first BMW X1 test mule pics captured! - XBimmers

Jason · 11-30-2007, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTT26
It is the first prototype of the production X1 SAV.

The X3 prototypes will be easily identified by it's shortened glasshouse and dynamically sloping roof. They should hit the road in the new year.

Although based on the architechture of the 1er And to be shared with the MINI proposal . The design will offer an individual look seperated from the next generation 1er.

The MINI will be clothed in a small Compact and adventurous take on the MINI's styling with the famous MINI grille becoming much enlarged.
Although this car will share a platform with MINI it is not Same architechture different body style.

The MINI's drivetrain will be programmed differently likewise the X1.

The MINI will definetely not be called "Moke" Some Proposals feature the Clubmans Club door access. These proposals featured labeling the "MINI Clubman X" , Some called the MINI "Four" . One thing is certain though is that BMW do not want to use the Cooper name with the MINI SAV although engines will remain the same. The preference is more to "lifestyle" packages.

Also greenlighted today was a Small Z Roadster. Think a modern interpretation of the BMW Z1 - Elegant, compact and dynamically sporty - a modern interpretation of the Z1 Concept.

Why the expansion of smaller focused performance and lifestyle orientated cars?

In this segment sales are rocketing and projected sales are even expected to increase as people downsize and more younger enthusiasts come to the market. The 1er Coupe and Cabrio are the first step but there are many,many more to come. Including BMW's much talked about "City Concept for the Future" I have never seen so many eyes light up when the the sketches were unveiled.

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18LLC · 11-30-2007, 01:20 AM

sorry, but how can you tell that's bmw?

maxcalvino · 11-30-2007, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by 18LLC

sorry, but how can you tell that's bmw?

see picture 1 and 4 you can see under the 2 BMW grils, only BMW have them

sinnet112 · 11-30-2007, 03:35 AM

X1, X3, X5, X6, and now even the V-series. Talk about going a little overboard with models...

heatfan03 · 11-30-2007, 06:04 AM

and the wheels look bimmer. YEah I dont like what BMW is doing with so many models. They should make less models better made rather than more models which will not be as well designed.

Chris.G · 11-30-2007, 06:04 AM

OH HELL NO!!! I hope they do a decent job on this. I know it has camo on and you really can't tell much but i just have a gut feeling this car won't turn out nice for production.

remmib · 11-30-2007, 07:24 AM

Looks pretty big foe a X1

JeremyDS · 11-30-2007, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by 18LLC

sorry, but how can you tell that's bmw?

Usually the best indicator is the license plate, the first letter, M = Munich, which 90% of the time means its a BMW.

LI E90 · 11-30-2007, 10:41 AM

All Other Sources Are Calling This The First Mules For The New X3

UltimateBMW · 11-30-2007, 10:54 AM

BMW's gone launch trigger happy. X6, V-series, X1, concept CS, 1 series. I've never heard of a brand busting out so many new models at once.

addy85 · 11-30-2007, 12:00 PM

what is that? Yuck

bartman32 · 11-30-2007, 02:24 PM

So I'm confused. Looking at the pics I think I see next model X3. Reading what Jason posted am I looking at a Mini?

Reading the title I see X1. What the heck is this?

Year's_End · 11-30-2007, 07:53 PM

It's NOT an X1. It's the new X3, says Insideline.

bullmrkt · 12-01-2007, 11:29 AM

I seriously hope this is the X3 and not yet another model...when will it stop?

Crimson92 · 12-01-2007, 12:22 PM

look like the wheels off the 135i

Year's_End · 12-01-2007, 01:32 PM

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=123772

It is an X3.

MUNICH, Germany — The first prototype for BMW's all-new 2010 X3 has broken cover, and spy photographers caught it in action yesterday on the streets of Munich.

Despite the heavy camouflage, the sleekness of the revamped X3's new shape is unmistakable. From this first look, it seems that a little more "sportwagen" has crept into the new X3's exterior design. The X3 continues to ride on a BMW 3 Series platform, but it has been stretched and widened for additional functionality.

From an earlier X3 test mule cloaked in 3 Series wagon sheet metal, we have already surmised that the future X3 will get a redesigned suspension setup compared to the current model.

Expect additional mechanical specifications to continue to leak into the media as the X3 nears its launch date.

What this means to you: Bigger would be better for BMW's baby SUV. — Kelly Toepke, News Editor

11-30-2007, 01:20 AM	#2
18LLC Major General Drives: 325Xi Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: California Posts: 5,052 iTrader: (0)	sorry, but how can you tell that's bmw? __________________

11-30-2007, 03:35 AM	#4
sinnet112 Major Drives: 2009 E89 Z4 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 1,119 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 335i Coupe [0.00] 2007 328xi Sedan [0.00]	X1, X3, X5, X6, and now even the V-series. Talk about going a little overboard with models... __________________ Z4 sdrive30i \| Deep Sea Blue \| Ivory White Nappa Extended Leather \| ZSP

11-30-2007, 07:24 AM	#7
remmib General Drives: 2013 F10 520d M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Norway Posts: 24,687 iTrader: (0)	Looks pretty big foe a X1 __________________ F10 520d M-Sport Alpine White \| KW V3 Coilover \| 3D Design Front Lip \| BMW M Performance Black Grills \| BMW M Performance CF Spoiler \| BMW M Performance Diffuser\|

11-30-2007, 10:41 AM	#9
LI E90 Colonel Drives: E90 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Long Island Posts: 2,086 iTrader: (2)	All Other Sources Are Calling This The First Mules For The New X3 __________________ 2007 328i black/terra/burl:step,sport,prem,heated seats,xenon,sirius.matte black grille,chrome tips 50% tint. 2010 Mazda CX7 1969 Datsun Fairlady 2000 Roadster(for when there is zero chance of rain)

11-30-2007, 12:00 PM	#11
addy85 Got beef? Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Arlington Texas Posts: 3,649 iTrader: (4) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	what is that? Yuck __________________ Special Thanks to AU335

11-30-2007, 06:04 AM	#5
heatfan03 Private First Class Drives: 2007 328XI BMW E90 Black Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Boston , MA Posts: 181 iTrader: (0)	and the wheels look bimmer. YEah I dont like what BMW is doing with so many models. They should make less models better made rather than more models which will not be as well designed.

11-30-2007, 06:04 AM	#6
Chris.G Banned Drives: 2011 LCI MSPORT X5 30d Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 3,122 iTrader: (0)	OH HELL NO!!! I hope they do a decent job on this. I know it has camo on and you really can't tell much but i just have a gut feeling this car won't turn out nice for production.

11-30-2007, 10:54 AM	#10
UltimateBMW Brigadier General Drives: MP4 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: South Posts: 3,290 iTrader: (0)	BMW's gone launch trigger happy. X6, V-series, X1, concept CS, 1 series. I've never heard of a brand busting out so many new models at once.

11-30-2007, 02:24 PM	#12
bartman32 Colonel Drives: e92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: The OC Posts: 2,288 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 335i Coupe (e92) [0.00]	So I'm confused. Looking at the pics I think I see next model X3. Reading what Jason posted am I looking at a Mini? Reading the title I see X1. What the heck is this? __________________

11-30-2007, 07:53 PM	#13
Year's_End Cpt. Buzzkill Drives: '08 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 11,786 iTrader: (0)	It's NOT an X1. It's the new X3, says Insideline. __________________ _.[In a love/hate relationship with...] E92 335i: Space Grey\|Coral Red\|Aluminum Trim _________VMR V710s\|M-Sport Rear Bumper & Rockers\|M3 Spoiler\|Golf-T__________Moved on to the misc. Later, brahs.

12-01-2007, 11:29 AM	#14
bullmrkt Lieutenant Drives: 4 wheels Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: usually my desk Posts: 448 iTrader: (0)	I seriously hope this is the X3 and not yet another model...when will it stop? __________________ My cat has learned to type. I can therefore take no responsibility for anything said hitherto.

12-01-2007, 01:32 PM	#16
Year's_End Cpt. Buzzkill Drives: '08 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 11,786 iTrader: (0)	http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=123772 It is an X3. MUNICH, Germany — The first prototype for BMW's all-new 2010 X3 has broken cover, and spy photographers caught it in action yesterday on the streets of Munich. Despite the heavy camouflage, the sleekness of the revamped X3's new shape is unmistakable. From this first look, it seems that a little more "sportwagen" has crept into the new X3's exterior design. The X3 continues to ride on a BMW 3 Series platform, but it has been stretched and widened for additional functionality. From an earlier X3 test mule cloaked in 3 Series wagon sheet metal, we have already surmised that the future X3 will get a redesigned suspension setup compared to the current model. Expect additional mechanical specifications to continue to leak into the media as the X3 nears its launch date. What this means to you: Bigger would be better for BMW's baby SUV. — Kelly Toepke, News Editor __________________ _.[In a love/hate relationship with...] E92 335i: Space Grey\|Coral Red\|Aluminum Trim _________VMR V710s\|M-Sport Rear Bumper & Rockers\|M3 Spoiler\|Golf-T__________Moved on to the misc. Later, brahs.

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