[StatenEye]

Even though this is not exactly what the car will look like, i am sure it is close based on the new 5 series. I am now sure that I am buying my 335i at the end of the lease. fuk BMW and there new ugly ass infinity looking cars... and the new 5 series

[EHDEN]

Originally Posted by mbhforum

Is that a pic of the GT3? I hope so b/c if that's the regular 3 series, we might all be leaving this forum soon. I hate the GT 5 series.

yea. it is...thankfully! they need to just stop that whole GT production line. you would think it sounds like a sportier version but in fact..its just an ugly overpriced hatchback that no1 wants!!!

[liquid]

yea i am not feeling the gt series at all. i cant wait to c the coupe.

[Kres7787]

This is supposedly the REAL new thing: http://www.auto-info.hr/tekstovi/42-...bmw-a-serije-3

Sorry for language but pics are actually from AutoExpress.co.uk

[SCOTT26]

It's nothing like it. The artist is using correct information regarding some areas but applying it incorrectly.

[Kres7787]

Originally Posted by SCOTT26

It's nothing like it. The artist is using correct information regarding some areas but applying it incorrectly.

Is that in regard to
http://www.auto-info.hr/images/phoca...ije%203_01.jpg
?

[M0011]

Originally Posted by dna550

Sneak Peek: 2013 BMW 3-Series
March, 2010
By Georg Kacher

BMW will begin to roll out its next generation 3-series, codenamed F30, in 2012. The car will be built on BMW's new MSB architecture, which means it will share its strut front end layout with the next-gen 1-series (codenamed F20) rather than use the double wishbones of the 5, 6, and 7-series cars.

For the first time, there will be five different 3-series bodystyles. The four-door sedan, which will appear March 2012, touring wagon (Sep 2012), coupe (Sep 2013), and convertible (Mar 2014) will all follow the familiar 3-series formula. The newcomer to the family is the hatchback Grand Turismo version, set to appear in March 2013. The GT3 is much more lifestyle-oriented and sportier than the GT5. It has a deep and wide tailgate, but it is a single-piece unit rather than the heavy and complex two-piece hatch of the GT5, and there is more of a notchback silhouette to the rear end. In terms of height, the GT3 sits midway between the 3-series sedan and the GT5.

The four-door sedan is in essence a downsized 5-series, longer, sleeker and more homogenous than the model it supersedes, with none of the polarizing cutlines, flame surfaces, and quirky details. The coupe is not just a two-door sedan with a lower roofline but boasts bespoke sheet metal from nose to tail, featuring more sculptured flanks, a more steeply raked windshield and rear window, a sportier front section and a totally remodelled rear end. To enhance the passive safety performance, BMW has opted for prominent B-posts and thus for fixed rear side windows.



Contrary to earlier plans, the convertible is now likely to retain the controversial retractable hardtop, which is particularly popular in North America and China. There is a slim chance that we might see a 3-series Speedster with a manual fabric roof and a lowered windshield. If that does happen, this car would be engineered and marketed by the M division.

Both the wagon and the GT3 feature a longer wheelbase for additional rear legroom and more spacious luggage compartment. A full-length panorama glass roof with open/tilt mode will be an option for both models.

The next-generation M3 will only come in coupe and convertible versions. In both cases, the 420-hp V-8 will be replaced by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo straight six good for around 450 hp.

Star engines in the new 3-series will be a family of upgraded fours, ranging from 136-hp 1.6-liter to 252-hp 2.0-liter gas models and 150-hp 1.6-liter to 245-hp 2.0-liter turbodiesels. The top diesel engine also boasts a hefty 383 lb-ft of torque. The fuel savings over the current four-bangers range from 11 to 17 percent.

And if five bodystyles isn't enough, product planners are mulling a sixth: a stylish and dynamic three-door "shooting brake" wagon, which would open up a completely new segment. As of right now, though, it's not confirmed for production.

http://www.automobilemag.com/feature...ies/index.html

Damn. I hope this is photochop. Damn...

[Willie.D20]

Originally Posted by mbhforum

Is that a pic of the GT3? I hope so b/c if that's the regular 3 series, we might all be leaving this forum soon. I hate the GT 5 series.

i agree..if that is the new 3 series.... idk what BMW is doing, but it needs to be undone

[lilskel]

Looks weird..it will probably look better in person, pictures never do justice

[DarkRider23]

Star engines in the new 3-series will be a family of upgraded fours, ranging from 136-hp 1.6-liter to 252-hp 2.0-liter gas models and 150-hp 1.6-liter to 245-hp 2.0-liter turbodiesels. The top diesel engine also boasts a hefty 383 lb-ft of torque. The fuel savings over the current four-bangers range from 11 to 17 percent.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but the most powerful 3 series engine is only going to be producing 252-hp for 2013 models. Is this article wrong, or am I an idiot? Seems kind of stupid for BMW to do this. No one wants BMW to build a slower 3-series...

[chowser51]

Originally Posted by DarkRider23

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but the most powerful 3 series engine is only going to be producing 252-hp for 2013 models. Is this article wrong, or am I an idiot? Seems kind of stupid for BMW to do this. No one wants BMW to build a slower 3-series...

I hope not, they just came out with the N55 engine, so hopefully they will keep it in production for longer than a few years. I don't want to buy a 5.

[M0011]

Ouch...maybe I'll get used to it...

[MikePT]

I suppose the article is only mentioning the family of four cylinders. They are not including the 6 cyl family.

[tadasu]

seriously hope it won't look like this... but then again, i love the current e92 design to bits, doubt BMW will be able to produce something even better... for me at least

[crackberry]

GEEZ! thats ugly. wtf is going on? no way thats the final product will look like.

[joel06]

that is not a good looking car

[Hedges]

dear god no!

[matrix76]

Originally Posted by archtheque

hey guys,

i was shopping for a new rear aero package on my dealership website and i came across this! i supposed it's a pretty "reliable source" considered this wind came straight from the dealership and they have the most direct knowledge about the new 3-series from the bavarian land. most pics i saw here were what i think is a new different genre of 3-series more in tune to the new release of 5-series gran tourismo. hope i'm not wrong about this. anyway, spread the news and share these pics with everyone here. thanks!

Oh please guy's, I think it looks great, nice lines, can't wait.

[javaperson]

All of the BMWs are starting to look similar, too similar... I hope the 3 won't look just like the 5...

[crackberry]

my eyes still hurt whenever i see this car. plz keep it out of the states

[Thavash]

I've been a BMW fan since I was a kid, but this new model is starting to scare me. Four Cylinder Turbo engines ? Crappy styling ? Cheap 1-series suspension ? What the hell is going on here ?

[MikeTerp]

HEY!!!! This is an article from MARCH 2010, which has been posted everywhere since then. Why is everyone getting so stoked about the repeat?? Pull your heads out posters. We have yet to receive any serious new info about the F30.