[SickFinga]

Originally Posted by ynguldyn

From what I've seen, most new VIN allocations are [A-Z]\d{6}.

Yes they are, but my target was E36 and E46 and I was more interested in cars that did not make it into production, not future cars. However they are new models that are in the [A-Z][A-Z]\d{5} range.
PM me your email, I'll send you my db dump.

[T14n93]

Got info from BMW Indonesia that 4 series coupe is ready for preorder. They will launch it this Oct and will be start to deliver it on Jan14
The price here is around 90-100k for the lowest spec

[4.8 E70]

Don't know how accurate this is but I just got news from a BMW dealer that the 4-series will begin production July, 2013. Thoughts ?

[Jason]

Originally Posted by 4.8 E70

Don't know how accurate this is but I just got news from a BMW dealer that the 4-series will begin production July, 2013. Thoughts ?

That is correct, production begins in July, as we've been saying:

http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=781324

[bmrm396]

just crossing my fingers i can pickup an ED in Sept!

[hans007]

Originally Posted by WJGreer

Agree, but it could still be the N55 yet in a different state of tune. The 640, for instance, has a 315hp version of the N55 if memory serves. I figure, at least, they'll be putting that into the 3/4 series as soon as they get it certified.

yup

its called the n55hf. its in the 740, and the 135 coupe and m135 f20 as well

one would assume if they followed the new naming scheme, that we'll get the n55 in the 435i, the n55hf in the m435 if they release it (to replace 335is) and that will be that.

they know they will sell, and its simple. i'm going to figure this simplest explanation is the most likely occams razor and all.

[SCOTT26]

The 4er will launch with the new six cylinder. All be it being the BMW 4er Gran Coupe and BMW X4 Sport Activity Coupe.

[SamS]

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

The 4er will launch with the new six cylinder. All be it being the BMW 4er Gran Coupe and BMW X4 Sport Activity Coupe.

Makes sense. Those will be premium vehicles worthy of a new motor.

[bmrm396]

just another bummer though for those that want to jump on the first few months of the MY

[Nantucket]

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

The 4er will launch with the new six cylinder. All be it being the BMW 4er Gran Coupe and BMW X4 Sport Activity Coupe.

What are the specs of the new engine?

[bbi]

"Production of the F32 4 Series coupe begins July 2013." but

Full specs for 428i Coupe EU : Product date 2012.11.22

so...???

[r3dbimmer89]

Originally Posted by georgere

Well, perhaps due to the trend of the last sever decades. Also, F32 is not a new car per say-it is a 2-door version of already existing F30 model and traditionally BMW would introduce a new engine with the coupe release.
However what I think people are really hoping for (at least myself), is that Bmw builds a new engine based on N54 but reliable and more power out of the box. As far as N55 engine, I do not think people care about it that much, they need the new N54 sensation back.

Technically speaking, the N55 is more advanced than the N54...that engine is long gone once the 335is/135is/etc are out of prod.

[SamS]

Originally Posted by bbi

"Production of the F32 4 Series coupe begins July 2013." but

Full specs for 428i Coupe EU : Product date 2012.11.22

so...???

That production date is for a prototype/demo/mule car. Not consumer production.

[mkoesel]

Originally Posted by r3dbimmer89

Technically speaking, the N55 is more advanced than the N54...that engine is long gone once the 335is/135is/etc are out of prod.

Minor correction - the 135is uses the N55, it is the Z4 35i and 35is models that still use the N54 (in addition to the 335is as you say).

Your conclusion is spot on though; once the models that currently use the N54 go away so too will that engine. The B68 and S55 will be along soon to make people forget all about the N55 though. It won't be missed for long.

[bbi]

Originally Posted by SamS

That production date is for a prototype/demo/mule car. Not consumer production.

ok then if the demo care is already exist, why we dont see the photos with her and we see this: http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=809640

[SamS]

Originally Posted by bbi

ok then if the demo care is already exist, why we dont see the photos with her and we see this: http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=809640

Not sure what you mean? You realize that BMW might build dozens of demo/prototype cars, and we may only see/photograph a handful?