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Rumor: 320-hp BMW M135i hatchback coming next year, will get AWD option

Here is another BMW rumor for you Bayerische enthusiasts. Word on the street is that BMW is considering to launch a new 1-Series hatchback model next summer called the M135i. The news comes from the same Netherlands dealer presentation that brought us news of a 318-hp tri-turbo M550d diesel. Rumors suggest that the new BMW [...]

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BMW Performance Power Kits give 335i, 135i 320-hp and more

BMW Performance Power Kits give 335i, 135i 320-hp and more

BMW announced today that it is offering two Power Kit packages for BMW 135i and BMW 335i owners. Version 1 Power Kit $599: Performance-Optimized Engine Software. This version of the Power Kit was first introduced on the 335i BMW Performance Edition model (announced in July, 2011). Available for all Model Year 135i and 335i vehicles. [...]

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BMW Performance Edition Package for 335i, 135i adds more horses, torque for just $550

BMW Performance Edition Package for 335i, 135i adds more horses, torque for just $550

Just last week, we’ve revealed a new package for BMW 1- and 3-Series buyers in the UK. Made to pay homage to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic games, the US will too receive Performance Edition Packages as well, but just for the 335i sedan and 135i coupe. Costing only $550, the package features a [...]

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BREAKING: 2012 BMW 1-Series Coupe and Convertible revealed

BREAKING: 2012 BMW 1-Series Coupe and Convertible revealed

While you’ll have to look a little closer to see the upgrades on the 2012 BMW 1-Series Coupe and Convertible, BMW says that the car is “now sharper than ever.” Both models will go on sale in spring 2011. If you take a closer look a the 2012 BMW 1-Series Coupe and Convertible, you’ll notice [...]

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Superchips ECU remap gives BMW 135i a total 360-hp

Superchips ECU remap gives BMW 135i a total 360-hp

The upcoming BMW M version of the 1-Series (aka M1) is expected to make some 345-hp from an updated version of the N55 engine. However, while you wait for BMW to debut an M1 (if they ever do), a company by the name of Superchips is offering a performance boosting ECU remap for the 135i [...]

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Spy Shots/Video: BMW M1 hits up Nurburgring?

Spy Shots/Video: BMW M1 hits up Nurburgring?

BMW has repeatedly denied any plans of doing an M version of the 1-Series that would most likely be known as the M1 – however, teasers, rumors and spy shots of the car keep popping up on the web. The latest spy shots by Bridge to Gantry show a heavily modified 1-Series hitting up the [...]

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BMW announces 2011 model year lineup, M5 takes hiatus for 2011

BMW announces 2011 model year lineup, M5 takes hiatus for 2011

2010 is going to be a very exciting year for BMW with some outstanding upgrades and additions to its 2011 model year lineup. The German automaker released a huge press release detailing the additions and upgrades and we’re going to highlight some of them so you don’t have to dig through the massive document. New [...]

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2010 BMW 135i gets optional 7-speed double-clutch automatic

2010 BMW 135i gets optional 7-speed double-clutch automatic

Unlike the 2011 BMW 335i Coupe and Convertible, which dropped their 3.0L twin-turbo inline-6 for a N55 3.0 inline-6 engine with a single twin-scroll turbocharger, the 2010 BMW 135i Coupe and Convertible keep their TwinPower Turbo Technology. With the help of High Precision Injection and fully variable VALVETRONIC valve management, the 2010 135i Coupe and [...]

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2011 BMW 135i to get 7-speed double-clutch automatic

2011 BMW 135i to get 7-speed double-clutch automatic

BMW has confirmed that its 2011 BMW 135i model will get its 7-speed double clutch automatic transmission as an option. The transmission will replace the current 6-speed automatic while the Getrag 6-speed manual will remain standard. The optional transmission is expected to increase fuel-economy and performance of the 135i’s new N55 inline-6 engine with a single [...]

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Video: 2008 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z

Video: 2008 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z

The fastest production Nissan ‘Z’ has landed and is ready to change the sports coupe segment forever – well, according to InsideLine. Powered by a 3.7L VQ37VHR that makes 332-hp, the 2009 Nissan 370Z offers Porsche Cayman S performance for a price that’s significantly below – at $29,930. The folks at InsideLine decided to pin [...]

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