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May, 2011


05/13/2011    12:45 PM
COMMENTS: 144

Autoblog’s review of the 1M coupe is in and this is the message they have for everyone — “Enthusiasts, BMW has your car.”

The following sums up their experience in a few sentences: In similar manner, what makes the 2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe so special isn’t found in charts, numbers or statistics. Instead, its appeal is discovered once you settle into the supportive bucket seats behind the thick steering wheel. Its allure is captured in the masterful combination of a torque-laden engine mated to a lightweight rear-wheel-drive platform controlled with a traditional manual transmission – the little coupe with the big flares is old school retro-cool and deliciously fun to drive. The new BMW 1 Series M Coupe doesn’t target boy-racers, it targets enthusiasts.

05/13/2011    11:52 AM
COMMENTS: 79

HP Autowerks is one of the first tuners we have seen take delivery of a project 1M coupe. Theirs is an alpine white 1M and they have already outlined their performance modification plans for the newest addition to their garage.

05/13/2011    10:00 AM
COMMENTS: 395

It took a while, but Xbimmers members are finally beginning to receive their 2012 X3 M-sport models. We are huge fans of the F25 X3 which takes the standard X3 and adds an upgraded suspension, 19″ M-sport alloy wheels, M-sport aero kit, shadowline trim, and M multifunction leather steering wheel and variable sports steering. Check out our members’ first photos of their M-sport X3s.

05/13/2011    1:12 AM
COMMENTS: 22

Here is another video from a recent sighting on the LA freeways of the F10 M5 in Silverstone color. Even with the camouflage tape, the presence that the F10 M5 has on the road is undeniable.

05/12/2011    5:50 PM
COMMENTS: 65

BMW Performance Parts Manager Eric Riehle recently took questions from United BMW gathered from Bimmerpost members. On video, he addresses BMW Performance plans for limited slip differential, lease residualization program, new electronic performance steering wheel, M3 performance parts, and N54/N55 performance power kits. Check out the interview inside.

05/12/2011    3:40 PM
COMMENTS: 88

Jalopnik prints their 1M first drive review, echoing what many auto publications have said before them - that the 1M is most surely an M car. Driver Mike Spinelli was impressed with the car’s great limits, handling, and stance. Perhaps the best compliments paid were the constant comparisons and references to big brother M3.

05/12/2011    1:10 PM
COMMENTS: 36

The BMWUSA website is showing that the $1900 navigation option will be included free on F10 5-series orders for the month of May! This is basically a $2k discount on all 5-series, so anyone considering ordering in the next few months should consider moving up your order dates to take advantage of this offer.

05/12/2011    11:40 AM
COMMENTS: 14

Few cars can claim to hold as much fascination in the eyes of the public 75 years after their premiere as the BMW 328. Built between 1936 and 1940, the BMW 328 laid down a milestone in automotive history and was the most successful sports car of the 1930s on the racing scene. Agility, acceleration, reliability and lightweight construction – the BMW designers focused on the essentials in the development of the 328, ushering in a new era in the process. Indeed, at a time when powerful supercharged “Kompressor” machines ruled the racing roost, the BMW 328 Roadster – weighing just 780 kilograms and developing a modest 80 horsepower in series production form – was a genuine sensation. And sure enough, the new Roadster wasted no … CONTINUED

05/12/2011    10:00 AM
COMMENTS: 19

Yet another 2012 F12 650i convertible has been delivered to a 6POST member. Congrats to member Tizy. Check out his gorgeous black 650i inside.