Clarkson Names 1M the Most Fun Car of 2011

BimmerFile Sections: Video Nov 19th, 2011 8 Comments

We know Clarkson loved the 1M from Top Gear. However in his recent DVD, “Powered Up”, he takes things a big further calling it the most fun new car released in 2011. Why? According to Clarkson it’s all about the simplicity and attitude.

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Interview: SVP of BMW Design Adrian Van Hooydonk

BimmerFile Sections: F20 1 Series | F22/F23 2 Series | Vision Nov 19th, 2011 1 Comment

BMW themselves have released an interview with Senior Vice President BMW Group Design Adrian Van Hooydonk primarily about the new F20 1 Series. It’s an interview unfortunately with BMW’s terrible 1 Series European marketing wrapped around it but it’s interesting nonetheless.

While we’re warming to the new F20 we’re still not convinced it’s as successful as the new F30 3 Series in overall execution. Perhaps it doesn’t matter all that much since our US readers will never get a chance to see the car on US roads. But what about the coupe and convertible? continued →

6 Series Gran Coupe Testing the Limits

BimmerFile Sections: F1X 6 Series Gran Coupe Nov 18th, 2011 1 Comment

Testing his Limits.

BMW’s ‘Ring development time is subject to one un-movable force – winter. And with winter fast approaching northern Europe and the long testing season winding down, clearly the pilot of this particular 6er prototype decided to have some fun. So when should we expect to see more of the four door 6er? continued →



BMW Secures Stake in SGL Carbon

BimmerFile Sections: BMWi | Official News Nov 18th, 2011 No Comments

BMW has been collaborating with SGL for a few years now on it’s plans to manufacturer Carbon based components for it’s BMWi brand. Now they’ve invested directly in the company. In our mind this is yet another bold but rational move into the future of automotive production.

Official Release: BMW AG has secured a 15.16 percent stake in SGL Carbon SE. The company is thereby strengthening its focus on lightweight construction and the use of carbon fibre reinforced plastics (CFRP) in automobile manufacture. The BMW Group and the SGL Group are already collaborating successfully in the framework of a joint venture. continued →

Autocar’s Video Review of the F30 328i

BimmerFile Sections: F30 3 Series | Video Nov 18th, 2011 1 Comment

Autocar’s Steve Sutcliffe gave us his written word review a few days ago. Today we get the video version. As expect (by anyone who’s read his or other reviews) the F30 is praised in almost every way conceivable. From the steering to the fluidity of the controls, Sutcliffe calls this the best 3 Series ever.



BMWNA Announces F30 3 Series Pricing

BimmerFile Sections: F30 3 Series Nov 17th, 2011 2 Comments

(Developing…)

BMW just announced pricing at the LA Auto Show for the highly anticipated F30 3 Series. We’re still getting details but for now, here are the important numbers:

BMW DTM Testing Wraps While Gastro-intestinal Issues Ensue

BimmerFile Sections: DTM | Motorsport Nov 17th, 2011 No Comments

While the eyes of the motoring press have been on LA this week, BMW Motorsport has been busy finishing a test of the New M3 DTM car in Spain. The big news? An “acute gastrointestinal” issue that rendered several team members incapacitated. Thankfully the Mercedes(!) team doctor was available for treatment. No we are not making this stuff up. Check out the official release (the first one we’ve seen to feature the term “gastro-intestinal”) after the break. continued →



F30 3 Series Launch Video & Gallery

BimmerFile Sections: F30 3 Series Nov 17th, 2011 No Comments

As we gear up for our own drive and review of the F30, we thought we’d bring you the sights and sounds of the launch itself straight from Spain. Check it out after the break. continued →

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BMW Model Number Cheat Sheet

Classics
E9 CS (1968-1976)
E10 2002 (1967-1977)

1 Series
E81/82/88 1 Series (2004-)
F20 1 Series

3 Series
E21 3 Series (1975-1983)
E30 3 Series (1982-1993
E36 3 Series (1991-2000)
E46 3 Series (1999-2006)
E90/E91/E92/E93 3 Series (2006-)
F30 3 Series (2013-)

5 Series
E12 5 Series (1972-1981)
E28 5 Series (1981-1988)
E34 5 Series (1987-1995)
E39 5 Series (1995-2002)
E60/E61 5 Series (2003-2010)
F07 5 Series GT (2010-)
F10 5 Series (2011-)

6 Series
E24 6 Series (1976-1989)
E63 6 Series (2005-)
E64 6 Series Conv. (2006-)
F12 6 Series Conv. (2012-) F13 6 Series Coupe (2012-)

7 Series
E23 7 Series (1977-1987)
E32 7 Series (1988-1994)
E38 7 Series (1995–2001)
E65/E66 7 Series (2001-2008)
F01/02 7 Series (2009-)

8 Series
E31 8 Series (1989-1999)

X Series
E84 X1 (2009-)
E83 X3 (2004-2011)
F25 X3 (2011-)
E53 X5 (1999-2006)
E70 X5 (2006-)
E71 X6 (2008-)

Z Series
E36/7 Z3 Roadster
E36/7 Z3 Coupe (1995-2001)
E86 Z4 Coupe (2006-2009)
E85 Z4 Roadster (2002-2009)
E86 Z4 M Coupe (2006-2009)
E89 Z4 Roadster (2009-)
E52 Z8 (2000-2003)

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