Dec 10th, 2011
Today BMW officially takes the wraps off the latest coupe to get an extra pair of doors, the 6 Series Gran Coupe. Sometimes being late to the party is not a bad thing. In this case BMW took their time and designed a stunningly handsome car. It has a road presence and elegance that this class of automobile deserves. It is full of technology and luxury- with a full options list and BMW INDIVIDUAL from the start of production. From the following press release it seems that BMW went all out in the engine and chassis departments to produce something worthy of the Roundel.
Having seen prototypes running around Munich I can say that while it is a long car it is low slung and the lines and style make it much sportier than the 7, especially in M Sport guise. I would dare to say it sits lower than even the 3 series and 5 series models; it is that low. BMW M has already begin their tuning of this car, which will be the flagship of the BMW line and it is said they had their hand in some of the work that went into the base model as well (note the new V8). We expect to see the M version in 2013.
Pricing and exact release details will be announced closer to launch but three models will be available by fall 2012 as a 2013 models; first the 640i available early summer, followed by the 650i and last to market will be the 650i xDrive.
Official US Press Release
The All-New 2013 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe.
A new 4-door, 4+1 seat addition to the 6 Series line that successfully combines the stunning proportions, design and driving dynamics of the 6 Series Coupe with interior room and amenities for up to five passengers. Harmonious proportions, precise lines and sleekly contoured surfaces give the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe the unique ability to satisfy the driver who wants a luxurious and sporty coupe yet needs a car capable of carrying four adults in comfort and luxury. The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe will be offered as three distinct models in the USA. The TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder powered 2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe is the initial model and arrives early this summer. Later in the summer, the TwinPower Turbo V-8 powered 2013 BMW 650i Gran Coupe and the all-wheel drive 2013 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe will join the range.
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Dec 10th, 2011
We don’t often regurgitate American car magazine news but this one is hard to not mention. Car and Drive has named the E9X 3 Series to its annual top 10 list. But that’s not why it’s noteworthy. It’s because this is the 21st straight year that has happened.
Official Release: The BMW 3 Series has been named to the Car and Driver 10Best Cars list for 2012, marking the 21st consecutive 10Best win for the BMW 3 Series. It is the only car to achieve such an unbroken string of wins. continued →
Dec 8th, 2011
BMW once again has two engines in Ward’s Top Ten. This time it’s the venerable N55 and the newly released four cylinder N20. Here’s a quote from Ward’s
BMW returns to the list for a second time with the N55 3.0L turbocharged 6-cyl. engine in the 335i coupe, an engine that perfectly illustrates the superior balance and refinement of inline engines and the Bavarian auto maker’s mastery of the architecture’s execution. continued →
Dec 8th, 2011
Official Release: Power, motion, and light inspired American artist Jeff Koons as he worked on the legendary BMW M3 GT2. Bearing his unmistakable style, the entire body of the artwork is adorned with vivid, streamlined colors against a black background, giving the viewer an impression of motion and speed from every angle. But the BMW M3 GT2 Art Car Jeff Koons doesn’t just dazzle on the racetrack, it also exudes dynamism at a scale of 1:18 in its limited-edition miniature version. The metal model is a full-detail reproduction of the original vehicle, for which the artist intentionally selected a contrasting silver interior. The removable hood allows you to see the engine inside, the trunk can also be opened, and the air ducts are easily visible. The cockpit and the lettering on the wheels look just like those of its big brother, and the steerable front axle and plastic sports seatbelts will delight fans of exclusive automobiles. A clear varnish protects the special, brilliantly colored transfers and will keep this designer piece shining for years to come. The edition is limited to 5,000 miniatures, each of which is supplied in its own display case, appealing to automotive enthusiasts and art lovers alike. continued →
Dec 8th, 2011
What happens with EVO gets their hands on a F10 M5, Porsche Panamera S, Mercedes E63 AMG and a Jaguar XRF? First a full on comparison test – coming in the next edition of EVO. Then the inevitable; a 0-1000 meter drag-race.
While we are always expounding the virtues of how each M car does in the corners, there’s something primal and just plain awesome in seeing one go down the quarter mile. And here we have the ultimate test of group drag-race of fast Q-cars. See how it goes down after the break. continued →
Dec 7th, 2011
With all the changes being made to how the new 3er is being packaged and sold we thought it would be in our reader’s best interest if we posted the ordering guide. As you look it over you will notice that there are may be concerns for some potential customers. Wanting sports seats in anything other than a Sport Line? Your’re out of luck. The other thing is that unlike the rest of BMW’s markets the US does not offer everything a la carte so you are forced into packages or a “line” at this point.
M Sport is not being communicated yet from a packaging or price standpoint BUT one thing is for sure, (as we’ve reported before) is that amazing alcantara and cloth interior is not coming stateside due to BMWNA’s fear of cloth looking “cheap”. M Sport will hit the US in July.
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Dec 7th, 2011
The BMW Group continued on its successful course in November – sales climbed to 138,978 vehicles, an increase of 7.7% over the previous year (prev. yr. 129,001). Global sales of BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce brand automobiles rose to 1,510,862 (prev. yr. 1,319,808) units in the first eleven months of the year, 14.5% more than in the same period last year and a new record for the company. continued →
Dec 6th, 2011
The following is how BMW came to launching three optional design themes, or “worlds” and how they differ from each other. M Sport will launch later in July of 2012, adding a fourth “line”. In person it is easy to see the differences when the cars are side by side. The interiors are where things really become individualized. For example, the Modern Line offers a 3D poplar wood that is sustainably harvested and finished with a textured surface – something that hasn’t been done in a car of this class before.
The lines allow BMW to customize and offer trims that only Individual could have done in the past, purchasing power allows these to be a fraction of the cost Individual would be.
So let’s take a closer look at each line and the ideas behind them.
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