March 2007 ~ cars used cars

Wednesday, March 7, 2007

BMW M3 Concept Video � Geneva Live Presentation & Static Shots

12:17 PM

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I know you can�t get enough of the new BMW M3 Concept. I also recognize that the teaser press release & exterior shots were, well just that, a teaser so here�s the next best thing we could do for all you that won�t have the chance to see it live in Geneva. PS: Get a load of that Bavarian V8 snarl like a pissed mountain-lion when BMW 's BTCC driver Andy Priaulx comes out with the M3 Concept�

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10:25 AM

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Along with the �civilian� version Skoda also presented a racing study of its second generation Fabia hatch. The Fabia S2000 has been designed to comply with the new FIA Rally Regulations so as to compete in the 2008 IRC (Intercontinental Rally Challenge). In accordance with the regulations, the 4WD Fabia S2000 is equipped with a two-litre, four-cylinder normally aspirated petrol engine that delivers 280Hp. -Continued: Click �Read More�� below to see additional images & the official press release

PRESS RELEASE: THESKODA RALLY CAR STUDY

Skoda is going to continue in the more than one hundred years old motor sport tradition (anniversary was celebrated in 2001). The concept car S2000 was presented for the first time at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2007. It is an attractive demonstration of how the car producer will take up the great tradition again.

The S2000 is a concept car on the basis of the second generation Fabia Hatchback and has been designed to comply with the new FIA Rally Regulations. In accordance with the regulations, the car will have a two-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine.

The study Super 2000 exhibits fundamental benchmark data � 3,992 mm in length with a wheelbase of 2,486 mm correspond to the values of the new Fabia. A clear difference to the serial model, however, is the 4WD, the roll cage in the interior and further parts of the car in compliance with the regulations.

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6:35 AM

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We�ve already seen Brilliance at other European car shows announcing that they�re coming to Europe, but this time, the Chinese car manufacture really means it as they�ve signed an import agreement for Europe with German motor trading company, HSO Motors Europe. Along with the BS6 and the BS4 which are based on the Giugiaro designed, M1 & & M2 sedans respectively, Brilliance will also import to Europe the BC3 Coupe you see in the pictures.

The BC3, which looks like a reworked Hyundai Coupe - Tiburon, is equipped with a Mitsubishi derived, 1.8-liter turbocharged engine delivering 170Hp. According to the Chinese company, the BC3 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in under 10,0 sec and it reaches a maximum speed of 210 km/h � 131 mph. Key dimensions length 4.488mm, width 1.812mm, height 1.385mm & wheelbase 2.600mm. -Continued: Click �Read More�� below for additional pictures

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4:08 AM

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The more I look at the R8-themed bodykit on the new TT Coupe, the more I like it. Discovered by our fellow bloggers at Autoblog.com in the aftermarket & tuning segment of the 2007 Geneva Motor Show, the elegantly pimped-up TT looks to be the work of Swiss �Ravaicorse� -we didn�t find anything on their site to be honest so we�ll have to rely on Autoblog on that. The modified TT Coupe has received R8 front and rear vents and strakes along with the dark colored side fairings and revised exhaust outlets. We could do without the Antera rims but in general, this is one heck of a sexy transformation. Via: Autoblog.com

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1:02 AM

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Since they�ve already unveiled a whole pack of concepts at every major car show the past two years (MINI Concept Frankfurt, MINI Concept Tokyo, MINI Concept Detroit & MINI Concept Geneva), it was about time we heard something about the production model. Dubbed Clubman and not Traveller as everybody thought, the extended-length MINI will have a design similar to the various concepts offering more versatility to potential MINI buyers. Expect the MINI Clubman to be offered with the same engine range as the hatch including tuned-up JCW versions. According to MINI, the Clubman will be available in Europe before the end of 2007 which means early 2008 for the States. -Continued: Click �Read More�� below to see the official press release

PRESS RELEASE: New MINI Clubman

Today at the International Automobile Salon in Geneva, MINI has announced that the next derivative in its model range will be called MINI Clubman. Based on a concept first shown in Frankfurt in 2005, a �Shooting Brake� body-styled car will be on sale in the UK before the end of 2007.

The new car promises to be distinctive, yet authentically embody the MINI character. Offering more versatility without compromising the revered chassis of current Hatch models, the production version of the car is further evidence of MINI�s aim to break boundaries in car design.

Historically, �Shooting Brake� models are so-called due to a combination of premium two-door styling, with added interior flexibility for owners leading active lifestyles. The new car takes inspiration and styling cues from the Morris Mini Traveller, which experienced widespread success between 1960-69.

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2007 GENEVA MOTOR SHOW LIST

4:43 PM

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We�ve summed up all our articles on the 2007 Geneva Motor Show presentation and created a list of all the cars that are making their debut. We�ll be updating the links adding official information, image galleries, videos and surprise premiers throughout the next few days so either bookmark this page or click on the new link we�ve created on your right hand to visit the linked-page. -Continued: Click �Read More�� below to see the Geneva Show List