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Jason · 07-12-2011, 07:46 AM

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The new BMW London 2012 Performance Editions

To celebrate BMW’s sponsorship of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and inspired by the BMW London 2012 Performance Team, BMW has introduced two new Performance Edition models based on the popular BMW 1 Series and 3 Series.

Building on the sporting looks of the popular 1 Series Sports Hatch, the 1 Series Performance Edition comes with M aerodynamic bodystyling, dark chrome 18-inch M light alloy wheels, High-gloss Shadowline exterior trim, dark chrome exhaust tailpipe and dark line rear lights. Enhancing its sporty driving style is the addition of M Sport Suspension, while sport seats with Royal Blue stitching, M Sport multi-function leather steering wheel and gearshift leaver, floor mats with Royal Blue piping and London 2012 exterior badges complete the sporty look.

Available on the 116i, 116d and 118d three- and five-door models, the BMW 1 Series Performance Edition costs just £1,500 more than the equivalent ES model, representing a saving for customers of £1,725. Prices start at £19,530 OTR for a BMW 116i Performance Edition three-door.

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is also getting a Performance Edition revision. Available on the 318i and 318d, the BMW 3 Series Performance Edition will gain an M aerodynamic body kit, M sport multi-function leather steering wheel, sport seats, floor mats with blue piping, 18-inch light alloy wheel, chrome exhaust finisher and London 2012 exterior badges, making the BMW 3 Series a winner in the style race.

The BMW 3 Series Performance Edition costs just £500 more than the equivalent 3 Series ES Saloon, saving customers a substantial £2,030. Prices start at £23,195 OTR for the BMW 318i Performance Edition Saloon.

The BMW Performance Editions are available in a choice of four colours; Alpine White, Titanium Silver, Bluewater and Black Sapphire, and are on sale now.

Chosen by London 2012 as the Official Automotive Partner, BMW’s sustainability credentials will help London 2012 deliver a sustainable Games. As part of the partnership, BMW will supply a range of Efficient Dynamic diesel cars, hybrids and electric vehicles, achieving average CO2 emissions below the LOCOG target of 120g/km, as well as bicycles and motorcycles. The BMW London 2012 Performance Team will also benefit by being provided with vehicles to support them in their preparation for the Games.

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mkoesel · 07-12-2011, 08:13 AM

Because nothing says "Performance" like a 116i or 318i.

(BTW, the part for the 3 series should say "318i and 318d", not "118i and 118d"

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Imola.ZHP · 07-12-2011, 09:09 AM

So they're putting "London 2012" badges on a 2011 3er?

This makes total sense...

comacow02 · 07-12-2011, 09:20 AM

im getting real tired of reading about stupid shit like this. i wanna learn about the new m3 and m5/m6 and 2 series. not some bullshit special edition diesels.

InquisitiveA · 07-12-2011, 09:25 AM

So Canada gets a 335xi performance edition. The US gets a performance edition too. And we get... a 318d with a silly badge on the side.

bmwm3car · 07-12-2011, 09:50 AM

Does anybody have any info on how they will package options and any new features for the 2012 M3?

zaheer · 07-12-2011, 09:53 AM

wow they took them pics so close to where i work

GordoCLM · 07-12-2011, 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InquisitiveA

So Canada gets a 335xi performance edition. The US gets a performance edition too. And we get... a 318d with a silly badge on the side.

This is Europe!

JYM · 07-12-2011, 10:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InquisitiveA

So Canada gets a 335xi performance edition. The US gets a performance edition too. And we get... a 318d with a silly badge on the side.

Decadence of the British Empire...

rjd598 · 07-12-2011, 10:59 AM

This is getting so retarded

Dizzle · 07-12-2011, 11:18 AM

Same price as M sport plus packs, with less options and stupid badge. Nice one.

IancoleTX · 07-12-2011, 11:58 AM

Worst special edition ever.

Diver · 07-12-2011, 12:04 PM

Small diesel engines are not my idea of performance car motors.

Davin · 07-12-2011, 03:31 PM

Nice backgrounds

kaishang · 07-12-2011, 05:18 PM

They need to do a lot better than a body kit and some badges for £500 for a model due to be replaced in a few months. Maybe some free carpet mats.

simonsingh · 07-12-2011, 05:33 PM

I've got one of these on the drive.
Very thirsty car - more than my 325i (3.0l) when spirited driving, but ALOT less power.
Sounds very good though, looks even better.

JonnySi · 07-13-2011, 01:17 AM

I recently picked up a 116d performance edition in alpine white. Its superb, and great value, and looks stunning with the wheels. And i get compliments off everyone who see's it, so they cant be that bad!

BMW-NC · 07-13-2011, 02:12 AM

You can tell by comments who is american and pays little to no money for fuel and who lives in Europe where A/C and cupholders still are an option to be paid extra for.

ron_jeremy · 07-13-2011, 04:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMW-NC

You can tell by comments who is american and pays little to no money for fuel and who lives in Europe where A/C and cupholders still are an option to be paid extra for.

Exactly!
They complain over the 6 GC pricing (about 110.000 USD)
With that kind of cash, you'll be getting a E91 320XD with some extras here.
(Norway)

I consider leasing the 116D as my gf car, not sure if it will take two small kids though..?

Liang · 07-13-2011, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMW-NC

You can tell by comments who is american and pays little to no money for fuel and who lives in Europe where A/C and cupholders still are an option to be paid extra for.

To be fair, while Americans and Canadians pay less for fuel, we do drive (on average) longer distances for work and pleasure.

Lots of my friends put 40,000 km+/per year on their cars.

someboy0808 · 07-13-2011, 10:34 AM

Is it me, or the front lower grill looks really ugly?

07-12-2011, 07:46 AM	#1
Jason Administrator Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: IoT Posts: 13,961 iTrader: (0)	UK Receives New 3-series and 1-series London 2012 Performance Editions BIMMERPOST NEWS UK Receives New 3-series and 1-series London 2012 Performance Editions 20 COMMENTS Tweet The new BMW London 2012 Performance Editions To celebrate BMW’s sponsorship of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and inspired by the BMW London 2012 Performance Team, BMW has introduced two new Performance Edition models based on the popular BMW 1 Series and 3 Series. Building on the sporting looks of the popular 1 Series Sports Hatch, the 1 Series Performance Edition comes with M aerodynamic bodystyling, dark chrome 18-inch M light alloy wheels, High-gloss Shadowline exterior trim, dark chrome exhaust tailpipe and dark line rear lights. Enhancing its sporty driving style is the addition of M Sport Suspension, while sport seats with Royal Blue stitching, M Sport multi-function leather steering wheel and gearshift leaver, floor mats with Royal Blue piping and London 2012 exterior badges complete the sporty look. Available on the 116i, 116d and 118d three- and five-door models, the BMW 1 Series Performance Edition costs just £1,500 more than the equivalent ES model, representing a saving for customers of £1,725. Prices start at £19,530 OTR for a BMW 116i Performance Edition three-door. The BMW 3 Series Saloon is also getting a Performance Edition revision. Available on the 318i and 318d, the BMW 3 Series Performance Edition will gain an M aerodynamic body kit, M sport multi-function leather steering wheel, sport seats, floor mats with blue piping, 18-inch light alloy wheel, chrome exhaust finisher and London 2012 exterior badges, making the BMW 3 Series a winner in the style race. The BMW 3 Series Performance Edition costs just £500 more than the equivalent 3 Series ES Saloon, saving customers a substantial £2,030. Prices start at £23,195 OTR for the BMW 318i Performance Edition Saloon. The BMW Performance Editions are available in a choice of four colours; Alpine White, Titanium Silver, Bluewater and Black Sapphire, and are on sale now. Chosen by London 2012 as the Official Automotive Partner, BMW’s sustainability credentials will help London 2012 deliver a sustainable Games. As part of the partnership, BMW will supply a range of Efficient Dynamic diesel cars, hybrids and electric vehicles, achieving average CO2 emissions below the LOCOG target of 120g/km, as well as bicycles and motorcycles. The BMW London 2012 Performance Team will also benefit by being provided with vehicles to support them in their preparation for the Games. Share this story OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE Welt 4.0 Meet at the BMW Welt BMW Launches Electronaut Effect, Providing Real-Life Data on BMW ActiveE Performance BMW 135is Coupe Finally Reviewed. Last Call for a Driver's BMW?
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07-12-2011, 09:09 AM	#3
Imola.ZHP 100% PAID FOR! Drives: 2003 BMW 330i ZHP Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mud Island, TN Posts: 1,789 iTrader: (0)	So they're putting "London 2012" badges on a 2011 3er? This makes total sense... __________________ -- '03 330i ZHP -- Marcus

07-12-2011, 09:20 AM	#4
comacow02 charlie murphy Drives: 2008 335i spacegrey/coral red Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Montclair, NJ Posts: 46 iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 e92 335i [0.00] 2004 e46 m3 [0.00]	im getting real tired of reading about stupid shit like this. i wanna learn about the new m3 and m5/m6 and 2 series. not some bullshit special edition diesels. __________________ FBO n54. no meth. stock turbos. 14.5 psi.

07-12-2011, 09:50 AM	#6
bmwm3car New Member Drives: Rican M3 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Fl Posts: 12 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2003 BMW M3 [0.00]	2012 M3 Does anybody have any info on how they will package options and any new features for the 2012 M3?

07-12-2011, 09:53 AM	#7
zaheer Captain Drives: E93 335i Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: London, UK Posts: 847 iTrader: (1)	wow they took them pics so close to where i work __________________

07-12-2011, 08:13 AM	#2
mkoesel Moderator Drives: IB/PS M-DCT E93 M3 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Canton, MI Posts: 11,733 iTrader: (1)	Because nothing says "Performance" like a 116i or 318i. (BTW, the part for the 3 series should say "318i and 318d", not "118i and 118d" )

07-12-2011, 09:25 AM	#5
InquisitiveA Private Drives: Le Mans Blue 123D MSport Coupe Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: UK Posts: 65 iTrader: (0)	So Canada gets a 335xi performance edition. The US gets a performance edition too. And we get... a 318d with a silly badge on the side.

07-12-2011, 10:59 AM	#10
rjd598 Brigadier General Drives: 10' M3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Diego,CA Posts: 3,184 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 BMW M3 [4.50] 2000 Nissan Maxima SE [0.00]	This is getting so retarded __________________ 10 E90 M3/dct/ztp/zpp/heated seats/eps/19'/iPod retired- 08 535i/nav/prem./L7/ipod retired- 06 325i/nav/prem./sat/xenons/style 128

07-12-2011, 11:18 AM	#11
Dizzle Captain Drives: 320d M Sport Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: UK, Staffordshire Posts: 914 iTrader: (0)	Same price as M sport plus packs, with less options and stupid badge. Nice one. __________________

07-12-2011, 11:58 AM	#12
IancoleTX Dillo boxers Drives: BMW Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: USA Posts: 2,872 iTrader: (12)	Worst special edition ever. __________________ 2011 135i 6MT - Alpine White / Savannah Beige

07-12-2011, 12:04 PM	#13
Diver Colonel Drives: Black '12 135i DCT PPK Msport Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 2,030 iTrader: (0)	Small diesel engines are not my idea of performance car motors. __________________ See my photography at http://ronscubadiver.wordpress.com

07-12-2011, 03:31 PM	#14
Davin Lieutenant Colonel Drives: 08 335xi - 92 MB 300E Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Trinidad & Tobago / NYC Posts: 1,700 iTrader: (0)	Nice backgrounds

07-12-2011, 05:18 PM	#15
kaishang Colonel Drives: 2010 E90 330d Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: London Posts: 2,171 iTrader: (0)	They need to do a lot better than a body kit and some badges for £500 for a model due to be replaced in a few months. Maybe some free carpet mats.

07-12-2011, 05:33 PM	#16
simonsingh Private Drives: 325i e92, 2xe36 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Birmingham, UK Posts: 80 iTrader: (0)	I've got one of these on the drive. Very thirsty car - more than my 325i (3.0l) when spirited driving, but ALOT less power. Sounds very good though, looks even better.

07-13-2011, 01:17 AM	#17
JonnySi BMW Technician Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: England Posts: 194 iTrader: (0)	I recently picked up a 116d performance edition in alpine white. Its superb, and great value, and looks stunning with the wheels. And i get compliments off everyone who see's it, so they cant be that bad!

07-13-2011, 02:12 AM	#18
BMW-NC Selling drugs to BMW addicts Drives: 135i e82 6MT N55 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Baumholder / Hanau Posts: 467 iTrader: (1)	You can tell by comments who is american and pays little to no money for fuel and who lives in Europe where A/C and cupholders still are an option to be paid extra for. __________________ --- Quality US Spec Used Cars for Military Members stationed in Europe. Specialized in BMWs and MINIs up to 10k miles.

07-13-2011, 10:34 AM	#21
someboy0808 New Member Drives: Lexus Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: CA Posts: 10 iTrader: (0)	Is it me, or the front lower grill looks really ugly?

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