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Tune-Only X5 M Runs Record 11’s in Quarter Mile

The BMW X5 M was not built to be a drag racer (nor is any BMW for that matter), but that doesn't mean that it can't be an absolute brute on the quarter mile track, despite its hefty 5,368 pounds curb weight. Given its torque crazy bi-turbo motor, that's ... CONTINUED

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3-Series

Alpina Releases BMW Alpina B3 GT3

Alpina, the BMW tuning specialists, has released and revealed the 2012 Alpina BMW B3 GT3 E92 at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show. This model will be a special production run limited to just 99 units. The B3 GT3's B3 S Bi-turbo motor is good for 408hp and 398 lb-ft torque. It's ... CONTINUED

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M3POST E90 M3 Sets 1/4 Mile Trap Speed Record @ 125mph on Street Tires (Videos)

Some M3POST member's supercharged M3s have set the quarter mile trap speed record on street tires. The M3s were supercharged with ESS 535 (DCT) supercharger, ESS 625 (6spd) supercharger, and AA Stage 2 supercharger and DCT. The runs were made at Atco Raceway in some cool temperatures (45 degrees F). 1SICKM ... CONTINUED

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AC Schnitzer Releases BMW F20 1 Series Tuning Program

Along with their ACS 650i, AC Schnitzer will be debuting its new F20 1 Series 120d at the Essen Motor Show this week. Their 120d tuning program features the following areas: Engine:118d from 105 kW / 143 HP to 126 kW / 171 HP 120d from 135 kW / ... CONTINUED

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6-Series

New AC Schnitzer 6 Series Coupe (650i) to Debut at Essen Motor Show

AC Schnitzer will be debuting its new 6 series coupe (650i) tuning program at the Essen Motor Show (think German equivalent of SEMA) next week and here are its first photos and video. The ACS 6 program offers an aero kit with front bumper lip spoiler, chrome bumper grille, rear diffuser, ... CONTINUED

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2011 SEMA Show MEGA Gallery

Missed the 2011 SEMA Show in Las Vegas? No worries, Johnny Lin provides us with a mega gallery of BMW models at the event (along with some other fine looking German vehicles). Hope you got the bandwidth to keep up =)

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Hell Yes, the BMW N20 Engine is Tuneable Says Kelleners with 294 HP / 310 LB-FT Tune

BMW's new 2.0L 4 cylinder turbo engine (the "N20") may be down on cylinders and displacement compared to the inline 6 cylinder (N52) that it replaces across BMW's model range, but even in factory form, it matches the outgoing N52's horsepowers and features an extra 30 lb-ft of torque (in ... CONTINUED

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Studie 1M Coupe Underway With Handling and Unsprung Weight Upgrades

Studie is perhaps the most well known Japanese tuner of BMWs with their generally reserved, but still attactive modified cars. They've now undertaken their project 1M coupe and the first aspects they've tackled is the handling and reducing unsprung weight. They've fitted the 1M with KW Clubsport suspension and replaced ... CONTINUED

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H&R BMW 1M Coupe Debuting at SEMA

H&R has assembled a showcase BMW 1M Coupe for this week's SEMA show and it's an exercise in restrained tuning. Keeping it simple and classic (vintage even), this project 1M is limited to a few high-end performance parts

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IND’s New Green Hell Project BMW M3 Coupe is Meaner Than Hell

iND continues to push the M3 project tuning benchmark higher with their latest build - the Green Hell Portfolio Project M3. IND's Green Hell Portfolio Project car was first conceived as a concept immediately following their amazing journey to the home of all European motorsport and BMW’s own home ... CONTINUED

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BMW 1M Coupe Gets Flat (Matte Gray that is)

Check out this first matte finished BMW 1M coupe! It's been wrapped in a matte gray Lamborghini color and the wheels have been sprayed Nogaro Silver for a darker gunmetal effect to match the new gray color of the car. The changes don't end there however, as the interior has ... CONTINUED

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Custom Widebody 1 Series Hatchback with 420hp N54

Ever wish you could have a widebody 1M hatchback powered by a 420hp N54 motor? 1ADDICTS member minien has assembled just such a custom built BMW.

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6-Series

Video: Alpina Partners With Akrapovic for B6 Exhaust System

Akrapovic has been gaining quite a reputation in BMW circles by becoming BMW's exhaust partner for the BMW 1M coupe safety car and the BMW F10 M5 safety car. And now Alpina, the legendary BMW tuning outfit, has also turned to Akrapovic for its latest creation - the Alpina ... CONTINUED

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BMW M3 Chrome Bullet Showcar Appears at The Welt

A shiny (understatement) new M3 showcar is currently on display at the BMW Welt. Displayed with the label "BMW M3 Coupe Chrome Bullet," this E92 M3 is finished in a chrome exterior with BMW Motorsports stripes. No information is provided on whether this is merely a one-off M3 for fun and ... CONTINUED

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Production Pics of Revozport BMW 1M Coupe

Revozport has released real life images of its BMW 1M coupe Raze Kit. RevoZport claims a weight reduction of 60kg (132lb) from the entire kit, which is no insignificant amount of weight saved. That figure improves the 1M coupe's power-to-weight ratio from 9.8lb/hp to 9.36lb/hp. Parts list, details, photos, and ... CONTINUED

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AC Schnitzer begins work on the F20 1-Series

AC Schnitzer typically releases photos of a plain jane series vehicle with their wheels first, then embarks on the project of turning a BMW into a full AC Schnitzer vehicle.

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