Just a minor refresh is expected for the 2011 BMW 3 Series coupe, seen on this prototype caught running the German streets by Brenda Priddy's spy photographer network.

Fake body panels painted to match the car are covering large portions of the lower fascia; expect new styling in that area, Priddy says. She adds that minor revisions are also expected for the interior. The new 3 series coupe should go on sale in the second half of 2010.

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