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      07-11-2008, 04:54 AM   #30
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Originally Posted by ChrisMWard View Post
When I test drove a 123d Coupe I felt it wasn't really any quicker than a 120d but to fair it only had 18 miles on the clock. What did stand out was how much quieter it was and the complete lack of any turbo lag. It also had about a 500 RPM rev ceiling increase over the 120 so I'm sure you'd notice the differfence when the engine loosened up a bit. When I replace the 120 I will probably go for 123d.

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The one I drove had better throttle response compared to my 320d coupe I'd imagine down to the twin turbo set up,

Agree on you points RE.. quieter and extra revs, better all round in fact.
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