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Search Chicago have published a review of the BMW 750Li sedan. 'Getting comfortable in the new 7-Series is no problem. The 16-way power-adjustable front seats are heated and ventilated, and can be ordered with an optional massage function. Legroom for rear passengers is outstanding; heck, the rear seats recline. The heck with a limo, tell me you are taking me to the airport in this. The latest revision to the oft-panned iDrive system, which allows drivers to control most of the car's electronics through a single rotary knob, has gotten a really nice overhaul that makes it much more intuitive and deservedly commendable (for once).'

A review of the Hamann BMW Tycoon Evo M has been posted over at GT Spirit. 'The Hamann body kit is a true matter of taste, but improves the rather boring and dull looking package of the standard X6 M up to a point that it now suites the recipe for irrelevance. It holds front and rear wing extensions made of light composite materials. The body expands by 60 millimeters. The designers enhanced the sides with the newly designed side skirts. The front apron has four or two striking LED daytime running lights depending on the country you life in. The air inlets in the front and the carbon bonnet allows an optimized air ventilation of the engine compartment. At the X6 M rear, Hamann replaced the original skirt and added new rear- and roof spoilers.'

A review of the 2011 BMW 335i coupe has been posted over at Market Watch. 'With $4,775 worth of options and transportation charges, the test car carried a bottom line of $47,425. Greatness does not come cheap in the world of German cars, but the overall capability of this car fully justified the asking price. It is a great car -- in coupe, convertible or sedan -- this 3-series. Offer to mow your neighbor's lawn for a year if he has one and offers you the keys. FYI, there is a 4-year, 50,000 mile full maintenance program and a 4-year, 50,000 limited warranty. Roadside assistance is offered for four years, with unlimited miles.'

A review of the 2010 BMW X1 xDrive20d has been posted over at Car Advice. 'It's the cheapest BMW SUV you can buy. Starting at just $43,500, BMW's newest car, the X1, is extremely competitively priced, and on paper, competitvely specced as well. There's rear-wheel- and all-wheel-drive versions, with four different engines available. BMW's entry level X1, the sDrive18i hasn't arrived in the country yet, so we decided to test the lowest price X1 we could get our hands on, the xDrive20d. There is a problem with the X1, and it's not so much a fault of the car, but rather charged-couple devices and curved glass - it looks awkward in photos, but fabulous in the metal. Indeed the angry snout combined with four lovely creases on the bonnet draw your eye to the front end, and with frosted glass-styled eyelids over the headlights, it even has character.'

Search Chicago have published a review of the 2010 BMW 335i xDrive coupe. 'The base coupe (328i) is powered by a strong 3.0-liter inline-six that produces 230 horsepower and 200 pound-feet of torque. The 335i adds a much more powerful 3.0-liter inline-six that features twin turbochargers to produce 300 horsepower and 300 pound-feet of torque. The 3 Series Coupe, regardless of which model you choose, comes standard with a six-speed manual gearbox. A six-speed automatic with paddle shifters is available. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels, or all four wheels, when selecting a model with xDrive.'

CNET have published a review of the 2010 BMW 750i xDrive. 'As BMW's flagship sedan, the 750i competes with the Mercedes-Benz S550 and the Audi A8. All of these cars hang around the $100k price point and don't give a damn about fuel economy. And like its competition, the 750i's cabin is made up of quality materials, including soft leather and wood with a glossy finish. But in the 21st century, luxury doesn't just mean natural materials; electronics complete the picture. BMW has been obsessive about embracing and pioneering new technology for its cars, and the 750i benefits from the latest. The LCD at the top of the stack boasts 10.2 inches of screen real estate, the software interface controllable with voice command and an improved iDrive knob.'

Car Advice have published their review of the 2010 BMW 330d sports. 'In the 7 Series, the sports mode didn't quite work due to its tendency to hold onto the gears for a bit too long, causing the engine to sit against its redline, slowing performance. However the 330d has the right idea. Drive shifts often, smooth and early, whereas Sports allows for snappy changes (perfect for a diesel) and they happen right at the top end as soon as redline is reached. It also downshifts exactly when you would and is never, ever caught out in the wrong gear. This helps to keep the turbo spooled and you've got instant throttle response with zero lag. In short, this is one brilliant drivetrain.'

Auto Express have published their "First drive" review of the BMW 530d diesel. 'The new 5 uses a shortened version of the latest 7-Series platform, as well as its all-aluminium suspension. This gives the car a longer wheelbase than before, aiding high-speed stability and liberating extra cabin space, particularly in the rear. The ride has benefited, too, with well judged damping providing excellent comfort when cruising and suppleness if you drive enthusiastically. Also, the power-steering is electric for the first time, yet remains direct and relatively full of feel.'

A review of the BMW 650i Sport roadster has been posted over at Car Advice. 'The 650i Sport Convertible is a highly specced car, but the centrepiece must be the 8.8-inch wide screen display with high definition TV as part of the latest version of BMW's much publicised iDrive system. With a 80GB hard drive on tap (say goodbye to the old school navigation DVD), this is probably the most intuitive user interface of any car today. Of special note, is the satellite navigation, which I would bill as class leading for useability and general accuracy.'

Popular Mechanics have published their review of the 2011 BMW 5 Series Sport sedan. 'While 6 feet across is hardly huge by American standards, the new 5 Series feels like a big car, and it doesn't shrink around you as you speed up. You can't see the corners of the bodywork and that makes it hard to place when you first drive it. When equipped with the standard suspension, there's a ponderous feeling to the car, and a slight reluctance to change direction. It's rides terrifically, however, and grip levels are more than adequate, but for the first time we can remember, we have a BMW sedan that feels somewhat divorced from the road.'