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Spied: 2013 BMW 1-Series Hybrid

19 Nov 2009 23:40:00 PST

Written by noreply@blogger.com (My Blog)
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...

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

19 Nov 2009 01:54:50 PST

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!!!

Original story at Craigslist BMW M3 Sedan .

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Spy shots: BMW 1-series hybrid spotted in Munich

18 Nov 2009 21:56:00 PST

Written by Sam Abuelsamid
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...

Original story at Autoblog .

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Opinion: BMW, Toyota Don't Make IIHS 2010 Top Safety List

17 Nov 2009 21:00:01 PST

Written by Matt Hardigree
Small Cars Honda Civic 4-door models (except Si) with optional electronic stability control Kia Soul Nissan Cube Subaru Impreza except WRX Volkswagen Golf 4-door Small SUVs Honda Element Jeep Patriot with optional side torso airbags Subaru Forester Volkswagen Tiguan

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Opinion: MINI Admits Issues with MINI E Program

16 Nov 2009 02:44:02 PST

Written by Gabe
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...

Original story at MotoringFile .

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New luxury BMW 7-Series rolls into showrooms

10 Nov 2009 19:10:19 PST

Munich - BMW's new top range 760i and 760Li luxury models are now available on European markets with a newly developed all-aluminum twelve-cylinder power unit providing improved performance and vibration-damping qualities. Fitted with TwinPower Turbo...

Original story at Earthtimes.org .

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BMW news and blogs - November 20, 2009

20 Nov 2009 00:00:01 PDT

Below is today's roundup of news and blogs that haven't yet hit top story status by our community. Visit BMW news and blogs for even more news and blogs converage.

• Coming soon: Mini Cooper by Rolls-Royce -- by kleo from World Auto News & Reviews
• REPORT: New Lexus small car headed for U.S. by 2012 - perhaps sooner -- by Sam Abuelsamid from Autoblog Green
• MotoGP Superstar Valentino Rossi Laps the BMW M3 GTS, Wins BMW M Award -- from Automotive News & Auto Blog | Car Industry News & Blogs - Wide Open Throttle
• MINI USA VP on the Premium Market, the Countryman Delay & New US Dealers -- by Gabe from MotoringFile
• Valentino Rossi samples the BMW M3 GTS, drives away in M3 sedan -- from BMW
• Electric Rolls-Royce Phantom could arrive within a year -- by Sam Abuelsamid from Autoblog Green
• Light Graffiti: Cool Camera Trick Makes Cool Cars Look More Cool [Car Art] -- by Ben Wojdyla from Jalopnik
• Rolls Royce MINI Confirmed? -- by Gabe from MotoringFile
• BMW prices the ActiveHybrid X6 starting at $89,725 -- by Sam Abuelsamid from Autoblog Green
• IIHS Reveals Top Safety Picks for 2010; Ford Wins Big, Toyota and BMW Snubbed -- from Automotive News & Auto Blog | Car Industry News & Blogs - Wide Open Throttle

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BMW Finally Acknowledges Inline-Six, Sticks It In A Motorcycle [Motorcycles]

09 Nov 2009 21:40:00 PST

Written by Wes Siler
While BMW cars have spent the last two decades moving away from the inline-six that made them so famous, it looks like BMW motorcycles are soon going to adopt the configuration for a production bike. Highly compact and dynamic six-cylinder.

Original story at Jalopnik .

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RESULTS PREVIEW: BMW expected to show some Q3 improvement

02 Nov 2009 09:46:00 PST

Although BMW has barely benefited from Europe's scrappage incentives which have mainly boosted small car sales, the firm is expected by some analysts to post improved third quarter financial results tomorrow (November 3rd).

Original story at just-auto.com .

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Opinion: 1995 BMW 840Ci For a Wife-Sized $10,999! [Nice Price Or Crack Pipe]

02 Nov 2009 04:00:00 PST

Written by Graverobber
A halo car must have a presence. Whether it be in its dramatic countenance or commanding proportions. The BMW E-31 8-series had both these factors playing in its favor when it was introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1989. With a nose reminiscent of the original BMW turbo, pillar-less co...

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Opinion: REPORT: Evidence mounting that 2010 Audi S4 is underrated

28 Oct 2009 17:25:00 PDT

Written by Jonny Lieberman
Everyone knows that the BMW 335i is the most underrated car currently on the market in terms of raw thrust and grunt. BMW claims 300 hp and 300 torques, but even dogs know that BMW's trick 3.0-liter twin-turbo engine puts out much closer to 350 hp and 350 tire-spinning pound feet of torque. Why?...

Original story at Autoblog .

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Hot BMW e36 M3 Parts (fremont / union city / newark) $1

21 Oct 2009 01:36:47 PDT

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Autoblog Podcast #147

29 Sep 2009 14:15:00 PDT

Written by Dan Roth
Episode #147 of the Autoblog Podcast is ready for your consumption. Chris calls in to Sam and Dan, and the trio bites into a few timely topics. BMW's move to put its turbo 4.4 liter V8 into the M5 is our first subject of conversation, before moving on to more powertrain news with the rumors that th...

Original story at Autoblog .

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1997 BMW M3 Sedan 5-spd Manual, 85K miles, Dinan Exhaust, All Services (fremont / union city / newark) $14800

27 Sep 2009 06:45:56 PDT

I am a long-time BMW enthusiast. M3 sedans were only built in 1997 and 1998, and only 1 out of 4 M3 Sedans is stick shift. This 97 M3 has 85K miles on it. Within the last 5000 miles, it had heater core, radiator, BMW metal propeller water pump and all the major cooling system parts replaced. The only p...

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BMW pushes green envelope

01 Sep 2009 04:18:00 PDT

But it is interesting to note how engineers are also refining the incumbent and prevalent automotive powertrain technology. Yes, the fossil-fuel burning internal combustion engine and its associated power delivery systems are becoming more efficient at a rate that looks, to me, rath...

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Opinion: BMW throws big cash on the hoods of its U.S. diesel offerings

23 Jul 2009 15:58:00 PDT

Written by Chris Shunk
BMW is offering the rebates on the X5 35d and 335d as an "Eco Credit" to supplement Cash for Clunkers. BMW points out that on top of the up to $4,500 in incentives, buyers of the Bavarian diesels are also eligible for tax credits of $900 for the 335d and $1,800 for the X5 35d. And since the oil-burn...

Original story at Autoblog .

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BMW to introduce more powerful and efficient version of twin-turbo 3.0-liter diesel

23 Jun 2009 13:42:00 PDT

Written by Sam Abuelsamid
BMW has just announced an upgraded version of its 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder diesel engine. The new version retains the same displacement, yet output for the European spec version is increased from 286 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque to 306 hp and 442 lb-ft. At the same time, fuel cons...

Original story at AutoblogGreen .

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Podcast: White Roof Radio #297, Part 1

15 Jun 2009 20:05:25 PDT

Written by DB
The Woofcast is back! So much in fact that we had to split it into 2 parts this week. Starting off tonight, Todd and Gabe spend some time getting caught up, including Gabe’s latest BMW press cars. Of course, this is the MINI Cooper Podcast, so they finished off talking about news [...]

Original story at MotoringFile .

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Podcast: Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 5.28.09

28 May 2009 17:20:00 PDT

Written by John Neff
First Ride: BMW F 800 GS Chris, Sam, and Dan toss the ball around this week discussing the Lexus HS250h, the Toyota Prius's newfound chassis grace, the production version of the BMW 5-Series GT, Cadillac's sharp new SRX, and of course, a few questions.Other news of import

Original story at Autoblog .

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Review: 2009 BMW 335i sedan

28 May 2009 15:11:19 PDT

CA Found on BMWs for more than 30 years, this style sport seat has long been a favorite of those who relish curves as well as straight-line comfort. Kudos also to the thick leather-wrapped steering wheel. Rather than creating a square-bottom or ...

Original story at Leftlane .

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BMW X6 Review

02 Feb 2009 03:14:53 PST

Written by rss@youtube.com (bmwcar88a)
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How To: VideoTuning 5 - A Volkswagen GTI with a Z touch ;)

19 Jan 2009 10:48:40 PST

Written by rss@youtube.com (ruifootman)
This VideoTuning brings to you a transformation of a Volkswagen GTi with some parts of BMW Z4, and other modifications, visit my channel to watch detailed tutorial ( VirtualTuning Series ), because VideoTunings are summaries of what you can watch in Virtual Tuning Series. Another creat...

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BMW may show two different electric concepts in 2009

28 Dec 2008 16:49:00 PST

Written by Sam Abuelsamid
Over at the BMW Blog, they have managed to get hold of a copy of what is believed to be BMW's 2009 product introduction roadmap. The Munich automaker will be introducing a wide array of new production vehicles next year including a new Z4 roadster and hybrid versions of both the new 7-series s...

Original story at AutoblogGreen .

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Autoblog Podcast #98

18 Jun 2008 09:01:00 PDT

Written by Dan Roth
Filed under: Concept Cars, Motorsports, Podcasts, Coupes, Sedans/Saloons, BMW, Cadillac, Ford, Jaguar, Celebrities, Special/Limited EditionsWe're back for a fifth week in a row, a recent record at the very least. Chris, Sam, and Dan edge us ever closer to number 100 with Autoblog Pod...

Original story at Autoblog .

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Patch: BMW 135i Official Photos

11 Oct 2007 10:20:40 PDT

UPDATE: BMW 135i - live shots BMW released today the first official photos of the BMW 135i coupe. The BMW 1 series Coupe will be available at first in Europe with three engines to choose from: - 135i with a 3 liter inline 6 cylinders engine,... Complete text here: BMW 135i Official Photos

Original story at ZerCustoms .

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Podcast: Chrysler Slice Up?

21 May 2007 21:00:00 PDT

Cerberus takes 80 percent of Chrysler. GM celebrates hydrogen power. In Talkin. Tech, is aluminum the key to creating a safe form of hydrogen for pollution free cars and trucks? Plus BMW builds it own, the history of traffic, Taurus crash results

Original story at BusinessWeek .

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