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BimmerCast #69: M235i & the Future of the M3 – Can Either Live up to the E90?
We’re back with a quick recap and news and then a look ahead. The Geneva show is hours away and it serves as the perfect backdrop to talk about what BMW will be up to for the rest of the year. Here’s a quick look at the topics of BimmerCast #69.
M235i Production Details and Timeline
The 2 Series is coming. But perhaps more importantly for BF readers the M235i right behind it. According to sources August of 2013 will mark the start of production for the F22 2 Series rear wheel drive coupe. The successor to the 1 Series, the 2 series will see a slight increase in size and a slight decrease in weight. It will also see the introduction of a M Performance Line version of the small BMW coupe to be called the M235i. And thanks to some digging similar to what we did with the 4 Series we’ve uncovered some data (and dates) around the new M235i.
BimmerCast #66: 2012 Reviewed & 2013 Previewed (Diesels in the US, M Performance)
Subscribe | Download (45 MB MP3) It’s time for our annual look back at the year that was with a look ahead to what’s coming. As we’ve mentioned previously 2012 …
Video: BMW M Performance Parts at the Essen Motor Show
The M Performance line of accessories includes a large selection for almost every BMW model, even the recently introduced F31 sport wagon gets to share in the fun! From wheels to exhausts BMW’s official tuning arm produces high quality products that we have fallen in love with, especially the lighter and deeper sounding exhaust systems.
Jeremy Clarkson Reviews the M135i
The most well known automotive journalist in the world has driven the M135i and like us has fallen in love with the little hatch. The car that has won so many accolades (and made it to the second round of EVO’s car of the year voting) won’t be coming to the US but will form the basis of the M235i coupe that will. But enough of that. Let’s hear what Jezza had to say BMW’s best attempt ever at a hot hatch.
BMW M Performance Steering Wheel in Action
Perhaps the most coveted single accessory (beyond that M3 exhaust of course), the M Performance Steering wheel has long been one of our favorite all time BMW accessories. With a full digital display, flat bottom and covered in alcantara head to toe, it’s both striking and functional. In this video BMW race driver Tim Schrick takes a turn through the various settings for both the road and track.
M Performance Showcased at The Essen Motorshow
The current BMW M Performance range is presented at the international tuning fair, celebrating the success of BMW in the driver, team and manufacturer rankings. The retrofit products from the program of Original BMW Accessories perfectly exemplify the intensive transfer of technology from motor racing. The range of products from the areas of drive, suspension, aerodynamics and cockpit is currently being extended to other BMW models.
Chris Harris Pits the BMW M135i Against the Audi RS3
Everyone’s favorite automotive video reviewer Chris Harris had some time with both the Audi RS3 and the new BMW M135i and discovered something. Something we’ve known since Michael had a …
BimmerCast #64: X1, M135i, F80 M3, M5, M6 & BMWNA’s Sales Problems
Subscribe | Download (45 MB MP3) The BimmerCast returns from summer vacation with a huge show… over an hour. Here’s a quick run-down on what we cover: First on the …
A Closer Look at the M135i Makes Us Want One Even More
A BMW hatch that promises near M levels of driver involvement while being relatively affordable. Sound like a perfect combination right? BMW doesn’t think so for the US market where …
First Drive: BMW M135i
There is no spiritual predecessor mumbo jumbo going to be discussed in this review. No, “this car reminds us of that” or anything of the sort. The M135i is the first incarnation of a gasoline fueled BMW M Performance Automobile and it deserves its own time to shine.
2012 M Festival at the Nürburgring
It’s on. The 2012 M Fest at the 24 hours of the ‘Ring is back for its second installment and tickets went on sale today. Last year was a huge …
(Updated) BMW M Performance Accessories at Geneva Motor Show
(Updated with more photos) BMW and M have created a new line of accessories to help individuals customize their cars. Looks to be mainly a naming change in our eyes, …
BMW to Unleash New Line of Lower Priced M Cars
Over the past six months we’ve heard rumors of several “near” M cars that have been undergoing testing. Today we have our first official confirmation from M themselves. “The BMW …
