About BMW | Your Questions, Our Answers
Apr
16
IC asked:
The BMW car has always ruled the automobile industry from its very inception. Even today, it is one car that can demand undivided attention when it runs the road in its brilliance. Yes, it does make heads turn, and does make its makers proud!
Its many attractive models have pampered mankind with their style, comfort and driving pleasure. The acceleration, handling, mileage, looks, built, engine/transmission, capacities, safety, steadiness—just name it and the BMW car has it all. Here’s a teaser for you: Very recently, BMW’s AC Schnitzer TENSION took part in a high-speed test in Italy under the “Beyond 300 km/h” category and emerged as the fastest BMW in the world at the end of it. So whenever you think of speed, you just can’t dismiss the BMW. It burns roads in its fiery presence—the regal interiors, superb engineering, commendable engine power, top notch body-styling components and more.
The BMW 3-series coupe and convertible are the latest additions in 2007. The developers and designers of this car brand never stop thinking about the drivers’ needs. And this year, they have more to offer. The 325 models have got a power upgrade to 230 and a name upgrade to 328. The 330 models have got a turbocharged 3-liter inline six and a name upgrade to 335. All are ready in an all-wheel-drive version 328xi. These also have improved navigation systems that can download real-time traffic updates and factor in traffic delays when computing the fastest route.
Take for instance the BMW 328i sedan—it’s purely a love-at-first-drive car! Forget the cliché good looks that’s integral to BMW, this sports sedan is a sheer driver’s joy, unlike most cars in this range. The Audi A4, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Lexus IS250, Infiniti G35, Acura TL, and Volvo S-60 are all worthy of the ‘sports sedan’ tag, but the 328i sedan has a tad more to it—it has impressed drivers with its unparalleled stability on high-speed runs and smoothness on any terrain. However, speed does not come only from maximum engine power; it is also because of careful engineering of all elements and maintenance. That is one reason why its owners give huge importance to BMW tuning.
The BMW 5-series and 6-series models have the new navigation systems now. Optionally, the 5-series is also been given a high-definition radio and night-vision to enhance the drivers’ luxury and the 6-series is fitted with a high-quality leather package and Logic7 sound system. The 7-series BMW has one-of-a-kind interior trim, Merino leather and special 20″ wheels. It also offers more exterior paint colors at extra cost to compound the BMW experience.
This car brand has an intense fan-following, for obvious reasons! And all BMW enthusiasts over the world interact with each other and share their common dreams, fantasies and ideas through the BMW community online. You must be part of one if you love the BMW; and if you aren’t, it won’t take you long for sure.
Linda
The BMW car has always ruled the automobile industry from its very inception. Even today, it is one car that can demand undivided attention when it runs the road in its brilliance. Yes, it does make heads turn, and does make its makers proud!
Its many attractive models have pampered mankind with their style, comfort and driving pleasure. The acceleration, handling, mileage, looks, built, engine/transmission, capacities, safety, steadiness—just name it and the BMW car has it all. Here’s a teaser for you: Very recently, BMW’s AC Schnitzer TENSION took part in a high-speed test in Italy under the “Beyond 300 km/h” category and emerged as the fastest BMW in the world at the end of it. So whenever you think of speed, you just can’t dismiss the BMW. It burns roads in its fiery presence—the regal interiors, superb engineering, commendable engine power, top notch body-styling components and more.
The BMW 3-series coupe and convertible are the latest additions in 2007. The developers and designers of this car brand never stop thinking about the drivers’ needs. And this year, they have more to offer. The 325 models have got a power upgrade to 230 and a name upgrade to 328. The 330 models have got a turbocharged 3-liter inline six and a name upgrade to 335. All are ready in an all-wheel-drive version 328xi. These also have improved navigation systems that can download real-time traffic updates and factor in traffic delays when computing the fastest route.
Take for instance the BMW 328i sedan—it’s purely a love-at-first-drive car! Forget the cliché good looks that’s integral to BMW, this sports sedan is a sheer driver’s joy, unlike most cars in this range. The Audi A4, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Lexus IS250, Infiniti G35, Acura TL, and Volvo S-60 are all worthy of the ‘sports sedan’ tag, but the 328i sedan has a tad more to it—it has impressed drivers with its unparalleled stability on high-speed runs and smoothness on any terrain. However, speed does not come only from maximum engine power; it is also because of careful engineering of all elements and maintenance. That is one reason why its owners give huge importance to BMW tuning.
The BMW 5-series and 6-series models have the new navigation systems now. Optionally, the 5-series is also been given a high-definition radio and night-vision to enhance the drivers’ luxury and the 6-series is fitted with a high-quality leather package and Logic7 sound system. The 7-series BMW has one-of-a-kind interior trim, Merino leather and special 20″ wheels. It also offers more exterior paint colors at extra cost to compound the BMW experience.
This car brand has an intense fan-following, for obvious reasons! And all BMW enthusiasts over the world interact with each other and share their common dreams, fantasies and ideas through the BMW community online. You must be part of one if you love the BMW; and if you aren’t, it won’t take you long for sure.
Linda
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Apr
13
Howard Thomas asked:
BMW - a reputation built on quality without compromise
As an experienced driver, you know the importance of keeping your BMW in tip-top condition. Regular servicing will extend your car’s life and identify defects before they become catastrophic.
When you consider the history of BMW and how the Company has built its global reputation for prestige and performance excellence, booking a BMW service that is conducted with care and precision is vitally important in retaining the characteristics of this prestige car.
BMW facts you may not know
BMW has its roots in pre-First World War German aviation.
Gustav Otto, son of the inventor of the four-stroke internal combustion engine, set up an aircraft factory and training school in 1910. However, after persistent quality problems with production, his business was bought by a consortium in 1916. The company became known as Bayerische Flugzeugwerke AG (BFW) and began manufacturing aircraft under licence from Albatros Werke. It soon became the largest aircraft manufacturer in Bavaria, but at the end of the First World War demand collapsed.
Meanwhile, in 1913 an engine designer Karl Rapp had set up an aircraft engine manufacturing company, but vibration problems with their own engines meant that they switched production to Austro-Daimler V12 engines, under licence. A man called Franz Josef Popp was put in to supervise the manufacturing. He managed to persuade Karl Rapp to employ a talented design engineer from Daimler, Max Friz. Friz quickly designed a new engine and made such an impact with the investors, that Karl Rapp was ousted from the business in 1917. At this point the company name was changed from Rapp Motorenwerke GmbH to Bayerische Motorenwerke BmbH (BMW).
However, in December 1918, BMW was forced to close down by the government at the end of the First World War. However, in less than three months BMW was allowed to reopen and began designing a new array of engines, although the company was forced to cease aircraft engine production. At this point, an Austrian financier, Camillo Castiglioni, had become the majority shareholder in BMW.
In the summer of 1919, BMW began building brake assemblies under licence from Knorr-Bremse AG, and around a year later Castiglioni sold his shares in BMW to Knorr-Bremse.
Following the sale of his stake in BMW, Castiglioni became interested in purchasing BFW which he completed in 1922. On the back of this, he moved to purchase back the BMW name and engine building division from Knorr-Bremse. He was successful, and with the merger of BFW and BMW, under the BMW name, he also secured the design and management skills of Max Friz and Franz Josef Popp, plus valuable engine drawings and patents.
BMW began production of replacement engines, whilst Castiglioni did a lucrative deal with the Czechs to licence the production of BMW aircraft engines for use by their military.
During the 1920s, BMW supplied Russia with aircraft engines and Castiglioni, as well as being the majority shareholder, siphoned off a brokerage fee on every transaction to his ‘private’ companies.
Along with military engines, BMW began to successfully manufacture small agricultural engines and motorcycles, starting with the R 32 in 1923. These formed the basis of the project to design a BMW production car in 1925. Then in 1928 the company expanded into full car production with the purchase of the Eisenach Car Factory that made the Dixi (or Austin Seven manufactured under license). The car became known as the BMW 3/15 and it was not long before BMW was producing its own designs.
However, Castiglioni’s business dealings got himself and BMW into trouble. After selling a majority shareholding to Deutsche Bank in 1926, to raise personal funds, his irregular commission payments were duly revealed. He settled out of court with a large payment back to BMW and stepped down from the board. In 1929, he sold the remainder of his shared to Deutsche Bank to prop up his finances.
The Castiglioni affair had also cost BMW. The Russian government became aware of the ‘commission’ payments and demanded compensation. BMW handed over a licence to produce the BMW VI engine for free and relations with the Russians came to an end in the early 1930s.
After successful expansion of the motorcycle and car businesses in the 1930s, BMW was forced to abandon civilian production by the National Socialist Party during the Second World War and focus on the production of aircraft engines. This included the use of forced labour.
Towards the end of the war, BMW was hit hard by allied bombing and when the war ended, the sites in eastern Germany were seized by the Russians. Meanwhile, whilst BMW survived in the West, they were banned from manufacturing engines for three years and BMW car plans and their chief designer Fritz Fiedler were taken to England to begin Bristol Cars. And so it was not until 1948 that production of BMW motorcycles recommenced and not until 1952 that car production was started again.
The initial post-war car models, such as the 507 and 503, were not highly profitable and in 1959, BMW discussed selling the business to Daimler-Benz. This was an unpopular move with the workforce, and fortunately Chairman Kurt Golda increased his stake in the company to secure BMW’s independence.
During the 1960s the release of more sporty models spelt success for BMW. The BMW 1500 (that followed the BMW 700) led to the BMW 1600 and BMW 1800 models and in 1967 two door and convertible models that became known as the BMW 02 series. These developments eventually led to the creation of the famous BMW 3 series.
The company expanded, with new production facilities and a new headquarters in Munich.
Going into the 1970s, the BMW 5 series replaced the sedans, the coupes were replaced with the BMW 3 series and a new BMW 7 series was launched, thereby giving BMW three distinct sports sedan ranges that continued into the 1990s.
BMW became a global brand in prestige car manufacturing and sales increased 18 times. Production expanded from Germany and has spread to across continents, including facilities in the UK, America, South Africa and India. The company has also formed partnerships over time with Russian and Chinese producers.
In the mid 1990s, BMW bought Rover from British Aerospace. However, the company struggled to find a role for the English brands and make a profit. In 2000 it disposed of Rover to Phoenix Venture Holdings and sold the Land Rover brand to Ford. However, BMW retained the Mini, Triumph and other brands. BMW has since successfully rekindled the Mini brand and also gone on to secure full use of the Rolls Royce brand (in 2003).
From its humble origins as pre-First World War makers of aircraft and aircraft engines, BMW has survived as a result of post-war entrepreneurial spirit and grown rapidly to become a major global player in the prestige car market.
Book your BMW service with confidence
So when you book your next BMW service, you can be confident that Service A Car understands the heritage of BMW and conducts BMW servicing with the passion and precision your prestige car deserves.
Happy motoring,
Howard.
Chairman Service A Car
Edward
BMW - a reputation built on quality without compromise
As an experienced driver, you know the importance of keeping your BMW in tip-top condition. Regular servicing will extend your car’s life and identify defects before they become catastrophic.
When you consider the history of BMW and how the Company has built its global reputation for prestige and performance excellence, booking a BMW service that is conducted with care and precision is vitally important in retaining the characteristics of this prestige car.
BMW facts you may not know
BMW has its roots in pre-First World War German aviation.
Gustav Otto, son of the inventor of the four-stroke internal combustion engine, set up an aircraft factory and training school in 1910. However, after persistent quality problems with production, his business was bought by a consortium in 1916. The company became known as Bayerische Flugzeugwerke AG (BFW) and began manufacturing aircraft under licence from Albatros Werke. It soon became the largest aircraft manufacturer in Bavaria, but at the end of the First World War demand collapsed.
Meanwhile, in 1913 an engine designer Karl Rapp had set up an aircraft engine manufacturing company, but vibration problems with their own engines meant that they switched production to Austro-Daimler V12 engines, under licence. A man called Franz Josef Popp was put in to supervise the manufacturing. He managed to persuade Karl Rapp to employ a talented design engineer from Daimler, Max Friz. Friz quickly designed a new engine and made such an impact with the investors, that Karl Rapp was ousted from the business in 1917. At this point the company name was changed from Rapp Motorenwerke GmbH to Bayerische Motorenwerke BmbH (BMW).
However, in December 1918, BMW was forced to close down by the government at the end of the First World War. However, in less than three months BMW was allowed to reopen and began designing a new array of engines, although the company was forced to cease aircraft engine production. At this point, an Austrian financier, Camillo Castiglioni, had become the majority shareholder in BMW.
In the summer of 1919, BMW began building brake assemblies under licence from Knorr-Bremse AG, and around a year later Castiglioni sold his shares in BMW to Knorr-Bremse.
Following the sale of his stake in BMW, Castiglioni became interested in purchasing BFW which he completed in 1922. On the back of this, he moved to purchase back the BMW name and engine building division from Knorr-Bremse. He was successful, and with the merger of BFW and BMW, under the BMW name, he also secured the design and management skills of Max Friz and Franz Josef Popp, plus valuable engine drawings and patents.
BMW began production of replacement engines, whilst Castiglioni did a lucrative deal with the Czechs to licence the production of BMW aircraft engines for use by their military.
During the 1920s, BMW supplied Russia with aircraft engines and Castiglioni, as well as being the majority shareholder, siphoned off a brokerage fee on every transaction to his ‘private’ companies.
Along with military engines, BMW began to successfully manufacture small agricultural engines and motorcycles, starting with the R 32 in 1923. These formed the basis of the project to design a BMW production car in 1925. Then in 1928 the company expanded into full car production with the purchase of the Eisenach Car Factory that made the Dixi (or Austin Seven manufactured under license). The car became known as the BMW 3/15 and it was not long before BMW was producing its own designs.
However, Castiglioni’s business dealings got himself and BMW into trouble. After selling a majority shareholding to Deutsche Bank in 1926, to raise personal funds, his irregular commission payments were duly revealed. He settled out of court with a large payment back to BMW and stepped down from the board. In 1929, he sold the remainder of his shared to Deutsche Bank to prop up his finances.
The Castiglioni affair had also cost BMW. The Russian government became aware of the ‘commission’ payments and demanded compensation. BMW handed over a licence to produce the BMW VI engine for free and relations with the Russians came to an end in the early 1930s.
After successful expansion of the motorcycle and car businesses in the 1930s, BMW was forced to abandon civilian production by the National Socialist Party during the Second World War and focus on the production of aircraft engines. This included the use of forced labour.
Towards the end of the war, BMW was hit hard by allied bombing and when the war ended, the sites in eastern Germany were seized by the Russians. Meanwhile, whilst BMW survived in the West, they were banned from manufacturing engines for three years and BMW car plans and their chief designer Fritz Fiedler were taken to England to begin Bristol Cars. And so it was not until 1948 that production of BMW motorcycles recommenced and not until 1952 that car production was started again.
The initial post-war car models, such as the 507 and 503, were not highly profitable and in 1959, BMW discussed selling the business to Daimler-Benz. This was an unpopular move with the workforce, and fortunately Chairman Kurt Golda increased his stake in the company to secure BMW’s independence.
During the 1960s the release of more sporty models spelt success for BMW. The BMW 1500 (that followed the BMW 700) led to the BMW 1600 and BMW 1800 models and in 1967 two door and convertible models that became known as the BMW 02 series. These developments eventually led to the creation of the famous BMW 3 series.
The company expanded, with new production facilities and a new headquarters in Munich.
Going into the 1970s, the BMW 5 series replaced the sedans, the coupes were replaced with the BMW 3 series and a new BMW 7 series was launched, thereby giving BMW three distinct sports sedan ranges that continued into the 1990s.
BMW became a global brand in prestige car manufacturing and sales increased 18 times. Production expanded from Germany and has spread to across continents, including facilities in the UK, America, South Africa and India. The company has also formed partnerships over time with Russian and Chinese producers.
In the mid 1990s, BMW bought Rover from British Aerospace. However, the company struggled to find a role for the English brands and make a profit. In 2000 it disposed of Rover to Phoenix Venture Holdings and sold the Land Rover brand to Ford. However, BMW retained the Mini, Triumph and other brands. BMW has since successfully rekindled the Mini brand and also gone on to secure full use of the Rolls Royce brand (in 2003).
From its humble origins as pre-First World War makers of aircraft and aircraft engines, BMW has survived as a result of post-war entrepreneurial spirit and grown rapidly to become a major global player in the prestige car market.
Book your BMW service with confidence
So when you book your next BMW service, you can be confident that Service A Car understands the heritage of BMW and conducts BMW servicing with the passion and precision your prestige car deserves.
Happy motoring,
Howard.
Chairman Service A Car
Edward
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Apr
11
Howard Thomas asked:
How to save money on your next BMW service
BMW servicing is now much cheaper, for those in the know.
Thanks to European legislation, you no longer have to be tied to high BMW service costs, dictated by your local dealer.
In October 2003 new European legislation affecting the motor industry came into force called “Block Exemption Regulation” 14002002 (BER), and this now means that you can book your next BMW car service online and save up to 50% on what you might pay at your local BMW dealer.
Before the law changed it was difficult to have new cars within their warranty period serviced outside a franchised dealer. If you wanted to shop around for the best prices on BMW servicing, your hands were tied.
The change in the law now gives every car owner the freedom to service their car away from the main dealers, and still have their warranty protected.
Thousands of BMW car owners have now taken advantage of their new right and reduced their BMW serving costs, whilst benefiting from the convenience of booking with national car service providers such as Service A Car.
Service A Car is a leading online car servicing network that prides itself on the quality of its BMW servicing, their customer service and transparent pricing. Because the company is not tied to any particular car manufacturer, they are able to service any make of vehicle and compete freely in the market, on a like-for-like.
Every vehicle is rigorously serviced according to the manufacturer’s servicing schedule, using genuine recommended parts fitted by qualified technicians. This means that every BMW car service fulfils the warranty criteria and there is no compromise on the servicing standards of a main dealer.
Companies like Service A Car, who fulfil the warranty criteria when servicing your BMW, are able to maintain your service book, just as main dealer can – thereby protecting your warranty and helping you to maximise the resale value of your BMW car.
Of course, booking direct with a national car servicing network has its own advantages:
· You no longer have to do all the running around. Service A Car collects your BMW in the morning and delivers it back that afternoon, free of charge
· You pay a fixed BMW service price, which can be up to 50% below the price at the BMW servicing desk of your local dealer
· No additional work is carried out without your agreement, which means no nasty surprises when it comes to paying the bill
· Trained Customer Advisers are on hand throughout the day to keep you informed of progress, and report back on problems you asked to be investigated as part of your BMW service e.g. knocks and rattles
· Your BMW service includes a free wash and vacuum clean
· You simply pay with your credit or debit card and your car is delivered back to your home or work address.
Our advice for saving money on BMW car servicing is to contact a national car servicing network, who is not tied to any one particular car manufacturer, like Service A Car.
So, before you book your next BMW service, why not ask your local dealer to tell you the cost of the service (plus parts, oil and any extras) and then compare it with a fixed price quote from a national servicing network, like Service A Car?
Happy motoring,
Howard.
Chairman Service A Car
Lois
How to save money on your next BMW service
BMW servicing is now much cheaper, for those in the know.
Thanks to European legislation, you no longer have to be tied to high BMW service costs, dictated by your local dealer.
In October 2003 new European legislation affecting the motor industry came into force called “Block Exemption Regulation” 14002002 (BER), and this now means that you can book your next BMW car service online and save up to 50% on what you might pay at your local BMW dealer.
Before the law changed it was difficult to have new cars within their warranty period serviced outside a franchised dealer. If you wanted to shop around for the best prices on BMW servicing, your hands were tied.
The change in the law now gives every car owner the freedom to service their car away from the main dealers, and still have their warranty protected.
Thousands of BMW car owners have now taken advantage of their new right and reduced their BMW serving costs, whilst benefiting from the convenience of booking with national car service providers such as Service A Car.
Service A Car is a leading online car servicing network that prides itself on the quality of its BMW servicing, their customer service and transparent pricing. Because the company is not tied to any particular car manufacturer, they are able to service any make of vehicle and compete freely in the market, on a like-for-like.
Every vehicle is rigorously serviced according to the manufacturer’s servicing schedule, using genuine recommended parts fitted by qualified technicians. This means that every BMW car service fulfils the warranty criteria and there is no compromise on the servicing standards of a main dealer.
Companies like Service A Car, who fulfil the warranty criteria when servicing your BMW, are able to maintain your service book, just as main dealer can – thereby protecting your warranty and helping you to maximise the resale value of your BMW car.
Of course, booking direct with a national car servicing network has its own advantages:
· You no longer have to do all the running around. Service A Car collects your BMW in the morning and delivers it back that afternoon, free of charge
· You pay a fixed BMW service price, which can be up to 50% below the price at the BMW servicing desk of your local dealer
· No additional work is carried out without your agreement, which means no nasty surprises when it comes to paying the bill
· Trained Customer Advisers are on hand throughout the day to keep you informed of progress, and report back on problems you asked to be investigated as part of your BMW service e.g. knocks and rattles
· Your BMW service includes a free wash and vacuum clean
· You simply pay with your credit or debit card and your car is delivered back to your home or work address.
Our advice for saving money on BMW car servicing is to contact a national car servicing network, who is not tied to any one particular car manufacturer, like Service A Car.
So, before you book your next BMW service, why not ask your local dealer to tell you the cost of the service (plus parts, oil and any extras) and then compare it with a fixed price quote from a national servicing network, like Service A Car?
Happy motoring,
Howard.
Chairman Service A Car
Lois
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Jessica Whittaker asked:
BMW is known as one of the best supercars in the world. BMW provide high quality cars with optimal supercar performance.
No matter, while on the run or stationary, the prominent features of the BMW X5 never fails to give an instant impression to onlookers.
Its popularity has lead to creation of many web sites and fan clubs as well. People simply fall in love with the BMW X5, because of its features, which are as follows:
Salient Features:
Due to its on-road capabilities, it is referred to as a Sports Activity Vehicle rather then a Sports Utility Vehicle. Below listed are certain features to look into this car, while you take it out in inclement weather conditions:
1. To test out the four wheel drive
2. Traction control
3. All disc anti-lock braking and
4. Antiskid features.
Most of the SUVs stay on the road; however SAVs are especially designed keeping the road in mind.
The BMW X5 is considered to have a lot of horsepower. For instance, the 2002 model 4.6 has a 340 horsepower engine and other vehicles of X5 have their horsepower ranging between 290 and 315. The BMW X5 maintains most of its original fast acceleration ability. It reaches at a speed of 60 mph in just 7 seconds.
One has a comfortable ride due to the suspension of the BMW X5. The suspension of BMW X5 has a load-leveling feature that is useful, when heavy objects or person sits in one part of the vehicle. A sport suspension package along with a model with the sport package endeavors for a smoother drive for you. The vehicle also gets a superior handling because of all these features.
Those interested in buying BMW X5 can find used BMW X5 cars with the transmissions they want. In 1999 to 2000, when BMW X5 first came out, the 4.4i had a 5-speed automatic transmission that can be manually shifted. This is the time when 3.0i was released with a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. By the year 2004, a 6-speed manual transmission was available in this regard. As preference of all drivers vary to a huge extent, all the used or modified BMW X5 cars are popular.
Next, depending on the model the BMW X5 has many different features that make it a luxury car. In around 1999 to 2000, these cars were inclusive of an optional navigation system with a screen that was mounted in the dashboard. Some of the 2002 vehicles had options such as sunroofs and rain-sensing windshield wipers. Some of them also had the option of automatic climate control and rear climate packages. Finding the best features of your choice in a used BMW X5 may not be an easy task, but it is worth the effort.
Overview:
The BMW X5 is quiet spacious and has plenty of room for both people as well as cargo. It has more than adequate head and legroom for four adults as well as their belongings. In fact, the BMW X5 headroom for the rear seat is much more generous as compared in most SUVs.
Christian
BMW is known as one of the best supercars in the world. BMW provide high quality cars with optimal supercar performance.
No matter, while on the run or stationary, the prominent features of the BMW X5 never fails to give an instant impression to onlookers.
Its popularity has lead to creation of many web sites and fan clubs as well. People simply fall in love with the BMW X5, because of its features, which are as follows:
Salient Features:
Due to its on-road capabilities, it is referred to as a Sports Activity Vehicle rather then a Sports Utility Vehicle. Below listed are certain features to look into this car, while you take it out in inclement weather conditions:
1. To test out the four wheel drive
2. Traction control
3. All disc anti-lock braking and
4. Antiskid features.
Most of the SUVs stay on the road; however SAVs are especially designed keeping the road in mind.
The BMW X5 is considered to have a lot of horsepower. For instance, the 2002 model 4.6 has a 340 horsepower engine and other vehicles of X5 have their horsepower ranging between 290 and 315. The BMW X5 maintains most of its original fast acceleration ability. It reaches at a speed of 60 mph in just 7 seconds.
One has a comfortable ride due to the suspension of the BMW X5. The suspension of BMW X5 has a load-leveling feature that is useful, when heavy objects or person sits in one part of the vehicle. A sport suspension package along with a model with the sport package endeavors for a smoother drive for you. The vehicle also gets a superior handling because of all these features.
Those interested in buying BMW X5 can find used BMW X5 cars with the transmissions they want. In 1999 to 2000, when BMW X5 first came out, the 4.4i had a 5-speed automatic transmission that can be manually shifted. This is the time when 3.0i was released with a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. By the year 2004, a 6-speed manual transmission was available in this regard. As preference of all drivers vary to a huge extent, all the used or modified BMW X5 cars are popular.
Next, depending on the model the BMW X5 has many different features that make it a luxury car. In around 1999 to 2000, these cars were inclusive of an optional navigation system with a screen that was mounted in the dashboard. Some of the 2002 vehicles had options such as sunroofs and rain-sensing windshield wipers. Some of them also had the option of automatic climate control and rear climate packages. Finding the best features of your choice in a used BMW X5 may not be an easy task, but it is worth the effort.
Overview:
The BMW X5 is quiet spacious and has plenty of room for both people as well as cargo. It has more than adequate head and legroom for four adults as well as their belongings. In fact, the BMW X5 headroom for the rear seat is much more generous as compared in most SUVs.
Christian
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Apr
08
Posted on 08-04-2009
Filed Under (BMW) by admin on 08-04-2009
2Bme asked:
My 1989 BMW 325i convertible has a manual top that i rais and lower myself. Ive seen cars of yhe same type and year that have electric ones. I just want to know if its possible to add a motor and switch to convert it to an automatic convertible top.
Carolyn
My 1989 BMW 325i convertible has a manual top that i rais and lower myself. Ive seen cars of yhe same type and year that have electric ones. I just want to know if its possible to add a motor and switch to convert it to an automatic convertible top.
Carolyn
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Apr
08
Posted on 08-04-2009
Filed Under (BMW) by admin on 08-04-2009
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Apr
04
Posted on 04-04-2009
Filed Under (BMW) by admin on 04-04-2009
Vikram kuamr asked:
If you are looking for a revolutionized car parking sensor that is 100% reliable, unique and discrete, try the BMW parking sensor offered by Parking Dynamics. The BMW parking sensor has the revolutionized technology of front and rear sensor. It definitely fits any weather conditions and parking situations. The electromagnetic technology of BMW parking sensor is tried and tested to make any parking situation easier and safer as well as preventing tragic accidents, scrapes and bumps.
The BMW parking sensor is a universal kind of car parking sensor that can fit not only BMW cars but also other vehicle forms such as Motorhome, SUVs, MPVs, 4×4s and Vans. It also detects all kinds of objects when near in distance that include skips, garage doors, barriers, fences, walks, posts, pillars, small and high kerbs, vehicle, people and many more. The unique adhesive metallic antenna design of BMW parking sensor mounts disjointedly the inner side of the plastic bumper. With this design, your BMW car will always look new and can even maintain the smooth aesthetic lines of today’s stature vehicles. Compared to other visible and ugly sensors, the BMW parking sensor carried by Parking Dynamics are far excellent in performance and design.
The BMW parking sensor offered by Parking Dynamics is available in different sensor options whereas these options use the same electromagnetic technology of various alert tones for identification. BMW parking sensor has the front and rear parking sensor options.
The front BMW parking sensor provides the car with full bumper protection during parking. Through an audible speaker, the sensor will alert the car owner for any approaching distant objects. It is activated by pressing its push-button switch that is mounted disjointedly beneath the steering wheel. Once the front BMW parking sensor is activated, there is a sensor system that gives self-diagnostic, automatic and instant functions. The functions usually involved mapping out the surround areas of the front bumper. With constant monitoring on these functions, the car owner can maneuver the vehicle with 100% accuracy rate with provided various audible tones for proximity. The rear BMW parking sensor provides the car with full bumper protection when parking as well as reversing. Just the same with the front sensor, it is alerted via audible speaker and has similar functions.
Here are listed key features of BMW parking sensor offered by Parking Dynamics that will make any BMW car owner purchased for their car parking sensor:
With high performance as a parking aid, reversing sensor, and reverse sensor.
Comes with 2-year guarantee.
Ideal for leasing and rental companies since there is no bumper adjustments needed.
Can fit all BMW vehicle forms with its plastic bumper. The vehicle forms include Motor homes, Vans, Cars, SUV, MPV and 4×4.
Greatly compatible with all BMW vehicles because of its spare wheel fixed and tow bar fitted to rear door.
Comes with 3-wire installation.
Comes with three kinds of audible tones alert for the car owner’s proximity. The tones alert can be related to any surrounding or distant objects.
It is 100% compatible with both the latest multiplex and conventional wiring systems of BMW vehicles.
Comes with a 2.7-meter adhesive antenna mounted on the inner side of the bumper. This antenna can be cut off to fit any bumper sizes.
It does not require paint compared to any ultrasonic types parking sensors.
Highly responsive, reliable and accurate in all weather conditions and parking situations.
Can easily fit without holing or drilling the car that may cause damage.
It is maintenance free.
Can protect and scan full length of bumper including the sides.
Can easily detect various objects such as skips, barriers, fences, walls, posts, pillars, garage doors, small and high kerbs, vehicles, people and many more.
Instantly beep whenever close to a kind of object.
No visible parts required and 100% discrete to install.
Sarah
If you are looking for a revolutionized car parking sensor that is 100% reliable, unique and discrete, try the BMW parking sensor offered by Parking Dynamics. The BMW parking sensor has the revolutionized technology of front and rear sensor. It definitely fits any weather conditions and parking situations. The electromagnetic technology of BMW parking sensor is tried and tested to make any parking situation easier and safer as well as preventing tragic accidents, scrapes and bumps.
The BMW parking sensor is a universal kind of car parking sensor that can fit not only BMW cars but also other vehicle forms such as Motorhome, SUVs, MPVs, 4×4s and Vans. It also detects all kinds of objects when near in distance that include skips, garage doors, barriers, fences, walks, posts, pillars, small and high kerbs, vehicle, people and many more. The unique adhesive metallic antenna design of BMW parking sensor mounts disjointedly the inner side of the plastic bumper. With this design, your BMW car will always look new and can even maintain the smooth aesthetic lines of today’s stature vehicles. Compared to other visible and ugly sensors, the BMW parking sensor carried by Parking Dynamics are far excellent in performance and design.
The BMW parking sensor offered by Parking Dynamics is available in different sensor options whereas these options use the same electromagnetic technology of various alert tones for identification. BMW parking sensor has the front and rear parking sensor options.
The front BMW parking sensor provides the car with full bumper protection during parking. Through an audible speaker, the sensor will alert the car owner for any approaching distant objects. It is activated by pressing its push-button switch that is mounted disjointedly beneath the steering wheel. Once the front BMW parking sensor is activated, there is a sensor system that gives self-diagnostic, automatic and instant functions. The functions usually involved mapping out the surround areas of the front bumper. With constant monitoring on these functions, the car owner can maneuver the vehicle with 100% accuracy rate with provided various audible tones for proximity. The rear BMW parking sensor provides the car with full bumper protection when parking as well as reversing. Just the same with the front sensor, it is alerted via audible speaker and has similar functions.
Here are listed key features of BMW parking sensor offered by Parking Dynamics that will make any BMW car owner purchased for their car parking sensor:
With high performance as a parking aid, reversing sensor, and reverse sensor.
Comes with 2-year guarantee.
Ideal for leasing and rental companies since there is no bumper adjustments needed.
Can fit all BMW vehicle forms with its plastic bumper. The vehicle forms include Motor homes, Vans, Cars, SUV, MPV and 4×4.
Greatly compatible with all BMW vehicles because of its spare wheel fixed and tow bar fitted to rear door.
Comes with 3-wire installation.
Comes with three kinds of audible tones alert for the car owner’s proximity. The tones alert can be related to any surrounding or distant objects.
It is 100% compatible with both the latest multiplex and conventional wiring systems of BMW vehicles.
Comes with a 2.7-meter adhesive antenna mounted on the inner side of the bumper. This antenna can be cut off to fit any bumper sizes.
It does not require paint compared to any ultrasonic types parking sensors.
Highly responsive, reliable and accurate in all weather conditions and parking situations.
Can easily fit without holing or drilling the car that may cause damage.
It is maintenance free.
Can protect and scan full length of bumper including the sides.
Can easily detect various objects such as skips, barriers, fences, walls, posts, pillars, garage doors, small and high kerbs, vehicles, people and many more.
Instantly beep whenever close to a kind of object.
No visible parts required and 100% discrete to install.
Sarah
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Apr
03
Posted on 03-04-2009
Filed Under (BMW) by admin on 03-04-2009
bigblackgto2006 asked:
Why does the 2008 BMW M3 use a sliding caliper for the brakes instead of a fixed caliper like most costly vehicles. IE Brembos. Is it for cost or utlilty?
Colleen
Why does the 2008 BMW M3 use a sliding caliper for the brakes instead of a fixed caliper like most costly vehicles. IE Brembos. Is it for cost or utlilty?
Colleen
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Apr
03
Gargi Nath asked:
People love to own a particular brand of car and Americans in particular are very brand conscious as well. If you are successful in life you; then no doubt you will want your success to be reflected in the type of car you drive. The BMW car is an excellent example of an automobile that personifies luxury and style and this is why it has many takers as well.
Origins Of The Company
The origins of the BMW car can be traced to Germany and Munich in particular and to the year 1913. BMW or Bavarian Motors Works was founded by Karl Friedrich Rapp whose mission in life was to produce a car that would be solid, have every luxury and which could perform like no other automobile could hope to emulate.BMW cars have, over the years, seen numerous changes in style though the underlying principles have been left more or less unchanged and that is why the company still enjoys such a fine reputation - thanks in no small part to the quality of excellent craftsmanship as well as because of using best quality materials that go into the production of each model.BMW cars are also normally closely associated with other top brands including its bitter rivals Mercedes Benz and Porsche as well as Jaguar. Nevertheless, the BMW car is still able to hold its own against such famous automobile makers because each of its models have a lot of elegance, luxury as well as comfort in them. These qualities have in fact helped the company retain its prestigious position among best automobile makers - for almost ninety-five years.Even the modern BMW cars are able to project an image of class and luxury and even though almost a century has passed since the first BMW car hit the market the company continues to remain at the pinnacle of automobile manufacturers.Contrary to popular belief, owning a BMW car is not just the sole prerogative of the wealthy and affluent; there are numerous models that can and do suit ordinary buyers as well. There are different designs and features that the company offers across various models that helps to ensure that everyone can hope to own a BMW car - and not simply end up envying and dreaming about owning such a car.BMW signifies status; however, you must also know that buying BMW auto parts can add to the overall cost and so, you will have to learn how and where to get these parts so that your car never stays in a garage for too long.The BMW car is a car that never goes out of style - perhaps, because of its classic looks and also because of high quality that together help to transcend the passage of time. It is not surprising therefore to learn that these cars are amongst the most sought after cars in the entire world.
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Leonard
People love to own a particular brand of car and Americans in particular are very brand conscious as well. If you are successful in life you; then no doubt you will want your success to be reflected in the type of car you drive. The BMW car is an excellent example of an automobile that personifies luxury and style and this is why it has many takers as well.
Origins Of The Company
The origins of the BMW car can be traced to Germany and Munich in particular and to the year 1913. BMW or Bavarian Motors Works was founded by Karl Friedrich Rapp whose mission in life was to produce a car that would be solid, have every luxury and which could perform like no other automobile could hope to emulate.BMW cars have, over the years, seen numerous changes in style though the underlying principles have been left more or less unchanged and that is why the company still enjoys such a fine reputation - thanks in no small part to the quality of excellent craftsmanship as well as because of using best quality materials that go into the production of each model.BMW cars are also normally closely associated with other top brands including its bitter rivals Mercedes Benz and Porsche as well as Jaguar. Nevertheless, the BMW car is still able to hold its own against such famous automobile makers because each of its models have a lot of elegance, luxury as well as comfort in them. These qualities have in fact helped the company retain its prestigious position among best automobile makers - for almost ninety-five years.Even the modern BMW cars are able to project an image of class and luxury and even though almost a century has passed since the first BMW car hit the market the company continues to remain at the pinnacle of automobile manufacturers.Contrary to popular belief, owning a BMW car is not just the sole prerogative of the wealthy and affluent; there are numerous models that can and do suit ordinary buyers as well. There are different designs and features that the company offers across various models that helps to ensure that everyone can hope to own a BMW car - and not simply end up envying and dreaming about owning such a car.BMW signifies status; however, you must also know that buying BMW auto parts can add to the overall cost and so, you will have to learn how and where to get these parts so that your car never stays in a garage for too long.The BMW car is a car that never goes out of style - perhaps, because of its classic looks and also because of high quality that together help to transcend the passage of time. It is not surprising therefore to learn that these cars are amongst the most sought after cars in the entire world.
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Leonard
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