How to buy a used BMW 1 Series (F20) - Buying advice | Common problems | Parts pricing

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The BMW 1 Series has enabled a new generation of motoring enthusiasts to buy into the desirable Bavarian premium marque.
The 2nd-generation BMW 1 Series, codenamed F20, was the final version of the brand's premium hatchback to feature a rear-wheel-drive configuration and was powered by three-, four- and six-cylinder engines.
The model, which was sold in the South African market from 2011 to 2019 - and notably received a facelift (LCI) in 2015 - combined a luxuriously equipped cabin with a high level of driver engagement, in a distinctively styled, compact package.
In this video, guest presenter Reba S showcases a facelifted 2018 BMW 118i 5-door automatic.
She takes us through the strengths and weaknesses of the F20 BMW 1 Series, names what common mechanical problems you should look out for when shopping for a used example, and lists the prices of selected replacement parts that could add to the cost of ownership.
For more information, see our detailed F20 BMW 1 Series (2011-2019) Buyer’s Guide on Cars.co.za
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0:00 - Intro
0:44 - Engine
1:39 - Design
1:55 - Interior
4:17 - Common Issues
7:37 - Parts Pricing
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  • @MufunwaApple
    @MufunwaAppleАй бұрын

    Am just here to leave a comment. Supporting local KZread is the right thing to do. Ndaa

  • @stanleyrudzani1592

    @stanleyrudzani1592

    Ай бұрын

    ndima dekwana!! 😂😂😂😂

  • @AbelBarnabasMukusuka

    @AbelBarnabasMukusuka

    Ай бұрын

    It’s the truth caaw

  • @reshoketswematloga7524

    @reshoketswematloga7524

    Ай бұрын

    I mean, the channel is also very good local or not, but yes agree with the sentiment

  • @t_dubois
    @t_duboisАй бұрын

    Finally, a segment that speaks to the average South African vehicle consumer and is well presented.

  • @JimmyTjotola
    @JimmyTjotolaАй бұрын

    Only here for Reba lets gooo!!!

  • @dougley197

    @dougley197

    Ай бұрын

    ay no she's good, I can listen to her all day long talk about cars.

  • @damonblake0
    @damonblake0Ай бұрын

    Reba S, we are here for you! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 the shock as you saw 👀 the rear seat... classic 😂😂😂😂😂😂😮😮😮😮

  • @Lindani_Mvano
    @Lindani_MvanoАй бұрын

    “But guys I just bathed, I am not going to lay on the floor” 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I died broe 💀💀

  • @ZF8Speed
    @ZF8SpeedАй бұрын

    Not sure if it was a common issue or it was only common with me. I owned from brand new the 2014 F20 118i fitted with the ZF 8Hp. Ended up selling it at 76000kms. Soon as it got to 68k kms started complaining about drive train. I would take it to the dealership as it was still under motorpla, 1st time battery was changed, and all subsequent times they couldn't really find what was wrong with it. Then I learnt a technique I could use wherever I'm stuck with the drive train fault cos it sometimes left me stranded. Until ultimately the technique stopped working for me. Long story short, I then traded it in for a 2017 (LCI) 318i F30 which left me with the same problem cos it basically had the same engine but I managed to drive it up to 105k kms until I sold it for a 2020 G20 320d and I have never been happier owning a BMW. This is by far the best BMW experience, real sheer driving pleasure. I'm at 80k kms now without a single fault. I guess moving forward I'll stick to Diesel engines. So anyone looking to get a BMW, I'd recommend the diesel variants unless you're looking for the performance variants then you can look at the petrols. DISCLAIMER: I love BMW and would choose it any day...

  • @everythingeducationsa5051
    @everythingeducationsa5051Ай бұрын

    “There’s lot to like about this car” There is a lot to like about the presenter as well 😊. Great job 👏

  • @siphesihlesibiya2717
    @siphesihlesibiya2717Ай бұрын

    The bmw 1 is a timeless masterpiece, it’ll still be relevant in the next few years to come

  • @andy2.026
    @andy2.026Ай бұрын

    She is here to stay

  • @lekaumamabolo816
    @lekaumamabolo816Ай бұрын

    I am loving this "How to buy a used..." content bese bonus ke Maseve!!!

  • @skhumbuzoselepe1661
    @skhumbuzoselepe1661Ай бұрын

    Owned my 120 for 7years from new the only major issue has been fuel pump failure. It does require oil top ups but its a reliable fast comfortable daily and fun. Im keeping it indefinitely maybe even pass it on one day.

  • @nandemqadi104
    @nandemqadi104Ай бұрын

    This is literally my car. 2015 118i manual. Love it dearly.

  • @thetad1242
    @thetad1242Ай бұрын

    Imagine if you channel was channeled in this manner ma'am. Very professional here. That's what your channel need. We appreciate dlsepitor but to be international something's gotta give. Great video.

  • @blacgaz6419

    @blacgaz6419

    Ай бұрын

    I agree with you, for the first time I actually enjoy watching her present. I hope from now on she sticks to professionalism. It suits her very well 🙌🏽

  • @beaniesatthebeach8457
    @beaniesatthebeach8457Ай бұрын

    This is a bachelor's car, the backseat is for children😅 Also it looks good in Orange

  • @phiwo8998
    @phiwo8998Ай бұрын

    Love Reba ! Great reviews as always

  • @donaldntuli9353
    @donaldntuli9353Ай бұрын

    Great review, thanks Reba 👌👏😀

  • @kamerl1
    @kamerl1Ай бұрын

    Great video. Appreciate that there are reviews for average South Africans like us who never buy new. Also appreciate that you avoid the Dooms day propaganda that some reviewers push regarding the used car segment for German brands!

  • @Yanga_M
    @Yanga_MАй бұрын

    I enjoy these vids from the channel and once again not disappointed. Yerr umhle nantsika.

  • @Galaxyeyez
    @GalaxyeyezАй бұрын

    After all these years its amazing that BMW never sorted lack of rear leg room

  • @ichybal982
    @ichybal982Ай бұрын

    grea stuff Reba! love he collab!

  • @sphamandlamazibuko3074
    @sphamandlamazibuko3074Ай бұрын

    Thanks a lot, REBA for this offering. I didn't realize it was this tight at the back.

  • @tsepangmahasele1018
    @tsepangmahasele1018Ай бұрын

    The review was well done and this segment is just what has been missing in the South African car review space. Great choice on the presenter as well.

  • @Siya_Bangena
    @Siya_BangenaАй бұрын

    Super helpful

  • @N_P85
    @N_P85Ай бұрын

    Well presented, entertaining and informative. Glad to see this channel finally diversifying it's presenters!

  • @tebogohlatshwayo4633
    @tebogohlatshwayo4633Ай бұрын

    Nice review

  • @marcusoctober4856
    @marcusoctober4856Ай бұрын

    Love this new series of videos! I'm considering getting an Opel Corsa or Astra. I'd love to see a video on one of those

  • @disintulini4397
    @disintulini4397Ай бұрын

    more videos like this please.

  • @ernestmbada5277
    @ernestmbada5277Ай бұрын

    You a great presenter Reba🙌

  • @kobusjacobs2944
    @kobusjacobs2944Ай бұрын

    Not-so-smooth idle is due to the unbalanced nature of a three cylinder engine, not the engine size. There are many examples of smaller 1.2 liter four cylinder engines that idle smoothly.

  • @sebunakekana1997

    @sebunakekana1997

    Ай бұрын

    True

  • @farainyika2365

    @farainyika2365

    23 күн бұрын

    facts

  • @trustmub1
    @trustmub1Ай бұрын

    How many takes did that intro take… beautifully done. 😎

  • @franco_redelinghuys
    @franco_redelinghuysАй бұрын

    Would have loved to see cost of service also. But great vid!

  • @Theautography
    @TheautographyАй бұрын

    That rear wheel drive is a drifter's ideal car

  • @momaine4604
    @momaine4604Ай бұрын

    I am loving this segment ne but can you also include normal everyday cars that other ordinary people would get i.e.. Your Opel Corsa's, Mazda 2's, Kwids, Toyota Etios, Hyundai i10's, Renault Clio's etc...wa bona.

  • @DIESELTECH_ZA
    @DIESELTECH_ZAАй бұрын

    How to buy a BMW 1 series - don't buy it. Maintenance cost is much higher than that of 1'st edition 1 series hatch back. We had a 2004 model for years, minimal maintenance required. The latest models have turbo, oil separator (have to replace entire rocker cover for this one) , bell housing & weak timing chain issues but to name a few. All which the first series (1 series model) did not have. Not to mention the depreciation in value / price on the BM's. (Sadly as they are actually nice to drive. They loose value (for reasons unknown) like crazy. We really wanted to buy another 1 series, but after doing some decent research we decided to rather opt for something better retains it's value much better and ended up with the lovely new Toyota Corolla Cross. Just my 5 cents on the 1 series topic. 🙃

  • @Rom30-23
    @Rom30-23Ай бұрын

    Do BMW M5 F10 next please

  • @1thousand.islands
    @1thousand.islandsАй бұрын

    Please do the Audi A1 next

  • @zukisadebesha3947
    @zukisadebesha3947Ай бұрын

    Fantastic review, how much is service with BMW..

  • @kalinpramlal8158
    @kalinpramlal8158Ай бұрын

    Please do something detailed and indepth about hilux and rangers

  • @priscillamolapo
    @priscillamolapo27 күн бұрын

    I owned this car for 5 years. Traded it in with no issues at all. Whoever bought it has no issues I am sure…

  • @kresienm9031
    @kresienm9031Ай бұрын

    I would like to see a review on a 2012 F20 125i manual.

  • @Kingmakas
    @KingmakasАй бұрын

    Hha Reba some of us enjoy manual transmission

  • @xolisasibeko3278
    @xolisasibeko3278Ай бұрын

    Maseve 🔥🔥🔥

  • @pumeshenpillay3535
    @pumeshenpillay353526 күн бұрын

    The reason for the engine vibration is not because small engines vibrate more. Three cylinder engines do vibrate more because of the imbalance. Four cylinder engines have two pistons going up and two down at any time and that gives it more balance. Three cylinder engines have two going up while one goes down and vice versa. A three cylinder engine is not necessarily a small engine.

  • @ozemsadventureofrandomstuf252
    @ozemsadventureofrandomstuf252Ай бұрын

    I would definitely get this vehicle in a heart beat!😮😊 However, since i love their bulletproof 320D il only get this in a 120D But ke even this 118 will do but fuel consumption evrything for me👊🏽😛🕺🏾 2018 120d

  • @saautochronicles
    @saautochroniclesАй бұрын

    let her do her intro!!!!!

  • @Tynanzthatguy

    @Tynanzthatguy

    Ай бұрын

    We here for the cars mate..

  • @nande8187
    @nande8187Ай бұрын

    Uyasazi istory sakho around cars ntombazana🤞👌👌

  • @ngoatowamoafrika8684
    @ngoatowamoafrika8684Ай бұрын

    Kindly do how to buy used audi A5

  • @dyl_nnn
    @dyl_nnnАй бұрын

    ha mrs Reba 🤣😍

  • @bongumusasokhulu260
    @bongumusasokhulu260Ай бұрын

    😊😊😊 so comparing between Kia Rio and this one definitely this is a good choice 😢😢😢 cant believe this seems so cheap

  • @r-luto
    @r-luto28 күн бұрын

    Replacement parts prices are not bad for a BMW, only the rear breaks I find pricey...😂

  • @malibongwemsomi2230
    @malibongwemsomi2230Ай бұрын

    Dumelang Bomoseve

  • @user-wp6xu3wt4q
    @user-wp6xu3wt4qАй бұрын

    I would buy that e39 back there but if it's a 540

  • @pullshow..
    @pullshow..Ай бұрын

    Reba S 🎉🎉🎉🎉😂

  • @dtl009mp
    @dtl009mpАй бұрын

    Well, hear this! I bought a 2024 320i LCI, which is a face lift (supposedly) It didn't have: 1. Leather seats, 2. Reverse camera, 3. Power tailgate, 4. Spare wheel, etc. So I swapped it right away.

  • @blacgaz6419

    @blacgaz6419

    Ай бұрын

    2024 LCI? 💀💀💀😳 which one is that one

  • @bongumusasokhulu260
    @bongumusasokhulu260Ай бұрын

    9k- is not that bad ☺️☺️☺️

  • @brianmokotedi8336
    @brianmokotedi8336Ай бұрын

    2015-2017 Audi A3 Please 🙏🏽🤲🏽

  • @mlocks7828
    @mlocks782811 күн бұрын

  • @StreetPhat
    @StreetPhatАй бұрын

    I'm strong but not enough to own a BMW again..... nice to look at but stressing to have, just like your ex.

  • @blacgaz6419

    @blacgaz6419

    Ай бұрын

    Just service your car

  • @StreetPhat

    @StreetPhat

    Ай бұрын

    Believe me I did, but buying a pre owned performance car in S.A is too much risky because you don't even know how well it was taken care of.

  • @Cjayxgaming
    @CjayxgamingАй бұрын

    Nice car but if i'm going to buy a bmw hatch...it has to be a 135i

  • @toxic.city.instr_
    @toxic.city.instr_Ай бұрын

    Please do more of these videos

  • @Mastermind4lyf
    @Mastermind4lyfАй бұрын

    Reba S weee. Ndaa

  • @siphonkosi387
    @siphonkosi387Ай бұрын

    I would put my money on a diesel😅😊

  • @florencenyelimane9980
    @florencenyelimane9980Ай бұрын

    Bomoseve❤

  • @xivutisomakhubela3991
    @xivutisomakhubela3991Ай бұрын

    Hello Mzansi

  • @TheGudanie
    @TheGudanieАй бұрын

    Here is the code you use to buy bmw: 1.If fuel type = petrol, then select * where engine capacity >/= 3.0L 2.If fuel type = diesel , then select * where engine capacity >/= 2.0L

  • @Phoka1018
    @Phoka1018Ай бұрын

    Camera loves you shame... Or maybe you and the camera are in love? Oksalayo there is love involved.

  • @cyprianmulenga9540
    @cyprianmulenga9540Ай бұрын

    It's actually cheaper to run compared to a Toyota🎉

  • @sonininyaniso9683
    @sonininyaniso9683Ай бұрын

    Oooh guys is this for....? Yes, girlfriend material 😂

  • @LakheKamvalakhe
    @LakheKamvalakheАй бұрын

    Reba😂😂😂😂

  • @SABATONEDJ
    @SABATONEDJАй бұрын

    masevee

  • @nashemaroe
    @nashemaroeАй бұрын

    Who else here says One One Eighteen i instead of One Eighteen i???

  • @bebelomoketla7895
    @bebelomoketla7895Ай бұрын

    Dumelang bo Masebe

  • @pholelamapeyi4589
    @pholelamapeyi4589Ай бұрын

    bmw doesn't make a 1 sries that accomodate people in the back ...from the first generation till now... ..its better to get a 2 series sedan ..

  • @phiwo8998
    @phiwo8998Ай бұрын

    Yoh guys, so I owned a 2014 for 6 years, only drove up it up to 130 000. Most unreliable car Ive ever owned. Fuel pump, exhaust vanos, stretched timing chain, coolant leak by turbo, numerous oil leaks. Got it under plan but the car literally falls apart after it falls out of plan. Only buy a 125i or up, the small engines are terrible

  • @zimcoder
    @zimcoderАй бұрын

    What a tinderbox with a prestigious badge. Get yourself a Lexus UX, more power, better materials, better build quality, cheaper, more room. and better value!.. unless all you want is the badge, then I can't help you.

  • @blacgaz6419

    @blacgaz6419

    Ай бұрын

    Lexuses have ugly exteriorrs and interiors.

  • @declansgamereview6523
    @declansgamereview6523Ай бұрын

    Just stay away from the 1series ( or any modern BMW ) or you might end up crying. I know it is tempting to own a BMW and they failry cheap but they are very problematic 2nd hand. It is only good for those who can afford brand new and dont mind spendng money on them. Too long for me to explain why BMWs give issues but just stay away please guys. Dnt listen to those who say just service your BMW and you will be fine because even Toyota's need to be serviced. The problems they give has nothing to do with servicing, it is the way they are designed. The simpler the car's technology the less issues they give ( and more boring the car ). German's cars are over-engineered and planned for obsolescence -that and expensive parts and labour will force you to sell an organ

  • @mankheditau9435
    @mankheditau9435Ай бұрын

    😂😂

  • @van_der_lindeDA
    @van_der_lindeDAАй бұрын

    Stay far away...

  • @AHMEDMOOSAJI
    @AHMEDMOOSAJIАй бұрын

    This car is such a rip off for what you getting

  • @blacgaz6419

    @blacgaz6419

    Ай бұрын

    Why?

  • @user-hn6om3zt8o
    @user-hn6om3zt8oАй бұрын

    Maybe your boyfriend is the one that is stingy girl.

  • @blacgaz6419

    @blacgaz6419

    Ай бұрын

    😂😂😂

  • @terrencemkhululigxamza2472
    @terrencemkhululigxamza2472Ай бұрын

    BMW is simply a headache to own and operate...so much to navigate ..its a no from me.

  • @blacgaz6419

    @blacgaz6419

    Ай бұрын

    Lol what's so hard here

  • @terrencemkhululigxamza2472

    @terrencemkhululigxamza2472

    Ай бұрын

    @@blacgaz6419 I want start and go...not all the admin..🤣...i get maintainance and stuff...but here its like one will be apprehensive on every trip..🤣

  • @MLhub.
    @MLhub.Ай бұрын

    go woke 🤮🤧

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