BMW Releases MSRP For 2009 Model Line-Up
BMW has released the MSRP for all of the 2009 model line-up for North America including the pricing and new option package details. The car in the lowest end is the 128i Coupe which comes in at $29,200.
BMW Reveals New Sports Edition Competition Package For 6-Series
BMW announced this week the introduction of the new Sports Edition trim level for the 6-Series. This new Competition package features a host of modifications for the M6 and includes both the convertible and coupe models.
The package includes a restyled hood and new lightweight 19″ alloys, plus stiffer anti-roll bars and the anti-roll stabilization system borrowed from the M division. Brushed aluminum trim for the cabin and fog lights also form part of the Edition Sport, along with a couple of new colors.
BMW Recalls 20,000 Due To Faulty Airbag
BMW has issued a recall on more then 20,000 American cars because the passenger side airbag will not deploy during an accident. 2004-2005 5-Series sedans, 2004-2006 X3 SUV’s, and 2006 3-Series are all under the recall list.
According to the recall notice, a sensor that deploys the airbag could be deactivated by wear and tear caused by passengers opening and closing the car door. BMW dealers will begin servicing affected vehicles in September, 2008. As a courtesy, BMW will extend the warranty on the affected autos airbags for 10 years with no limit on mileage.
BMW 335d Caught Testing In Death Valley, CA
Spies managed to catch pictures of the 2009 BMW 335d testing in Death Valley, California. It had surprisingly little to no camouflage giving us a great view of what the exterior of the car looks like.
The 335d was first announced during the 2008 Detroit Auto Show. It is a diesel variant of the BMW 3-Series that is equipped with a 3.0 liter twin turbo inline-6 engine. It has the ability to push out 265 horsepower and 425 pound-feet of torque at 1,750 rpm.
Rendering Of Unusual M1 Homage/Dodge Challenger Concept
None of us would consider combining the looks and features from BMW and Dodge. It seems odd to us. At least until we saw this rendering by a Russian illustrator named Remio.
This illustrator is very skilled and has managed to combine the BMW m1 Homage and the Dodge Challenger. While some rendered speculation can prove to be quite close to the mark when the subject goes into production, we’ll have to file this one squarely in the “never gonna happen” folder. It’s a pity too because it is a well designed car.
