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Mild Updates for 2012 BMW 1-Series Coupe and Convertible
The recent presentation of the range-topping BMW 1-Series M Coupe has been followed up by the unveiling of the regular 2012 model year 1-Series Coupe and Convertible models. There are no mechanical changes for the updated models (the 135i received the N55 twin-scroll turbo engine in Spring 2010), with BMW turning its attention on some subtle design modifications and improved aerodynamics, as well as on refinements to various controls plus new exterior paint colors, upholstery and interior trim. New exterior design accents are limited to the reworked headlights and rear lights with LED strips, fresh styles for the 17-inch alloy and 18-inch alloy wheels and the addition of two new paint finishes, Vermilion Red and Marrakesh Brown.
BMW's designers also re-sized the vertical ventilation slits in the front apron to channel air into the wheel arches and create what they describe as an “air curtain†or aerodynamic screening effect across the face of the front wheels. The Bavarian firm claims that the change significantly reduces drag in this area.
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Bmw Updates New 6-series With M Sport, Diesel And Xdrive Variants
BMW is wasting no time in enhancing the range of its recently launched 6-Series Coupé and Convertible models. To sum up the changes, from this autumn (and depending on the market, of course) both body styles will be available with an M Sport package,...
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2011 Infiniti G37 Coupe & Convertible With Reworked Snout Priced
Infiniti has released photos and announced U.S. pricing on its 2011 G37 Coupe and Convertible models, which will both hit showrooms nationwide on November 10th. Following up on last year's updates that focused on the interior, Infiniti has now refreshed...
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2011 Bmw 3-series Coupe And Convertible Facelift Brochure Pics Leaked, New 335is With 322hp
The refreshed 2011 BMW 3-Series Coupe and Convertible will be officially revealed on Sunday, but a German forum has scored a leaked brochure giving us an early preview of the facelift models. In typical BMW fashion, the cosmetic changes are modest and...
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2010 Bmw 7-series: New 306hp Diesel For 740d, M-sports Package And Awd Versions
It's '2010MY' time for BMW that has announced plenty of upgrades for its range-topping sedan model, following yesterday's reveal of the new 316d and 2010 1-Series Coupe and hatchback lineup. For the 7-Series, the new model year brings...
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2010 Bmw 1-series: Coupe Gets 2.0-liter Engines, New Sport And Lifestyle Editions For The Hatch
BMW's 1-Series range is entering the 2010 model year with two new engines returning up to 52.mpg US for the coupe and two additional special edition versions for the three- and five-door hatchback models. Starting off with the 1 Series Coupe, the...
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