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2012 BMW 1 Series Coupé/Cabriolet Preview

When BMW's 1 Series made its North American debut in 2007, the Bavarian giants set out to prove that smaller can be better. As the baby of the Bimmer bunch, the 1 Series had a lot to prove - and prove it it did. While not the most practical of the lineup, the 128i and 135i offered a drive quality and road experience akin to BMW's funky MINI brand with a step up in luxury, build and power.