drive in combination with the B58 engine makes the M140i feel and drive like a real BMW. A compact sports car which is nevertheless mature and practical enough to drive on a daily basis.
With the first 1-series there was only an M-version of the coupe, although you could also have a lot of fun with the in 2005 released, 6-cylinder, 130i. With the later generation, and the facelift model, you could fortunately also choose a hatchback version with the famous M badge.
More importantly, the M140i had (until the current model paid off the 6 cylinder with a 4 pitter) a unique recipe for a hot hatch. After all, how many hot hatches have been made with rear-wheel drive in the recent past? And then also with a six-in-line?
The 3.0-liter six-in-line produces 340 hp and 500 Nm of torque thanks to its twin-scroll turbo. Combined with the lightning-fast eight-speed automatic transmission, this is good for a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds. With that, there are very few hot hatches that can keep up with you.
But of course, it's not just about the numbers. It is ultimately about the experience. This car has it all. The M140i is a sublime driving machine with rear-wheel drive, the 50-50 weight distribution, the M Sport suspension and of course that delicious six-in-line. Everything you want from a sporty BMW, but in a compact hatchback package.
Yet this M140i is even a touch sportier. It has been upgraded to 455 hp and 625 Nm by Pure Turbos in Belgium, the M specialist in Belgium. A new downpipe with catalytic converter was also installed and the automatic transmission received a software update to permanently cope with the engine tune.
In terms of composition, this one is just the way you like it. The dark windows, black kidneys & mirror caps, gray rims and cool blue Brembo calipers. Inside, the M140i has the bucket seats combined with the alcantara M interior where blue stitching is used.
Our Opinion
Unfortunately, they aren't made like this anymore: Rear-wheel drive and the BMW six-cylinder in a compact 5-door hatchback.
That sounds like the ideal combination between sportiness and practicality. Because this is the facelift model, it also features the sleeker and sportier steering wheel and the large navigation screen with wireless Apple CarPlay. The tuning is such that it gives just that little bit extra without overloading the mechanics.
Recent maintenance history
04-09-2018 at 2km - BMW
19-06-2020 at 27,270km - BMW
08-07-2021 at 48,591km - BMW
04-11-2021 at 58.700km delivery service Hans Lammers autobedrijven Mijdrecht
05-08-2022 at 69.550km - FirstStop Auto & Tyre Service specialist
Equipment
021U BMW LM rim M double spoke styling 436
0249 Multifunction v steering wheel
02PA Wheel bolt with lock
02TB Sport automatic transmission
02VB Tire pressure display
02VL Variable sport steering wheel
0302 Alarm system
0322 Comfort access
0413 Luggage net
0420 Darkening windows
0430 Interior/exterior mirror, auto-dimming
0481 Sports seat
0488 Lumbar support for driver and passenger
0493 Stowage package
0494 Seat heater driver/passenger
04AE Sliding armrest front
04LU Black high-gloss accent package
04NE Blow-by heater
0508 Park Distance Control (PDC)
0521 Rain sensor
0534 Automatic air conditioning
0544 Speed control with braking function
0548 Speedometer
0552 Adaptive LED headlamp
0563 Light package
05AC High beam assistant
05DA Passenger side airbag deactivation
05DC Folding rear head restraints
0609 Navigation system Professional
0676 HiFi loudspeaker system
0698 Area code 2 for DVD
06AC Intelligent emergency call
06AE Teleservices
06AK Connected Drive Services
06AM Real-Time Traffic Information
06AN Concierge Services
06AP Remote Services
06NW Telephony with wireless charging
06WA Extended instrument panel
06WD WLAN Hotspot
0704 M sports suspension
0710 M leather steering wheel
0715 M aerodynamics kit
0760 High-gloss shadow line
0775 Anthracite headlining
08TH Traffic sign recognition
09BM Navigation package Connected Drive
Included in sale
- 2 keys
- MiWhite sounding transmitter
Notes
The gearbox is stage 3 software update and the engine a stage 2 tune giving it an output of 455hp
Modifications
- BM3 ST2 software, by Pure Turbos
- VRSF B58 Highflow Catted Downpipe, by Pure Turbos
- xHP stage 3 custom tune, by BMW Tweaks
- MiWhite gauge tracker, Moving Intelligence
Summary
Seller - Private
Location - On request
Chassis number - WBA1S91050VG39690
Registration number - N545HD
First registration - 20-08-2018
First registration NL - 12-10-2021
Mileage - 79.300km
Demonstration - Yes, through documentation
Warranty - No
VAT/margin car - Margin car
Bodywork - (Hot) Hatchback
Engine - 3L 6-inline
Drive system - Rear wheel drive
Transmission - GA8HP50Z 7-speed automatic transmission
Tires - Michelin Pilot Sport 4 18 inch
Exterior - Alpina Weiss
Interior - M interior package
Upholstery - Alcantara
Smoking car - No
Owners - 2 (1 Germany, 1 Netherlands)
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