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BMW Concept 4.

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No Edges, More Character.

The fascination of coupé: perhaps it has always been the most passionate character trait of the BMW brand. After all, nothing embodies the love of sporty and dynamic driving combined with unique elegance like the coupé. It is this enthusiasm that gives rise to the BMW Concept 4. Its highly emotive design not only combines all the features and values of a genuine BMW Coupé – it reinterprets them in a self-evident manner. As an unmistakable highlight, the impressive BMW double kidney grille with filigree design and mysterious depth together with the perfect and superior paint finish recounts a new chapter in the story of the dynamic coupés.

A NEW TYPE OF THRILL.

The design highlights of the BMW Concept 4.

Nothing is more attractive than sheer driving pleasure. The BMW Concept 4 demonstrates this with every millimeter of its athletic proportions, the reduced design language and the exceptional Forbidden Red paint finish. Clearly illustrating the fact that this is no conventional coupé is above all the exclusive vertical BMW kidney grille, which, alongside narrow, open LED headlights with laser light, focuses attention on the front of the vehicle. A second glance reveals the figure 4 in the kidney grille behind the horizontal decorative elements made of mirrored crystal; the number appears to recur infinitely and also features in the modern interpretation of the side air inlets. Weather strip mirrors made of polished aluminium accentuate the elegant side. The elongated roof line and the athletic shoulder line along with the narrow, three-dimensional rear lights and the impressive black diffuser give the rear its extremely attractive and sporty aesthetic.

BMW Motorrad Concept R18: The beginning of a full frontal attack on the cruiser marketplace

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“A picture is worth a thousand words” is a well-known adage reflecting the notion that a complex idea can be conveyed with a single image, which more effectively conveys its essence than does a description.

That adage came immediately to mind when the new BMW Motorrad “Concept R18” was shown at Consorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este.

Whilst it is indeed only a concept for the flying propellor brand, the “Concept R18” is effectively the first shot in a war. It represents the first offensive on Harley-Davidson and Indian territory.

Harley still rules the cruiser marketplace globally, having sold 228,000 hogs last year, compared to BMW’s worldwide sales of 165,000 motorcycles across myriad segments … but the new BMW 1.8 liter boxer engine seems to fulfill all the criteria required to give both Harley and Indian a run for their money.

For starters, BMW has the credibility and longevity to match the American brands, but with the new engine, it has the cubic twin-cylinder grunt to more than match them in the cruiser category.

If 1.8 litres isn’t enough, rumors already suggest a 2000cc version of the BMW horizontally-opposed twin will also be available, no doubt with Harley-Davidson’s 1923cc and Indian’s 1901cc V-twins in mind as its primary targets.

The most remarkable aspect of the Concept R18 is that the new big bore BMW boxer motorcycle engine it contains has been shown previously. We’ve seen two custom motorcycles using the new big bore boxer engine over the last six months and the release of a new engine to custom builders prior to its showing in a factory-produced motorcycle is unprecedented.

That’s the Custom Works Zon “Departed” which was shown last December (2018) at the fabled Mooneyes Show in Yokohama in Japan. In the 27 years the show has been running, it has become one of the most important on the world custom stage, and last year’s show attracted 300 show cars and 650 show motorcycles. “Departed” won the prestigious Best of Show Motorcycle award, at the same time as creating a stir among BMW aficionados about the engine, which was publicly acknowledged by the BMW factory as a prototype for the first time.

Dubbed the R18, which according to BMW’s traditional nomenclature, indicates it has a capacity of around 1800cc, the geometry and elements present in the show bike were reminiscent of much older BMW Motorrad engines. The push rods running above the cylinders in chrome-plated protection ducts were used in BMW boxer engines in the 1960s, and if you check out “Departed” in the image gallery for this article, you’ll see the valve gear covers were styled on pre-WW2 BMW engines, despite the equally obvious modern day air/oil cooling.

In April, 2019, a second custom bike using the BMW prototype engine appeared at the annual Handbuilt Show in Austin, Texas. Austin is also the home of renowned American custom craftsman Alan Stulberg’s Revival Cycles, and the “Revival Birdcage” show bike was clearly inspired by Ernst Hennes’ speed record BMW machinery from the late 1920s and early 1930s, which wore similar polished aluminum teardrop valve-gear covers.

Those two custom motorcycles somewhat disguised the sheer physical size of the prototype engine by dressing it in different contexts and with cylinder heads that evoked different eras of the company’s signature boxer twin engine.

This time, although the R18 Concept bike also relies heavily on historic cues in evoking the company’s near 100 year heritage, the magnitude of the big bore engine is suddenly evident because we can see it in a relatively traditional BMW form factor.

Those protruding pots are HUGE, and after 98 years of producing horizontally-opposed motorcycle engines, BMW has suddenly raised the boxer engine’s capacity by a whopping 50 percent, stepping it up from middleweight to heavyweight class and the intention is suddenly clear that it is going after Harley-Davidson’s heavyweight crown in the cruiser class of motorcycles.

“Naturally we want to keep growing,” said Timo Resch, Vice President Sales and Marketing BMW Motorrad at the unveiling of the “Revival Birdcage” show bike. In the context of what we have now seen at Villa d’Este, his words take on much more meaning: “One step we will take to do so, certainly in the US market, is to enter the Cruiser segment. BMW Motorrad is consistently pursuing its growth strategy with the clear aim of becoming the number one in the Premium Big Bike Segment.”

There’s something about the exquisite primary balance of the BMW Motorrad horizontally-opposed engine that makes it feel more like a scalpel than a meat axe, but the emergence of this new big bore version of the age old design puts it firmly into Harley-Davidson territory.

BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe Enters Production Looking Mighty Fine

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It’s joined at the Dingolfing factory by the M8 Competition Coupe and Convertible.

The 6 Series Gran Coupe is officially out of production as the all-new 8 GC has taken its place in BMW’s vast lineup now that production has commenced. The attractive sedan confusingly called a coupe has hit the assembly line at the factory in Dingolfing where it joins the two-door 8 Series models that have been in production since last year.

BMW doesn’t specify whether this lovely M850i is actually the very first customer-spec 8 Series Gran Coupe or among the first ones, but the car in question seems to be wearing one of those fancy BMW Individual paints. A quick look at the German configurator shows the M850i with an optional Aventurine Red you can have for a cool €2,400 – and this is likely the shade featured here. It’s combined with a series of dark exterior accents and blue brake calipers making the Gran Coupe BMW one of the brand’s most attractive cars money can buy.

In addition, BMW has also kicked off production of the M8 Competition Coupe and M8 Competition Convertible at its plant in Lower Bavaria where it currently builds five flavors of the 8 Series. The sixth member of the family will arrive soon as the M8 Gran Coupe is going to be unveiled in the months to come following last year’s stunning namesake concept shown in Geneva.

As it stands, BMW puts together about 60 M8s each and every day at this factory, but this number is likely to grow once the M8 Gran Coupe will enter the series production phase. The German marque explains all M8s built at the Dingolfing plant have to go through a rigorous quality inspection on the break-in course adjacent to the factory before the vehicles are delivered to their rightful owners.

Interestingly, BMW expects the United States to be the biggest market for the M8 models as a third of the production is estimated to be earmarked for North American customers.

The 1 Series enters a new era with a front-wheel-drive platform, but the range topper is AWD-only.

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Automakers have the tendency to use the term “all-new” whenever a car receives its official debut, and while in most cases it’s not entirely true, this is an exception. Developed from the ground up, the third-generation BMW 1 Series represents a vast departure compared to its predecessor as a result of switching from the once traditional rear-wheel-drive layout to a FWD setup. It’s far from being the first model from BMW to send the engine’s power to the front wheels, with other relevant examples being the 2 Series minivans, the 1 Series Sedan available in some markets, and the latest X1.

Not only is the platform vastly different, but the car’s design has gone through quite a few changes inside and out. As with other recent models from BMW, the new 1 Series carries an enlarged front grille with the two kidneys now meeting in the middle instead of being separated like they were on the previous generations.

Contrary to the automotive industry’s trend to make cars bigger with each new generation, the new 1er is actually 5 millimeters (0.2 inches) shorter, at 4319 mm (170 inches). Width has increased by 34 millimeters (1.33 inches) and now measures 1799 mm (70.8 inches) and height has gone up by 13 mm (0.5 inches) to 1434 mm (56.4 inches). As far as the wheelbase is concerned, it has been shortened by 20 mm (0.8 inches) to 2670 mm (105.1 inches).

The reshaped headlights are sleeker than before and lend the compact hatchback a fresh look bringing the 1 Series in line with recent BMW products. At an additional cost, these can be ordered in an adaptive full-LED configuration on the high-end variants of the range. Depending on trim, there are several designs of the front bumper, with the sportiest being reserved for the range-topping M135i xDrive that’s also visually distinguishable thanks to its different grille pattern akin to the M340i and Z4.

The side profile reveals a lightly updated Hofmeister kink and an upper character line now positioned below the door handles. The flat beltline of the previous 1 Series now gradually move upwards as you get from the front to the rear doors to enable a more dynamic silhouette. The greenhouse is surrounded by a relatively thick chrome frame more evident at the C-pillars in the Hofmeister kink area. Various alloy wheels will be available, ranging in size from 16 to 19 inches – a first for the model. Also making its debut on the 1 Series is an optional large panoramic glass roof allowing more light inside the cabin to give it an airy feel.

Wider, slimmer taillights extend even more on the tailgate than they did on the old 1 Series in a bid to make the Audi A3 Sportbackcompetitor look wider and more imposing when viewed from behind. Much like the headlights, the rear lighting clusters are optionally available with a full-LED arrangement. The 90-mm diameter of the exhaust tip can be swapped out for a larger 100-mm dual setup on the M135i xDrive.

The switch to a FWD platform pays dividends in terms of the available room inside the cabin where there’s now an additional 33 mm of kneeroom for rear passengers who also benefit from an extra 19 mm of headroom and 13 mm of elbowroom. The revamped 1 Series will also be a better companion on longer journeys thanks to the enlarged cargo area, now able to swallow an extra 20 liters for a total capacity of 380 liters. Fold down the rear seats and the volume jumps to 1,200 liters. It should be easier to load and unload cargo as the narrowest part of the trunk is now 67 mm wider than before and there’s also the option of an electric tailgate – another first for the 1er.

The dashboard shows a familiar layout seen in many recent BMW products and incorporates a standard 8.8-inch touchscreen for the infotainment system featuring support for gesture controls. On the high-spec versions, the multimedia display bumps the size to 10.25 inches and is complemented by a fully digital instrument cluster of the same size.

At launch, the 1 Series will be available with a pair of petrol engines and three diesels, topped by the 2.0-liter unit found in the M135i xDrive. BMW’s most powerful four-cylinder engine ever, it develops 225 kilowatts and 450 Nm of torque – like in the X2 M35i – sent to both axles through an eight-speed automatic transmission. The hardware arrangement enables the hot hatch hit 100 kph from a standstill in 4.8 seconds. From November, the M135i will be optionally offered with an M Performance package that’ll shave off a tenth of a second from the sprint time. As expected, top speed will be electronically limited to 250 kph.

The entry-level 118i will rely on a three-cylinder 1.5-liter rated at 103 kW and 220 Nm transferred to the front wheels through either a standard six-speed manual or a seven-speed automatic.

Should you prefer a diesel, the 116d with its three-cylinder 1.5-liter mill will offer 85 kW and 270 Nm, with a choice between a six-speed, three-pedal setup and a seven-speed auto. Step up to the 118d and its four-cylinder 2.0-liter displacement and you’ll be rewarded with 110 kW and 350 Nm. This one too has a six-speed manual, but the optional automatic packs an extra gear for a total of eight.

The top diesel is found in the 120d xDrive where the four-cylinder 2.0-liter produces 140 kW and 400 Nm. It works exclusively with the eight-speed automatic delivering the diesel punch to both front and rear wheels as standard.

BMW will host the public debut of the all-new 1 Series in Munich from June 25 through 27 as part of the #NextGen event during which the 8 Series Gran Coupe will also be showcased. The auto show debut will occur in September in Frankfurt, with the market launch scheduled for later the same month. Customer deliveries will kick off before the year’s end.

Introducing the BMW X7 Concept

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Make way for the quintessential luxury automobile. The BMW Concept X7 iPerformance is an extraordinarily innovative vehicle, crafted with an eye for ground-breaking design and inspiring presence. Equipped with an unbelievable amount of space and comfort, it’s prepared for a smooth yet powerful debut.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qStR-fUevXA”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]BMW’s largest and most luxurious SUV to date made its world debut last week at the 2017 Frankfurt Auto Show. Presented in concept form, the X7 was received with mix impressions, mostly related to its front-end design which is extremely polarizing. BMW is trying to signify how imposing the new X7 is and seems to be doing so in almost a Rolls Royce sort of way. Up until now, the largest BMW SUV you could buy was the X5. With a third row as an option, the X5 was never really a seven-seater.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

READY TO MAKE A GRAND ENTRANCE.

Presence is a matter of charisma. The BMW Concept X7 iPerformance demonstrates this from every perspective. Despite its considerable size, it stills gives off an air of finesse and extreme agility. The narrow styling of the rear and the dynamic design lines create a flowing, forward movement. True grandeur and superiority come through via the prominent upright kidney grilles, the mighty air inlets, and the elegantly accentuated surfaces. This vehicle radiates pure greatness.

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BMW CEO Harald Krueger has high expectations for the new X7. “We are targeting to be the No. 1 in our [large luxury SUV] segment,” he said. “Mercedes was quite a long time alone in that segment. And I like the competition that we bring.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The full-size, three-row X7 will be one of the biggest BMWs produced, and it has a grille to match. It’s tall and the height is emphasized by the very sleek headlights. The laser lights have “X” designs, and this is the first BMW X model with perfectly round wheel arches. Inside the BMW X7 Concept, you’ll notice many features that are reminiscent of the BMW 8 Series Concept’s cabin. The futuristic steering wheel, iDrive controller, glass shift lever and fully digital gauge cluster all look either plucked straight from the 8 Series Concept or at least inspired by it. Whereas the exterior of the X7 Concept is all about being sophisticated, yet imposing, the interior is all about high-tech minimalism.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”3777″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

A PALATIAL ESTATE.

Merely opening the doors makes it apparent—BMW Concept X7 iPerformance embraces spatial luxury. Generously dimensioned windows, combined with the panoramic glass roof extending from the windshield to the rear, generate an incomparable sense of airiness that brings new meaning to the phrase “out on the road.” The seats themselves, a mix of dark olive-bronze and Smoke White leather, serve as a nod to exclusivity, down to the finest details.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

PILE IN WITHOUT PILING ON.

Comfort and roominess never take a backseat in BMW’s largest SAV. On one hand, the X7 Concept iPerformance was built with the driver in mind. The raised seating of the driver’s cabin provides unbeatable visibility, and the 12.3-inch instrument cluster puts control at the driver’s fingertips while keeping a “reduced to essentials” aesthetic. For the passengers, the adjustable second row allows for easy access to the 3rd row, so even when this 6-seater with Captain’s Chairs is filled, it doesn’t feel too full.

MODERN THROUGH MODERATION.

This beauty bears the hallmarks of handcrafted, natural perfection. The X7 Concept iPerformance utilizes a brilliant mix of light and dark to create an atmosphere of balance and tranquility. Dynamic ambient and contour lighting, with strands of laser light in the roof, plus polished aluminum elements throughout the interior provide brightness. Harmony is then established through the selective use of open-pore ash wood with a dark-stained, matte finish.

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MORE THAN JUST A CONVERSATION STARTER.

This is a new form of car talk. The BMW Concept X7 iPerformance takes an unprecedented leap forward in the realm of playful and functional interaction. Second row passengers can access a plethora of infotainment courtesy of the rear-seat touchscreens. From there, the versatile, state-of-the-art interface allows passengers in the first and second rows to share content with each other—and the world at large.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”3788″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row]

SMG drive Rage Festival South Africa

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As the excitement dawns upon Rage, the completion of High School and the possibilities that lie ahead, SMG is here to take that journey with you. SMG BMW and MINI have partnered with G&G Productions to be the official vehicle partner to Rage. There will be a number of activities managed by G&G Productions that are driven by SMG.

The highlight of the SMG drives Rage Festival will be the artist carpool, keep a look out for this car on the road to see the artists and DJs having some fun.

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At this momentous moment in the life and the coming of age, it is fitting that you lock and drive as good as you feel. It is with this in mind that SMG would like to offer the following Rage Festival Deal:

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• SMG will guarantee the best price on 1 series, 2 series and all MINIs
• SMG Scratch and Dent Policy valued at R6000 Free
• SMG Ride valued at R6000 Free
• R5000 Shopping Voucher to the Shopping Centre of your Choice

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To take advantage of this Rage Festival offer and drive into your new life in style contact Gareth Cameron gareth.cameron@bmwdealer.co.za.
SMG is the biggest BMW group in the country with dealerships across KZN and the Western Cape. There are strategic partners in Gauteng, so where ever you go and whatever your vehicle needs may be SMG has you covered. For more information go to www.smg.co.za




T’s & C’s Apply, contact Gareth Cameron for the T’s and C’s.

Welcome to SMG Cape Town – 360 Degree Virtual Tour

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SMG Cape Town recently opened its doors to the team at Panoman 360 Virtual Tours, to showcase the state-of-the-art dealership in a 360 Degree Virtual Tour Video.

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In the tour, you can start at the main entrance, head over to the reception area and peruse the new car showroom. Be sure not to miss out on the video displayed to the right of our magnificent BMW i8 and take a tour of the inside of our all new BMW 750i. Whet your appetite at our BMW Premium selection showroom, before strolling through our second tier car showroom. Saunter on down to our service department where you can take a stroll through our workshop.

You can click through our dealership and have a good look at what we have to offer. You don’t need to be in Cape Town to marvel at the beauty of the SMG Cape Town dealership, it is merely a click away.

Well, what are you waiting for? Click here, and enter the world of SMG Cape Town.

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