Dynamic ability, comfort, efficiency, aesthetic allure and a profusion of innovations designed to enhance driving pleasure – the BMW 5 Series contains all the signature ingredients of a best-selling model at the premium end of the executive segment. Indeed, consistently rising … Continue reading

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Dinan builds A 1 Series M
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In 1-series, Featured Posts, on April 12th, 2010

The new BMW M1, or whatever name will carry, won’t be available for another year or so, but that doesn’t stop the respectable BMW tuner from coming out with their own version of the rumored M1 model….or at least, something … Continue reading
“Power Green Metallic” BMW 120i Coupe
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In 1-series, Featured Posts, on April 9th, 2010

We have seen all sort of “crazy” colors on BMWs, from matte Orange to Gold metallic and Ontario Gold, but today, we have something quite unique. During his visit in Leipzig, our own Benny over at BimmerToday, captured some photos … Continue reading
BMW survey reveals that 1-series owners ‘think it’s FWD’
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In 1-series, on March 24th, 2010

UK magazine Autocar reports based on a BMW survey revealed recently by BMW’s CEO Norbert Reithofer that four out of five BMW 1-series drivers think their car is front-wheel drive. The survey came as a surprised to BMW, a fact … Continue reading
BMW 130i Comes Right at the Top of the Auto Bild Long-Term Test Ranking
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In 1-series, on January 26th, 2010

The BMW 130i is the big winner of the long-term test ranking by one of Germany’s leading car journals, Auto Bild. Covering 100,000 kilometres or more than 62,000 miles without the slightest problem, BMW’s sporting compact not only achieved the … Continue reading
An (early) farewell to the 1 Series Hatch
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In 1-series, on January 21st, 2010

I remember first seeing the 1 Series back in September 2004 – also my first trip to Bavaria. I came with my dad to a BMW dealership in Rosenheim, a city 40 miles away from Munich. The showroom was rather … Continue reading
Analysis: BMW 1 Series Coupe Styling
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In BMW 135i, on January 20th, 2010

The Amish are renowned for their restrained appearance, and a well crafted simplicity. Loath to emulate what they view as the discordant modern world, they have shunned any affect of modernity. Amish building and furniture making is highly praised but … Continue reading
Photo Gallery: BMW 135i Coupe and Convertible Model Year 2010
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In BMW 135i, on January 18th, 2010

Starting with March 2010, the BMW 135i Coupe and Convertible models will be powered for the first time by the inline six cylinder gasoline engine combining TwinPower Turbo with High Precision Injection and Valvetronic. The new engine, codename N55, made … Continue reading
NAIAS 2010: BMW 135i Coupe with 7-Speed DCT
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In BMW 135i, on January 13th, 2010

At the Detroit Auto Show 2010, BMW brought out an existing upgraded model, destined for the enthusiasts in the BMW community. The 2010 BMW 135i Coupe makes a transition from the several times award winning N54 six-cylinder twin-turbo engine to … Continue reading
2011 BMW 135i Coupe and Convertible get twin-scroll N55 3.0 liter engine
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In BMW 135i, on January 11th, 2010

BMW’s EfficientDynamics philosophy continues with the 2011 135i Coupe and Convertible models which feature the company’s latest twin-scroll turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six cylinder engine. Both models will feature the 7-speed Double-Clutch Transmission (DCT) as an option. The new six-cylinder (N55 … Continue reading