The BMW 1 SERIES (2007-13) 118I 2DR CONVERTIBLE 2.0 143 EU5 EXCLUSIVE EDITION 6SPD is a compact, premium four-seat convertible with a folding roof. It brings open-air driving to the 1 Series range, offering a smaller, more city-friendly alternative to luxury cabriolets and a distinctive choice than a 1 Series hatchback. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 114 checks covering 50 distinct VINs, a sample of cars searched. Its data shows an average private-sale valuation of £5,000, average recorded mileage of 68,000 miles, and annual mileage of 4,000. Cars had about 2.8 previous keepers on average; these figures describe checked examples, not every car. The 2.0-litre petrol engine and six-speed manual suit commuting, weekend drives and trips, especially for couples or households seeking sunshine rather than boot space. Compared with rivals such as the Audi A3 Cabriolet, it offers BMW’s sporty image and engaging feel; check roof operation, service history and condition before buying.