A 5-Door 2012 BMW 1 series has been spied and photographed during winter testing, recently. It’s a good thing that the site isn’t called American Car Fans because North American dealings with this model will be on a look but don’t touch basis. There will be no true 1-series on this side of the Atlantic until at least 2014, from what I’ve heard. And, even then don’t expect the 5-door to make the trip. This is very disappointing news to someone with an affinity for stylish, sporty hatchbacks. If you’d like to know what driving a hatchback BMW is like without going to Europe, your best bet might be to get behind the wheel of a Mini. Or, maybe a competitor will fill the void with their own luxury compact and try to give North America what BMW won’t. A production version of the Lexus LF-Ch could serve that purpose if that doesn’t end up as a Europe only model too. By the way, if this is your first encounter with the term “5-door”, I’m talking about a 4-door hatchback (Don’t laugh – it confused me the first time, too!).
The 5-door 2012 BMW 1-Series not on route to North America
Spy Shots – 2012 Volkswagen Passat
The upcoming 2012 Volkswagen Passat V7.0 is set to go head-to-head with the likes of the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C-Class and Audi A4. Featuring a superior user interface, a wiper-less window cleaning system, and airless tires – the gen-X Passat is fast becoming a luxury car.
The Passat is also proposed to have an electronic stability control system with auto counter-steering assistance for added safety in adverse driving conditions.
Here are some spy shots of VW Passat that is expected to debut in late 2011.
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Spy Photos – 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 RS
The Porsche 911 line-up is undergoing a facelift – some models have been spotted during test drives in Nurburg, Germany.
Set to debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March of 2009, the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 RS is surely a remarkable driving machine with a dually impressive body style. Having been instilled with the latest automotive engineering technology, the GT3 RS has already captured the attention of car enthusiasts worldwide. The advanced Corsa System makes the Porsche equally competent on and off the road.
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Spy Photos – 2011 998 Porsche 911 Carrera
Built on the “998” platform, the re-designed Porsche 911 is set to launch in 2011. The new Carrera sports minor tweaks in its body styling. Repositioned side mirrors, a smaller rear spoiler and additional tail-lights give this Porsche a distinctive look with a retro touch.
Check out these spy shots of 2011 Porsche Carrera :
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