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HE history of Renault hot hatches is steeped in tales of the fast and furious. Right from the start there was a name central to the French manufacturer’s success and synonymous with sporting achievement. Amedee Gordini not only developed almost 200,000 Renaults, including Grand Prix cars, but he also designed one of the most distinctive. Back in the 1960s the Renault 8 Gordini with its bright blue paintwork and twin white stripes was his most famous creation, spawning the Gordini Cup one-make series. And now the name is back in the shape of a limited edition supermodel based on the fiery Clio Renaultsport 200. Just 500 examples of the new Clio Gordini 200 are being produced for the UK and they are sure to become collectors items. The Gordini 200 is a stunning little car for various reasons. First there’s the engine – a 2.0-litre normally aspirated powerplant generating 200bhp and a hefty 158lb/ft of torque. The figures are impressive too – 0-62mph in 6.9 seconds, a top speed of 141mph and an average fuel return of 34.4 miles per gallon. The Clio’s chassis has been lowered, wheelbase fractionally lengthened and both front and rear track made wider. But it’s the bespoke styling that will really draw Renault fans to the Gordini. The trademark Malta Blue metallic paint dazzles, the twin white stripes on the bonnet, roof and tailgate look sporty rather than boy racer and the blue painted alloy wheels afford some serious presence. Renaultsport and Gordini Series badging is dotted around the bodywork and the Formula 1-style white ‘blade’ on the front bumper adds a predatory expression to the car. Dynamic luxury is perhaps the most apt way to describe the interior.
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GOOD GORD: The striking Renault Clio Gordini 200 looks sure to become a collector’s item
Slick supermini earns its stripes Renaultsport seats in grey leather with blue details and embossed logo, leather steering wheel – again trimmed in blue with two white stripes to indicate the centre point – and a metallic Gordini gearstick are highlights.
And as a supermini that has always prided itself on room to move, there’s adequate space in this three-door only model for adults in the rear. Far from being a case of style over substance the 200 certainly
doesn’t disappoint once out on the road. The gearshift is positive, steering feels nicely weighted and though the Clio needs some firm revving for maximum enjoyment, it’s nonetheless a rewarding car to
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The official fuel consumption figures in mpg (l/100km) for the Mazda Range: Urban 18.0 (15.7) – 55.4 (5.1), Extra Urban 31.0 (9.1) – 80.7 (3.5), Combined 24.6 (11.5) – 68.9 (4. 3). CO2 emissions (g/km) 299 – 107. Retail sales only. Subject to availability at participating dealers only on vehicles registered between 1 July 2010 and 30 September 2010. Finance subject to status. Terms and conditions apply. Applicants must be 18 or over. Guarantees/Indemnities may be required. Mazda Financial Services RH1 1SR. Models shown: Mazda6 2.0 Takuya. OTR price: £19,845. Mazda3 1.6 Tayuka 5dr. OTR price: £14,745. Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe. OTR price: £17,995. Mazda2 1.3 Tayuka 5dr. OTR price: £11,495. Mazda2 3dr 1.3 TS Aircon. OTR price: £9495. All models shown feature optional metallic/ mica paint (£410). On the road prices include 17.5% VAT, number plates, delivery, 12 months’ road fund licence, 1st registration fee, 3 year or 60,000 mile warranty and 3 years’ European Roadside Assistance. Details correct at time of going to print. Overall Typical 5.9% APR. *When financed through Mazda financial services. BT CALLS 5P PER MINUTE, OTHER PROVIDERS MAY VARY. Calls may be recorded for quality or training purposes.
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ECHO Motoring Car & Van Hire
www.motors-merseyside.co.uk
Vehicles Wanted
Repairs & Services
MALVERN MOTOR CO Car/ Van Hire. will deliver, competitive rates 0151 933 9994/07831 222313
MOT & SERVICE No job too small. Ring for quote. Clubmoor Garage 0151 226 1159
Commercial Vehicles
CLUTCHES/MOT’S
PEUGEOT EXPERT 1.9D Taxed and tested, 02 Reg, full roofrack, radio cassette, hands free bluetooth worth £300 fitted, c/l, f/a
£1,400 ono 0151 709 0776 07791 266148
2007 TRANSIT CONNECT TD CDi
long tax and MOT, 61k, white, full Ford service history, immaculate condition inside and out
£4250 ono NO VAT
CASH PAID £125 - £15000
All vehicles wanted Call now for instant quote (all areas)
07900 894361 01695 551966 Trust Hills for fast & friendly service Authorised Treatment facility
FREE COLLECTIONS FREE DIAGNOSTICS Brakes, Servicing, Repairs ALL PRE BOOKED MOT’S £25 Same Day 0151 933 8812 Berry St Bootle L20 8AT J & E MOTORS Hunts Cross, Mot & Service Centre. 10% disc quote Echo 0151 486 1828 www.jemotors.co.uk ENGINE TUNE ECU Remapping, more power, torque, fuel economy 0151 922 4533
A1 WINDSCREENS Lowest prices g’teed 0151 321 0123 CARTUNE Crypton Tune ABS/ engine/airbag diagnostics non start mobile 0151 236 0597 AUTO−ELECTRICIAN 24/7 Mobile. Wiring, Starters, alternators, Radios, Fires, Engine Management, Non−runners etc 7 Days 0151 263 4919
The North West’s largest vehicle recycler
WELDING mobile, gas/arc/mig, body/chassis/mot repairs/wings/ sills/panels. Myers 0151 526 6731/07746 778803
0151 707 0333
NEPTUNE CAR SPARES
S REG FORD ESCORT 55 DIESEL VAN
Cars bought for cash. Best prices. Parts for all cars. Open 7 days.
MOBILE MECHANIC Services, repairs, Mot’s, clutches, No call out fee. Carl or Rob 07751 359676 or 07985 309044
1753cc, new clutch fitted, roof rack. Tax Feb 2011 Mot Sept 2011
£600 07765 107844
N REG TRANSIT LUTON used daily, mot July 2011, tax August 2011
£1800ono 0151 653 7946.
FORD FIESTA VAN 1.8 DIESEL 02 REG
134,000 miles, fsh, 6mths tax, 8mths MOT, CD, alloys, silver, excellent condition, very cheap to run, bargain
£1,000 ovno 0151 284 3386
M.O.T. BOOK YOUR M.O.T. ONLINE NOW www.liverpoolmot.co.uk or call 0151 486 3456 Collection & Delivery just £10 each way or free if in the Speke area.
Motorcycles
WANTED BRITISH MOTORCYCLE Any age or condition considered. Also any spares
0151 259 1596
Trailers T R A I L E R 4 X 3 New lights, good condition. 10" wheels. Light to tow. £50. (0151 526 2758)
0151 647 5735 DON’T BE FOOLED
By being told your car has been scrapped LEGALLY. You need a certificate of destruction from D.V.L. to avoid the FINE. We issue certificates with cash for your car and free collection
BRASENOSE MOTOR RECYCLING 0151 933 1994 (Day) or 07801 385006 (E i )
LOW MILEAGE CARS 96-08 WANTED TOP PRICES PAID HP Settled
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£110 − £5000 Most Cars & vans Anything considered Cash waiting 0151 928 7666 (24 Hours)
CALL US FIRST! £140 MINIMUM FOR MOST SCRAP CARS CASH & CERTIFICATE ISSUED SPARES ALSO SOLD 0151 933 7258 07762 381285
WANTED £150 UPWARDS For Most Cars, Vans, 4X4’s & MOT failures Certificate of Destruction 1 Hour Collection all areas T: 0151 260 1700
£140 MINIMUM For Most Scrap Cars & Vans Top Prices Paid 0151 489 2126 or 07586 833678
£140 MINIMUM FOR MOST SCRAP CARS AND VANS Friendly reliable service 24/7 07542 287 787 0151 292 1982
£140 MINIMUM FOR MOST SCRAP CARS AND VANS 7 day service 07842 164 980 0151 289 1190
WE WANT YOUR CAR £150− £3000 Cash. ALL AREAS. 0797 470 1463
I BUY ANY CAR DON’T CON cash paid. 00−09. High or low mileage. Fantastic Prices. 07824 601581 CARS BOUGHT FOR CASH Best prices paid, all cars considered GEORGESONS Tel 0 1 5 1 2 6 0 9 5 7 5 o r enquiries@georgesonscars.co.uk
SCRAP CARS REMOVED Top prices paid. Collection within the hour. Tel 07712 887218
Vehicle Security WINDOW TINTING specialist. Car alarms, 07990 630 194
Repairs & Services LIVERPOOL MOT SERVICE & REPAIRS
We specialise in Japanese imports & UK vehicles. If you have a problem or just want a service, we do it all i.e. batteries, services, timing, chains/ belts, brakes, air con, re-gas, clutches & lots more Give us a call. Recovery service available free (subject to job) 0151 486 3456
A1 CLUTCH & GEARBOX
Mot’s, Servicing & Repairs Free collection & Warranty 0151 734 2225 07751 459106 (Eve)
EUROCLUTCH CLUTCHES Best prices. Fully guaranteed 25 Dublin St L3 7DT 0151 236 4079
CAR WON’T START? Running problems? Timing belt broken? Mobile tune & service, same day. Tel 07802 607029
CLUTCHES − M.O.T.’s FREE COLLECTION FULLY GUARANTEED 0151 228 1731 07796 198 648 (evg) 333A PRESCOT RD, L13 (next to Stanley Abattoir)
CROSBY RENAULT Specialist service/ repair 0151 932 0381
OPENING OFFER MOT Testing Cars & Vans £25, Motorbikes £15. Car & Van Servicing & all repairs MULTISERVE Sales & Services Unit 2a Cusson Rd Knowsley Ind Est Kirkby L33 7BY 0151 548 6825
MOBILE CAR SERVICES repairs diagnostics brakes etc, non starts.Bill 0151 521 5262 MOBILE REPAIRS Servicing, brakes, diagnostics. Est 30 yrs 07850 742 042 Allen SAAB/VOLVO Sales/Service Merseyswede. 0151 525 6545
227 3030
Caravans / Motorhomes / Tents
Fiat
STATIC 6 BERTH CARAVAN
04 REG FIAT PUNTO
Sited in North Wales. Fees paid until 2011. Good condition, large balcony and lots of extra items, absolute bargain
£8,000 ono
9mths Mot, 12mths Tax central locking, electric windows, 55,945 miles, blue, radio/cassette, service history, owned by non smokers. Good tidy condition
£2,450 0151 521 6469
FIAT PUNTO
07762 925119
2002, blue, 83,000 mile, cd, c/lock, cheap insurance ideal first car. MoT Jan 2011, tax Dec 2010, excellent runner.
2006 CARAVAN
Tel. 07772281924
5 star camp, Talacre beach. 8 berth, all contents and verrander.
£14,995 ono Tel: 07988 128 554.
ABI ARIZONA 2005 3 bedrooms, 8 berth, on Lyons Robin Hood Camp, excellent condition, all mod cons, site fees paid until March 2011
£9,500 ONO
£1000
FIAT PUNTO 1.2 ELX P reg, metallic red, 5 door, low mileage, power steering, c/l, e/w, elec sunroof, CD player, 5 months mot, very good condition, excellent runner
£795 ono 07534 672747
FIAT STILO 16v DYNAMIC 52 REG
WESTONS WINDSCREENS Side windows & rear screens, all cars, taxi’s & vans, new & secondhand, mobile fitting. Ash Rd, Seaforth, L21 2PY. 0151 928 7770.
07837 993207 0151 476 1429
Top of range 3dr coupe, 1747cc, mint green, only 40,000 miles, fully loaded, long Tax & Mot. Immaculate & stunning coupe
Driving Tuition
STATIC CARAVANS for sale on stunning Haven Park, near South Lakes 07707 309292
Absolute Bargain £1,495 07872 320481
YOU’LL PASS £15 a lesson. Approved driving instructor. Call Simon 07786 327471.
DRIVING TUITION Lessons Fr £8.00, Courses available, Call Alan 07815 815 125 PASSWAY Driving School 1st 2 lessons £10 each hour beginners only. Special offer 5 lessons £85 Male/Femaleinstructors. All areas. 0151 430 8333
ASHLEY NEAL SPECIAL OFFER £160 10 hrs Manual only. Male/female instructors. All areas covered. 08452 606 602
K E V I N K E A R N S Friendly, patient & professional. 0151 477 0021/ 07765 911146 CARLTON SOM 1st 4 lessons £10 each. 0151 228 2687. ADVANCE 2 GO 5 Lessons £70. 07788 460506
Spares VW POLO MK2 Hatch rear parcel shelf. Black. Other parts. L7. 07910 279042. U S E D C A R S P A R E S All makes 0151 933 1994
B.M.W.
S BMW 316
1 Year MOT/TAX PAS, C/L, E/W Parking Sensors, Air Con, Service History 2 from £995 Tel: 0151 521 8700 www.ricelanecars.co.uk
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318i SE NEW SHAPE Lady owner, service hist, alloys, air con, superb at £1,795. T: 0151 526 4699 (t)
BMW 520 SERIES 2000, auto, e/w, air con, cruise control, spotlights, MOT and tax, immaculate condition. Bargain
£1,350 ovno 0151 281 8541
VW POLO MK 1985 Front wings bonnet. Mars red. £5. L7 07910 279042. P E U G E O T 3 0 6 1994 rear seats, grey stripes. £5. L7. 07910 279042. VW POL0 MK2 STEEL WHEELS/TYRES 145/13. £5. L7 07910 279042. ROVER 218 1995 Hatch rear parcel shelf. Dark grey. L7. 07910 279042.
PEUGEOT 205 Rear parcel shelf. Grey £5. Other parts. L7. 07910 279042.
Caravans / Motorhomes / Tents Wanted CARAVANS WANTED Tourers & Statics bought (off site), 2000 models upwards, best prices paid. 07721 587108
Citroen
FIAT
PUNTO
active
2003, Taxed till June 2011 Mot till Feb 2011 £1800 Tel. 07827323011
FIAT BRAVA X REG 9 months MoT, 3 months tax, in good condition, £900 ono., 0151 293 2077 FIAT PUNTO SX. 1.2. 5 Door. Jan 11 MOT. Sunroof. Elec Windows, PAS, met. Service Hist. £495 07757606208.
Ford
T FORD FIESTA 1.2 ZETEC
Metallic, 1 Year MOT/TAX, Sunroof, Service History 2 From £995 Tel: 0151 521 8700 www.ricelanecars.co.uk
FORD FIESTA 1.25 LX 2003 reg, 35k miles, 10mths tax, 6mths mot, silver, 2 door, air con, cd
£2600 CITROEN SAXO 1.1 12 S months MOT, 5 months tax, 5 door, very tidy £750
07921 400752.
0151 521 3547
2002 CITROEN C5 2.2 diesel, 9mths MOT, silver grey, great family car
£1100 ono 0151 5488139 MERSEYCITROEN.CO.UK 0151 525 6545
FORD FOCUS STUDIO 1400cc
03 Reg, black, full MoT, 77,000 mls. ST lights, Recaro leather seats, Alloys, excellent condition
£2,200 ono 0151 944 1657 07796 827 072
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FORD MONDEO 1.8 ZETEC
MAZDA 6TS 2003
P MICRA 1 LITRE JIVE
PEUGEOT 406 DIESEL V REG SALOON
RENAULT CLIO
53 REG ROVER 25 IMPRESSION
£850 07746 543878 0151 292 4849 FORD FIESTA LX 1996, MOT 9 months, tax 4 months £400.00 Tel. 07500 781448
F O R D F I E S T A 1.25 Style 2008 silver, 12k miles. Still under manufacturer warranty. Drives and looks like new, reluctant sale £4995 ono. 01704 872118, 07792 233195
Good condition MOT 6 months Tax 5 months
£1,800 ono
www.ricelanecars.co.uk
07799 428038
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Mercedes
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Honda
HONDA ACCORD EXECUTIVE VETEC
05 "54" Reg, 30,000 miles, full electric pack, heated seats, dual air con, taxed and tested, fsh, deep metallic blue, cream leather interior, immac cond.
£5,595 ono.
0151 727 3922 07983 939175
W reg, white, mot, alloys, pas, ew back and front, radio. Good runner.
£1,800 ovno.
Tel: 0151 727 8203.
P REG MERCEDES C180 ELEGANCE AUTO 18cc engine, blue, Mot June, alloys, dark windows, leather interior, CD, cruise control. Good condition, good runner
£850 ono 07833 765293
Jaguar / Daimler
Mini
Automatic, 03 reg, green/ ivory leather, 64k miles, elec seats, cruise control, Sat Nav, 6 CD, multi function steering wheel, 2 owners, FJSH, 10 mths mot, 6 mths tax, cost new £52,000, excellent condition
£7,250 0151 336 1456
£3,500
£675
07786 570 137
07516 282018
MERSEYRENAULT.CO.UK 0151 525 6545
Suzuki SUZUKI SWIFT X reg, blue, 5 door, MOT January 2011, low mileage, radio/cassette, good condition, any test or trial, £650ono. 07519 660489.
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S3 1.4cc, red metallic, 20k miles, full service history, 1 owner, 5 door hatch, 12 months mot, good condition
£1,490 ovno 07979 511782
(V) VAUXHALL CORSA GLS
5 door, 1 yr Mot/tax, pas, cl, service history, CD player Choice of 3
from £995 Tel: 0151 521 8700
www.ricelanecars.co.uk JUST BRAKES New in Speke, inside Sarbkar any car, brake problems 0151 448 1184 VECTRA SXi Sept 2000 12 mths MOT. Black. Alloys. Priavte no. plate. Immaculate. £495 07757606208.
Saab
R reg Automatic, 12 months mot, genuine 38k miles, service history, all old mot’s, 3 months tax, e/w, c/l, metallic silver, drives like new
£895 07932 840390
HOLIDAY ADVERTISING 0151 472 2294
SAAB SAAB SAAB Diesel specialist www.sarbkar.co.uk, service/repair 0151 448 1184
Source: Gfk NOP 2008, TM NW2 10% area
VAUXHALL ASTRA ARCTIC
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JUST BRAKES New in Speke, inside Sarbkar any car, brake problems 0151 448 1184
JAGUAR XJ8 3.5 SE
Source: Gfk NOP 2008, TM NW2 10% area
Campus, 06 Reg, 1149cc, petrol, 21.9k, 12 months MoT, 6 months tax, PAS, e/w, r/cl, CD player, black. Ideal first car. 1 owner from new. 1st to see will buy
Dark Metallic Blue. 100k. 6mths mot, end of the month tax. Used daily. Very reliable.
£795 Tel: 0151 521 8700
JUST BRAKES New in Speke, inside Sarbkar any car, brake problems 0151 448 1184
FORD FIESTA 1.2 LX, 5 door, T reg, 1999, exc cond for age, silver, 3 mths tax, 4 mths MOT, £550 ono. 0151 526 4827 or 07968 760652
Silver, 1 Year MOT/TAX CD Player Cheap Insurance Choice Of 2
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Vauxhall
Ford
Y reg, blue, 4 door, 5 months tax & MOT, excellent condition inside & out, ac, cd player, ew, cl, alloys
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MINI 1 55 reg, new Mot and service, tax Feb, 38k, ex demonstrator, blue, FSH, lady owner, very good condition, recently valeted, CD, AC, EW&W, alloy wheels, genuine reason for sale,
Literary Lunch with Billy Butler, Margi Clarke and Ken Rogers - author of ‘Lost Tribe of Everton and Scottie Road’
To book tickets call 0151 285 8400 Friday 5th November at 12:30pm Britannia Adelphi Hotel Tickets are £25 per person and include a welcome drink, three course lunch with complementary wine and talks from the authors.
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London is known the world over for its spectacular sights; royal history and traditions; fabulous West End shows; and fantastic shopping. So why not join one of our superb London breaks and enjoy a glittering weekend in our amazing capital city. Price includes:
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Join the York Yuletide at Liverpool Lime Street for a fun packed day as we make the nostalgic journey to festive York by steam hauled train, hauled by Former LMS Jubilee 5690 Leander It is very likely that Santa and his elves will be paying a visit to the train at some part of your journey! Please let us know your child’s age on booking.
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Motors
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Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro
Spyder times it right
OPEN TOP STUNNER The Audi R8 Spyder is a supercar with a difference
T
IMING, they say, is everything – and sometimes, well you just strike lucky. Like the past 10 days for instance, and an Indian Summer that has proved better and for me more uplifting than the real thing. It shone courtesy of Audi and a call to inform that due to unforeseen circumstances I couldn’t test drive an R8 Spyder in July, when the weather was foul, but could have one in early October. So instead of lowering the hood a mere 19 second exercise - in between stair rods of rain, the soft top was rarely up at all. I’ve driven supercars before, including a quarter million pound Bentley Azure convertible, but nothing with the all-encompassing impact of the Audi. The R8 Spyder is a dangerous car and not because it’s a bit nippy apparently capable of an eyeball flattening 194.45mph. Rather because other drivers take their
road
TEST
with MIKE TORPEY
eyes off the road when they see it – one almost put a Ford Focus saloon through a hedge while another had to swerve to stop his Vauxhall Corsa crashing into a skip. Park up and swarms of kids appear from nowhere, petrol heads slow down to ogle and there was even a twenty-something wearing an I Am The Stig tee-shirt measuring the width of one of the tailpipes. It’s the type of attention you might expect from a Ferrari California perhaps, but an Audi? The reason is simple - the R8 is one beautiful motor car.
Viewed from front, back or side it just looks sensational, whether the folding fabric roof is in place or tucked away between the two seats and the engine bay. But what really makes the Spyder more of a stunner than its coupe cousin is Audi’s decision to leave off those sideblades in contrasting colours that interfere with the car’s flowing lines. Then there are the numbers. We’re talking a 5.2-litre V10 petrol engine producing a massive 525PS at 8,000rpm and acceleration to 62mph in a fleeting 4.1 seconds. The mid-engine configuration – the huge powerplant is mounted longitudinally behind the cockpit – along with Audi’s quattro permanent four-wheel drive and magnetic ride adaptive damping also ensure limpet-like handling. Get behind the flat-bottomed steering wheel, fire up the engine and a V10 snarl assaults the eardrum, yet you can still happily potter around at 30mph.
speccheck MAKE: Audi MODEL R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro ENGINE: 5,204cc, V10 petrol POWER: 525PS at 8,000rpm PERFORMANCE: 0-62 in 4.1 seconds, top speed 194.45mph ECONOMY: 12.4mpg Urban, 27.2 Extra Urban, 19.0 Combined CO2 EMISSIONS: 356g/km BiK RATING: 35% INSURANCE: Group 20 So is the R8 Spyder a real everyday supercar? Well yes and no. Yes because it is comfortable, manageable in traffic, well specced up and if you go for the cheaper six-speed manual transmission, has an easy gearshift and nicely sprung clutch. No because you feel every bump on the lumpy British roads, unlike the fixed head R8 there’s no space
PRICE: £112,500 on the road WHAT’S HOT: Fabulous looks, prodigious power, cool image WHAT’S NOT: Very firm ride, lack of stowage space RATINGS (out of five):
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behind the seats and you have to be very careful not to park too close to kerbs. Oh, and in urban driving you’ll be lucky to return a dozen miles to the gallon. But what the hell, when a convertible looks as good as this, and you can afford £112,000, who cares about the running costs. As one teen admirer yelled from the pavement: "It's sex on wheels."
Efficiency triumphs as BMW scoops green title hat-trick
driver news
BMW has landed top prize at the Green Fleet Awards for a third consecutive year. And it’s all down to the German company’s EfficientDynamics technologies, which have confirmed the marque as Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year.
BMW Group was recognised as th motor manufacturer showing the greatest improvements in CO2 emissions, had expanded its range of low emission vehicles or offered alternative fuel vehicles to fleet customers. The introduction of cars like
the latest BMW 5 Series, which has significantly lower CO2 emissions than its predecessor at 129g/km for the 520d, and the 320d EfficientDynamics, with combined CO2 emissions of 109g/km. Green Fleet chief Angela Pisanu said: “Through its
5 5 4 5 5
EfficientDynamics initiative, BMW has continued to raise the bar in respect of delivering class leading reductions in carbon dioxide emissions whilst at the same time maintaining exceptional vehicle performance and economy. The firm is once again a worthy winner.”