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1 Series BMW

In 2009 the US will finally see the arrival of the new BMW 1 series. Many people believe this coupe will silence the critics of BMW that have seen the 3 series lose its appeal as it grew more bloated and less sporty. The 1 series is touted at the being more reminiscent of agile, rear-drive vehicles that earned BMW the label of the Ultimate Driving Machine.

Unlike the european version, the US is unlikely to see a four cylinder version. With the most likely variant being a 6 cylinder 3.0.

Whether or not the new 1 series will meet the enthusiasts hopes remains to be seen. No doubt it will spark a lot of discussion between the purists and the new enthusiasts.