Doug's Take

The 1M is one of my favorite modern BMW models, as it's rare and incredibly fun to drive – and it will likely go down in history as a very special car. This particular 1M touts a mandatory 6-speed manual transmission and shows only 15,400 miles on the odometer. It also features some great factory equipment including 19-inch Style 359M wheels, a limited-slip differential, and heated front seats – along with several cool modifications like a GTHAUS exhaust and KW V3 coilovers, which should help make it especially thrilling to drive. To top it off, this 1M comes with a clean, accident-free Carfax report, for added buyer confidence.

Highlights

THIS... is a 2011 BMW 1M, finished in Alpine White with a black interior.

• This 1M is a Canadian-spec coupe that was reportedly imported and declared to meet US highway safety specifications in 2016. Its imperial instrument cluster currently displays about 15,400 miles.
• The attached Carfax history report contains some gaps, though it indicates no accidents or mileage discrepancies for the given period.
• According to the build sheet provided in the gallery, factory equipment includes 19-inch Style 359M wheels, a limited-slip differential, Boston leather upholstery, heated front seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
• Modifications reported by the seller include a GTHAUS exhaust system, an Evolution Racewerks charge pipe, KW V3 coilovers, and Dinmann carbon fiber side skirt extensions.
• The M version of BMW's 1 Series coupe, called E82 internally, was intended to be a limited-production model but it proved popular enough to warrant tripling the original production quota to just over 6,300 units. Its turbocharged engine was a polarizing departure from previous M cars, as was its funky styling — and yet, the 1M has gained a substantial and loyal following since production ended in 2012.
• Power comes from a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-6, rated at 335 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. Output is sent to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission.

Equipment

A build sheet is provided in the photo gallery, and a partial list of notable equipment includes:

• 19-inch Style 359M wheels
• Limited-slip differential
• Adaptive xenon headlights
• Boston leather upholstery
• Heated front seats
• Alcantara interior trim
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Navigation system
• Cruise control

Modifications

Modifications reported by the seller include:

• GTHAUS exhaust system (factory mid pipe included, factory mufflers not included)
• Evolution Racewerks charge pipe
• K&N drop-in air filter
• KW V3 coilovers (factory suspension included in the sale)
• Mode carbon fiber front lip spoiler
• Dinmann carbon fiber side skirt extensions
• M Performance rear spoiler
• Paint protection film applied to the front end
• Tinted windows

Known Flaws

• Some chips and scratches around the exterior
• Curb rash on the wheels
• Creases on the driver's seat
• Some wear on interior touch points

Recent Service History

Service documentation in the photo gallery indicates that the following maintenance has been performed:

• March 2024 (15,206 miles): Engine oil and filter changed
• December 2022 (13,357 miles): Alignment performed
• December 2022: (~13,000 miles): Engine oil and filter changed, brake fluid flushed, tires replaced
• February 2021 (11,788 miles): Driver's airbag recall performed
• July 2020: Evolution Racewerks charge pipe installed
• December 2019 (10,808 miles): Engine oil and filter changed, blower motor wiring recall performed

The attached Carfax history report indicates that the engine oil and filter were changed in February 2021 at 11,788 miles. Additional service history is detailed by documentation pictured in the gallery and in the attached Carfax report.

Other Items Included in Sale

• 2 keys
• Owner's manual
• Service records
• Removed factory parts (metric instrument cluster, mid pipe, suspension)
• 1M car cover

Ownership History

The seller purchased this 1M in August 2020.

Seller Notes

• There is a loan on this vehicle. Sale proceeds will be used to satisfy the loan and allow the seller to transfer the title to the winning bidder. Please note that the title may only be available after the loan has been paid off. Please contact the seller directly for more details on their specific lender's pay-off procedures and documentation. When financing, please obtain any required documents and perform any additional due diligence mandated by your lender prior to placing a bid.
• Due to the modifications performed to this 1M, it may not pass emissions testing in some states. As always, it's the buyer's responsibility to perform all due diligence regarding registering this 1M in their respective state prior to placing a bid.
• The seller notes that the rear bumper was repainted to address chips.