THE BMW 1-SERIES IS OFFICIAL

The leak-riddled embargo on BMW new entry-level 1-Series coupe finally lifts today. By now, you've already seen many of the photos, a video or two, and read the official press releases. To recap the basics, here's what's in store for the US model:

* On sale Spring 2008
* USA gets 2 cars: 128i and 135i
* 128i: 3.0L I6 w/ 230 hp and 200lb-ft
* 135i: 3.0L twin-turbo I6 w/ 300 hp and 300 lb-ft
* 135i mfr.performance stats: 0-62 in 5.3 sec, 155 mph top speed




And while no official prices have been released, we're confident that this baby BMW will have a price point that'll make the 1-Series the Scion of luxury cars.