Hey, what’s going on everyone? After years of an empty garage and no modifications to the existing staff fleet, we have finally got something new-ish.
Say hello to the Z4 we should have just initially got after the unfortunate incident with the Z3 M Roadster: an Imola Red 2006 Z4 M Roadster, the right successor to our previous Zed. Here she is after her first wash.
As you already know, the Z4 M is powered by a 3.2-litre straight-six engine (S54B32). Performance figures are: 3,246 cc displacement, 333 brake horsepower (248 kW) at 7,900 rpm, 269 lb·ft (365 N·m) of torque at 4,900 rpm, 8,000 rpm redline. Output per litre is 107 bhp (80 kW; 108 PS), and power-to-weight ratio is 9.9 lb/bhp. Acceleration to 60 mph (96km/h) comes in 4.8 seconds. (0-62mph / 100km/h is 5.0) and top speed is limited electronically to 156 mph (251 km/h).
It would be our pleasure, of course, to massage those numbers as high as possible. Here is a shot of her waving good bye to our out going 3.0. As great of a car as it was, it just did not suit our purposes.
This is the fifth generation BMW M5. It comes with a newly developed high-revving 4.4-litre V8 engine with M Twin Power Turbo package. It’s a perfect combination of a sports car and a business car. BMW also significantly improved the balance between performance and fuel consumption. But let’s stop talking and watch this exceptional BMW M car.
A much improved exterior but I’m really not feeling the downgrade to a V8. Yes, it’s twin turbo charged like the 335i, but why not implement the cylinder cut technology?
Many newer cars on the market have engines that cut the power to unused cylinders. They could have kept the awesome V10 of the previous generation, and just done that.
Oh well, I’ll never understand BMW, but will always love their cars. Stay tuned for more updates.
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What’s up guys? Here is a video showing the eventual production version of the interior and the exterior of the new BMW X1.
It was first unveiled at the Frankfurt Motorshow in September 2009. Check it out.
That concludes our look back at the X1. Stay tuned for more updates!
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What’s up guys? Check out the BMW X1 as it conquers Mallorca. On a test drive BMW’s latest X-Model shows a very dynamic performance on road and of course, off road.
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Hey what’s going on guys? In the very low temperatures of the Arctic Circle and with snow everywhere, it was an obvious playground for the BMW X1. Check it out.
Stay tuned.
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Hey, what’s going on guys? At the 2008 Paris Motor Show, BMW debuted a new concept BMW X model in the premium compact segment. Barely one year after showing the BMW X6 as a concept car, the founder of the Sports Activity Vehicle segment is expanding its range of X Models.
With the first Sports Activity Vehicle in the Premium Compact Segment, BMW is actually defining a new segment. Does that mean that BMW is acutally creating a new Segment? The BMW Concept X1 is an innovative, modern interpretation of an X vehicle in the compact class.
With its robust design characteristics the BMW Concept X1 clearly belongs to the X family. At the same time, it extends the X family in a progressive way. This vehicle makes an authentic transition of the features and design language typical of a BMW X model into a new class of vehicles. The BMW Concept X1 sets a new standard of cool elegance, modern style and functional variability.
The six contour lines and the three-dimensional shape define the surface design of the engine compartment lid emanating a strong feeling of dynamic performance. The inner lines taper out sharply to the front towards the BMW kidney grille. The outer lines continue into the shoulder contours at the side. Characteristic rear end with L-shaped rear light clusters ensuring a homogeneous light effect thanks to LED light tubes. Raked to a low angle, the rear window gives the BMW Concept X1 a truly sporting touch, the horizontal lines emphasizing the sheer width of the vehicle.
Hey, what’s going on guys? In the next few weeks, we’ll be taking you back to the concept phase of the BMW X1.
Here is a video from back in late 2008 during a photo shoot, with BMW chief designer Adrian van Hooydonk explaining the BMW Concept X1, its design and who it is aimed at. Check it out.
I gotta say, this is one of the better looking BMWs as of late. Looks like it will give the Subaru’s a run for their money. Just slap on some Snow Chains, and head up to the mountains!
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Hey, what’s going on guys? This is the first official clip of the new BMW M5. Dr. Kay Segler, president of BMW M GmbH explains more about the car. Check it out.
