2012 BMW 1-Series Coupe and Convertible Updates

2012 BMW 1-Series Coupe

The regular 2012 model year 1-Series Coupe and Convertible models have finally being unveiled following the presentation of BMW 1-Series M Coupe recently. The models which have been updated have received no major mechanical makeovers. The 135i received the N55 twin-scroll turbo engine in spring 2010. BMW has given more importance to subtle design and improved aerodynamics of the car including refinements to various controls of the car. A new set of exterior paint colors, and upgraded upholstery and interior trim are also on offer from BMW.
They have kept the new exterior design short and crisp. The headlights have been modified and rear lights have been equipped with LED strips. A new set of design has been introduced to the 17-inch alloy and 18-inch alloy wheels and two new paint finishes has been introduced, namely Vermilion Red and Marrakesh Brown.

Tuning 2010 BMW 1-Series Coupe

Tuning 2010 BMW 1-Series Coupe

Ever a mouth guard were placed before a BMW1 Series Coupe model it sure would be called the extreme tuning turnout ever. The particular item in context is one where the tuners have done a job that would be classified not only as one ready to take a punch but deliver one in return as well, given the external modifications that have been carried out upon the unit as well as the upgrade to engine that has been undertaken.
The tuning company Senkyr Motorsports have taken the E82 1-Series Coupe chassis and added to it the styling of the package that had been made for the E92 Me GRTR. The front bumper is indeed super aggressive having quad canards, wide front fenders, and a front mount intercooler. The headlamps are also new as are the exterior mirrors. The wheels are BBS Motorsport Race wheels measuring 18 × 10 in the front and 18 × 12 in the rear. The rear bumper has a huge wing and yet it does not match in size with the front one.

BMW 335d Review

2010 BMW 335d

2010 BMW 335d. Here is an excerpt from their review:

“Having now spent 12 months behind the wheel, I have found the 335d to be a unique offering, one that combines certain traits that typically aren’t found all in the same vehicle. These are sports car-like acceleration and handling, superb fuel economy, excellent ergonomics and passenger comfort, and Teutonic attention to detail.

The 425 pound-feet of torque propel the car forward like a rocket ship; indeed, there’s simply no other way to describe the feeling of the raw power this car has. It handles as if it’s on rails, whether at 250 km/h (155 mph) on the Autobahn or at a slower tempo on a winding mountain road.

Fuel economy has been exemplary. For highway driving, the car has consistently averaged 6.2 l/100 km (37.9 mpg). As contributing editor Paul Riegler noted on an 800 km (498 mile) drive from New York to Washington and back, “No need to stop for refueling.”

BMW Remote – Talk to your car

BMW Remote

Ah, heated car seats, I would be lying if I said I didn’t find them an incredible luxury, okay, a necessity. Dual climate control has prevented many an argument. DVD players, satellite radio, lets face it, in some cases your car can be even more entertaining, comfortable and inviting than your living room.
Enter My BMW Remote, available this year for new 5 and 7 series BMW vehicles. It is just the thing you want to have just in case you ever wanted to preset the interior temperature of your car, while you were say, having your creme brulee and coffee, or maybe in your haste to get to Nordstrom’s half yearly sale, you forgot where you parked? Now, with your iPhone and this free app, you can preheat or cool your car, track it down via GPS, or just activate your car’s horn and headlights and let it signal you to come on over.

2012 BMW 6 Series Convertible

2012 BMW 6 Series Convertible

The 2012 BMW 650i Convertible is smoother and less polarizing than the car it replaces. BMW is no doubt hoping the new design will help renew interest in the car, as the present 6 Series coupe and convertible have sold just 2348 units through November of this year, down from 3346 cars during the same period in 2009. You can draw your own conclusions about what’s caused the car’s low sales but if you think styling might be to blame, let’s compare the two cars.

Still an imposing car, the 2012 BMW 6 Series has pulled-back headlights without the thick “headlight eyelashes” of the 2010 car. The trademark BMW grille is large and vertically positioned, lending the car more of an executive look.

2011 BMW 5-Series - Photo Gallery

2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 BMW 5-Series

The new 2011 BMW 5-Series competes most directly with the Jaguar XF and Infiniti M.

Both models are all-new for 2011.

The new M—offered in M37 and M56 models—has improved handling and real backseat room this time around, plus a gorgeous interior.

The Jaguar XF remains one of our editors' favorites, offering a great blend of capable handling and performance, combined with a smart, classy feel and excellent interior comfort.

Meanwhile, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class was redesigned for 2010, with a thoroughly upgraded interior and quicker steering; it is still offered in a hot E63 AMG version.

Additionally, the new Audi A6 that's on the way for 2011 promises to be more of a performance car, along the lines of the latest A4, and it will pose a more direct threat to the 5-Series.