U-SPY: Carscoop Reader Snags a Fleet of BMW Prototypes in Austria

The BMW Group is quite busy these days as the Bavarian automaker is developing a raft of new models, ranging from the upcoming Megacity electric-vehicle and the MINI Coupe and Roadster, to the next generation of the 3-Series and the production version of the Vision ED concept sports car. Carscoop reader Andras from Hungary was vacationing in Obertauern, Austria when he spotted this convoy of

BMW Recalling 200,000 Vehicles in the U.S. Over Airbag Problem

Today, NHSTA announced that BMW is recalling 200,000 vehicles in the U.S. over concerns that the front passenger airbag may not deploy in the even of a crash due to a sensor problem. The models affected from the recall include the 2006 MY 3-Series, the 2004-2005 MY 5-Series and the 2004-2006 MY X3 SUV. According to NHTSA, depending on the manner and frequency of the front passenger's entry and

BMW Recalling 200,000 Vehicles in the U.S. Over Airbag Problem

Today, NHSTA announced that BMW is recalling 200,000 vehicles in the U.S. over concerns that the front passenger airbag may not deploy in the even of a crash due to a sensor problem. The models affected from the recall include the 2006 MY 3-Series, the 2004-2005 MY 5-Series and the 2004-2006 MY X3 SUV. According to NHTSA, depending on the manner and frequency of the front passenger's entry and

Inside Performance BMW 3-Series Tuning Package

The crew at Inside Performance has developed a new styling package for the BMW 3-Series Sedan and Touring models. The most prominent features of the package are the M6-themed alloy wheels and the sport exhaust system that includes quad tailpipes similiar in design with those found on the M3. The exhaust system that is priced at €1,150 can be combined with carbon fiber rear diffuser that will cost

Inside Performance BMW 3-Series Tuning Package

The crew at Inside Performance has developed a new styling package for the BMW 3-Series Sedan and Touring models. The most prominent features of the package are the M6-themed alloy wheels and the sport exhaust system that includes quad tailpipes similiar in design with those found on the M3. The exhaust system that is priced at €1,150 can be combined with carbon fiber rear diffuser that will cost

BMW Owner Covers Black 335i Coupe with White Tape!

Let’s say you get bored of your car’s exterior colour, what do you do? If repainting it is out of the question then you can follow the example of this BMW owner from Munich, Germany that changed the colour of his black 335i to white by applying a special tape developed by 3M over the entire car apart from the roof, mimicking the appearance of the M3. From we gathered the adhesive tape from 3M

BMW Owner Covers Black 335i Coupe with White Tape!

Let’s say you get bored of your car’s exterior colour, what do you do? If repainting it is out of the question then you can follow the example of this BMW owner from Munich, Germany that changed the colour of his black 335i to white by applying a special tape developed by 3M over the entire car apart from the roof, mimicking the appearance of the M3. From we gathered the adhesive tape from 3M

43.5 MPG BMW Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe Goes on Sale in the UK

Alpina’s diesel-powered D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe has arrived on UK shores. Based on the BMW 3-Series Coupe, the D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe uses a modified version of the 123d’s 2.0-liter twin-turbo diesel producing 214 HP. While the coupe is more than capable with a top speed of 152mph (245 km/h) and a 0-62mph (100km/h) time of 6.9 secs, yet it manages to return 52.3 MPG UK (5.4lt/100km or 43.5 MPG US) with a

43.5 MPG BMW Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe Goes on Sale in the UK

Alpina’s diesel-powered D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe has arrived on UK shores. Based on the BMW 3-Series Coupe, the D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe uses a modified version of the 123d’s 2.0-liter twin-turbo diesel producing 214 HP. While the coupe is more than capable with a top speed of 152mph (245 km/h) and a 0-62mph (100km/h) time of 6.9 secs, yet it manages to return 52.3 MPG UK (5.4lt/100km or 43.5 MPG US) with a

Video: 2009 BMW 3-Series Sedan & Touring Facelift

We’re wrapping up our story on the 2009 3-Series facelift with BMW’s official video footage that includes exterior, interior and driving shots of both the Sedan and Touring models. Due to make its public debut at the Paris Auto Show in early October, the facelifted 3-Series features a subtly redesigned front and rear end along with minor tweaks in the interior. Click here to read our story and

Video: 2009 BMW 3-Series Sedan & Touring Facelift

We’re wrapping up our story on the 2009 3-Series facelift with BMW’s official video footage that includes exterior, interior and driving shots of both the Sedan and Touring models. Due to make its public debut at the Paris Auto Show in early October, the facelifted 3-Series features a subtly redesigned front and rear end along with minor tweaks in the interior. Click here to read our story and

BMW 335i Coupe & Cabriolet Get M3’s 7-Speed Double-Clutch Gearbox

Parallel to the market launch of the facelifted 3 Series sedan and touring models, BMW announced the availability of its new 7-speed semi-automatic gearbox with double-clutch for the 335i Coupe and 335i Convertible models. Named DKG, the new double-clutch transmission was introduced for the first time on the M3 Sedan. It offers the driver the choice of controlling the gearbox changes through a

BMW 335i Coupe & Cabriolet Get M3’s 7-Speed Double-Clutch Gearbox

Parallel to the market launch of the facelifted 3 Series sedan and touring models, BMW announced the availability of its new 7-speed semi-automatic gearbox with double-clutch for the 335i Coupe and 335i Convertible models. Named DKG, the new double-clutch transmission was introduced for the first time on the M3 Sedan. It offers the driver the choice of controlling the gearbox changes through a

2009 BMW 3-Series Facelift - Official Pictures

Just a week after the presentation of the all-new 7-Series, BMW has now taken the wraps off the facelifted 3-Series sedan and touring models that are due to make their first public appearance at the Paris motor show in October with sales following shortly after. The most significant changes in the 2009 3-Series concern the fresh front and rear styling, partially inspired from the new 7-Series.

2009 BMW 3-Series Facelift - Official Pictures

Just a week after the presentation of the all-new 7-Series, BMW has now taken the wraps off the facelifted 3-Series sedan and touring models that are due to make their first public appearance at the Paris motor show in October with sales following shortly after. The most significant changes in the 2009 3-Series concern the fresh front and rear styling, partially inspired from the new 7-Series.

BMW 3-Series Facelift: Official Brochure Images?

BMW might have high expectations for the all-new 7-Series, but when it all comes down to it, the company’s bread and butter is without doubt the 3-Series which has been in the market since 2005. According to our sources, the Bavarian carmaker is preparing a mid-life facelift for the 3-Series Sedan and Touring models, both of which are due to be revealed this fall –quite possibly at the Paris Show

BMW 3-Series Facelift: Official Brochure Images?

BMW might have high expectations for the all-new 7-Series, but when it all comes down to it, the company’s bread and butter is without doubt the 3-Series which has been in the market since 2005. According to our sources, the Bavarian carmaker is preparing a mid-life facelift for the 3-Series Sedan and Touring models, both of which are due to be revealed this fall –quite possibly at the Paris Show

BMW 3-Series Sport Sedan Concept

Here’s yet another design proposal from an independent artist who wishes to capture our imagination. The BMW 3-Series Sport Sedan Concept is the work of Benedetto Bordone who graduated from Coventry University in 2005 and is currently a freelance Designer/Illustrator. The artist’s previous working experiences include BeeStudio Torino, Centro Stile Alfa Romeo and Honda Advanced Design. With this

BMW 3-Series Sport Sedan Concept

Here’s yet another design proposal from an independent artist who wishes to capture our imagination. The BMW 3-Series Sport Sedan Concept is the work of Benedetto Bordone who graduated from Coventry University in 2005 and is currently a freelance Designer/Illustrator. The artist’s previous working experiences include BeeStudio Torino, Centro Stile Alfa Romeo and Honda Advanced Design. With this

BMW 3-Series Sport Sedan Concept

Here’s yet another design proposal from an independent artist who wishes to capture our imagination. The BMW 3-Series Sport Sedan Concept is the work of Benedetto Bordone who graduated from Coventry University in 2005 and is currently a freelance Designer/Illustrator. The artist’s previous working experiences include BeeStudio Torino, Centro Stile Alfa Romeo and Honda Advanced Design. With this