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Counter Steer: More Than Just a Name
Change is something that often takes us by surprise, it is something that many have difficulty with as to put it plainly- we are creatures of habit. In the not so distant future BMW fans will be given a significant dose of change as BMW is once again revamping its naming system.
18000 Miles in an F20 120d
Part of the perks of moving to Germany is the ability to sample the fruits of European only offerings from BMW- The all new 1 series being one of them. In all honesty it was a huge toss up between the F30 3er and the One when it came to the purchase but the truth is, the 120d just hit the right spot in all areas.
As AMG Continues Development, Is M Resting on its Laurels?
Something hit me the other day as I was watching Chris Harris drift an AMG E63 around a corner. Mercedes AMG has a history of following up the standard Merc …
The 3GT Dissected: Why a Tall 3 Series Just May Make Sense (Or Not)
The 3GT is not the prettiest car. Let’s call that a truth. But that doesn’t make it a bad car. Beauty can be in utility and simplicity. But no matter …
Counter Steer: Comparing Apples to Oranges
There was a time when BMW was the standard for driving sedans in any variety offered, from base model on up to top of the line ///M versions. For better or worse that time has passed. A side effect of that makes comparing today’s models to those of yesteryear a bit unfair, the market has changed and the cars have changed along with the wants of the buying public. However there is a way to make the tendency to compare present to past more reasonable.
Why is the E39 Still Considered the Perfect M5?
From friends to auto writers the E39 M5 has long been held up as the perfect sports sedan. With BMW sizing up the 3 and the 5 we thought we’d …
The Refreshed BMW Z4: Analysis & Gallery
The Z4 has always been a favorite of our at BF. And yet it’s also been a bit of a disappointment. The look of the thing, inside and out, is …
Does a 1 Series Sedan Make Sense for BMW?
The answer to that question is much clearer today than it was a few years ago but it still is debatable. The 3 series has been BMW’s bread and butter …
Can BMW Create a Sequel to the 1M?
The 1M vs the M135i has already played out on this site and others. In short the M135i is a great BMW but the 1M is a great M car. …
Mercedes Expands US Sales Lead on BMW. Should We Care?
Over the last few months BMW’s US sales have remained flat or fallen dramatically. Furthermore the brand’s bread and butter products like the 3 and 5 series are substantially down …
Counter Steer: Does Rear Wheel Drive Still Sell?
I know this is going to come as a huge shock to the system but I have been seriously wondering if rear wheel drive is even considered by the “masses” …
BimmerFile Review: Rowing Gears in the New M5
Last year we had the privilege of driving a European specced M5 in beautiful Andalusia, Spain and were more than impressed. On the Ascari racetrack the DCT equipped M5 was …
Auto Start/Stop on F Code BMWs Can Be Changed By Dealers
We have no gripes the current generation of auto/stop start from BMW. We have run the numbers with the system engaged and disengaged and it works as advertised to save …
US 3 Series Wagon to be Automatic Only & Why We’re Ok With That
Yesterday BMW of North America released the first official details of the new F31 3 Series wagon. For BMW enthusiasts the wagon represents the ultimate family vehicle with it’s low …
