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BMW 1-Series M Coupe got 450 hp tuning program

Viliyana Filipova — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:47:15 +0000

BMW 1-Series M Coupe is quite attractive even in the basic version, but however the tuners from the German studio TechTec made a fantastic program for the car. They made BMW 1-Series M Coupe more aggressive and powerful and installed 450 h.p. into the engine. The company TechTec offer three levels of engine tuning, as the first power unit increased from 340 h.p. to 380 h.p. and maximum torque – from 500 Nm to 580 Nm, which gets worth of 1,500 EUR. For the sum of 2,500 EUR you can see your BMW 1-Series M Coupe with 400 h.p. engine power and if you add 800 EUR more you can get another incredible performance you get from 450 h.p. power and 630 Nm maximum torque, which is ensuring acceleration from 0-100 km/h for 4.1 sec.
The program of the hot TechTec unit also includes BMW sport suspension KW, Akrapovic titanium exhaust system and remove the electronic speed limit, but unfortunately does not disclose how much it can reach. For all these goodies, however, pay extra.

BMW M3 CRT

Viliyana Filipova — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 11:43:26 +0000

Late last week BMW decided to introduce us to the latest version of the sedan M3. It is called CRT, which stands for Carbon Racing Technology, as it will be produced only 67 copies, the price will start from 130,000 EUR in Germany. As is clear from its name, M3 CRT boasts a number of carbon components whose administration has reduced the weight of the car with 45 kg to 1580 kg, compared to the standard M3. The composite material made hood, roof, front lip, rear spoiler and seats. Carbon are also in the interior trim, and there are some new aluminum parts. The reduced weight due to a large extent the new titanium exhaust system, as a result of replacing some parts with light has changed the ratio by mass between the axles in favor of the back. BMW M3 CRT is equipped with the familiar 4.4-liter V8 from the M3 GTS, whose power is 444 h.p. and its maximum torque is 440 Nm at 3,750 rpm. The unit is combined with a seven-speed dual-clutch of M-Power, which, according to BMW, is a guarantee that the car accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 4.4 sec, which is with 0.5 sek Faster than usual M3. The car can reach top speed of 290 km/h.

BMW X1 is getting more economy

Viliyana Filipova — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 20:39:14 +0000

The compact SUV BMW X1 will be available with two new 2.0-liter engine that will make the model even more attractive to lovers of fuel efficient cars. The first diesel engine is, as it will be equipped modification X1 sDrive20d EfficientDynamics Edition. His power is 163 h.p. and its maximum torque is 380 Nm, which is available between 1750 and 2500 rpm. The engine has been optimized in many ways, it has reached an extremely high level of efficiency. Thanks to him and the improved aerodynamics of this modification, it boasts an average fuel consumption of 4.5l/100km and separation of 119 gr/km CO2 emissions. The other new engine is gasoline, 184 h.p. with power and maximum torque of 270 Nm available in the range 1250-4 500ob/min. It is intended for modifications X1 sDrive20i and X1 xDrive20, it will ensure appropriate acceleration from 0-100 km/h for 7.4 and 7.8 sec and average fuel consumption of 7.1 and 7.7l/100km. Here again we have implemented a number of environmental technologies from BMW Efficient Dynamics, which differ among the system to recover energy from braking, start / stop system, indicator switch gears and electromechanical steering to X1 sDrive20i.

BMW M3 Coupe Frozen Black

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:23:02 +0000

The North American division of BMW has decided to please fans of the brand in the U.S. with a new special version of the M3 Coupe, which will be produced only 20 copies, and its price is quite salty. The car is called M3 Coupe Frozen Black and is available on the amount of $ 79,650 or exactly 21,000 more than the standard BMW M3 Coupe, but as they say no price for clover. The special version of the Bavarian machine boasts a unique exterior color called Individual Frozen Black, from which comes its name. The look is complemented by 19-inch black wheels and are the same color grille, air intakes in the front fenders and exhaust tailpipes.
In addition, BMW M3 Coupe Frozen Black is equipped with sports suspension, reduced clearance of 10mm, and brake mechanisms are painted red to stand out on dark background. The combination of black and red is applied in the interior. Otherwise, the car engine is the standard 4.0-liter V8, but it is combined with double-clutch transmission, development of M-Power. This combination allows the machine to accelerate from 0-100 km/h for 4.5 sec and note that the production model that becomes a 4.7 sec.

BMW M3 Carbon Edition

Viliyana Filipova — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 11:16:36 +0000

Especially for the Chinese market BMW introduces another limited edition M3 Coupe, which is called Carbon Edition and was presented at a special event organized for this purpose in China. The car will be produced only 111 copies, the price of each will be equal to 131,303 EUR. It differs from the standard model in the presence of multiple carbon fiber on the bumpers, hood and rear spoiler, hence its name. BMW M3 Carbon Edition is available only in white body, and both sides go black lines. The wheels are hand-sized 19 inches and are painted black and are made from forged aluminum. The interior of the vehicle has received the special two-tone leather interior and it added extra carbon fiber.
The engine of the car we know 4.0-liter V8, whose power is 420 and the gearbox is a seven-speed double clutch. This combination ensures acceleration from 0-100 km/h for 4.6 sec.

Vorsteiner tuned BMW M3 Coupe

Viliyana Filipova — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:54:29 +0000

The pearl of the Bavarian BMW – M3 Coupe gets the next racing program, this time designed by American specialists Vorsteiner. It includes both mechanical and cosmetic changes, accord very different and aggressive look of the car. There is a completely new aerodynamic body kit made of carbon, except as bumpers and side skirts, it consists of a hood over the engine with additional air intakes, extended wheel arches, modified tailgate and a new diffuser.
The 4 cylinder V8 engine of the M3 Coupe is equipped with hand tuning kit AA E9X M3 Supercharger Stage II kit, thanks to which the German machine power is increased from standard 420 h.p. to 630 h.p.
Mechanical changes, however, far from ending here, as there are adjustable in height and hardness of KW suspension and powerful brakes Brembo GTR. Furthermore, the vehicle is equipped with 20-inch wheels wearing high-performance tires Michelin PS2 Sport Tires.

BMW 328 Hommage

Viliyana Filipova — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 11:13:32 +0000

Which took place last weekend, Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, Lake Como in Italy, the German company BMW attracted the attention of visitors with an impressive concept.
The car was inspired by the legendary Model 328, for which we have noted that the age of 75 years, but it has lots of retro elements, it is equipped with all sorts of modern technology. So-called Hommage concept BMW 328 is equipped with 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, which does not mention details, but thanks to its low weight of only 780 kg. The car probably has a phenomenal dynamics.
In the design concept in a very good way retro lines are combined with classical forms, but unfortunately it will remain only a demonstration vehicle and will hardly ever be placed on the conveyor.

Low cost auto insurance

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:58:33 +0000

The auto insurance is very important part from our life. It protects our car from theft, accident, damage and many more risks. The auto insurance makes our life easier and protect the drivers from big compensations. In many countries the Third Party Liability Insurance is mandatory. Many financial institutions are requiring auto insurance on the leasing cars, rent-a-cars and etc. This is making the insurance very important part from our life and daily drivers spend a lot of money on it. Most of the drivers are looking for the best deal and the low cost auto insurance for their cars. This usually sounds some dangerous, but the service of the insurance companies is also from high quality. Because of the large demand of insurance quotes, the companies are decreasing prices and trying to get largest market stake. The low cost car insurance is really good way to decrease the expenses of your car. The way is quite simple if you have good records and your car is new, the deductible is lower and you get lower cost for your insurance quote. In doesn’t matter what is your car – Audi, Aston Martin, BMW, Bentley or lower cost car, but in any case you need cheap car insurance for its safety.
Looking for cheap car insurance is not an easy job, so you should follow simple features. First of all, the insurance rate depends from the value of your car. If you have luxury limousine or new model sports car you will have higher rate of insurance. Definitely the more expensive and more luxury cars are usually at high insurance rate, because the risk of thefts is higher. Together with this the extras and the higher price of your car increase the value of your insurance quote. Another serious part from the insurance rate comes from the security systems of your car. If you install more anti-theft appliances or your car has immobilizer and etc, this will decrease the rate and the price of your insurance quote. Finally you can ask for organizational discounts if you can take your insurance quote in the company you are working or with some organization. The bulk orders of insurance quotes highly decrease the value of your rate, so you will pay highly less than if you order personal quote.
The insurance is part from our driving and is an important expenditure for you. So looking for the best deal and low cost insurance you can save a lot of money. This is simple, if you follow the steps above or just visit some of the websites about this.

The new BMW M5

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:53:00 +0000

Furthermore, the lateral pickup M3, BMW presented at a specialized exhibition in Munich a few unique individuals, among them was the concept of the new M5. Access to the event had only chosen people, but luckily one of them has spread photos of the car. His formal presentation to the general public will be on exhibition in Shanghai this month. The standard model of the new BMW M5 hardly differs from the concept that you see today, note that the production model will make world debut at the Show in Frankfurt in the autumn. The design of the vehicle is completely in the style of all his brothers from M-family, and the engine is an updated version of the 4.4-liter, V8 turbo, we know from the X5 M and X6 M. Although no specific data for the unit, says that power is about 600 h.p.

BMW M3 Coupe Matte Edition

Viliyana Filipova — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 14:13:51 +0000

The dream of every young bachelor – BMW M3 Coupe gets a new special edition, which will however only be available on the market in China, and her name is M3 Coupe Matte Edition. The car is available with two new exterior colors, which are black and dark gray. Interesting about them is that they have received as we know are combined metallic luster and look of silk matte finish.
In addition, BMW M3 Coupe Matte Edition differs from the standard model in the presence of 19-inch wheels with 10 double-spoke design, air holes on the front fenders, exhaust tailpipes in chrome and black painted brake calipers red. The hot interior of the coupe is even formed in a combination of black leather with contrasting red stitching, red armrests in the doors and carbon fiber trim.
The engine of a special version of the model is identical to that of standard BMW M3 Coupe. We remind you that it is 4.0-liter, V8 engine, with power 415 h.p. and is combined with the standard six-speed manual transmission, but optional and seven-speed automatic with double clutch.