BMW USED CARS

The facelifted BMW X5 model will launch in April 2010, but in the mean time, several prototypes are being tested around the Spartanburg Plant. With the risk of repeating ourselves, let’s recap some of the changes that will take place in the Life Cycle Impulse X5.

Most of the obvious changes in this LCI model are noticeable at the front-end where the X6-style headlights will replace the current ones. In these spy shots, a new set of signal indicators can be seen, similar to the ones found on the 3 Series Sedan facelifted model.

When it comes to viral and teaser videos, MINI takes the crown. Their marketing department outdoes themselves each time and some of their videos achieve the popular status on Youtube in no time.

Their latest creative video has more of a teaser flavor and it is meant to spark interest and build anxiety prior to the Frankfurt Auto Show which debuts next week; a motor show where BMW and MINI will lead with an impressive line of new and existing vehicles.

Following the sedan’s footsteps, the already perfectly executed 3-Series Coupe model will receive a mid-cycle facelift early next year. From the streets of Munich, the fellows at MotorAuthority are bringing us some latest spy shots of a prototype spotted during testing.

The Coupe and Convertible models will receive new headlights and taillights treatment, along with revised/redesigned front and rear bumpers, and new side skirts. A new set of oversized and less sleek side mirrors are being tested on the current prototype.

While not available for the U.S. market, we believe our European readers will enjoy to read about the latest BMW Performance Kit available for some of the european diesel engines. The BMW 120d and 320d vehicles are getting a power boost thanks to this latest kit.

Both cars are powered by the N47 engine which in “standard” format produces 177 horsepower and 350Nm of torque. The Performance Kit gives the engine a 20 horsepower upgrade along with 40Nm of torque, for a total of 197 horsepower and 390Nm. Despite the power increase, BMW says that fuel consumption average remains unchanged.

Beginning on Sept 1st 2009, Speedhunters will be presenting a special month-long collaboration project with BMW. Corresponding with the launch of Need for Speed SHIFT, Speedhunters is celebrating BMW month with a series of editorial stories focusing on BMW cars, history and motorsports milestones.

The site will be showcasing all facets of BMW culture, from modded cars to racing history and in-depth car features on BMW’s latest GT and Touring Car race machines.

In May 2008, the Need for Speed brand launched an international car culture blog called Speedhunters.com. Speedhunters teamed up with automotive bloggers, photographers and drivers from across the globe to bring together and present the latest contemporary car culture.