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Spied: 2013 BMW 1-Series Hybrid

We expect the hybrid 1-series to be based on a three- or four-cylinder gas engine, and, as in the ActiveHybrid 7, the electric motor will give the little car a bit of extra boost and save you fuel in city driving. (The X6 hybrid is a more complex full hybrid that can run on electricity alone.) Of c...
Thu, Nov 19 | from dikarockz (Blogspot)

Opinion: MINI Admits Issues with MINI E Program

Recently MINI revealed to us some insight into the current MINI E field trial program. We got to drive the car (a review is coming) and we talked about some of the insight that they have gotten from the program launched earlier this year. There is little question that the MINI E field trial was a...
Mon, Nov 16 | from MotoringFile

E30 BMW Vert 2JZ-GTE (santa rosa) $6500

I have a E30 BMW 325i convertible with a 2JZ-GTE (Supra Twin Turbo) motor and R154 (MKIII Supra Turbo) Transmission. MODS: Alpine amp Great drift/track car and even daily driver. Handles amazingly. Has a lot of power. These engines are known to make 800-1,000 HP on STOCK internals!!!
Thu, Nov 19 | from Craigslist BMW M3 Sedan

Spy shots: BMW 1-series hybrid spotted in Munich

The 1 Series hybrid will take on the production version of the Lexus LF-Ch concept recently shown at the Frankfurt Motor Show when it hits the market in late 2011 or early 2012. The Lexus is similar in size to the 1er, but will only be offered as a hybrid, while the 1 will retain conventional pow...
Wed, Nov 18 | from Autoblog

MINI USA VP on the Premium Market, the Countryman Delay & New US Dealers

We’ve heard the notion before that, with the MINI, BMW brought premium to the small car segment. While that could be argued with a number of earlier products (all available outside the US) it’s hard to argue anyone has ever done it better. This video of MINI USA Vice President Jim McDowell is a...
Thu, Nov 19 | from MotoringFile

BMW prices the ActiveHybrid X6 starting at $89,725

For a mere $89,725 you can have your pick of questionable V8 powered BMW X6s. For that price tag you can get the monster 555 hp X6 M or the new the new ActiveHybrid X6. Unlike Mercedes-Benz, which has opted to only make the ML450 hybrid available for lease, BMW will sell the ActiveHybrid X6 to all...
Thu, Nov 19 | from Autoblog

1988 E30 M3 for a Fender-Blistering $39,000! [Nice Price Or Crack Pipe]

BMW claims to build Ultimate Driving Machines. And while a number of their mid-eighties efforts belied that assertion, Nice Price or Crack Pipe has an E30 that ultimately you're going to want to drive. Nice Price or Crack Pipe: 1988 BMW M3 for $39,000.(opinion)
Tue, Nov 17 | from Jalopnik

REPORT: New Lexus small car headed for U.S. by 2012 - perhaps sooner

Lexus introduced its LF-Ch concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September and it's believed to be a shoo-in for production for the European market. However, The Detroit Bureau is reporting that Lexus is considering bringing the compact hybrid to the U.S. market as well. If it does come here...
Fri, Nov 20 | from Autoblog

BMW 5-Series GT Pricing Starts At $64,725 [Car Pricing]

It's got a 4.4-liter V8 with 400 HP and 450 lb-ft of torque, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and a 0-60MPH time of 5.4 seconds, but it sure can't outrun the ugly. Making it even more obscene, Ze Germans expect you to pony up $64,725 for the privilege of driving the base model BMW 550i GT. Start t...
Wed, Nov 18 | from Jalopnik

All San Francisco Side Stand Up Podcast

Jennifer Bromme, owner and head mechanic of Werkstatt Motorcycle Repair in San Francisco tells the story of starting Werkstatt, what's it like to be owner of the most popular motorcycle repair shop in SF, her antique bikes/pet projects, and her wild travels and racing activities. Jenni...
Mon, Nov 16 | from carlaking.typepad.com

Coming soon: Mini Cooper by Rolls-Royce

The AIADA newsletter reported that according to CNN, carmaker MINI is preparing to launch a new special edition of the subcompact icon outfitted by its ultra-luxury cousin Rolls-Royce. Both British automakers are owned by Germany’s BMW. The special edition cars will go into production...
Fri, Nov 20 | from World Auto News & Reviews

Valentino Rossi samples the BMW M3 GTS, drives away in M3 sedan

Filed under: Motorsports, Coupe, Performance, BMW, Motorcycle Valentino Rossi drives the BMW M3 GTS - Click above for high-res image gallery After securing his record ninth MotoGP title, there's little doubt that Valentino Rossi is the fastest man on...
Thu, Nov 19 | from Autoblog

1996 BMW M3 - DINAN supercharger and suspension (santa rosa) $14000

1996 BMW M3 106,xxx miles Sport Package Five speed Arctic Silver exterior Dove Gray interior UUC short shifter with BMW E46 ZHP shift knob Polyurethane rear shock mounts Second owner Clean title and carfax I bought this car in January, and am not driving it enough to do it justice.
Mon, Nov 16 | from Craigslist BMW M3 Sedan

MotoGP Superstar Valentino Rossi Laps the BMW M3 GTS, Wins BMW M Award

If you know who Michael Schumacher is (and if you're reading Motor Trend Online, you probably do) you may have also heard of Valentino Rossi, a man who is largely considered to be the Schumi of the motorcycle world. Rossi...
Fri, Nov 20 | from wot.motortrend.com

Electric Rolls-Royce Phantom could arrive within a year

Out of the UK, Autocar is reporting that an electric drive version of the Rolls-Royce Phantom could hit the streets within 12 months. We've been hearing about battery-powered Rollers for some time now, but the rumors seem to be heating up. BMW, Rolls' parent company, has been getting more h...
Thu, Nov 19 | from Autoblog

MINI E vs the MINI D – Which Would You Rather See in the US?

It appears that not only has the MINI Cooper D (in hatch form) been shelved for the US market, but it would now seem the a diesel Countryman has been as well. Costs are the big issue but beyond that BMW just doesn’t believe MINI USA could sell enough of the diesel powered MINIs to make up for the fe...
Mon, Nov 16 | from MotoringFile

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