Is America Ready For A Tiny BMW?4
May 30, 2009 by admin
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I wrote previously about MercedesÂ’ foray into the small car market. As strange as that may seem to many Americans, both Mercedes and BMW have long produced smaller and less costly models for the European market. Now, it appears that BMW is considering doing the same: introducing to the North American market a truly compact car, smaller than any BMW that has ever graced our highways and back streets. Is this a good move for the German automaker? Or, will it water down a prestigious brand name?
Part of any automakerÃâs marketing strategy is to convince you, the consumer, what their vehicle line is all about. Dodge would like you to believe that they sell sporty cars and rugged trucks; Scion touts their youth oriented vehicles; and both BMW and Mercedes, like Cadillac, sell luxury vehicles. Millions of dollars of advertising is spent per year to reinforce b2rand image which is supported by consumer surveys of that particular sentiment.
Speaking about Cadillac, in the early 1980s GM’s luxury brand briefly marketed a compact car – the Cimarron – that ultimately bombed, in part, because it strayed far from its big luxury car base. Sure, the car was little more than a rebadged and re-tweaked Chevrolet Cavalier, but it contradicted the entire Cadillac mystique. Even a slightly larger and much later model, the Catera, also failed as the car was perceived for what it really was: a remade Opel.
So, now the dilemma: will consumers accept the “1 Series” BMW’s planned entry or will it cause confusion and diminish the BMW name? As a backgrounder, the current 1 Series is expected to be overhauled in 2006. Right now the car is offered as a sport hatchback, but the hatchback isn’t likely to be imported due to America’s aversion to that particular body style. Thus a sedan version is being considered by BMW for production according to published reports.
I visited BMW’s U.K. site to examine the current Series 1 model. With the typical BMW fascia in place the Series 1 resembles a slightly stretched Volkswagen Golf mated to a compact BMW. The “1” comes equipped with either a 1.6L or 2.0L I4 gasoline engine, a gas 24V 3.0L V6, or a 2.0L four cylinder diesel that achieves a whopping 50 mpg fuel economy. Prices for the “1” start at just under $25,000
Equipment on the “1” is typical BMW with ABS and all the full luxury appointments. Clearly, the current “1” is not a stripped model as it features many of the amenities found on larger BMWs.
In my opinion BMW must tread carefully in bringing a car of this size to the American market. Forget the hatchback and just go with the sedan with either a wagon and or a coupe being a possibility. Unlike the basic Mercedes models, the “1” may just be able to pull it off for BMW and allow the German automaker to sell a tiny BMW successfully in the U.S. Alternatively, BMW just may want to consider launching a separate brand, to retain the BMW mystique in the American market.
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Matt Keegan is a contributing writer for the Race Pages as well as an automotive fan. For the best BMW parts, including BMW brake rotors, or for quality EBC brakes, shop our store today!
Facial Skin Care : How to Deal With Ingrown Facial Hair
September 27, 2008 by admin
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Ingrown hairs don’t grow normally and can cause a great amount of irritation. Get rid of ingrown facial hair with tips from a beauty editor in this free video on facial skin care.
Duration : 0:1:18
Some Product Reviews
August 24, 2008 by admin
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A few reviews of products I’ve picked up in the last couples of weeks. And enjoy me talking about my bacne! callouses! ingrown hairs! razor burn! and hornmonal birth control!
Reviews covered:
Lush Love Lettuce mask http://www.lush.com.au/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1608
Lush Ocean Salt http://usa.lush.com/cgi-bin/lushdb/02128
Lush Buffy http://www.lush.com/cgi-bin/lushdb/02127
Lush Running to the Embassy http://www.lush.com/cgi-bin/lushdb/02167
Lather & Fizz Big Daddy Aloe Shave Gel http://shop.latherandfizz.com/latherstore/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=21&idproduct=185
Duration : 0:10:20
Ingrown Hair and Razor Bump Removal Products
March 23, 2008 by admin
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ShavingHouse.com video on the use of electric shavers and skin care products designed to eliminate ingrown hairs, razor bumps, and razor burn caused by shaving, waxing, and/or electrolysis.
Duration : 0:2:53
Men’s Facial Techniques
February 13, 2008 by admin
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To buy the full-length video, please visit http://www.videoshelf.com. Rita Page, an award winning CIDESCO diplomat, demonstrates a complete professional facial tailored s… More»pecifically for male clients using a combination of an 8-in1 facial equipment machine and traditional techniques. She also highlights the personal touch throughout, incorporating an extensive facial massage, aromatherapy, and hot towel wraps to ensure relaxation and enhance a client’s experience.
Duration : 0:3:49
Priva Shave - Prevents Razor Bumps & Ingrown Hairs
January 27, 2008 by admin
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Power Shave® FoR MaN™ & Priva Shave ® FoR WoMaN™ is guaranteed to eliminate all of the following problems instantly: razor burns, bumps, ingrown hair and bikini line irritation.
Duration : 0:0:41
I found the cure for MY acne - FREE Acne Treatment eBOOK!
January 3, 2008 by admin
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http://www.acnecontroltreatment.com
Using the wrong face routine or regimen? Eating the wrong diet? Do you know what the cause of acne really is? Do you have blackheads or whiteheads? Got razor bumps or ingrown hair? Do you want to finally have clear skin?
Get rid of bad acne problems, spots and scars and get a good stare response because it’s just not sexy - is it?
I tried to get my acne to reoccur just so that I could make a video showing you that I can clear it up easily, but I was not able to get the acne to come back on purpose. My face just doesn’t have breakouts like that anymore, and I had cystic acne vulgaris. My friend Lisa said she popped a pimple and it burst into oblivion like a super nova! LOL! And she’s no teen. I remember those days.
Hey try the system I used. It’s in the ebook.
The ebook has a complete step-by-step of how I cured MY acne. This is what worked for me. No more bumps! (This system also works for razor bumps and ingrown hair problems too!)
***UPDATE***
Currently, the ebook is free. I took away the price in response to many of your comments about why I was charging a fee for the ebook if I “really” wanted to help people. Well I hear you and I really do want to help people with acne. So instead of putting a price tag on it, you guys can leave a donation (no matter how small) if you want to.
Thanks for all the input!
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Duration : 0:2:33
Kevin’s Official Apology for his Hair
November 14, 2007 by admin
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lotta comments that i NEED to SHAVE and visit a BARBER on my “You, Me & Problems with the World” video.
Duration : 0:0:35
Beauty equipment, laser hair remover, ingrown hair, get rid
September 4, 2007 by admin
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www.easy-hair-removal.com
laser hair removal machines, hair remove, remove hair, get rid of unwanted hair, facial hair removal, laser hair removal prices
Duration : 0:0:56