Showing posts with label BMW. Show all posts
Showing posts with label BMW. Show all posts

Saturday, October 29, 2011

BMW 325i Convertible E30 wants to be an 8-Series when it Grows Up


While there's only a single digit gap between the E30 and E31 codenames, in reality, these two BMW models couldn't be more different from each other.

The E30, a.k.a. the 1983-1991 3-Series, represented the firm's entry-level family car in the 1980s, while the E31, more widely known as the 8-Series, was the brand's flagship GT coupe in the 1990s.

But one German owner had the bright idea of taking a 1989 325i Convertible (albeit with pre-1987 tail lamps) and fusing the front end of an 850i Coupe on its nose. Of course, there was a slight problem with the width of the 8-Series fascia that was solved by…removing one of the BMW kidney grilles.

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Friday, October 28, 2011

2011 BMW M3 Review

BMW M3

The BMW 1 Series M Coupe is a high performance version of  BMW 1 Series Coupé, developed by BMW tuning BMW subsidiary M. Today is the smallest model M and the cheapest available. The name was chosen to avoid confusion with the original BMW M1.
 
2011 BMW M3

BMW M Dr. Kay Segler boss officially announced the creation of the M variant of the BMW-1 Series Coupe, July 9, 2010, via a video on YouTube and official press release. On December 9, 2010, BMW has officially announced the details of your vehicle only on the Internet.
 
2011 BMW M3

Unlike other M models (like the M3 and M5), which uses the M-derived engines called SXX, 1-Series M Coupe uses the M-tuned version of the twin turbo N54engine, as found in the 335is and Z4sDrive35is. In addition, 3.0-liter 6-cylinder, direct injection produces 335 hp (250 kW) at 5900 rpm and 332 pounds · ft (450 Nm) of torque 1500-4500 rpm (and 369 pounds · ft (500 Nm ) overboost).
 

2011 BMW M3
 
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 2011 BMW M3
 
Redline is 7,000 rpm. Official 00-60 mph time is 4.7 seconds, quarter mile (~ 400 m) in 13.2 seconds. The car is electronically limited to 155 mph (250 km / h) top speed. It is the M Drive button, which activates the program faster than gas. The only available transmission is a 6-speed manual, where M shift knob, dry sump lubrication system, and the final drive ratio of 3.15:1.
 
2011 BMW M3

Living in the BMW 1 Series M Coupe has been changed as well, so the car a much wider track and bigger body and a subtle body kit to distinguish it from standard 1-series. Although the larger car, which is 77 pounds (35 kg) lighter than when the weight is 3296 pounds (1495 kg).
 
2011 BMW M3
The 1 Series M Coupe is available in Valencia Orange and Black Sapphire color, both metal. Only non-metallic colors are alpine white. All 1 M Coupe is equipped with wheels Y alloy style 359.
 
2011 BMW M3

BMW Begins Regular Production of new 2012 3-Series Sedan


With the official presentation out of the way, the BMW Group began series production of its new premium sedan, the 2012 3-Series, at is Munich plant in Germany as it prepares for its worldwide market launch in February next year.

“The BMW 3 Series is the most important volume-produced model from the BMW Group as well as the biggest-selling model in the entire premium segment," said Frank-Peter Arndt, Member of the BMW AG Board of Management responsible for production.

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Thursday, October 27, 2011

A Look at Some of the More Odd Creations of BMW's Individual Division


For the past few decades, BMW's Individual customization division has been catering to the needs of the Bavarian firm's more affluent clientele that are willing to dig a little bit deeper into their pockets to personalize their vehicles.

The firm's Individual workshop promises to fulfill almost any wishes as long as they comply with safety requirements and legal stipulations.

And while one client's request to base all colors used on an M6 Coupe around a Hawaiian Koawood trim worked out nicely (see video here), we can't say the same for the lamb wool floor mats found on a 2008 7-Series or the custom fabric interior trim on the 1992 7-Series.

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BMW wants you to get into the Christmas Spending Spirit


We're two months away from Christmas, which means most companies are ramping up their efforts to…occupy your wallet. Even carmakers can’t resist the temptation to propose some gifts.

Among the first automakers to launch their Christmas goods is BMW. The Bavarian automaker claims that its online-shop has a little something for everybody, be that your mother, father, sibling, daughter or son, including clothing, sporting goods, children’s products, miniatures, luggage, and accessories.

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Wednesday, October 26, 2011

First Spy Shots of 2013 BMW 3-Series Coupe or New 4-Series


Now that didn't take long, did it? No sooner than BMW revealed the sixth-generation of its 3-Series saloon and the first camouflaged prototypes of the coupe model have hit the streets of Germany to begin their final stages of testing.

For those of you confused with our title, unconfirmed reports citing insider sources claim that BMW is contemplating the use of odd numbers for its family models such as sedans and station wagons and even numbers for its sportier vehicles like the X6 and the two door version of the 3-Series, which may be named 4-Series.

BMW had toyed around with the idea in the past but it never came to fruition. We still don't know for sure if the next 3-Series Coupe will be renamed or not.

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Rumors: Mercedes-Benz to Resurrect Straight-Six Engines?


If there is one company that is widely renowned for its perfectly smooth straight-six engines, that would most certainly be BMW. The truth is though the Bavarian firm's arch-rival Mercedes-Benz also has a long history of using the exact same type of engine before it switched to a more space-efficient V6 layout.

Now, Britain's CAR magazine is reporting that Mercedes has signed-off a completely new family of engines for 2015, which aside from smaller V8s and a fresh batch of four-cylinder power plants, surprisingly enough, also includes a new generation of straight six units.

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Tuesday, October 25, 2011

BMW X5 Limousine Review


BMW limousine is the most exclusive in the market. The BMW X5 limo has all the latest features and make the special day or night.


BMW ruled the automotive industry for many years to come out with cars that are very powerful, the X5 is an excellent vehicle that looks great and the engine has to support it. He was known as the largest automaker BMW has given the limousine as expected to arrive in limousines X5 Midlands.

BMW Limousine

X5 limousines is a much larger version of the X5 vehicle and has extreme features in the limousine that will make a special day or night. With our exclusive limousine,limousine chrome wheels will be the best at everything.

BMW Limousine

The X5 limousine is ready and available for hire for any occasion, including weddings, hen nights and stag dinners as well as major sporting events. This limousine will turn heads, so do not miss today and hire.


BMW Limousine

BMW Limousine

BMW Limousine

BMW Limousine

Saloon X5 is equipped with the latest technologies, such as TV, DVD, bar and disco lights so it has a great night.

X5 is known as a monster on the road, but also, you can decide what is called the limousine limousines taking on Midlands today and we will combine our excellent service to this great limousines and make it a trip to remember for all our customers.

BMW Limousine

So do not miss taking a new X5 limousine today and be seen only in this prestigious and largest limousine service life to turn his head as our drivers to drive is out of fashion.

BMW Limousine

BMW’s M Division wants to Develop a Mercedes SLS AMG Rival


BMW boasts quite an extensive range of models, from the base 1-Series hatchback to the flagship M variants and everything in between. Hatchbacks, coupes, saloons, estates, hybrids, SUVs, you name it and there is at least one model with the red and blue badge on it. Recently, even a diesel-powered X6 M was spotted making the rounds at the Nordschleife.

The M division's engineers, though, think that there's something missing. In a recent interview, the F10 M5's project leader Max Ahme revealed that the company is currently considering a pure supercar – something it lacked since the Lamborghini-built M1 that was produced between 1978 and 1981.

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BMW Takes us on a Historical Journey of its Large Coupe and Convertible Models at its Museum


One of the star attractions for automotive enthusiasts visiting the German city of Munich is BMW's recently redone 53,000 square foot museum. Along with the permanent exhibitions, the Bavarian brand's museum also hosts special events dedicated to a certain period or line of vehicles.

Starting from October 28, 2011 and until the end of September 2012, the BMW Museum will present a special exhibition devoted to the development of the firm's large coupe and convertible models throughout the years.

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Monday, October 24, 2011

"Sporting Passion" Theme Takes Center Role in BMW's Campaign for the New 3-Series Sedan


The next generation of the BMW Group's most important volume model, the brand-new 3-Series sedan, made its world premiere in Munich a fortnight ago ahead of its global sales launch in February of 2012.

Today, the Bavarian automaker announced the first details on the ad campaign for the new premium saloon that makes its debut online through BMW's websites and Facebook pages with print media and TV to follow at the beginning of February.

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Friday, October 21, 2011

I Know What You Did Last Corner: BMW Joins the Networked Car/Roadside Brigade


Now that the fuel consumption and CO2 emissions issue seem to subside, automakers are tuning to the latest fad in car technology: “intelligent” driving.

In plain English, it means state-of-the-art infotainment systems than enable cars to “see” ahead and “talk” to each other, warning the driver of possibly dangerous situations. After General Motors, BMW also jumps on the bandwagon of “connected” vehicles and infrastructure.

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Wednesday, October 19, 2011

SPIED: 2014 BMW M3 F30 Show Up on the Nürburgring Track


Here are some fresh photos of the upcoming, next generation BMW M3 sports sedan wearing some swirly patches of camouflage while testing on the infamous "Green Hell".

Since the last time we posted scoop pictures of the new M3, BMW presented the regular versions of its new 3 sedan, codenamed F30, with the M Sport Package models giving us a taste of what to expect from the golden-boy of the series.

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Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Politically Incorrect Video Presentation of the New 2012 BMW M5 F10 Sports Sedan


Do you dislike watching powerful rear-wheel drive cars burn rubber, drift around corners and roundabouts and generally be driven in a manner that many would consider politically incorrect?

Then we strongly suggest that you move on and avoid viewing the video presentation of the new 560-horsepower BMW M5 sports saloon from Hungarian TV Show Totalcar and its presenter who could easily be mistaken for Hugh Jackman's long-lost young brother from the x-Men series.

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2012 BMW 3-Series Sedan Online Configurator Goes Live


BMW is wasting no time to get fans of the new 2012 3-Series saloon in a spending mood even though the car won't go on sale before February next year.

After the comprehensive presentation that even included details on the M Sport package that will be available for order in the summer of 2012, BMW released an online configurator that allows consumers to create the 3-Series of their dreams.

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Monday, October 17, 2011

2014 BMW M3 Sedan F30 and 3-Series Coupe Speculatively Rendered


Given the close proximity in the designs of BMW's outgoing E90 and the newly revealed F30 3-Series saloons, it's not hard to imagine what the rest of the range will look like.

The crew over from PS-Garage sent us these speculative renderings of the next-generation M3 sedan that we recently scooped testing in Germany and the upcoming coupe model.

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BMW Group to Launch MINI Brand in India in Early 2012, Prices to Start from Over 25 Lakh or $51k


The BMW Group's MINI brand is getting ready to add another important market to its belt as the Bavarian automaker announced on Monday that it will launch the firm's small premium models in India starting from 2012.

"I am pleased to announce that the Mini will be introduced in India in 2012," said BMW India President Andreas Schaaf. "We had developed a new Mini ten years ago from the scratch. India is the only country where Mini has not been introduced. So, I think, it will be as successful here as in other countries."

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Sunday, October 16, 2011

2012 BMW 3-series

2012 BMW 3-series, BMW is an official product which was launched yesterday (14/10) in Munich, Germany. Simultaneously, the prime variants that were presented include 320d, EfficientDynamics 320, 328i and 335i. The follow-up product that will appear in March 2012, among others, 318d, 330d, 325d and 335d.
Exterior
As head of BMW's design team, Adrian von Hooydonk, giving a touch of style in a slightly different variation of the 'family' before. The most tangible result of changes Hooydonk is a form of Bonet, the portion of the trunk, headlights and of course the pull of the line side of the body.

The sixth generation of coded F30 has a change in dimensions of length 4623 mm, which means 93 mm longer than the previous product. The width of the body this time slightly smaller 4 mm to 1.811mm and 9 mm taller (1429 mm, now). Such changes would impact on a wheelbase that extends to be 2810 (+50 mm) and distance of the front foot 1543 (+37 mm_), rear 1583 mm (+47 mm).

Interior
Look into the cabin, BMW provides a spacious, at least from the previous product. It is characterized by increased leg room and head room of 15 mm 8 mm as a result of the splitting dimension.
In terms of design, it looks like BMW want to provide convenience for the driver in operating some of the features that are arranged nicely and skewering the iDrive is located in the center console. All such information and additional navigation tools can be viewed on the monitor model 'free standing'.

Machine
3 Series is known for its performance and qualified personnel. Above reason the change and the election machinery is considered by this German manufacturer. As the use of 2.0-liter diesel engine that has proven its performance will be planted on 320d variants.
As for the 328i variants, there is a replacement engine that now uses the twin-scroll turbo technology complete with piezo-valve direct injection, Valvetronic and double VANOS variable. The result, cardiac pacemaker capable of spraying power maximum 242 HP.

Legs - Legs
To give a sense of steady driving, 3 Series has a double wishbone suspension system at the front and rear multi-link sector which is equipped with a variable damping control.

For the circumference of the wheel a few variants have different sizes ranging from 16, 17, 18 inches to 19 inches for the variant M. Series 3 will compete in the global marketplace as the Audi A4, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Volvo S60.

Best Car 2011 BMW M3 GTS Reviews

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Best Car 2011 BMW M3 GTS. The ability to mount GTS eight-cylinder BMW M3, while still having an area of ​​4.4 liters and more in an attempt to reach 450 horsepower has a data architecture and abstruse anon agitated in motorsports. A flood of absolute capacity to advance through a field of application of advanced engine division that characterizes the exceptional success of the V8, with its concept of acceleration.

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The archetypal aspect of a racing engine crankcase covers made of aluminum-silicon adaptation and complete mixing in the design of motherboards, only butterflies Burke, knock sensor technology ionic wind, and oil accumulation optimized for wet sump absolute dynamic force.

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High-performance system for anchoring the look 2011 BMW M3 GTS anchored six-piston in front and four pistons on the rear wheels. Race-oriented start-ups to activate the DSC stability control is considered absolute abeyant activating the BMW M3 GTS. Rings of different sizes in the foreground and the back of the active twin-spoke 19-inch M light-alloy wheels competition wheel architecture guarantees optimal dispatch from the road, and the anchor arms.





Best Car 2011 BMW M3 GTS

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Friday, October 14, 2011

2012 BMW 3-Series Video Galore: See the Ins and Outs of the Sedan Model on Film


Today was a very important day for BMW as the Bavarian manufacturer finally lifted the veil off its bread-and-butter model, the sixth generation of the 3-Series sedan. Fittingly, the world premiere took place at BMW's home town of Munich.

But you already know that as we brought you all the details and a mega gallery with more than 140 high-resolution pictures of the F30 along with a separate post on the M Sport Package earlier in the day.

Now it's time to share with you a plethora of videos showing the new 3-Series saloon from all angles, inside and out as well as on the road. You can watch all clips in 1080p hd right after the jump.

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