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Volkwagen BlueSport Concept debuts with a diesel at the Detroit auto show

Volkswagen's long-rumored mid-engine roadster finally made its debut at the Detroit Auto Show. The Concept BlueSport slots its efficient 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel four-cylinder midship in the compact chassis, demonstrating the sporty possibilities of the engine. With 177 hp and a healthy 258 lb-ft of torque, the diesel powerplant propels the 2,640-pound roadster to 60 mph in just 6.2 seconds.

BUMPER CHOICE FOR USED CAR BUYERS

USED CAR BUYERS looking for a bargain might be pleased to hear that leading vehicle auction specialist British Car Auctions will be holding a super sale this Saturday April 9. The sale at BCA Belle Vue Manchester will have over 400 vehicles from Lex Autoloease and Black Horse Motor Finance including over 200 convertibles. “There’s no question that motorists are feeling the pinch at the moment so finding the best deal on their next used vehicle is vital,” said Tony Gannon BCA Communications Director.

Smart fortwo Edition Limited Three

Mercedes has had stick in the past for playing with its ‘Toy Car’, the Smart. What was a quality maker like Mercedes doing involved with a car the size of the boot on an S Class Mercedes and named after a watch maker (the name stands for Swatch Mercedes Art)? Don’t get me wrong; there was always going to be a market for a car designed to park ‘nose-in’ in busy European streets, but its seemed like Mercedes was stretching itself too thin at a time when it was suffering a big loss in the reputation it had for building high-quality machinery.