2011 BMW 328i Sports Wagon.

2011 BMW 328i Sports Wagon, an AW Drivers Log.
Let's see, here we have one of the best-driving cars on the planet, with cargo room. Talk about a win-win. I didn't have a need to use the space behind the second row, but there's no question that everything that makes the BMW 3-series a great car is evident in this configuration: good power from the I6, steady suspension, precise steering, luxury appointments, rakish styling in a classic wagon configuration and solid build quality everywhere.
It's almost embarrassing to admit it, but my fixes for this car would center on comfort stuff: I'd like a better radio tuner and cupholders that give me confidence that they'll hold the cup through a 0-to-60-mph run.
This is a fine little wagon, although it seems you have to nearly squat to the ground to get in. Getting out is also a bit of a chore, and I hit my head on two separate occasions--and yes, I did duck.
Aside from that, this wagon was a good scooter for my overnight. I didn't make use of the cargo space, but it appears to be able to hold several bags or items. The seats were comfy enough, and there are nice materials throughout. But the 328i's steering felt heavy; the hubby even said it seemed as if we were towing something--and that was just on surface roads. For being a smaller wagon, it seemed heavy all around. But there was decent power for expressway driving and maneuvers, the car heated up quickly, and the seat heaters were much appreciated.
I would, though, do away with the silly pop-out cupholders. There has to be space somewhere for a real spot for your bottle of water or cup of coffee.
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New 2012 3 Series.

We bring you more spy photos of the 2012 3 series sedan (F30), in black and space gray, as BMW finishes the final evaluation phase testing on the next generation 3 series sedan.
Although the camouflage tape remains on these FEP level prototypes, we've already recently had a great uncovered look at the production F30 front and rear in a recent spotting at an F30 official photo shoot. But, these photos continue to give us views at the F30's overall size (expected to be just slightly larger than the E90) and its attractive proportions and stance. The black F30 test car also shows a new wheel style yet to be seen on an F30 prototype.
Signs are pointing to an F30 reveal sometime late October/early November at a London and/or Munich venue. The F30 will makes its world public debut at the 2012 Geneva show next March, go on sale in Europe shortly thereafter, and be available in the US beginning Spring 2012.
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