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Used BMW 1 Series Petrol Cars For Sale

You’ll want to buy a used BMW 1 Series if you’re looking for a small family car with a dynamic, sporty twist. The BMW 1 Series might be classed as a compact hatchback, but don’t be fooled; there’s plenty of interior space for passengers with pleasing head and leg room.

The interior is smartly designed too, with a neat dashboard layout and an infotainment touchscreen among the features that put it ahead of many rivals in class.

On the road, BMW 1 Series used cars are powerful and agile, providing a superb driving experience. While the newest models are now no longer available with rear wheel drive, the used BMW 1 Series range may include this as an option. BMW 1 Series models that were built as rear-wheel drive by default were E81, E82, E87 and E88 on the first generation of the model, and F20 and F21 on the second generation. Front wheel drive and four wheel drive are also available.

When you buy a used BMW 1 Series from Dick Lovett, all our models come with a BMW Warranty. This means your approved used BMW 1 Series comes with unlimited mileage protection against breakdown and repair costs for parts and labour, for a minimum of 12 months. Newer used cars get the balance of a new car warranty, so a one-year old BMW 1 Series would have two years remaining on its warranty.

The warranty covers the battery and exhaust, and is backed by BMW and not third party insurers.

You can find your nearest Dick Lovett BMW dealership here.

If you’re in the market to buy a used BMW 1 Series, there are a few factors you need to consider.

Explore our selection of BMW 1 Series used models and you’ll discover a choice of different trims, engine sizes and types; the 1 Series is available in both manual and automatic transmission, and in petrol or diesel fuel variants.

Engine sizes include from 1.5 litre, 2.0 litre and 3.0 litre. The latter is the most powerful used BMW 1 Series model, capable of 340 BHP and 0-62 MPH acceleration of 4.6 seconds – so, if performance is your priority, this is a great choice.

Trims available on the BMW 1 Series include the SE and Sport, and the M Sport. There’s also an M Sport Shadow Edition – this is also a trim option on used BMW 3 Series – which provides dark design styling around headlights, alloy wheels and other features.

The BMW 1 Series 128ti is one of the newer Approved Used models available. A front wheel drive, it has a two-litre turbo engine and eight-speed automatic transmission.

With used BMW 1 Series models, you’ll also find a choice of drivetrains, from front wheel drive, four wheel drive and rear wheel drive (which has been discontinued on new 1 Series models 2019 onwards). Something to consider when viewing BMW 1 used cars for sale, if this is an important factor for you.

So, when buying a used BMW 1 Series, be sure to think about the specification that you want. Another tip is finance. How will you pay for the car?

At Dick Lovett BMW, we offer flexible finance deals, including Personal Contract Purchase (PCP), and Hire Purchase (HP). This gives you a choice of how you pay for your car, and whether you want to own it at the end of the payment period, or have the freedom to make that decision later on. You can read more about finance options and plans here.

If you have a current BMW you wish to sell to use as part exchange towards your next vehicle, your Dick Lovett dealership can give you a quote to buy it from you. Go to the ‘sell my BMW’ page here.

Dick Lovett BMW is a credit broker not a lender.

^{†Representative 7.9% APR and £700 deposit contribution available on BMW Select (PCP) (30-60 months) or Hire Purchase ( 36-60 months) agreements for Approved Used BMW iX1, iX, iX2 iX3, i4, i5, i5 Touring, current 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid models, i7 or 7 Series Plug-in Hybrid models ordered between 01 April 2026 and 30 June 2026 and delivered by 31 July 2026. All vehicles must have been registered between 1 October 2024 and 28 February 2026 and be at least 4 months old and not more than 18 months old at the point of entering into the finance agreement. Not to be used in conjunction with other campaign offers. Offer may be varied, withdrawn or extended at any time. Subject to availability.}

^{Finance available subject to credit acceptance to UK residents aged 18 or over. Guarantees and indemnities may be required. If you choose Select (PCP), optional final payment and option to purchase fee not payable if you opt to return the vehicle at the end of the agreement (vehicle condition, excess mileage and other charges may be payable). Terms and conditions apply. Offer may be varied, withdrawn or extended at any time. ‘BMW Select’ is a form of hire-purchase agreement provided by BMW Financial Services, Summit ONE, Summit Avenue, Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 0FB. You will have a 14 day statutory right to withdraw from the agreement.}

^{Dick Lovett BMW introduces customers to a selected panel of lenders, which includes BMW Financial Services. We receive a fixed commission for introducing you to BMW Financial Services calculated by reference to the vehicle or as a percentage of the amount you borrow. We do not have any discretion to vary the interest rate or APR you pay under your finance agreement. An introduction from us does not amount to independent financial advice.}

^{**Representative 8.9% APR available on a BMW Select (PCP) (30-60 months) or Hire Purchase agreements (36-60 months) for Approved Used BMW iX1, iX, iX2 iX3, i4, i5, i5 Touring and i7 models ordered between 01 April 2026 and 30 June 2026 and delivered by 31 July 2026. All vehicles must have been registered between 1 October 2022 and 30 November 2024 and be at least 19 months old and no more than 42 months old at the point of entering into the finance agreement. Not to be used in conjunction with other campaign offers). Offer may be varied, withdrawn or extended at any time. Subject to availability. Participating Retailers only.}

^{Finance available subject to credit acceptance to UK residents aged 18 or over. Guarantees and indemnities may be required. If you choose Select (PCP), optional final payment and option to purchase fee not payable if you opt to return the vehicle at the end of the agreement (vehicle condition, excess mileage and other charges may be payable). Terms and conditions apply. ‘BMW Select’ is a form of hire-purchase agreement provided by BMW Financial Services, Summit ONE, Summit Avenue, Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 0FB. You will have a 14-day statutory right to withdraw from the agreement. Dick Lovett BMW introduces customers to BMW Financial Services only and does not receive any commission or other payment for the introduction. The introduction does not amount to independent financial advice. Your Retailer will receive fixed commission for introducing customers to BMW Financial Services.}

^{Dick Lovett (Bristol) Ltd is directly authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for the brokering of Consumer Credit under Firm Reference Number 677067. Dick Lovett (Specialist Cars) Ltd is directly authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for the brokering of Consumer Credit under Firm Reference Number 673789. Dick Lovett (Hungerford) Ltd is directly authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for the brokering of Consumer Credit under Firm Reference Number 665120. Dick Lovett (Bath) Ltd is directly authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for the brokering of Consumer Credit under Firm Reference Number 690052.}

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