For several days M5 Hurricane RS is the fastest production sedan in the world but it will hardly surprise anyone that the new holder of that title again was developed by G-Power. The two cars differ in their names only one point, but technically in M5 Hurricane RR lot of improvements have occurred, enabling him to develop a record 372 km/h. At the end of 2008 M5 Hurricane RS breaks record for highest speed with serial saloon, developing a 367.4 km/h from G-Power announced that it does not have full capabilities of the car and will continue work on it. The engineers of the German company managed to increase its output by a further 6.67 percent, compared with that of the M5 Hurricane RS (750 h.p.). So M5 Hurricane RR has 800 horses under the hood, thanks to acceleration from 0-100 km/h going for 4.35 sec.c from 0-200 km/h for only 9.5 sec and from 0 to 300 km/h for 25.8 sec. To achieve this performance are used even more compressors, delivering 25% more air to the engine. Furthermore, G-Power have replaced 20-inch wheels with 19-inch, and used tires are Michelin Pilot Sport.

Today, BMW released a first official pictures and information about new-generation X3, whose world premiere will be on exhibition in Paris in autumn, and sales will start in November, with prices close to those of this model. The new X3 shares a platform with a version for four-wheel drive for the next 3-Series. Dimensions of the vehicle are 4652 mm length, 1882 mm width and 1714 mm height, which means that it is larger in all directions, respectively 83, 29 and 40 mm. The wheelbase of the compact SUV is also extended by 15 mm. to 2810 mm. As a result of the increased dimensions, rear passengers have an additional 20 mm. And the baggage has increased by 80 liters to 550 liters, while the vehicle weight not only that it is higher, but even more decreased by 25 kg. BMW X3 will surely get many technical innovations, each new model of the Bavarians. For the moment it is clear that servo-accelerator of the wheel will be replaced with an electrical system of the company Thyssen Krup, and that all modifications, excluding basic X3 xDrive20d, will be equipped with the new eight-speed automatic transmission ZF.
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This year’s race the 24 Hours of Nürburgring was won by racing M3 GT2 factory team of BMW, in honor of which tuning company G-POWER has decided to release two special cars. The so-called M3 GT2 S M3 Tornado CS and have all the necessary documents for traveling on public roads, though their look is a racing car. The price of the first is approximately € 140,000, while that of the second has not yet been revealed. Both machines are equipped with the power tuning kit SK II CS, which increases the power of the 4.0-liter V8 engine from 420 to 600 hp and maximum torque of 580Nm already reached. It is included titanium exhaust system weighing only 26 kg. By G-POWER argue that M3 GT2 S accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 4.1 sec, while the M3 Tornado CS are necessary 4.3sek. Top speed for both is 320 km/h in combination with six-speed manual transmission and 330 km/h if the gearbox is a seven-DCT. Cars have been also aerodynamic packages and the M3 GT2 S is identical to that of race BMW M3 GT2, triumphed in the 24 Hours of Nurburgring. It is made of carbon, causing the lesser of 150 kilograms. weight and better dynamics.
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The German tuning company AC Schnitzer quite slow with his athletic program for BMW X6 M, therefore, decided to reveal some details of it, affecting mostly the appearance of the model. The specialists in tuning BMW brand cars have developed many aerodynamic elements, the client can customize its X6 M in several possible ways, depending on how aggressively it wants to look. The choice of wheels is between several 20, 22 and 23-inch, to accommodate expanded into a 40 mm wheel arches. The interior of tuning BMW X6 M is sporty exterior, as it combines black leather upholstery and fine carbon decorations. Impression aluminum pedals, white dials and graduated to 360 km/h speedometer, we judge that the machine will offer excellent dynamics. For the moment, from AC Schnitzer does not disclose details of 4.4-liter V8 engine of the car, arguing that it is still working on it, but is known to perform software improvements in its management and it is equipped with a new exhaust system is stainless steel and features a sports catalysts.
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The general opinion among the majority of people is that buying a new car is the way to go and buying a second hand car is simply idiotic. This might be true in a sense. Nobody willingly gives their car up for second hand sales unless it is faulty. So, the chances of you getting a used up, faulty machine in a second hand sale is more.
At the same time, there are equal chances for you to get a decent machine. So, go to used Cars for Sale shop and pick out 5-6 cars of your taste. Then get a mechanic and ask him to test all the cars. Based on the report he gives, you can choose a car. This will increase your chances of getting a perfect car out of used cars for sale.
The thing which people fear the most about used cars is their effectiveness as well as their comfort. Let us say one thing, if you are living in a metropolitan city free of traffic, you should worry about all these. But if you are living anywhere else, this discussion is moot. New cars run smoothly only when the road is smooth and perfect. Even if the road in your corporation is good, it is going to get bad over a period of time. So why buy a brand new car and waste it in our bad roads? If you go for cheaper cars for sale, you will be able to save great amount of money and you will be able to handle the car roughly.
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About a month before the BMW 5-Series GT to be introduced on the market last year by the tuning company Hamann has released pictures of his athletic program to model, but did not disclose details about her. It had to happen yet the exhibition in Frankfurt in September, but unfortunately by Hamann decided to keep us in suspense until yesterday and spread more technical details. The German pundits in tuning the car brand BMW has developed a model for a new aerodynamic package including front lip, side skirts, rear spoiler and a modified rear bumper. Furthermore, there is also adjustable sport suspension. As for the engine tuning, however, currently offer such Hamann only modification BMW 530d GT, which is equipped with 3.0-liter turbo. In its capacity increased from 245 to 275k.s. and the maximum torque is 620Nm. By Motronic reprogramming of the electronics. really the car is looking good, without any tuning and we just wondered what more Hamann can do, but really these guys know their job perfectly.
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Yesterday it became clear that the new generation of BMW 5-Series will get a longer version, like its bigger brother, 7-Series, which, however, will be available only in the Chinese market due to its specific needs. BMW 5-Series LWB has a 140 mm longer wheelbase than the standard model, overall length is 3108 mm and all this coupe – 5039 mm at 4899 mm the short base. The long version of the new petition will be available in three modifications, the engines are 3.0-liter six-cylinder. Their capacities are 204, 258 and 306 h.p. as aggregates are combined with the new automatic 8-stage transmission. Since 5-Series LWB is aimed at major Chinese businessmen and directors of companies, the model has a lot of extras. Among them are Air chetirizonen, multimedia system with screens in the backs of front seats, automatic blinds and refrigerator, and the rear seat is specifically designed for this version. The premiere of the BMW 5-Series LWB will consist of the forthcoming Auto China 2010 exhibition, which will open on 25 April in Beijing, and the production model will take place in Bayern’s factory in Shenyang.
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A few days before the new BMW 5-Series to make its official debut in Bulgaria by the German company spread photos and information about its wagon version. The fourth generation of BMW 5-Series Touring is the same in front with the sedan, but rear is a typical station wagon, the lines of the sports car highlight his spirit. The interior is typical for BMW driver-oriented cockpit and the interior is enhanced compared with that of his predecessor. The boot volume is 560l. But the rear seats folded it rose to 1 670l. Unique in the station wagon is that the rear window can be opened, then only the touch of a button. Blinds covering baggage, does it raise and lowered when opening and closing the tailgate. When introduced to the market in autumn, station wagon version will be available with two petrol and two diesel engines, all meeting the environmental standards Euro5, a technology with the optional BMW BluePerformance, the new BMW 530d Touring rules even cover Euro6. Curiously, all four units will be combined with 8-stage automatic transmission. The petrol engines are 3.0-liter six-cylinder, as the 523i Touring is a power 204 h.p. and 535i Touring has 306 h.p. allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h for 6.0 sec while maximum speed is limited to 250 km/h. Modifications diesel 520d Touring 530d Touring and did rely respectively four and six-cylinder units with working volumes of 2.0 and 3.0 liters. The first boasts exceptionally low fuel consumption of 5.4l/100km. And the second – with excellent dynamics, and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for 6.4 sec while spending an average of 6.4 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers mileage.
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On motor show in Geneva, the German tuning company Alpina presented his new adjustments to the BMW 3-Series. It is called B3 S Biturbo and is available for sedan, wagon, coupe and convertible. Tuning specialists have made some improvements on the 3.0-liter gasoline engine, have replaced pistons, air filter and cooling systems and exhaust. These actions have led to increased power to 400 h.p. and increase maximum torque up to 540 Nm. Cars can be driven by both of rear wheels and a 4×4, in the first case the acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in the sedan is a 4.7 sec and the maximum speed is limited to 300 km/h for safety reasons. Alpina B3 S Biturbo can boast with relatively low fuel consumption and levels of harmful gases. About 100 km elapse. are on average 9.7l/100km fuel and CO2 emissions are emitted 225 gr/km. German tuners have done their best and to give a slightly different form of the BMW 3-Series, but the changes were not significant.
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It has long been known that the new BMW 5-Series will debut at the Geneva Motor Show, which opens its doors to visitors on March 4, but at the end of last week it became clear that the German company has prepared and hybrid concept model. BMW is said that the serial model of Concept 5-Series ActiveHybrid will set new standard in terms of the joy of driving and performance in this segment. Integrating ActiveHybrid technology ensures reduction in vehicle fuel consumption and exhaust emissions by more than 10 percent, while greater dynamism thanks to the additional power the electric motor. The propulsion system of the BMW Concept 5-Series ActiveHybrid consists of regular six-cylinder petrol engine with technology TwinPower Turbo, 8-stage automatic transmission and electric motor. Combustion assembly is assisted by an electric specially developed for the concept, which is compact and is located between the lines and transmission. Electric motor, draws its power from high voltage battery in the rear of the car and develop the capacity of 40 kW. Hybrid cars can run entirely on electricity, in which releases zero harmful emissions. At the same time start / stop function of the engine allows it to be turned off on stays of intersections or traffic jams. Optimized level of comfort is achieved thanks to additional air conditioning inoperative vehicle.
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