BMW X1

Premium car manufacturers, BMW re-established himself at the scene Indonesian car market by issuing new car, the BMW X1.

No half-hearted two types of direct X1 which they launched the All New BMW X1 BMW X1 sDrive sDrive20d and 18i.

To All New BMW X1 sDrive20d, BMW supply with high-tech diesel engine with a capacity of 1995 cc four-cylinder that has been equipped with common rail injection system and the latest generation of turbochargers to provide excellence in performance and extraordinary efficiency.

"The old diesel era has ended. Today marks our entry into the modern era of premium diesel. BMW presents clean diesel trend in Indonesia. Driving the BMW diesel is very pleasant, smooth, clean and stylish," said President Director of PT BMW Indonesia Ramesh Divyanathan in a press conference in Epicentrum Walk Ground Floor, street HR Rasuna Said, Kuningan, Jakarta, Thursday (15/07/2010).

Amazingly this diesel engine capable of generating power at 177 hp from only 4000 rpm rotation and 350Nm of torque at 1750 rpm to 3000 rpm.

While equipped BMW X1 sDrive 18i 1995 cc petrol engine which is equipped with four-cylinder and double vanos valvetronic capable of generating power up to 150 dk with torque reaching 200 Nm with the help of a six-speed transmission.

Whereas for the safety devices we need not discuss it anymore because BMW has a high standard in this regard. So it is with luxury, BMW is unquestionable.

Now for the price, the price of PT BMW Indonesia prepares off the road Jakarta at USD 686 million for the BMW X1 sDrive20d and 598 million for the BMW X1 sDrive18i.

BMW X1

When previous BMW Indonesia has opened the tap reservations crossovernya BMW X1 variants, and as many as 150 units already reserved. Then, Thursday, July 15, 2010 next week, the BMW X1 is officially launched to the public of Indonesia.

However, BMW Indonesia does not want to divulge about the specification and estimation of its official price, which is when the view on the European market, BMW X1 priced costing U.S. $ 33,000 or approximately USD 323.4 million.

The car that has the full name of the BMW X1 Xdrive was born with typical BMW luxury and design with a line that ran through his body to make this car look very dynamic and elegant all at once.

BMW X1 is arguably as interesting crosses between luxury BMW 3 series with a dynamic of the BMW series. The result of the marriage of two sons of my mother's brother who had succeeded in reducing the DNA that could be said almost perfect.

BMW provides two choices of petrol and diesel engines. SDrive18i petrol engine, powered 105 dk with Valvetronic technology

XDrive20d diesel engine and BMW Advanced Diesel technology, with 177 workers dk, which is technically already gained a reputation as a performance engine, smooth, efficient and environmentally friendly.

BMW

Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) Indonesia launches All-New Series 5 to the Indonesian market today at the Fountain Area, Plaza Senayan, Jakarta. The car is the 6th generation of-five series whose sales reached 5.5 million units since its introduction 40 years ago. Appearances-Series 5 more exclusive because it experienced a total change in the body and interior design.

This time, BMW launched three variants simultaneously, namely 535i, 528i, and 523iExecutive. Third difference is in capacity and engine performance and interior complete plus other features. Last Friday, BMW 5-Series is also launching Gran Turismo (GT) to a limited circle in Jakarta.

The most luxurious version of the BMW 5-Series sedan is the 535i. He uses six-cylinder inline engine, TwinPower Turbo, 2979 cc. Meanwhile, the 532i uses a machine with a capacity of almost the same (larger 23 cc), ie without a turbo 2996 cc. The Executive 523i 2497 cc engine. (The complete data see table).

According to BMW, this car is the only car of the Series 5 and also in his class that uses automatic transmission with Steptronic speed 8. Comparison with the distance of the meeting, BMW hopes manufacture technology could improve the comfort for drivers and passengers. This transmission also makes gearshift went smoothly.

Interestingly enough, besides offering a white color for the exterior, the BMW also provides an interior color options on this 5 Series. Options that include dark (dark) and beige (biege) are bright. As for the dash of color remain black.

No less interesting, the interior appearance-5 Series adopts the latest lot of components and designs that previously used on the Series-7. In fact, the adoption of systems that include entertainment and stick model of the transmission.

According to Ramesh Divyanathan, BMW Indonesia President Director, Series-5 has a lot to adopt the latest components and features of-seven Series. 'Because of that, the interior, especially the leg room, wider than the previous 5-Series. For rear passengers, two LCD TVs are now available. That is proof that the Series 5 is more complete now, "he explained.

BMW

BMW to recall and stop selling Series 1 because there is a problem on the seat-belt tensioner. According to Consumer Reports, BMW stop selling and recall the Series 1 Coupe and Convertible model years 2008 to 2011. This recall is due to estrangement between the material and isulator and seat belt tensioner is too narrow. If an accident, seat belt can shift isulator material and can cause a fire.

To fix this, the BMW dealer will cut the material that surrounds the seatbelt tensioner. BMW did not disclose how long the sale will be discontinued. However, due to the fact that BMW already has a solution for this case, termination of the sale of a Series will not seem long.

535i Gran Turismo

Indonesia secretly BMW 535i product launch to a limited circle of Gran Turismo. In fact, the media were not invited, and only sent a release. As they explained, cars will be displayed to the public on July 23 during the upcoming performances Indonesia International Motor Show in 2010.

Nevertheless, BMW has announced the selling price of this car, ie USD 1.398 billion, off-the-road to Jakarta and surrounding areas. Now, if added tax, this car price not less than USD 1.5 billion.

According to the explanation, this car has introduced a limited basis late last week. On that occasion also announced the appointment of Dian M Muljadi, publisher of Elle magazine, as an ambassador for BMW Gran Turismo in Indonesia.

Combination

Gran Turismo by BMW is a combination of equivalent kupe, luxurious interiors of the Series-7, and the value of such functional or BMW5 X5 SUV Touring Series.

Although there are several options, the BMW 535i offers a Gran Turismo with the 3.0-liter gasoline engine, six cylinder, twin-turbo, injection, and valvetronic. With these technologies, machines capable of generating power up to 306 rpm PS@5.800.

Very interesting characteristic of this machine is the maximum torque reached 400 rpm Nm@1.200-5.000 (flat torque). These characteristics make the car fun to relaxed way, including when stuck in traffic or dikebut or because it can be obtained from low speed to high.

8 speed automatic transmission, BMW claims that this car can sprint 0-100 km / h in 6.3 seconds. Meanwhile, fuel consumption average of 11 km / liter. They also added, EU5 emissions standards already achieved. For gasoline, BMW requested that the lowest value Roktan 1991.

For information, BMW will market two versions of Gran Turismo with the interior. First, the Executive for four seats. Secondly, the SE of five passengers (including driver). However, for Indonesia, which will be marketed is a five-passenger versions.

Innovative features visible on the rear door with two openings in accordance with the size of the object that is inserted into the trunk. So, if there are items that can be inserted without the need to open the back door, then simply open the glass door.

SAV BMW X5

BMW announced it has produced the BMW X5 SAV into one million units from its factory in Spartanburg, the eleven years after the first model made. To one million units was the BMW X5 xDrive35i Black Sapphire color with Nevada leather cinnamon brown berawarna sent to buyers in China.

This model uses a six-cylinder petrol engine with a BMW Turbo that produces power TwinPower 306hp at 5800rpm and 400nm of torque at 1200 - 5000rpm.

The BMW X5 is now marketed in 120 countries around the world together with the BMW X6. This year also the latest generation BMW X3 will also be produced in Spartanburg.

The BMW X5 is now getting a new touch to the engine, and perfected the system of driver aids, All variants are equipped with EfficientDynamics and eight-speed automatic transmission. There are four model options based on engine capacity ie: BMW X5 xDrive50i, the BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 and X5 xDrive30d xDrive40d.

BMW also offers two new colors Deep Sea Blue, Platinum Grey and Sparkling Bronze. This model also comes with a corona ring at the main lights with LED while getting LED rear lights with a L-shaped design

BMW Gran Coupe Concept

Gran Coupe Concept BMW gets the green light into the production line was sticking out a few days after the display at the Beijing Auto Show last April. But what will his name? Is going to be a revival of Seri8?

There has been no official announcement from the Munich headquarters of the largest carmaker in the world in luxury. However, outstanding issues, four-door coupe that will be included in the Series family of six. Currently, the 6 Series coupe and cabriolet consists of a platform built with the Series 5. When Gran Coupe Concept is so produced and entered in the line up for the Series 6, this provides another alternative for consumers who want a car with stripes design a la Coupe, but have better access to rear seats, plus a premium luxury car diharapkankan of German origin .

And what about the 8 Series? This name is reserved for the flagship BMW. Today is the flagship BMW 7 Series, like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class or Audi A8. But BMW does not have a coupe variant of the Series 7, such as CL-Class coupe, which is a variant of the S-Class.

Was unclear whether his name will be distinguished by the regular 6 Series Coupe. Chances are that the wording on an existing name, such as the Series 5 GT for example.

Indeed, Gran Coupe offers a combination of luxury 7 Series as well as presenting more sporty character and driving pleasure. Used the same platform as the Series 5 or Series 7, as well as engine and transmission.

2010 LUMMA Design BMW 7 Series

The unique aerodynamics package from LUMMA Design comes with selected applications made from genuine carbon and 22 inch light alloy wheels ensure that the BMW 7 Series with its noble finish exhibits independence while staying true to its sportiness. The fact that LUMMA Design has a sense of BMW’s design language already becomes apparent in the front spoiler bumper. The curvature of the bonnet...

Great stuff from the Packard Auto Museum courtesy of Ted Guthrie.

Here's Bruce, with a German-made Horex moped, which he just unearthed. The little putter features zero miles, having never been fueled. Bruce himself is well-known for his restroration work on Indians and numerous other brands, as well as his extensive collection of BMW's and other German bikes.

This sculture, which sits in the lobby of the museum, not only shows the design of Packard automobiles' famous hood ornament, but also lists some of the manufacturer's innovations in the auto industry.

Here's a couple of real oldies. Just visible to the left is one of the first Packard automobiles ever produced. It runs - regularly.

Check out that gorgeous Indian sidecar rig. To the right is one of the Packard family's personal cars, dating to the 30's, plus two 50's-era concept cars in the back.

Another fabulous Indian. Look closely and you can see that the pinstriping and the tank graphic are all hand-painted. Big Packard limo in the back.

Check out these two Ariels. Square Four in the front, and a twin behind it. Fabulous restos.

Cool, Maico streetbike from the 50's. Get a load of all the interesting features. Leading-link forks, all-enclosed bodywork, gorgeous paint & graphics, crankcase induction, big, comfy seat, bar-end turn signals. Also, how 'bout the chicken-coop-find BMW R25 behind and to the left?

There is much more to see at the Packard museum, plus they are preparing to open a huge addition. Note that the motorcycle displays run from January - April, each year. For more information, go to: http://packardmuseum.org

2009 - BMW K Series to 1300cc

BMW K1000S

The K1300S benefits from 136cc more power, with BMW's other superbike cranking out 175 horsepower.

BMW K1000R

The distinctive front end of the K1300R defines the naked version of BMW's revamped K series.

BMW K1000GT

The improved engine capability of the K motor figures to enhance the already solid GT touring platform. Tuned for power output on the lower end, the K1300GT taps out at 160 hp at 9000 rpm and 99 lb-ft of torque at 8000 rpm. Again, engine changes carry over with the other K models. ABS comes standard, with ESA II and ASC optional. Also changed is a new adjustable windscreen.

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