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BMW of Southampton is pleased to introduce you to the next generation BMW APLINA B7.  This high performance 7 Series is not for the faint hearted.  BMW even refers to it as, "the benchmark of luxury performance, chassis technology and hand-finished exclusivity."¹  Now if that doesn't get you excited we don't know what will.

Scheduled to make its debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance this August, the APLINA B7 will be available to consumers shortly after.  Boasting 540 horsepower, 538 lb-ft torque, and capable of reaching 194 mph there's no wonder so many people…

Although BMW has yet to confirm rumors of a FWD BMW model we couldn't help ourselves from finding out what you thought.  A trusted source, Autocar, argues that the Bavarian automaker might be introducing a new model geared toward luxury drivers with less power requirements.  Everyone already knows about the BMW 3.0 liter inline six cylinder engine but it's not for the average driver.  The new FWD BMW will have an engine roughly half that size.

So, what are they calling this new mystery vehicle? It's coined the "1 Series GT".  If Autocar is correct the…

BMW is bringing a more spirited driving experience to the beloved 1 Series this autumn. That's right; the Bavarian automaker has just announced the 2013 135is. Note the "s" on the end.

While largely inspired by the 2012 BMW 135i currently available at BMW of Southampton, the new 135is is a breed of its own. Not only does it boast a whopping 320 hp and 317 lb.-ft. of torque. To accommodate such power…

Many days, we use the BMW of Southampton blog as a platform to share specs on new BMWs or details on the latest technology BMW is busying themselves creating. Today, however, we're putting all of those things on the back burner to, instead, focus on a man who really knows what it means to thrive: Mr. Alex Zanardi.

Racing fans, might know the name from CART (a competition in which he was named champion…

You might remember, back in February, BMW started accepting submissions to their "0 to Desir3 in 5.9 Seconds" contest. BMW invited all eligible enthusiasts to submit an original 5.9 video for posting on YouTube or Facebook that showed how much they desire the completely redesigned 3 Series.

With public voting on 29 finalists having commenced, BMW has revealed the winner. The title of the victorious vid: "Test Drive Nostalgia".

If you haven't…

If you happen to follow the world of motorsports, then you've likely heard of the Nürburgring. Many have attempted to tame the demanding track over the years, but few have truly mastered it. That said, it's nearly every automotive enthusiasts' dream to do so. Of course, those who are realistic know that such a chance will likely ever come along... Or will it?

BMW is commissioning a professional driver to take "taxi…

In an attempt to keep things as green as possible, the London Organizing Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG) has set some very strict emissions standards for the summer games' VIP fleet. Many automakers attempted to create vehicles that would be both elegant in their design and light in their carbon footprint, but in the end, none of them could compare to the offerings of BMW. Needless to say, BMW of Southampton, has been giddy…

Normal wear and tear is inevitable. For many BMW drivers, the unexpected tire blowout, windshield crack, flat and late-night breakdown can cause a lot of angst. This is especially true today, when many drivers are less versed in the way of car mechanics than they were say twenty years ago. To mitigate the stress that comes from minor and major accidents alike, BMW offers drivers the BMW Ultimate Protection Program. Comprising five protection plans, it…

As every BMW driver knows, the ultimate driving machine comes in many flavors, and for eco-friendly drivers, there is a new flavor that may just delight their taste buds. The new 2013 BMW X3 sport activity vehicle (SAV) is set to go into production next month. Though there are no delivery dates on paper yet, a safe bet would be later this summer or early fall.

BMW of Southampton is offering up a sneak peek…