- August 4, 2009
- BMW, On The Road: Driving Impressions, Technology & New Features
- Posted by Ed Kim
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- June 29, 2009
- Awards, BMW
- Posted by George Peterson
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- June 24, 2009
- Automobile Cool News, BMW, Ferrari, Fiat, More Categories...
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- June 20, 2009
- Alfa Romeo, Automobile Cool News, BMW, Bugatti, More Categories...
- Posted by dbarrett
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- January 8, 2009
- BMW, New Model Introductions
- Posted by George Peterson
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After Mazda’s Miata, BMW, Audi, and Porsche revived the roadster market. Arriving as a late 2009MY, the third generation BMW Z4 promises to be the sweetest yet. With a retractable hardtop and available 300HP 3.0L I6, I’m going to start saving my pennies now. Someday, Z4, someday…
More photos and BMW’s full release after the jump.
- November 25, 2008
- BMW, Concept Cars
- Posted by George Peterson
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- November 24, 2008
- BMW, New Model Introductions
- Posted by George Peterson
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- November 19, 2008
- BMW, The Car Biz
- Posted by George Peterson
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335d and X5 xDrive35d Introduced in Strictest Emissions State
Since these BMW diesels are not exactly secrets, having already been discussed at the 2008 Detroit auto show back in January (click here), the big news for BMW diesels in LA is the pricing. The 335d sedan goes on sale in November 2008 for $44,725, including destination and handling. The X5 xDrive 35d for $52,025. Ouch, right?
There is a way to offset the cost, at least this year. These vehicles, like their Mercedes counterparts, qualify for the IRS Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit. Buying the 335d means a $900 credit, while the X5 gets a maximum $1550 credit. Not quite the same as taking that amount off the top of the vehicle price, but it could help ease the pain.
- September 24, 2008
- BMW, On The Road: Driving Impressions
- Posted by George Peterson
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From the first rumblings of the 1-Series coupe destined for the States, I waited impatiently. Saw it at the auto shows, and wanted it to look great on the road. VehicleVoice brought you the first photos last June and an update in October and again in March. Finally, we drive it.
But I can’t fall in love with the real 1-Series look, like I did the latest Z4 coupe and Porsche’s Cayman. Still, a small BMW coupe, from a company that consistently delivers great driving dynamics, usable and plentiful power, and stern BMW interior in a size that seemed tailored just for me! How could I not be anxious? And do I care if it’s a little clumsy outside?
The reality finally hit our press pool a few weeks ago. And just how did the [...]
- August 14, 2008
- Awards, BMW
- Posted by admin
- Comments Off on BMW X5 Wins 2008 AutoPacific Motorist Choice Award® for Premium Luxury Crossover SUV
AutoPacific: The BMW X5 has been crowned a 2008 Motorist Choice Award® winner in the premium luxury SUV segment, with ratings from owners commending the vehicle for its overall quality and anti-theft features. The X5 also scored higher than the competition for feeling safe while driving and driver’s seat visibility.
IntelliChoice: The BMW X5 was an above-average performer in retained value and fuel and insurance costs. Combined with the X5’s solid performance in the AutoPacific survey, that makes the X5 a 2008 Motorist Choice Award® winner.