2010 BMW 760 & 760Li with new V12 engine

The day after Mercedes unveiled the the redesigned S-Class with the V12 S600, BMW drops the new 760i and 760Li with a new twin-turbo V12 engine. No ,it’s not an engine actually! BMW has put an atomic bomb under the bonnet!

536 hp and 750 nm of torque is the outcome of the new engine linked to a 8-speed ZF transmission and it does about 18 MPG (nearly 14 liter per 100km/h) with Euro5 standards. The result if this much power is 0-100 sprint of 4.5 seconds in a car as heavy as Titanic!

The 760i is a big car itself but if you want more you can have the long wheelbase version, 760Li which is 5.5 inch (~14 cm) longer than the normal one, making the car 5.2 meters long. As you expect the 7-series is loaded with features, apart from the usual garnish you get with car some of the most advanced gadgets in the 760 include : Lane Change Warning, lane-departure warning, Active Cruise Control with stop-and-go function, Night Vision with detection of individual persons, a head-up display, back-up camera, sideview system, high-beam assistant and adaptive headlights, including Bending Lights, variable light distribution and adaptive headlight range control. It also runs on big 19 inch wheels.

The new BMW 7er is not a pretty car of course, but unlike its predecessor, it has a secret charm which makes it desirable, and now with this magnificent powerplant it’s got all it needs to take on the mighty Mercedes. Oh, by the way! you have to say it looks very cool in white!

2009 BMW M3 Edition Model

Powerful, aesthetic design, supreme performance and exclusive style - the unique characteristics of the BMW M3 are now available in highly attractive Edition Models focusing on the most outstanding highlights of these outstanding cars.

Based on the BMW M3 Coupe, the M3 Edition Models offer a choice of no less than four highly individual cars boasting perfectly harmonised modifications in body design and interior features as well as special light-alloy wheels and an even lower chassis.

The BMW M3 Edition Models will be entering the market worldwide in July 2009 in Alpine White, Black, Dakar Yellow, and Monte Carlo Blue. In the interest of supreme exclusivity their production period is limited to just six months.

Individual highlights both outside and inside

On the BMW M3 Edition Models the exterior paintwork and interior design are individually matched to one another. Depending on the respective Edition model, the body comes either in Alpine White Non-Metallic, Black Non-Metallic, Dakar Yellow Non-Metallic or Monte Carlo Blue Metallic. The combination with BMW Individual High-Gloss Satin Chrome accentuates the truly sophisticated character of the Edition Models.

The openings on the engine compartment lid on all models are finished in black, the BMW kidney grille, the side gills and the dual tailpipes on the exhaust system come in dark eloxy-plated chrome. The caps on the special BMW M exterior mirrors are likewise finished in black and are connected to the A-pillars by dual arms extending out of the mirror base finished in body colour.

Special colour highlights add an individual touch also to the interior of the BMW M3 Edition Models. The surfaces on the centre armrest, the centre console and the armrests on the door panels are finished in White on the Alpine White and Black models. At the same time these Edition Models come with interior trim in Carbon Structure Leather with white contrasting seams. The seats in Black Novillo Leather feature bespoke contrasting seams as well as vertical trim stripes on the upper section of the backrest and at the front of the legrest. On the Alpine White and Black models, these features come in white, on the Dakar Yellow and Monte Carlo Blue models they are in the appropriate exterior colour.

As a further feature the armrests and door closing handles at the inside on the Dakar Yellow and Monte Carlo Blue models come with yellow and, respectively, blue contrasting seams. And last but certainly not least, entry trim bars in Checkered Flag Design bearing the "M3" model designation give all Edition Models yet another highlight.

Special rim design and lowered suspension

To optimise the looks of the car, all four Edition Models come with specially designed light-alloy rims and a unique suspension: On all models the 19-inch forged M light-alloy rims in double-spoke design are available either in black or in the classic rim colour. And on the Alpine White, Black and Monte Carlo Blue models, the same rims are also available in a special white contrasting colour with polished spokes.

The suspension of the BMW M3 Edition Models adds to the sporting style of the cars, lowering the entire body by 10 millimetres or 0.4".

BMW M3: Supreme performance with eight cylinders and seven gears

The BMW M3 Edition Models give this high-performance athlete a particularly striking look also reflected by the car’s supreme driving dynamics based on a unique all-round concept and drivetrain/suspension technology inspired by motorsport. The V8 high-speed power unit of the BMW M3 develops maximum output of 309 kW/420 hp from 4.0 litres.

Power is transmitted to the rear wheels either through the six-speed manual gearbox featured as standard or through the optional M double-clutch gearbox with Drivelogic enhancing both the dynamic performance and the all-round efficiency of the BMW M3 all in one. In this case acceleration to 100 km/h comes in 4.6 seconds (six-speed manual: 4.8 seconds) and average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle is 11.9 litres/23.7 mpg imp (six-speed manual: 12.4 litres/22.8 mpg imp)/100 kilometres.

The BMW M3 comes as standard with a lightweight carbon roof, while the options include Electronic Damper Control and the M Drive menu enabling the driver to configure individual, M-specific suspension and drivetrain functions just right for his personal style.

2007 BMW 335i 3 Series E90 - Deadly Weapon

2007 BMW 335i 3 Series E90 - Deadly Weapon

Nick Lakind's Murdered-Out BMW 335i Will Leave You For Dead.

January, 2010

BMW 335i The scene was set in Barstow, CA - two hours from Los Angeles and another two from Vegas - more than 300 BMW owners converged on an overflowing parking lot in the desert but what the hell is this BMW 335i doing here? We were at M-Fest 3 and most M owners snarled at the sight of 23 year-old Nick Lakind's non-M sedan.

As it sat under the harsh desert sun, with its matte black mask absorbing the heat, many people chuckled under the assumption this BMW couldn't hang with the M crowd. But you know what they say about assumptions...

You see, Nick's '07 335i isn't your average modified 3-Series. Like Rambo going into battle, his E90 is equipped with the right weapons to turn the smiles of M3 owners upside down.

The 3.0 bi-turbo motor has been dyno-tested up to 439whp. This is thanks to upgrades like software, catless exhaust, redesigned intake manifold and water/meth injection. So after M-Fest 3 we reconnected with Nick in Downtown Los Angeles to uncover this mysterious slaying machine.

From Mitsubishi Evos to Chevy Tahoes, Nick's been infatuated with modifying cars since he was old enough to drive. He had even owned a 5-Series but it wasn't customized to the extent of his 335i. "This is the first Euro I've gone crazy on," Nick stated. "I crashed my Evo twice; it was jinxed. So I wanted something as fast as an Evo but more comfortable. And it had to be a four-door as well; all my cars have been four-doors."

After a search for the perfect sedan, he visited his local BMW dealership and selected the 335i. A four-door M3 would have been the ultimate choice but "I chose the 335i because it was $30k less. And it's more tuneable for a lot less money. Plus, I love turbos," he explained.

With most factory turbo cars, the easiest way to gain horsepower is with software. So Nick contacted Burger Motorsports who set him up with its Juice Box piggyback harness. It remapped the ECU to preserve driveability without throwing engine codes. "I've seen cars dynoed with 60whp gains," Nick told us.

        

Rendering- 2010 BMW 5 Series

Days after an image that allegedly is the bumper of the 2010-11 BMW 5 Series propped up on BMW Blog, a talented Photoshop artist has constructed an entire BMW around it.

The lines on the next BMW 5 Series will be a lot fainter with the crease on the bonnet scraping the more rounded headlights. Lots of input will be taken from the new BMW 7 Series and the BMW CS concept. The front end design will be influenced by European Pedestrian Safety standards. The brake lights will be ironed out and will appear more like the BMW 3 Series’.

The car will enlarge a few centimeters, but the weight will be kept at the same level as the current BMW 5 Series, which was launched in 2004, and hasn’t seen many modifications since.

Codenamed F10, the 2010 BMW 5 Series will feature engines derived from the turbocharged engine range. The 540i gets the award winning 3.0 Twin Turbo Straight Six with around 305bhp and the 550i gets a 4.4 Twin Turbo V8 and the range is expected to have a turbocharged clean diesel as well.

2011 BMW 550I

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2012 BMW 3-series

Could this be the next design for the best seller in the BMW family, the 3 series? The current E90 BMW 3-series has only been on the market since 2005 but details about the next-gen model are already circulating with most agreeing that the next model will feature styling lifted from the Concept CS.

Due in 2012, the next BMW 3-series will be the first of a family of BMW cars with a more recognizable face derived from the original styling of the Shanghai concept.

With the new 3-series, designers will attempt to address criticisms of the current car’s awkward styling and lack of interior space. These renderings, compiled using information from sources close to the project show that the new car will have a pronounced kidney-grille with the air-intakes positioned on either side of the bumper just below the headlights.

New options for the 2012 3-series will include hybrid variants as well as the latest version of BMW’s Efficient Dynamics. The X-Drive AWD system is likely to gain favour thanks to a redesign of the system to reduce weight, which will only increase fuel consumption by 0.5L per 100km over RWD models.

Other features that may make it to production include night-vision devices, a heads-up display and radar safety systems.

2009 BMW M5 is Pure Sophistication

If you are looking to bring more sophistication to your life, the BMW M5, embodies class and style all with everything it stands for.

The M5 is equipped to take you and your entourage anywhere you want to go, equipped to seat five passengers comfortably, there is plenty of room for everyone to fit without feeling the least bit cramped.

Although the M5 appears to have a modest look, don’t let the exterior fool you. This BMW is probably faster than most other cars in its class. Not only does it beat out others with its fast speed it also has impeccable stopping capabilities as well as handling capabilities that will take turns and rough patches with ease.

This high speed BMW doesn’t just come with a speedy athletic package it also the brains the too. The M5 comes standard with an MDrive that is located on the steering wheel. The MDrive button will allow the driver to customized their favorite settings and the car will remember it for next time. If you travel a certain path to work every day, this BMW will memorize every mile you pass. Smart and sophisticated, what more could you ask for?

Because of a few added bells and whistles, this BMW M5 doesn’t come cheap, although above average, the price tag is well worth it. This car makes for a sophisticated drive that is flashy enough on both the interior and exterior to turn some heads and cause a little stir. Although it doesn’t live up the flashy flair of most BMW’s in its class, the M5 makes up for it with its brain and it’s brawn, leaving you anything but disappointment.

First 2009 BMW 7 Series

Those who do their daily shopping within the pages of the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book will be the first able to purchase the new 2009 BMW 7 Series beginning October 17th. The price of early adoption in this case will be a steep $160,000 for one of 31 Neiman Marcus Limited-Edition 2009 BMW Individual 7 Series sedans based on the new 750Li. While that price is tens of thousands above what we expect the 7 Series base price to be, buyers will get much more than just the car. Included in the asking price is a trip to Europe to take delivery of the special 7 Series at BMW's headquarters in Munich, after which buyers will tour the south of France in their new sedan. After the fun and frolicking, BMW will have the car shipped back to the U.S. for you. And, of course, you aren't just purchasing a standard 7 Series. Each model has been customized by BMW Individual and painted in a special Diopside Black metallic color with an interior stitched in Champagne Merino leather and accented with wood and Piano Black inserts. Is all that worth 160 large? That depends on how nice you want Christmas to be this year.

Gallery:2009 BMW 7 Series

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2009 BMW M6 Review

Considered a valuable addition to the BMW family line-up, this totally upscale luxury car is offered in two trims – 2009 BMW M6 Base Coupe and 2009 BMW M6 Base Convertible. The fabulous engine specification is mind-blowing – 5.0 liter V-10 engine pumping out 500 horsepower and 383 pound-foot of torque, along with enhanced suspension and brakes. The models come with a 7-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox, but the conventional 6-speed SMG is also available.

Both the coupe and the convertible are built using light weight aluminum and come equipped with some outstanding features like leather wrapped adjustable steering wheel with tilt and telescopic functions, carbon fiber roof panel, climate control with automatic dual control and micron filter, rain-sensing wipers, 6-disc remote changer CD player, AM/FM/satellite-capable radio, electrically adjustable driver and passenger seat with height adjustment, lumbar adjustment, thigh support and tilt adjustment etc. Other distinguishing features include 19-inch forged alloy wheels, heated leather sport front seats and BMW’s M Drive button on the steering wheel to access driving settings.

Standard safety features include 4 wheel ABS, dynamic stability control, dual two-stage airbags, side curtain airbag active knee protection airbag, electronic brake distribution, four disc brakes including four ventilated discs, in-vehicle BMW assist, remote keyless entry, theft deterrent radio and ignition disable, seat belt pre-tensioners, height adjustable safety belts etc.

Like all the BMW’s both the new M6 models will be sporting LED illumination, high intensity bi-xenon headlights, delay off headlamps and daytime running lights etc. This prestigious model has fully automatic exterior light control, window grid antenna, illuminated vanity mirrors, auto-dimming rear view mirror, a 2 v DC power outlet, standard Bluetooth compatibility and a navigation system with voice activation.

The power output of the new M6s is adjustable to three different power levels using the iDrive controls. Steering preferences and suspension can be combined and all sorts of these combinations can be manipulated with a twist of the iDrive knob. The electronically controlled gas-strut shocks and aluminum suspension bits combined with a superb engine allows for confident driving to achieve an acceleration of zero to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds. However, the sexy M6s are borderline gas-guzzlers with a mileage of 11 mpg in cities and 17 mpg on highways.

first 2009 BMW 7 Series

Those who do their daily shopping within the pages of the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book will be the first able to purchase the new 2009 BMW 7 Series beginning October 17th. The price of early adoption in this case will be a steep $160,000 for one of 31 Neiman Marcus Limited-Edition 2009 BMW Individual 7 Series sedans based on the new 750Li. While that price is tens of thousands above what we expect the 7 Series base price to be, buyers will get much more than just the car. Included in the asking price is a trip to Europe to take delivery of the special 7 Series at BMW's headquarters in Munich, after which buyers will tour the south of France in their new sedan. After the fun and frolicking, BMW will have the car shipped back to the U.S. for you. And, of course, you aren't just purchasing a standard 7 Series. Each model has been customized by BMW Individual and painted in a special Diopside Black metallic color with an interior stitched in Champagne Merino leather and accented with wood and Piano Black inserts.

2009 BMW 750Li

When the 2009 BMW 7 series was unveiled at the Paris Motor Show last fall, BMW's fifth-generation flagship had an anvil-sized burden to bear. Although the last 7 series was a milestone in the sales department, its design – which foisted Chris Bangle's influence onto an unsuspecting public – was all but universally panned when it was introduced in 2001. And if the exterior wasn't offensive enough (to some), BMW's newly-implemented iDrive system sent many reviewers and owners into unmitigated bouts of rage.

For 2009, BMW has sought to address the fourth generation's foibles while capitalizing on its strengths. And while nothing is more subjective than styling, control interfaces have a huge impact on the overall experience. Find out if BMW has succeeded on both fronts after the break.

Officially 2009 BMW 7 Series

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BMW has officially announced the details pertaining to the 5th generation 7 Series, so let's cut right to the chase. In Europe, there are five models arriving on the market in November of this year: the 730d; the 740i and Li; and the 750i and Li. The latter two are powered by the same twin-turbo 4.4L V8 that debuted in the X6. In the U.S.-market 7 Series, the turbo eight is rated at 400 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque, and it is the sole engine option being made available. If you want a BMW 7 Series in America, it will be a 750.

Europeans get more choices. The 730d's 3.0L diesel I6 pumps out 245 horses with nearly 400 lb-ft of torque. Despite the grunt, it boasts a combined fuel economy number of 32.6 U.S. miles per gallon (39.2 Imperial). The 740 models are powered by the now-familiar 3.0L twin-turbo gasoline engine. In the 7, the 3.0TT's power output is 326 horses and 332 lb-ft -- enough to hustle the 740Li from 0 to 62 mph in six seconds flat. All the engines are connected to a six-speed automatic. Follow the jump for more details and BMW's official press release.

We went over the car's outward appearance in our preview post. The new car is certainly more restrained than the last iteration, but reader feedback has shown that its style still polarizes. This is unsurprising, and ultimately, it's probably good for BMW because either way, you have people speaking passionately about your car. Besides, the people whose opinions matter most are the ones in dealerships, holding checkbooks, and there likely won't be a shortage of those folks when these cars roll into showrooms, anyway.

Inside, there are a number of improvements. First, the shifter moves back to the console from the steering column. The unit itself is the same silver lever you'll find in a 5-series. To its right is the new iDrive controller, which steals a page from Audi's MMI and combines the main stick/dial with action buttons that ought to streamline the process of navigating through all the menus. The menus themselves have also been redesigned, and in a welcome move, the climate controls can be fully adjusted right from the instrument panel -- iDrive is no longer required to make some adjustments at all. The actual iDrive screen is now over 10 inches wide. Other neat-sounding interior changes we're interested in seeing in person include the new Black Panel display for the IP. Basically, only the gauge rings and needles are visible when the car is shut off. The other details only reveal themselves once it has been fired up. Backseaters get a pair of video screens, and each passenger has control over what his or hers displays.

The camera package incorporates both rearview and sideview cameras. The latter uses a camera mounted in each corner of the front bumper to give a clear look down an intersecting road in both directions. (This sounds like an improved version of the setup BMW uses in the Rolls-Royce Phantom, which puts both cameras in a single protrusion in the middle of the front bumper). Active steering is optional, lane departure and blind spot warning systems arrive with the new car, and the Euro versions get a brake regeneration system like the one found in the European M3. (As is the case with the M3, it doesn't appear that this feature makes the trip across the Atlantic in the 7.) You can read about all the changes and features in greater detail below, where we've pasted the UK-market press release. If you want a sneak peek of the U.S. press release, head to AutoSpies, which has posted it in PDF format. (We'll append it on Sunday when BMWNA officially uploads it to its media site).

2010 BMW M10

Do you know which are the best kept secrets among automakers? Their future top models! But you will say why do they still want to develop supercars if people are doing their best to find Eco, Blue and hybrid solutions? Well simple: because supercars is what keep a maker alive, and from the edge of the top models will also benefit the subordinate vehicle series.

And supercar will always have success, no matter how many restrictions there will be! Lets be serious now, if you had the money what would you buy: a Prius or an Enzo (or any other combination you prefer)?

Lets take BMW for example, they have already trademark the "M10" name for a future supercar that is supposed to be a replacement for the legendary BMW M1, built between 1978 and 1981.

The M1’s successor will be powered by a ten-cylinder twin turbo-charged engine and will feature direct fuel injection. The performance target: 625 hp and a top speed of 400 km/h!

BMW will also offer an entry-level version that will be powered by twin turbo a 4.4 liter V8 engine that delivers 450 hp.

The M1’s successor will debut in the next 24-36 months and will be priced between 150.000-300.000 euro depending on the engine.

2010 BMW 7 Series to Offer xDrive AWD This Fall

BMW has announced that the 2010 BMW 7 Series will be offered with the xDrive AWD system for the first time ever.

The 2010 BMW 750i and 750Li will be offered with BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system. In addition the 2010 model year also sees the introduction of the V12 powered 760Li model, which brings the total to five variants of the 7 Series.

A new M Sport package is also available on the 2010 7 Series. The package includes an M steering wheel, lift-reducing aerodynamic kit, Active Roll Stabilization (RWD only), Shadowline trim, Anthracite headliner and 19″ wheels with ultra-high performance tires. 20" wheels are also available.

2011 BMW 740 brings six-cylinder power

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When the latest generation of BMW’s big 7 Series went on sale in the U.S. early this year, buyers had a choice of either the marvelous twin-turbocharged and direct-injected 400-hp 4.4-liter V8 or the supremely impressive twin-turbo, 535-hp V12. A hybrid version of the 7 also goes on sale here in a few months, still mated to the V8. Since day one, European drivers have also had a pair of six-cylinder options fueled by either gasoline or diesel. BMW still hasn’t committed to a 7 Series diesel for the U.S., but today has confirmed will be getting the sweet gas-powered I-6.

The 740i and 740LI both come to the U.S. market in spring 2010 powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter six. In 740 trim, the six cranks out 315 hp and 330 pound-feet, up a bit from the 300/300 ratings in the smaller 335i. The 740 engine does retain the direct injection and variable valve timing on both intake and exhaust. This new model also marks the U.S. debut of brake energy regeneration on a non-hybrid BMW. Interestingly, BMW has opted to retain the 7’s 6-speed automatic transmission rather than upgrading to the new 8-speed found in the hybrid and the new 5 Series.

BMW says no to new Z4 M

                          

According to a report by iMotor, the financial downturn has claimed its latest victim: the BMW Z4 M. A BMW spokesperson told the pub that "Given the current economic crisis there is no business case for a full-on M version of the Z4." Although that's bad news for enthusiasts, there might be a silver lining. Coinciding with an earlier story, BMW may begin offering software upgrades for models fitted with the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six. The remapped ECU would increase output by around 20 horsepower (for a net of 326 hp) and a slight bump in torque, and will almost certainly be offered on the new Z4.

There's also talk of a M Sport package for the 135i that would include a new body kit, larger wheels, a retuned suspension and an M-branded steering wheel.

While we're disappointed about the still-born Z4 M, the obvious question is why is BMW developing M models of the X5 and X6? According to the same source, both of the hotted-up CUVs were signed off before the auto market tanked.