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From the committee.

BMW unveils the new F10 BMW 5-Series Sedan

To me, the outgoing E60 5 series was the start of the revolution for BMW. It was a big leap forward not just in terms of design, but also technology. At the time of launch, it represented a totally new look for BMW, and also technology unprecedented for its class at the time. Although the design turned off many purists, consumers bought them in their droves, and outselling the E-class Mercedes, like its predecessor, the E39 did.

Technically, the new 5 Series picks up much of what can be found in the 7 Series and GT. It also carries over the multi-link suspension on all 4 corners from these 2, a departure from the traditional BMW front strut, and rear multi-link design. To help all that new suspension show its typical BMW handling prowess, the F10 chassis is a massive 55% stiffer than the E60.

Models announced at launched are the 523i, 528i, 535i, 550i, 520d, 525d, and 530d. The range topping 550i uses a 4.4 litre V8 direct injection twin-turbo making 407 HP between 5,500-6,400rpm and a massive 600Nm of torque between 1,750 to 4,500rpm. The F10 is only expected to reach Malaysian shores in 2010.

Discuss about the new 5 series in the forum here (click on this link)

Frankfurt Auto Show: Alpina B6 S Coupe

Two years ago at the same Frankfurt Auto Show, the famous German tuner Alpina unveiled their own version of the BMW 6 Series: B6 S Coupe. Once again, Alpina decided to bring out their B6 Coupe model along with many other Alpina models displayed in Frankfurt.

B6 S Coupe stands out with its aggressive front fascia, the interesting bonnet on the hood and the abundance of carbon fiber parts. The interesting bonnet helps with better cooling ensuring that the 530 ponies are running as expected.

Alpina B6 S Coupe is powered by a V8 4.4 liter engine which receives boost from a so-called ”radial compressor”, which one may visualize as a combination of a turbo and a compressor. The charging system in this engine differs from conventional solutions: not a turbo but also not a super-charger.

Source: www.bmwblog.com

Frankfurt Auto Show: Alpina B7 Biturbo

European auto shows are also the place to be for all the major car tuners. Every two years, ALPINA is present at the Frankfurt Auto Show, each time displaying an impressive fleet of “tuned up” BMWs.

Several Alpina models have been displayed there, but this time we’ll focus on the high-end B7, a vehicle based on BMW’s 7 Series.

From the enhanced aggressive look to all the changes that took place underneath the hood, the B7 is positioning itself as the ultimate sports sedan. The new B7 is powered by a V8 4.4 liter twin-turbo engine outputting 505 horsepower and an impressive 517 lb-ft (700Nm) reached at 4,750 rpm.

It runs from 0 to 62 mph in just 4.7 seconds, compared to the regular 750Li which stops the clock at 5.3 seconds. Alpina B7 is electronically limited at 174 mph (280km/h). The B7 uses the automatic “SwitchTronic” gearbox, of course, rear-wheel-drive transmission.

source: http://www.bmwblog.com/

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Interesting BMW Facts

Starting from today, I'll be trying to share some interesting facts about BMWs with our members and readers. Just for the sake of sharing, and maybe we can pick up some new info about BMW's to impress anyone who bothers to listen to us talk about our favourite cars ;)

Starting off today will be about the rather not so well known (in Malaysia anyways), BMW 303, launched in 1933.

The 303 (pictured) was BMW's first car powered by a ‘six cylinder’ engine (1.2 litres!). It also had the ‘kidney shaped’ radiator grill - still a typical BMW motif.

X1 UNCOVERED, WELL ALMOST...

Here are some lightly disguised X1's going through testing somewhere in europe. Knowing BMW, its only a matter of time before full undisguised pics will be released as has been the case with other models in the past. Known as an SAV or Sports Activity Vehicle, it looks like something in between an X3, and a 1 series.

Unfortunately, I dont see vehicles like these selling in any large volumes in Malaysia. Firstly, Malaysians are more conventional and prefer going straight for an SUV. Another interesting thing about our market, hatchbacks dont sell very well at all and has always been a niche market for them.

We will just have to wait and see when if ever this X1 will make it to Malaysia.

(pics source:Auto Motor Und Sport)