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 According to a popular proverb , ‘Boys are known for the toys they own’. For those who believe in the saying , it’s time to get famous as your dream of owning a finely crafted European luxury sedan can finally come true. BMW has launched the 3 Series Corporate Edition (CE) for individuals at a price that will make you rub your eyes in disbelief. Previously , the CE variant of the 3 Series was only available for fleet purchase with a minimum order of three vehicles. But now this fine piece of machinery can be bought by individuals at a mouth watering price of Rs 29.5 lakh (OTR Pune). That’s a whopping Rs 10 lakh less than the 3 Series Highline variant! Alright , now please stop rubbing your eyes.
The Munich based company is looking at tapping the surging disposable income of successful executives and young entrepreneurs of India with the new 3 Series CE. The brand is known for its performance and reliability and now they have a price tag which can give other average sedans a run for their money. So , where’s the catch? The Corporate Edition is like a no-frills edition of  the 3 Series Highline and the list of gizmos missing from the CE version is rather long. There is no sunroof , Xenon lights and headlight washer , the six CD changer makes way for a single CD player. Further , they have done away with the on-board monitor with TV function and you get no wood trims either. It also doesn’t have a Bluetooth interface for your mobile phone , USB interface for the entertainment system nor any sun blinds for rear side windows. But the moment you step on the accelerator , you leave this list far , far behind and get overwhelmed with the joy of owning a BMW.
The 3 Series CE retains the very reliable and extremely efficient 1995cc four cylinder , common-rail direct injection diesel engine with a maximum output of 179.45PS at 4000rpm and maximum torque of 350Nm between 1750-3000rpm. The other good part about the no- frills variant is that the sedan now comes fitted with high profile tyres (205/55 R16) which are better suited for the Indian roads and the new alloys look much sharper. It comes with semi-electric adjustable seats but if you speak to the dealer , you can opt for completely manual seats which can further save you upto Rs 1 lakh!
For this lip smacking price you don’t just own a car. What you get is a round blue-and-white badge which assure lots of things that money can’t buy. How about loads of pride , envious neighbours , unparalleled driving pleasure , peace of mind , unbelievable attention and maybe even the cute girl next door. All this adds up to super value for money. Simple maths!
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The Munich based company is looking at tapping the surging disposable income of successful executives and young entrepreneurs of India with the new 3 Series CE. The brand is known for its performance and reliability and now they have a price tag which can give other average sedans a run for their money. So , where’s the catch? The Corporate Edition is like a no-frills edition of
the 3 Series Highline and the list of gizmos missing from the CE version is rather long. There is no sunroof , Xenon lights and headlight washer , the six CD changer makes way for a single CD player. Further , they have done away with the on-board monitor with TV function and you get no wood trims either. It also doesn’t have a Bluetooth interface for your mobile phone , USB interface for the entertainment system nor any sun blinds for rear side windows. But the moment you step on the accelerator , you leave this list far , far behind and get overwhelmed with the joy of owning a BMW.
The 3 Series CE retains the very reliable and extremely efficient 1995cc four cylinder , common-rail direct injection diesel engine with a maximum output of 179.45PS at 4000rpm and maximum torque of 350Nm between 1750-3000rpm. The other good part about the no- frills variant is that the sedan now comes fitted with high profile tyres (205/55 R16) which are better suited for the Indian roads and the new alloys look much sharper. It comes with semi-electric adjustable seats but if you speak to the dealer , you can opt for completely manual seats which can further save you upto Rs 1 lakh!
For this lip smacking price you don’t just own a car. What you get is a round blue-and-white badge which assure lots of things that money can’t buy. How about loads of pride , envious neighbours , unparalleled driving pleasure , peace of mind , unbelievable attention and maybe even the cute girl next door. All this adds up to super value for money. Simple maths!
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ILOVE THIS CAR...............
having a killer looks doesnt means the car is awsome one should also look into average maintance cost of the car. as of my point this car is not meant for indian roads . as all around their is water logding and the car air suction pipe is beneath the engine which suck the water if their half a feet of water
I have been admired with this car so i hav a plan to buy in near future..........
BMW is the trend setter of the year,but our enviorment is capable for the drive ofthis vehicle.
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i think this is good but its like compromising your thoughts...u will always have a feeling of owning a lower version of something you always wanted to buy at its best...i would rather go in debt than buying it...also buying it and giving it a good response would further bring down indian image and would no doubt in future make the luxury car market a more fraudulent arena in india especially....at least think as westerners who always want extreme best ....buckle up..try spending more
and the alloys actually look rubbish ...it looks jus as if some local mechanic has made it...the older ones were awesome! go for real deep thoughts before you love something.look at it in as much details as you can see it...dont love it jus because you love the name "BMW"... know what it is exactly!!