About to order for production...must decide! SGM vs Monaco

DylPickle85 · 05-24-2008, 01:07 AM

Hey guys...this is my second post, and I first want to thank you all for all the insight you've provided me thus-far through my browsing and searching these forums...You really know your stuff!

As you all know, picking the 135i as your new car is the easy part...but picking the color couldn't be more difficult! So many awesome color combos.

I'm about to place my order for a 135i coupe here in the next day or two, and the car is about to go right into production, so I need to make a decision, and fast.

I originally wanted to get the Montego color...after looking at it in person and pondering a bit, I thought it was too flashy. Then I went to wanting to get AW with Coral...again, after thinking about it...too flashy.

I've narrowed down my selection to the three following combos:
SGM/Savanna Beige/Gray Poplar
SGM/Black/Aluminum or Gray Poplar
Monaco/Lemon/Aluminum

To me, the SGM is just stunning and classic, but it's hard to decide on a good complimentary interior. I first thought Coral would be great, but again...might be too flashy and overbearing after a while. Black is ideal, but I'm not sure if it's going to burn me during the summertime in Tucson's 110 degree heat. Savanna beige would be nice too, but I haven't seen or heard a lot about it with the SGM.

The monaco blue is a pretty good color, but what makes it awesome is the contrast with the lemon interior. This combo together is my absolute favorite. Thing is, last car I've owned for 5 years is a dark blue as well, and I'm not sure if I want another dark blue car or not.

So opinions, sexy pictures to sway me one way or the other, and votes are appreciated :smile:

Current owners of these colors/combos: please let me know your initial likes/dislikes that you've had thus far.

PS...my selected options are as follow:
135i with Manual trans
Premium Pkg
Sport Pkg
Navigation
iPod/USB
Premium HiFi sound

...I'm gettin antsy baby oooooooooooh yeaaaaaaaaah :headbang:

akak1997 · 05-24-2008, 01:21 AM

Originally I's gonna get BSM + Coral Red, but after seeing the SGM I changed my mind. SGM is freaking nice! I've a BSM+Coral Red Z4 and the red hold up very well. Good Luck

tonytigerking · 05-24-2008, 01:28 AM

Montego is too flashy? Really? I picked that color because I thought it isn't too flashy...

DylPickle85 · 05-24-2008, 01:33 AM

Thanks for the quick initial feedback, guys!

akak - so did you end up ordering the SGM with Coral? what trim did you decide on? any pics yet?

tonytigerking - to me, it's really "bright" and sporty, which isn't bad at all! I'm just trying to shoot for a more elegant, subdued look I guess

tonytigerking · 05-24-2008, 01:38 AM

Go with Monaco. It is fairly rare, and looks elegant too. And Blue is my favorite color.:thumbup:
Oh... and I am not sure Aluminum trim would really go with the elegant look you are going for....:iono:

DylPickle85 · 05-24-2008, 01:46 AM

tonytigerking - I know what you mean...see I'm tryin to walk a fine line here between elegant and sporty...that's why I like the SGM, and also why I'm diggin the aluminum trim with the Lemon in the Monaco... I saw the gloss-black trim at the dealer today, and agree with others that it's too sparkly for my taste (the salesman couldn't really see it, but I definitely could see the glitter)...I guess Gray Poplar would look fine with the Lemon as well...?

tonytigerking · 05-24-2008, 02:00 AM

Gray Polar could work. Are you trying to go classy outside and sporty inside? It is too bad you live in such a hot location, otherwise coral plus aluminum might work...

DylPickle85 · 05-24-2008, 02:09 AM

Ya, I'm trying to keep the overall scheme classy...with the aluminum, I can add a minimal amount of flare to still keep it kind of fun.

How are people liking the SGM/Coral combo? To me, Coral is really neat, but could get old quite quickly. Having this car for years, I could see myself potentially getting tired of the red interior.

DylPickle85 · 05-24-2008, 02:11 AM

I've also heard Lemon can be hard to maintain and clean...is this true? I'm kind of a neat freak, and with such a special car, I'm going to be pampering it as needed, so I'm curious if certain interior colors are easier and more manageable than others?

Montego135 · 05-24-2008, 03:30 AM

Seems to me that if the Monaco/Lemon combo is what really floats it for you--do it! And if you feel the coral would wear on you after awhile, keep in mind that you are going to have the car for a few years.

And, IMO, Monaco/Lemon is the coolest of the three combos you mention above. Personally, I like the SGM, but it seems to be so common these days--seems like everyone on this forum is getting that or AW. Both are good colors for this car (hard to find a bad one :biggrin

, but why not go with something a little different, and if you like it anyway....

akak1997 · 05-24-2008, 04:14 AM

I ordered it and it's waiting for a boat right now, so no pics yet. I order it with the high gloss trim. I kinda like the sparkles. If they offer brush aluminum I'll go for it, but I don't like that pattern aluminum trim.

imported_Dodgy · 05-24-2008, 06:55 AM

Mine is SGM, Black Boston and Aluminium.

Love it. Timeless. Classic. Have seen the coral in person and I DO NOT LIKE IT. Each to his own, but it's not a deep enough red for my liking. Also, I don't think I like the "patchwork" effect you get when you order the coral red.

Because I went black leather, the aluminium breaks the whole thing up very nicely.

Understand the concern with heat, but tinted windows and a reflective sunshade should solve a large part of that.

Never had a "light" leather interior, but pictures of the gray leather do set off the graphite exterior nicely.

As for the Monaco, I agree it is a great colour. Got told AFTER my order that it was available waaay down south. Otherwise, I would have faced the same dilemma.

I am REALLY happy with the SGM.

Your last line about Monaco/Lemon being your favourite combo probably sums it up. If that's what you like best, do it. Never mind if you've had a blue car for years. It's obviously what you like. There is no rule that says you have to change.

Photos to follow soonish. (depending on children)

atr_hugo · 05-24-2008, 07:05 AM

I did SGM over Taupe leather - I really like it, very conservative - the Taupe and SGM play well together (plus taupe is the only interior color available with a matching headliner in the US - grrrrr).

Justin(OKC) · 05-24-2008, 07:48 AM

I'd do the blue/lemon/aluminum combo personally :headbang:

TP 135i · 05-24-2008, 08:10 AM

You seem to not want "flashy" so I voted for the SGM/Black.
It's a great combo and it's elegant, not flashy.
The SGM is a unique color as it has the "color change" properties in different lighting conditions. Light, dark, silvery, grey and yes, some can see the purple in it in certain light.

penny · 05-24-2008, 08:14 AM

I've had my Monaco/Lemon combo for two weeks now. I wore jeans for the first 3 days driving it around town. I must admit the jeans left a mark, however, it just took a simple wipe to get it off. I will probably have to do this weekly.

imported_Dodgy · 05-24-2008, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by TP 135i

You seem to not want "flashy" so I voted for the SGM/Black.
It's a great combo and it's elegant, not flashy.
The SGM is a unique color as it has the "color change" properties in different lighting conditions. Light, dark, silvery, grey and yes, some can see the purple in it in certain light.

Ummmm. I would say ALL WILL see purple in certain light. But I don't see the problem with that. It's a darkgraypurple, not grapeapepurple!

Duckw · 05-24-2008, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Dodgy

Ummmm. I would say ALL WILL see purple in certain light. But I don't see the problem with that. It's a darkgraypurple, not grapeapepurple!

+1. I love all its permutations, even the occasional "darkgraypurple."

DylPickle85 · 05-24-2008, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Dodgy

Mine is SGM, Black Boston and Aluminium.

Love it. Timeless. Classic. Have seen the coral in person and I DO NOT LIKE IT. Each to his own, but it's not a deep enough red for my liking. Also, I don't think I like the "patchwork" effect you get when you order the coral red.

Because I went black leather, the aluminium breaks the whole thing up very nicely.

Understand the concern with heat, but tinted windows and a reflective sunshade should solve a large part of that.

Never had a "light" leather interior, but pictures of the gray leather do set off the graphite exterior nicely.

As for the Monaco, I agree it is a great colour. Got told AFTER my order that it was available waaay down south. Otherwise, I would have faced the same dilemma.

I am REALLY happy with the SGM.

Your last line about Monaco/Lemon being your favourite combo probably sums it up. If that's what you like best, do it. Never mind if you've had a blue car for years. It's obviously what you like. There is no rule that says you have to change.

Photos to follow soonish. (depending on children)

Totally agree with you regarding the Red Coral...the color is not red enough and on the edge of a tint of "brown".

Good point regarding the tint and reflective sunshade...I'm curious if the tint would absorb more heat into the car though?

Great point regarding the Monaco...too me, it's the greatest color scheme in a complimentary sense, but not my favorite exterior color (SGM is my favorite, but isn't the easiest to pair up with interior).

DylPickle85 · 05-24-2008, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by penny

I've had my Monaco/Lemon combo for two weeks now. I wore jeans for the first 3 days driving it around town. I must admit the jeans left a mark, however, it just took a simple wipe to get it off. I will probably have to do this weekly.

Yeah see I was afraid of this...I'm a huge jean wearer myself, and I would hate to it to start leaving deep marks after a while. Did you remove the marks with just a dry rag?

1Ronnie · 05-24-2008, 11:10 AM

I've got a leased Dakota Beige e90, while I have enjoyed the car in every respect, that is the one thing I'll never do again. It shows marks too much, and feels "old man" to me after a couple of years. But of course it is all about personal taste, and if I listened to this forum I wouldn't have been stupid enough to order Coral Red on Sedona Red :biggrin:

DylPickle85 · 05-24-2008, 11:20 AM

HAHAH arrons you're funny. Ya, I'd have to agree on the "old man" aspect...I think savannah beige might be that way.

Looks like I've narrowed it down to SGM/Black, or Monaco/Lemon...

Even the 1addicts can't make up their minds...it's a pretty close race in the poll right now!

View Poll Results: What color combo should I get?
SGM/Savanna Beige/Gray Poplar	14	14.43%
SGM/Black/Gray Poplar or Aluminum	39	40.21%
Monaco/Lemon/Aluminum	44	45.36%
Voters: 97. You may not vote on this poll

05-24-2008, 01:07 AM	#1
DylPickle85 Child of God 10 Rep 41 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	About to order for production...must decide! SGM vs Monaco Hey guys...this is my second post, and I first want to thank you all for all the insight you've provided me thus-far through my browsing and searching these forums...You really know your stuff! As you all know, picking the 135i as your new car is the easy part...but picking the color couldn't be more difficult! So many awesome color combos. I'm about to place my order for a 135i coupe here in the next day or two, and the car is about to go right into production, so I need to make a decision, and fast. I originally wanted to get the Montego color...after looking at it in person and pondering a bit, I thought it was too flashy. Then I went to wanting to get AW with Coral...again, after thinking about it...too flashy. I've narrowed down my selection to the three following combos: SGM/Savanna Beige/Gray Poplar SGM/Black/Aluminum or Gray Poplar Monaco/Lemon/Aluminum To me, the SGM is just stunning and classic, but it's hard to decide on a good complimentary interior. I first thought Coral would be great, but again...might be too flashy and overbearing after a while. Black is ideal, but I'm not sure if it's going to burn me during the summertime in Tucson's 110 degree heat. Savanna beige would be nice too, but I haven't seen or heard a lot about it with the SGM. The monaco blue is a pretty good color, but what makes it awesome is the contrast with the lemon interior. This combo together is my absolute favorite. Thing is, last car I've owned for 5 years is a dark blue as well, and I'm not sure if I want another dark blue car or not. So opinions, sexy pictures to sway me one way or the other, and votes are appreciated :smile: Current owners of these colors/combos: please let me know your initial likes/dislikes that you've had thus far. PS...my selected options are as follow: 135i with Manual trans Premium Pkg Sport Pkg Navigation iPod/USB Premium HiFi sound ...I'm gettin antsy baby oooooooooooh yeaaaaaaaaah :headbang:
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05-24-2008, 01:21 AM	#2
akak1997 Major 66 Rep 1,159 Posts Drives: BMW 135 @ 135mph Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (2) Garage List 2008 135i [0.00]	Originally I's gonna get BSM + Coral Red, but after seeing the SGM I changed my mind. SGM is freaking nice! I've a BSM+Coral Red Z4 and the red hold up very well. Good Luck
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05-24-2008, 01:28 AM	#3
tonytigerking Private First Class 5 Rep 194 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	Montego is too flashy? Really? I picked that color because I thought it isn't too flashy...
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05-24-2008, 01:33 AM	#4
DylPickle85 Child of God 10 Rep 41 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the quick initial feedback, guys! akak - so did you end up ordering the SGM with Coral? what trim did you decide on? any pics yet? tonytigerking - to me, it's really "bright" and sporty, which isn't bad at all! I'm just trying to shoot for a more elegant, subdued look I guess
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05-24-2008, 01:38 AM	#5
tonytigerking Private First Class 5 Rep 194 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	Go with Monaco. It is fairly rare, and looks elegant too. And Blue is my favorite color.:thumbup: Oh... and I am not sure Aluminum trim would really go with the elegant look you are going for....:iono:
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05-24-2008, 01:46 AM	#6
DylPickle85 Child of God 10 Rep 41 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	tonytigerking - I know what you mean...see I'm tryin to walk a fine line here between elegant and sporty...that's why I like the SGM, and also why I'm diggin the aluminum trim with the Lemon in the Monaco... I saw the gloss-black trim at the dealer today, and agree with others that it's too sparkly for my taste (the salesman couldn't really see it, but I definitely could see the glitter)...I guess Gray Poplar would look fine with the Lemon as well...?
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05-24-2008, 02:00 AM	#7
tonytigerking Private First Class 5 Rep 194 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	Gray Polar could work. Are you trying to go classy outside and sporty inside? It is too bad you live in such a hot location, otherwise coral plus aluminum might work...
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05-24-2008, 02:09 AM	#8
DylPickle85 Child of God 10 Rep 41 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	Ya, I'm trying to keep the overall scheme classy...with the aluminum, I can add a minimal amount of flare to still keep it kind of fun. How are people liking the SGM/Coral combo? To me, Coral is really neat, but could get old quite quickly. Having this car for years, I could see myself potentially getting tired of the red interior.
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05-24-2008, 02:11 AM	#9
DylPickle85 Child of God 10 Rep 41 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	I've also heard Lemon can be hard to maintain and clean...is this true? I'm kind of a neat freak, and with such a special car, I'm going to be pampering it as needed, so I'm curious if certain interior colors are easier and more manageable than others?
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05-24-2008, 03:30 AM	#10
Montego135 Enlisted Member 12 Rep 32 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	Seems to me that if the Monaco/Lemon combo is what really floats it for you--do it! And if you feel the coral would wear on you after awhile, keep in mind that you are going to have the car for a few years. And, IMO, Monaco/Lemon is the coolest of the three combos you mention above. Personally, I like the SGM, but it seems to be so common these days--seems like everyone on this forum is getting that or AW. Both are good colors for this car (hard to find a bad one :biggrin, but why not go with something a little different, and if you like it anyway.... __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Ordered April 2 Delivered May 29! Montego Blue Metallic, Black Leatherette, Gray Poplar, Sport Pkg, Step w/paddles, iPod/USB
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05-24-2008, 04:14 AM	#11
akak1997 Major 66 Rep 1,159 Posts Drives: BMW 135 @ 135mph Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (2) Garage List 2008 135i [0.00]	I ordered it and it's waiting for a boat right now, so no pics yet. I order it with the high gloss trim. I kinda like the sparkles. If they offer brush aluminum I'll go for it, but I don't like that pattern aluminum trim.
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05-24-2008, 06:55 AM	#12
imported_Dodgy First Lieutenant 6 Rep 340 Posts Drives: SG 135i 6M Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Mine is SGM, Black Boston and Aluminium. Love it. Timeless. Classic. Have seen the coral in person and I DO NOT LIKE IT. Each to his own, but it's not a deep enough red for my liking. Also, I don't think I like the "patchwork" effect you get when you order the coral red. Because I went black leather, the aluminium breaks the whole thing up very nicely. Understand the concern with heat, but tinted windows and a reflective sunshade should solve a large part of that. Never had a "light" leather interior, but pictures of the gray leather do set off the graphite exterior nicely. As for the Monaco, I agree it is a great colour. Got told AFTER my order that it was available waaay down south. Otherwise, I would have faced the same dilemma. I am REALLY happy with the SGM. Your last line about Monaco/Lemon being your favourite combo probably sums it up. If that's what you like best, do it. Never mind if you've had a blue car for years. It's obviously what you like. There is no rule that says you have to change. Photos to follow soonish. (depending on children) __________________ Delivered! 1700hrs Tues May 20 2008: Sparkling Graphite, 6MT, Black Boston Leather, Accented Aluminium, Sun Roof, Pro Nav, Comfort Access.
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05-24-2008, 07:05 AM	#13
atr_hugo No longer moderate 325 Rep 4,401 Posts Drives: '13 135i Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: - iTrader: (0)	I did SGM over Taupe leather - I really like it, very conservative - the Taupe and SGM play well together (plus taupe is the only interior color available with a matching headliner in the US - grrrrr).
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05-24-2008, 07:48 AM	#14
Justin(OKC) Major 77 Rep 1,376 Posts Drives: 1988 M3, 1990 M3, 1998 M3/4 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oklahoma City, OK iTrader: (7) Garage List 1998 BMW M3/4 [10.00] 2011 BMW M3 Sedan [9.28] 1988 BMW M3 [9.40] 1990 BMW M3 [10.00] 2008 BMW 135i - sold [0.00] 2003 BMW M3 - sold [0.00]	I'd do the blue/lemon/aluminum combo personally :headbang: __________________ 1988 BMW M3 - Hennarot/Black 1990 BMW M3 racecar - Diamond Schwarz/Black 1998 BMW M3 - Alpine White/Mulberry 2011 BMW 328i racecar - LeMans Blue/Black
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05-24-2008, 08:10 AM	#15
TP 135i Major 29 Rep 1,340 Posts Drives: 2008 135i SGM MT Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Finksburg, Maryland iTrader: (0) Garage List 1995 Acura Integra SE [0.00] 2008 BMW 135i [0.00] 2006 Porsche Cayman S [0.00] 1999 Toyota 4-Runner [0.00]	You seem to not want "flashy" so I voted for the SGM/Black. It's a great combo and it's elegant, not flashy. The SGM is a unique color as it has the "color change" properties in different lighting conditions. Light, dark, silvery, grey and yes, some can see the purple in it in certain light. __________________ 2008 135i SGM
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05-24-2008, 08:14 AM	#16
penny Captain 43 Rep 829 Posts Drives: '08 135i (sold) Join Date: May 2008 Location: Las Colinas iTrader: (2)	I've had my Monaco/Lemon combo for two weeks now. I wore jeans for the first 3 days driving it around town. I must admit the jeans left a mark, however, it just took a simple wipe to get it off. I will probably have to do this weekly.
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05-24-2008, 11:10 AM	#21
1Ronnie Ronnie 15 Rep 556 Posts Drives: '08 Sedona 128i Join Date: May 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC iTrader: (0)	I've got a leased Dakota Beige e90, while I have enjoyed the car in every respect, that is the one thing I'll never do again. It shows marks too much, and feels "old man" to me after a couple of years. But of course it is all about personal taste, and if I listened to this forum I wouldn't have been stupid enough to order Coral Red on Sedona Red :biggrin: __________________ "Lucy" 128i / Sedona Red / Coral Red / Premium Package / Premium Sound
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05-24-2008, 11:20 AM	#22
DylPickle85 Child of God 10 Rep 41 Posts Drives: Join Date: May 2008 iTrader: (0)	HAHAH arrons you're funny. Ya, I'd have to agree on the "old man" aspect...I think savannah beige might be that way. Looks like I've narrowed it down to SGM/Black, or Monaco/Lemon... Even the 1addicts can't make up their minds...it's a pretty close race in the poll right now!
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