Thread: 2011 Buick Regal returns (only 4-cylinder, made in Germany by Opel)

The BMW M1 name returns, but will it appear on a hot 1-series or a new supercar Quote: BMW has confirmed it is to build an M1 – although the badge could be worn by one of two models currently under development. First up is a baby M-car, but many within BMW would love the name to appear on the rump of an Mercedes SLS AMG -rivalling supercar instead. M Division’s priority is a sub-M3 model based on the 1-series and using a heavily-tweaked...

I think we should do a tierd liscensing program. All beginner drivers can't drive a car that has an engine bigger than 1.8l. Sounds good to me. It would train the younger generation that they don't need an SUV to drive around their Chihuahua and school books. Just an idea. edit: By the way, I think having a dog in the front of the car should be a more punishable offense than talking on your cell phone. It's just as distracting...

Quote: Originally Posted by REX8 Think of what an E36 M3 cost back in its heyday ($40,000). The 135 is a BARGAIN considering it's 10 years later, outperforms it, and costs $5k less. How do you figure shortening a 335 chassis by a couple inches knocks $5k off the price? Some enthusiasts want a smaller car, i.e., they pick the 1er over the 335, even if they cost the same. I hear ya, it is just that a 35000 dollar 135 has 4 wheels an engine...

Yeah, but i'd rather have a 20 MPG STi with a direct injected 2.5L.

Quote: Originally Posted by SCRAPPYDO you can say what you want about the GTR, but please do not say it is 'not very fun'. That is asinine. How can a wonderfully performing car not be fun to drive. Granted I have not driven one, but I would imagine a car with that kind of performance level, would have to put a smile on my face. Drive your MS3 down to a Subaru dealership and test-drive a new STI. The STI will run circles around your...

Because their first zero-zero-zero worked out so well for them

I like the miata. it's a nice basic sports car. You can put the roof up from the seat, fit a weekend's luggage, and my butt fits in the current gen. The suspension is ideal for the small hp output. a MS Miata would definitely be on my short list, ghey car or not.

Quote: Originally Posted by White out That doesn't mean it isn't good. Does the new LGT motor have avcs on the exhaust? Nick well, I was just confused, the trend was new, fuel efficient engines. It was like a "pick the one that doesn't belong" question.

THANK YOU! Nick

Quote: Originally Posted by rypt BMW have some great diesel engines in their range that they could use Sure they do, but bringing them would impact both profitability and brand image. Catch-22. OTOH, M-B does sell the B-Class in Canada... I did a quick calc earlier. If GM can get their trucks up to 21 mpg EPA combined, and their cars to 29, and the Volt ends up with the 230mpg bull**** number they came up with earlier, then 45000 Volts are...