A week after BMW revealed the updated 3-Series Coupe and Cabrio, the North American division of the company spread the information that they get more powerful modification that will debut at the exhibition in New York in April. In 335is Coupe and 335is Cabrio for the second time the Germans introduced the designation “s” at the end of the name after the Z4 sDrive35is. Unlike the Roadster, where the 3.0-liter engine has a power 340 h.p. in passenger compartment and it was only coupe 320 h.p. As with Z4 sDrive35is However, the maximum torque of both cars, which reaches the standard 450Nm. May be increased to 500 Nm for short through a special “overboost” function, in both cases it is present in the range 1 500 – 5 000 rev/min. The standard gearbox is a six-speed manual, but the option is available 7-stage DCT dual clutch. With the second 335is Coupe accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 5.0 sec and 335is Cabrio with 0.2 sec slower.
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The German company BMW has revealed details of refresh all 3-Series Coupe and Cabrio, along with a multitude spread their photos. The cars received minor cosmetic changes and updated engines. The most significant visual difference is at the front of the model. Kidney-shaped grille and headlights are slightly different, and direction indicators in the past are now LEDs. The front bumper was also modified, as it has received two additional feathers, colored in silver. Updated 3-Series Coupe and the Cabrio can boast more new mirrors, side skirts and rear bumper and rear lights with that also as the front turn signals are LED. Change in the interior has undergone only convertible, leather upholstery which is already using technology to repel the sun. From BMW say that thanks to its dark colors temperature was maintained for up to 20 degrees lower when exposed to sunlight. Peak modification 335i is equipped with new engines N55, where they were first combined technologies TwinPower Turbo and High Precision Injection, replacing the current N54. The unit is six-cylinder, turbine, with a working volume of 2 979kub.sm., Power 306 h.p. at 5 800 rev/min and a maximum torque of 400 Nm, which is still available in 1 200 rev/min.
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Infiniti disseminate new pictures and details for the fifth model in its European range – G37 convertible. G37 Convertible, undoubtedly most seductive models of Infiniti so far, will go on sale in Europe in summer 2009. The roof of the G37 Convertible is a solid composed of three elements, and is designed so that the car looks equally well with the cast and with raised roof. In comparison with G37 Coup G37 Convertible is a completely different design from the front column A to the rear bumper. Convertible has reinforced structural elements, a wider rear track, modified rear suspension, special interior convertible with automatic rear roll bar. Will offer two types of audio, the standard is 6 speaker AM/FM/6CD with MP3 functionality, RDS system, located on the center console input for external devices and a central 7-inch full-color display. The second option is specifically designed for open cars, Infiniti Bose ® audio system with 13 speaker EQ settings that change with movement and lift the roof removed. The system has installed in the front seat head restraints PC speaker Bose ®, which provide high quality sound irrespective of the position of the roof. As in the G Sedan Coup and the dynamic performance of the G37 convertible is mostly due to the progressive FM platform and received numerous awards V6 engine.
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So far, the German tuner is processed mainly aerodynamics, while the engine still running. Basis for creation of the last masters of the AC Shnitzer serve BMW M3 Cabrio. Visual immediately knew that the car is not a normal M3-ka, adding a chrome grille and large primary Ki-20-wheels. Rear exhaust tips are also others, and carbon fiber diffuser, and inscriptions on the lid of the trunk issue true identity of the vehicle. In addition to aerodynamic and technical innovations are, though they do not affect the engine. At this stage he is the standard V8, 420 “horse”, but is currently working on it. New braking system is a set of suspension is recognized as in Manfred Volgarten.
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The German company BMW NA revealed until an open version of its hottest sedan M5, which was founded 20 years ago, but the regret of many fans of the Bavarian brand has never entered into mass production. The unique convertible was presented at the Nurburgring track as the Germans decided to reveal it in case 25-year anniversary of the appearance of the model M5.The history of the BMW M5 Cabrio is very interesting. Management of the company until the last moment not taken a decision on whether to inject into the car in serial production, as it gave a negative answer, a week before the debut of the car exhibition in Geneva in 1989. Where to start and had his orders. Why not let BMW M5 Cabrio market and to keep it a secret until today is that hanging his appearance cause quite a large interest among customers, but at the same time, it would affect sales of the 3-Series Cabrio.

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The German company Mercedes-Benz has already proceeded to final tests of the model E-Class Cabrio, which will appear in the European market early next year. This was announced by the British edition Autocar, which is published and spy photos of cars made before testing it on the track Nurburgring. Mercedes E-Class Cabrio has a soft folding roof and a small spoiler at the top of the windscreen, which diverts the airflow from the passengers and reduces wind noise. The angle of the spoiler can be changed according to personal preferences of each customer as if they so desire on his part could even be removed. According to unofficial data, cabriolet version of the E-Class has received a modernized system for directing hot air to the heads of front and rear passengers, similar to that used in the redesigned Mercedes SL.
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Undoubtedly one of the most exciting launches at the exhibition in Frankfurt is one of the Audi R8 Spyder. The car will appear in the company’s dealers in Europe in the first quarter of the 2010th, but his price will start from 156 400 euros. Convertible version of the Audi R8 has received a mild tilt, which is available in three colors, opens or closes for 19 seconds and is made of carbon fiber, so that its weight is only 30 kilograms. The car has a retractable rear window, which is independent from the roof and can remain raised, even when it is retracted, and function as a wind deflector. Although additional increased incurred in the construction of the car, its weight is 1 720 kg. That is only with 100kg. more than the Audi R8 V10 FSI. This was achieved thanks to its widely used in composite materials such as aluminum and carbon. Audi R8 Spyder exterior differs from the version on the new rear compartment lid with extra air vents for better cooling of the engine underneath, and in the absence of side “sideblades” panel. Moreover, the windscreen frame and vanes on the back cover are made of anodized aluminum.
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