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Monday, 15 September 2014

760Li Security vehicles!

I think you’ll agree that these are pretty cool…

The Australian government have purchased nine BMW 760Li Security vehicles that are both bulletproof and bombproof. The reason behind this was to protect leaders/special guests at the G20 summit that’s being held later on this year.

The fleet of nine cars totals a figure that isn’t shy of $6.2 million. As the hosts of the G20 they have an obligation to protect the leaders attending so these cars can withstand AK47 fire, explosives and armour-piercing weapons. One word- AWESOME!

Both the BMW 760i/760Li and the 750i are the first cars to be certified to BRV 2009 and both vehicles meet the requirements of the new ballistic protection level VR7.

What more security can you ask for? We think these cars seem pretty damn cool and we hope we stumble across one at some point!

By: Unknown On 14:24

Sunday, 14 September 2014

CONGRATULATIONS to the Stevens Family!

We’re working really hard at the moment to make some great changes within the business and we think this in one change that should be here to stay- congratulating our customers!

Anyone that knows Big Motoring World knows we have three sites that we sell our cars from. So, what we’ve done is collated and counted all of the customers that have bought cars from our three sites this month (so far) and found our 5ooth customer(s) and here they are:

Congratulations to the Stevens family who were our 5ooth customers to collect their car this month. We hope they enjoy their new car, the flowers and the glass of bubbly too!

Keep an eye out as the month goes on as we’re looking for our 1,000^th customer and who knows it might be you!

By: Unknown On 13:24

Saturday, 30 August 2014

BMW Vs Audi & Mercedes-Benz

Carbuyer takes the BMW 3 Series, Audi A4 and Mercedes C-Class for a little drive and give you their review!

The new F30 3 Series Series was marketted to rival the Audi A4 (mainly for the quality of the interior) Usually, BMW claims victory when it comes to the best driver experience & driver enjoyment so it will be interesteing to see if it comes out in top again!

Mercedes has based the new C-Class very much on the higher-end S-Class. The new C-lass is meant to be thought of as a mini S-Class with it's luxurious interior, smart equipment and the option to purchase even more equipment!

Take a look at the video below to see who comes out on top and let us know what you think too!

By: Unknown On 17:59

BMW does the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge!

The BMW CCA National Office staff accepted the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge after being nominated by BMW executive director, Frank Patek. Just to make the challenge that bit more exciting and different the team did t5he challenge while BMW's Mike Renner drifted the F82 M4 around their skid pad- we think it's pretty cool!

And of course it wouldn't be any fun if the BMW team didn't keep the nominations going. Their nominations were:

Mercedes-Benz Club of America’s staff,
Audi Club’s staff,
BMW CCA Foundation staff and
BMW CCA’s own Lindsey Branston!

Let's see if they get in done within the 24 hours but for now, check out the video of the challenge for yourself!

ALS Ice Bucket Challenge with the BMW CCA and BMW M4 Drifting from BMWCCA on Vimeo.

By: Unknown On 17:36

Friday, 29 August 2014

The BMW X6M

We are drawing ever closer to the rumoured reveal of the BMW X6M. It is said to be being revealed at the LA Auto show but as it reveal draws closer and closer we are seeing more of the skin from the prototypes.

The second generation X6 is a much smarter looking version of the original and the M does nothing but build on this by adding a re-stylised bumper, bigger wheels rear diffusers and quad pipes! Sounds like quite a beast if you ask us!

The engine will be a 4.4-liter, twin-turbo V8 but BMW's M division may work its magic to give it a bit more power!

Its transition options have not been fully confirmed but its 6-speed automatic could be replaced by a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission or an 8-speed automatic.

By: Unknown On 14:10

Thursday, 28 August 2014

We have branded wheels!

There's nothing like the feeling of getting a new car and what's better than a new car than new wheels to go with it?

Here at Big Motoring World, we have invested in our own branded wheels for the BMW X5 and X6. Take a look for yourself:

These new wheels have a personalised centre cap with our emblem on it. It also has our ‘Big Motoring World’ name badge on one star spoke of each wheel. We thought it would be an idea to test them out on an X6 so here they are:

For more information visit our website or give us a call!

By: Unknown On 17:33

Monday, 25 August 2014

BMW X5 modification!

With all the after-market BMW X5 turning we’ve seen recenelty we keep getting more and more excited to see the next modification!

Having said that we invite you to check out the BMW X5M with HRE Performance Wheels, TR45 model. This is a five-spoke wheel design, has a configuration that allows the wheels to be made out of a single piece of forged monoblock. This makes them a lot stronger and structurally resistant.

And, we want to know what you think of them. Too big, too showy, perfect? Let us know what you think!

By: Unknown On 17:31

BMW 3 Series Sedan M Performance Edition!

BMW South Africa has revealed a limited edition BMW 3 Series Sedan M Performance Edition. This edition is due to go on sale some time this summer and is limioted to only 500 units- best get your skates on! The new 3 Series Sedan will be produced at BMW Plant Rosslyn in Pretoria and will be made available in the 320i, 320d, 328i, 330d and 335i engine options.

It will also come with a special paint job. The legendary Laguna Seca Blue colour. Pretty slick we think!

Customers ordering the limited edition BMW 3 Series Sedan can expect standard features such asthe BMW M Sport Package, 19” M Sport wheels, M Sport brakes as well as a range of the following BMW M Performance parts:

M Performance aerodynamic package
M Performance side sills with foil
M Performance carbon rear spoiler
M Performance carbon wing mirror caps
Black M Performance front grille

All we have to say is that we're pretty excited about seeing the car and we can't wait to take it for a drive ourselves!

By: Unknown On 14:03

Friday, 22 August 2014

BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND!

BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND!

Its bank holiday weekend (yay!). This means a full three days of rest or play but what better time to start looking for a new car?

Over the bank holiday we are open as normal including the bank holiday Monday. Our opening times are as follows:

Saturday: 8:30 – 18:00
Sunday: 9:30 – 18:00
Monday: 9:30 – 18:00

Why not come down and have a look at the great cars we have in stock. We’ll look forward to seeing you and helping you find your dream car: www.bigmotoringworld.co.uk

By: Unknown On 09:19

Thursday, 21 August 2014

BMW X2

The success of the BMW X6 has diversified to give us the BMW X4 Coupe and now the BMW X2!

The confirmed design hasn't yet been released yet but based on concert drawings and the test models but here it is:

Power will come from three and four-cylinder units. At the low-end of the range, there will be a 1.5 litre turbo petrol and diesel found in the 218i and 218d Active Tourer. The top end of the range, a performance X2 vehicle with 300 horsepower might appear as well to compete with the Mercedes GLA 45 AMG and Audi RS Q3.A plug-in hybrid version is likely as well, promising 100mpg-plus.

So, what do you think about it? Do you think the BMW X2 could do the next best thing in 2017?

By: Unknown On 10:47

Wednesday, 20 August 2014

2015 BMW X5

There has been a few rumours that the BMW X5 will featured an upgraded version of the current engine which is thought to put out more than 560 horsepower and closer to 600! That’s a pretty quick ride!

The car is scheduled to launch in the spring of next year and will have large air intakes, rear diffuser and a wider body kit- this is looking to be quite the car we think! The concept and test model also showcase new lights that flow around the front of the car and into the iconic kidney Grille!

To top it all off, this vehicle is also being designed to offer more miles to the gallon due to weight saving chassis! We can’t wait to get our hands on one and take it for a spin. What do you think, could this be the car for you?

By: Unknown On 12:33

Monday, 18 August 2014

BMW vs Volkswagen Video

Check out Chris Harris as he puts the BMW and Volkswagen head to head.

The Golf R is powered by a EA888 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. This will produce 290 brake horsepower.

Both vehicles aim to produce in the neighborhood of 300 horsepower, with the BMW taking the edge with 320 hp. However, the Golf R gets standard all-wheel drive, which is an option on the M235i.

Check out the video yourself and see what you think:

By: Unknown On 16:53

Friday, 15 August 2014

I8: 300,000 euros per car sold for advertising costs

It’s a well-known fact that the advertising of a new products is pricey but 300,000 per car sold…really?

According to the German trade journal Advertising and sell, BMW has invested around 16.6 million euros in 2014- just for the first half of the year all on the i8!

There has been 55 of the i8’s sold which equates to 301,818 Euros per car sold! The i8 is still in prosecution although production remains limited due to the volume constraints at the production factory. The number of i8’s sold is still said to be on the increase and is expected to increase dramatically in the next few months with the release in the US Market.

We wish BMW all the best with the i8 sales and we’re hoping to have one soon too but can you really justify 300,000 on advertising per car?

By: Unknown On 16:42

Wednesday, 13 August 2014

The BMW Kidney Grill

When you are asked about a BMW’s features what is the one thing that most people point out? Other than the double headlights and its sleek body shaping…The kidney grille of-course!

Have you ever wondered what a BMW would look like without its iconic grille? Well one clever little artist that goes by the name of Theophilus Chin has created designs of the BMW without its grille.

Now, if you ask us it’s a little weird and would take some getting used to but it’s not all bad! What do you think? Better or worse? Let us know by leaving a comment below, tweeting us @BigMotoring or post on our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/BigMotoringWorld.

By: Unknown On 15:55

Monday, 11 August 2014

JUSTPARK!

JustPark is the new online service which allows drivers to locate and then navigate to a parking space.

Mini have also now confirmed they will be the first car brand in the world to integrate this system. Using the app, customers registered with Just Park will be able to located and book a parking space from over 100,000 spaced around the UK.

The car will then navigate to the parking space which saves the driver rolling around looking for somewhere to park. The average driver will spend 106 days of their life searching for a space.

How it works!

Drivers can opt to locate a parking space at their destination or get the app to search for spaces as they carry out their journey. The driver can then select and pay for the space whilst before being navigated to it! Simple and easy!

JustPark and BMW

“The app is the latest product of the partnership between JustPark and BMW i Ventures, the venture capital arm of BMW that invests in startups working to improvehttp://images.intellitxt.com/ast/adTypes/icon1.png mobility in urban areas and took a strategic stake in JustPark – formerly known as ParkatmyHouse – in 2011.”

By: Unknown On 11:26

Tuesday, 5 August 2014

Watch the BMW i3 park…itself!

For the last few months BMW have; without a doubt, been at the forefront of advanced vehicle technology.

The i3 has been quite the talk-of-the-town with its electric technology, futuristic design and plans for fuel cells. It also has (an optional) self-parking system that is so aptly named “Parking Assistant.”

The radar-based sensors on the front bumper scan spaces to gauge if the car can fit into them. If the car thinks it can fit into the specific spot, it will alert the driver who can then stop and park. Alternatively, the driver can pull close to the spot and turn on the self-parking system and the car will do the rest.

Not convinced? Have as look for yourself and let us know what you think by by leaving a comment below, tweet us @BigMotoring or post on our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/BigMotoringWorld.

It’s safe to say that we think this is amazing and yes, we want one!

By: Unknown On 09:41

Monday, 4 August 2014

Join the drift...

The BMW M235i is the closest to the brands roots than any other model they have in terms of performance.

To demonstrate this, BMW took several of the cars out for a little spin. Casual strollers-by in Cape Town were shocked when a busy round-a-about was conned off by police before the red BMW’s started their drifting sequence.

The “drift mob show” (as it’s known by BMW) was done to demonstrate how easily (and safely) the BMW can be drifted around and it was done with a Hollywood film crew capturing every breath-taking moment.

Have you seen the video yet? If you haven’t, it’s not something you’d want to miss so have a look here and tell us what you think by leaving a comment below, tweet us @BigMotoring or post on our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/BigMotoringWorld.

Enjoy:

By: Unknown On 14:27

Saturday, 2 August 2014

Second Generation X6

Second Generation X6

The first generation of X6’s was sold to nearly 265,000 people- so here’s hoping the second generation will be just as successful.

The second generation X6 will be produced in BMW’s Spartanburg factory and then rolled out across 140 markets, worldwide. The X6 is rather special to Spartanburg as it was the world’s first place to produce a sports coupe (the X6.)

The first to be produced will be a Sophisto Grey (xDrive35i) with black, leather interior.

We think the new X6 will cause quite a stir for BMW lovers. What do you think? Will you be first in line to nab one?

By: Unknown On 15:24

BMW sold 336 i3s in July...

It has been said that 358 i3s were sold in June with an increase to 336 during July 2014.
There is still said to be over 1,000 left available for purchase… Fancy one?

The two models of the i3 (Rex & BEV) have been put head-to-head with the REx model coming out on top with a sales ratio of 3:2.

The BEV model of the i3 has a range of 81 miles while the REx has a range of 72 miles in full electric mode and 39(mpg) when using the two fuel cylinders. So its overall range can average around 150 miles.

So, what do you think? Would you like a BMW i3? What model would you go for?

By: Unknown On 12:11

Friday, 1 August 2014

BMW 6 series Gran Tourer...

The BMW 6 Series has been in production for 40 years and a year after its 40^th birthday and its fourth generation there is rumour of a 6 Series Gran Tourer.

The new 6 series is rumoured to have a very inclined tailgate, fine glass surfaces, lower ride height and no roof track. The enhanced model is said to deliver even more luxury and will be more convenient due to its electric tailgate opening.

There is also talk of at-least one plug in hybrid being added to the 6 series family whilst the other remain to be power by conventional methods (petrol, diesel).

With the car due to arrive in 2017, we’re looking forward to seeing it and taking one for a spin. Let us know by leaving a comment below, tweet us @BigMotoring or post on our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/BigMotoringWorld.

By: Unknown On 14:51