The Blogs | ANNOUNCEMENT MODIFIED MAG READER RIDE SUBMISSIONS

Every year we put out our annual Reader’s Rides issue and this year what better way to advertise it then to post it on Speedhunters. This issue is dedicated to the cars that you guys (and gals) drive everyday, whether it's a beat up drift machine or a pristine street car, we are looking to show it off. In order to have your car considered for a feature you need to follow these 5 simple rules: ...

2011 Buick Enclave CXL SUV

2011 Buick Enclave CXL SUV

2011 Buick Enclave CXL SUV

2011 Buick Enclave CXL SUV

2011 Buick Enclave CXL SUV

DEEP BLUE Marine DIVER 500 (new)

By TLex Introducing the latest diver from DEEP BLUE Watches. The Marine DIVER 500's 316L stainless steel case measures 46mm x 15mm with 24mm lugs. It has an AR-coated sapphire crystal, an exhibition back, a Swiss ETA caliber 2824-2 automatic movement with custom DEEP BLUE rotor and a water resistance of 500 meters. Further features include a unique waffle pattern dial with 3 dimensional effect, and blue lume. MSRP 599USD.

ORIENT 1970s KING DIVER

ORIENT 1970s KING DIVER (new)

By TLex ORIENT Japan have released a limited edition version of their 1970s 'King Diver'. The new King Diver was released as part of ORIENT's 40th Anniversary of the Cal. 469 and is part of their 'World Stage Collection'. The watch case is in stainless with two finishes. It measures 51mm x 45mm x 13.6mm with a water-resistance of 20 ATM or 200m. It houses the 21 jewel Orient Cal. 469 as signified by the celebratory text on its dial. Prices are around 600USD. For further details follow the link below . . .

BREITLING COLT 44

By TLex The COLT, which is BREITLING's entry level sports / divers model has remained pretty much the same for the last decade or more, in which time it has only periodically received the odd update, such as a new bracelet, dial or some other minor aesthetic tweak. A different story today; neither face-lift nor overall, but an entirely new design. BREITLING have gone back to the drawing board with the new COLT collection.



The changes start with its turning bezel, which features a new sophisticated shape and stamped numerals, and continues to its new 44mm case and new dials adorned with rounded numerals exclusively designed for the new COLT. The watch's water-resistance remains at 500 meters (1,650 ft), which is typical of all BREITLING Areomarine models.



From BREITLING For all devotees of top-flight achievements, Breitling has equipped the Colt 44 with the best of its electronic technology in the form a SuperQuartz™ caliber ten times more accurate than standard quartz movements. The polished and satin-brushed finishes highlight the distinctive shape of the case and bezel. The sturdy construction, the screw-locked crown and the thick sapphire crystal (glareproofed on both sides) guarantee exceptional water resistance to a depth of 500 meters (1,650 ft).



MOVEMENT Caliber 74, officially chronometer-certified by the COSC, thermocompensated SuperQuartz™. Battery end-of-life indicator. Calendar.

CASE Steel. Water-resistant to 500 m (1,650 ft/50 bars). Screw-locked crown. Unidirectional ratcheted rotating bezel. Sapphire crystal, glareproofed on both sides. Diameter: 44 mm. Dials: Volcano Black, Stratus Silver, Gun Blue.

STRAPS Leather, rubber Ocean Racer (perforated), rubber Diver Pro (with raised central ridge) / Professional.

The Blogs | CAR SPOTLIGHT BMW PERFORMANCE IMOLA

When at Imola the other week I spotted a couple of interesting looking factory modified BMW's sitting in the paddock. First up the 123d here is fitted with the full BMW Performance package, which adds some tantalizing parts like the sportier front bumper, side skirts with air intake...

...and a nice carbon lip spoiler.

Sitting next to it was this 335i sedan, wearing some very aggressively styled 19-inch wheels. We asked the guys at BMW if we could take the car into the pits to grab some quick pictures, something they were more than happy to arrange.

The 1-series however had already been moved into the little display booth in the BMW hospitality area, but it didn't matter as the tiled floor and excellent lighting made for a nice ambiance.

The exterior package is joined by a pair of reclinable bucket seats, clad in soft suede and leather. They are even fitted with a side airbag, just in case things go wrong.

They are accompanied by the sports steering wheel, which on top of the suede leather features a digital display on the top part of the rim and sequentially lit LED strips just like on an F1 steering wheel.

The BMW Performance treatment is topped off with carbon fiber trim for the interior.

The 123d rides on special 18-inch wheels and Bridgestone Potenza tires. Lowered suspension help sharpen up the handling while the massive 6-pot calipers from the 135i keep braking under control.

Carbon mirrors are the cherry on the cake!

The sedate look of the 4-door 335i has been spiced up with BMW Performance front and rear bumpers. Notice the blacked out grille, a very nice touch.

Under the hood the twin turbocharged 3L straight six has been remapped to offer an additional 20 HP, bringing power up to 326 HP. Torque gets a nice bump too.

Here is a closer view of those BMW Performance 19-inch wheels. Would have been nice to see the same 6-pot brakes from the 123d used on the 335i, as I'm sure they would definitely come in handy given the power and weight of the larger car. It is great to see BMW is giving enthusiasts top quality products to spice up their cars, let's hope the line-up will grow in the future with all other BMW models being catered for.