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| '''The Captain’s Choice'''
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| Years after bangle shocked the motoring world with the bold shapes and circles of the 7-series, we can now finally appreciate Munich’s flagship sedan for what is truly is. One impressive design masterpiece. Fresh from its last make-over, the 7-Series dons a more pleasing front fascia while the once dreaded I-Drive benefits from a more user-friendly program. Being the top luxury carriage from the Bavarian automaker, the 7-Series comes with a slew of technological features that would make any executive proud. Take for instance the BMW Night Vision which works with an infrared camera that feeds images to the on-board central monitor. This helps identify people or animals on the road which at plain view may be hard to identify. Of course, standard safety features of the BMW [http://www.autopartsplace.com auto parts]such as active head restraints, ABS, DSC and EBC are all there. The 730i now features the new lightweight 3.0-liter magnesium aluminum composite engine recently unveiled in the 630i and 330i. The new powerplant delivers 258bhp at 6,600rpm, up 12 per cent compared with its predecessor, and 300Nm of torque at 2,500 - 4,000rpm. As a consequence, the new 730i offers the best power-to-weight ratio and highest output per liter of any car in its class. Hauling this gargantuan is a collection of excellent motors, with both diesel and petrol engines to choose from. The 3.0 turbo-diesel in the 730d does a commendable job propelling this 2000+kg vehicle, with its 383 lb-ft of torque coming in at a low 2000rpm. The base 730Li model offers 258hp from the inline -6 motor, long the trademark of BMW. The range topper of course is the 760i with a 6-liter V12 outputting 439 HP.
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| '''Old World Glory'''
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| Traveling inside a Jaguar isn't merely about getting from point A to B. It can be likened to fine dining, an experience to be cherished rather than rushed. Enjoying the rich feel leather, the old-world appeal of the carpet and wood trim, and the ever recognizable presence of the pouncing cat on the hood. Very British. Very Jaguar. As is with most things though, Jaguars, like other vehicles, must evolve. Jaguar has been a name of luxury in the sports car and saloon division. This current Ford propriety have manufactured a lot of classic and well known luxury sports cars and saloons that have been known for power, [http://www.autopartsplace.com performance auto parts], elegance and luxuriousness. This is a good of course considering that many gremlins haunted Jags of past. Thanks to the financial backing of parent company Ford, Jaguar is able to produce vehicles that not only echo the values of yore but likewise boasts of modern day tricks. The use of aluminum is prevalent in the flagship XJ sedan, from the chassis up to the 4.2 liter V8 that manages a healthy 300 HP. But aside from it being lightweight and powerful, the XJ also possesses impressive safety features such as Dynamic Stability Control which varies braking force to maximize available grip. Working in conjunction is Emergency Brake Assist which initiates full braking power should the system sense very abrupt brake application. Adaptive Cruise Control uses radar technology to detect slower traffic up front, automatically applying the brakes to keep a safe distance. A bit of the old and a lot of the new. The XJ sedan promises to deliver what many love about Jaguars without the stuff that they hate.
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| '''Precision Driving Tool'''
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| Originating in 1913 in Munich, Germany, The Bavarian Motor Works company (BMW), was operated by Karl Friedrich Rapp who desired to create superlative vehicles that would be unsurpassed in performance and [http://www.autopartsplace.com quality auto parts]. In the tradition of BMW M, the exterior styling of the new M5 follows the “wolf in sheep’s clothing” philosophy. The casual observer may not instantly recognize the M5’s performance potential. But it would be hard not to notice the subtle, yet purposeful styling cues that denote its performance quotient. This is also evident on the exclusive leather interior where it feature sport seats and other unique styling touches that are all the luxury features anyone could wish for, the heart of the matter here lies up front where a monstrous 5.0 liter, V10 engine resides. Those late for a party would enjoy driving the M5 with all of its 507 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque. This is then mated to a seven speed SMG transmission or a six-speed manual transmission. This gives the M5 the right to offer the best power to weight ratio in its class. Following in the tradition of BMW M, the chassis has also been engineered to us a variable M differential lock, DSC, and a high performance brake system add up to offer a high level of driving stability and traction. Adding to its fun factor, it also features MBW’s M-Drive which instantly changes the settings on the car to an enhanced sporting character. While the M5 may not be your average saloon car, it does offer the enthusiast with a precision driving tool that’s razor sharp.
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