I still miss my M135i,over 4 months on and they still haven't sold it!. 
Trade in values are all over the place for Golfs just now.BMW new car big discounts just add to the confusion. 
If you dont mind me asking, was it manual or auto you m135i?
and if manual did it still crackle and pop on the overrun
Mine was an Auto.8 speed and the best in the business.You have to try one before you go manual.Always in the right gear at the right time.The facelifted version has synced the sat nav (even when switched off), with the auto gearbox for even more greatness!.
The noise on start up is just fantastic.You will keep your windows and/or door open just to hear it firing up.

Was getting av 33pmg on mine (mixed conditions).Pretty good considering the performance.
Best looking in 3 door Estoril Blue or Mineral Grey.Or maybe Valencia orange (Ginger) at a push.
