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Given the inexorable rise of oil burners over the past decade it is a surprise to discover that in terms of fast, affordable diesel hatchbacks, the new Seat Ibiza FR TDI really is the only show in town at the moment. Bring any of the cars current competitors to mind (Fiesta, Corsa, Mito, Punto, 207, Fabia, Polo etc) and all lag some way behind the Ibiza's power. The FR's superiority is thanks to the new 2.0-litre TDI engine Seat has wedged under the bonnet. The turbo diesel produces 140bhp, but the headline figure is the torque; 236lb ft between 1750 and 2500rpm. These figures mean the Ibiza is not only quicker than the previous model, but also comfortably faster than anything else in its segment. And thanks to common rail technology, the new engine is also more economical and has lower emissions. Seat claims the FR is capable of 64mpg, while CO2 emissions of just 119g/km means the Ibiza costs just 35 a year in tax. Even the insurance is cheap. Continue reading First Drive: Seat Ibiz
STATESVILLE, NC - A phone call from a suspicious neighbor helped lead police to a man who they said broke into a car to steal the owner's manual. Carl Russell Daye of Statesville was charged with breaking and entering a motor vehicle. Statesville Police Chief Tom Anderson said a citizen living on Davie Avenue noticed a man looking into the vehicles in the area and called police. Statesville police officers responded and found a man fitting the description on Stockton Street, Anderson said. Police spoke with him and, eventually patted him down, finding an owner's manual for a BMW. Officers found the registration as well, and went to the 500 block of Davie Avenue, Anderson said. There they found the owner's manual had been taken from an unlocked BMW, Anderson said.
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BMW Vehicle: Unique 1937 BMW 328 Mille Miglia to highlight RM #39;s Monaco auction
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[Source: RM Auctions | Photos 2010 Peter Raider] Show full PR text RM Auctions, the world's largest collector car auction house, announced today the consignment of one of the world's most significant pre-war sports racing cars. The one-of-a-kind 1937, BMW 328 Mille Miglia 'B egelfalte', chassis no. 85032, will make its auction debut at RM's inaugural Sporting Classics of Monaco sale on 1st May, 2010 at the Grimaldi Forum. "Our Monaco sale will feature some truly outstanding historic cars, but the totally unique nature of this BMW and its fascinating history make it an exceptional opportunity for any collector of significant motor cars", says Max Girardo, managing director of RM Europe. BMW had been actively involved in sports racing activity in the pre-war years and had enjoyed significant successes with its technically advanced, high-performance 328 model. Chassis 85032 was manufactured in May 1937 as a standard-bodied car for Rudolf Schleicher s Experimental Department a
A t 26-years-old, Michael Nolan is sleek and sophisticated, even if he's been around the block a few times. Nolan happens to be outgoing University of Lethbridge president Bill Cade's beloved 1984 BMW 325e. But not for much longer. As he prepares to hand over his position as head of the university to Michael Mahon this summer, Cade is leaving behind the vintage black sports car with the Students' Union to be raffled off for scholarships. "My wife and I, and many others, have this belief in public education. This is a small thing that we're doing for public education. But I hope it inspires others as well," said Cade. As Alberta's postsecondary students face steeper tuition rates, a tough job market and dwindling scholarship prospects, Cade's donation is particularly meaningful, said University of Lethbridge Students' Union president Jeremy Girard. "In a provincial climate where the province isn't willing to take responsibility for ensuring students have enough money t
A man who attacked a woman in her driveway to steal her new BMW, leaving her bruised and battered, has been jailed for more than six years and told he has to serve at least half of that. The victim, whose name is suppressed, had been walking her dogs in Wellington when Tatupu Jason Patea, 29, followed her home on December 5 last year. He grabbed her in her driveway, punching her and taking her keys. When he failed to start the car, he attacked her again, threatening to kill her and her dogs. He eventually drove off, but police found and chased him. The chase ended in Patea wrapping the car round two lamp-posts and damaging police cars. The BMW had to be written off. The victim said she was so battered about the face and head that neighbours did not recognise her and she was unable to care for herself for two weeks. "I am working hard to get back to as normal a life as quickly as possible. I feel lucky to be alive, it could have been fatal." Patea pleaded guilty to aggravated
BMW Vehicle: Man jailed for attacking woman and stealing BMW (Otago Daily Times)]
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Mon, 1 Mar 2010News: National A man has been jailed for six years after admitting attacking a woman and stealing her new BMW. Tatupu Jason Patea, 29, was told by Judge Peter Butler in Wellington District Court that he would have to serve at least three years of that sentence. The woman had been walking her dogs when Patea followed her to her Wellington home on December 5 last year. He attacked her in the driveway and took her keys. When he failed to start the car, he attacked her again, threatening to kill her and her dogs. He eventually drove off, but police found and chased him. He eventually crashed the car, writing it off, the Dominion Post reported. Patea pleaded guilty to aggravated wounding, two charges of burglary, two of unlawfully taking a motor vehicle, three of theft, failing to stop for police, dangerous driving, driving while forbidden, breach of bail and breach of community work. Judge Butler said Patea had other victims. He had stolen another car from a man who had he
BMW Vehicle: McQueen’s Last Show, Sporty BMW Vie for Design Award (Update1) (Bloomberg)]
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BMW Vehicle: Man jailed for attacking woman and stealing BMW (NZPA via Yahoo!Xtra News)]
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A man has been jailed for six years after admitting attacking a woman and stealing her new BMW. Tatupu Jason Patea, 29, was told by Judge Peter Butler in Wellington District Court that he would have to serve at least three years of that sentence. The woman had been walking her dogs when Patea followed her to her Wellington home on December 5 last year. He attacked her in the driveway and took her keys. When he failed to start the car, he attacked her again, threatening to kill her and her dogs. He eventually drove off, but police found and chased him. He eventually crashed the car, writing it off, the Dominion Post reported. Patea pleaded guilty to aggravated wounding, two charges of burglary, two of unlawfully taking a motor vehicle, three of theft, failing to stop for police, dangerous driving, driving while forbidden, breach of bail and breach of community work. Judge Butler said Patea had other victims. He had stolen another car from a man who had helped him, taken $300 from a 85