Thread: 218i vs 116i
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      11-19-2014, 01:34 AM   #14
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Originally Posted by ovekvam View Post
I forgot to mention that the 218i does not have a mechanical handbrake lever like the F20 does. It is replaced by a button, activating the handbrake electronically. Thats means it can not be used for turning purposes.

Yep, I agree, this worries me to think that BMW is now looking to produce cars that appeal to a market sector of people who are not 'drivers' but want a BMW badge.

Let us hope that the BMW boffins do not forget what makes BMW a BMW (a drivers car) when considering their next models.
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