The first 6 series cabrio spy shots! - The Unofficial BMW M5 Messageboard (m5board.com)

enots · 29th October 2002, 11:36

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We've seen many pictures of BMW’s future 6-Series coupe, but this is apparently the first time BMW’s convertible has been caught in public.

The 6-Series, a sophisticated mix of 5- and 7-Series components into a proper four-seater, will be officially introduced in Coupe styling at the 2003 Geneva Motor Show. The Cabrio, shown here, will debut a year later, also in Geneva.

Codenamed E64, the all-new 6-Series convertible will likely be powered by a series of V-8s including a 272-hp 3.5-liter engine, with other options including a 333-hp 4.4-liter V-8, and a 231-hp 3.0-liter six to follow. We also expect the convertible to be equipped with a traditional canvas top – power operated, of course. An updated and improved iDrive system, passive and active safety features borrowed from the 3-Series convertible and more passenger room than the Audi A4 Cabriolet and Mercedes CLK convertible round out the highlights.

Pricing for the BMW 6-Series convertible is expected to start around $47,000 when they arrive for the 2005 model year.

-Greg

Danish · 29th October 2002, 12:37

Is it just me or does it look like a Pontiac?

Verne · 29th October 2002, 13:14

Hmmm, front looks like a Z4. Rear looks like the Lexus SC430, or just another bangle-ised butt.

Oh wellz. It might look better once the covers are off.

Just my 2 cents.

Terk · 29th October 2002, 13:17

B8 Guru - I agree with you. My first impressions screamed Pontiac rather than BMW. At a glance the front looks a lot like the '04 Pontiac GTO without a roof and get a hold of that hind end...not sure about that.

T.

TriflowM5+M3 · 29th October 2002, 13:35

When did Bob Lutz start designing BMW? I totally agree about the Pontiac-style front. Front is not pretty, nor is the rear....about the only thing i like is the rims.

Artur Costa · 29th October 2002, 14:14

Ugly car. Front is no that bad but rear....

Lets hope with cover out that it looks better.

MEnthusiast · 29th October 2002, 14:22

of course you like the rims- they are off the Z8

IMHO the 6 is shaping up to be the ugliest of all the cars. they said they needed the Bangle Butt for aerodynamic reasons on the 7- but its clear they are trying to use it to make a styling statement. Its a bad statement that says to me "
go elsewhere automotive enthusiast"

Danish · 29th October 2002, 14:25

Porsche here I come...

kevin034 · 29th October 2002, 14:47

Why oh why does the front look so much like a FREAKING PONTIAC!??!?!!??!

lebouf · 29th October 2002, 17:35

I try to think positive but this simply does not look good....

MEnthusiast · 29th October 2002, 18:45

I am sure they will make the production front end look less Pontiac like- but it is getting too close for my comfort...

Terk · 29th October 2002, 19:40

They may be able to fix the front but the coffin butt needs to go. I would guess that if they could integrate some ivory keys, a music stand and a Candelabra, Steinway & Sons would peg that as a design for their next model range of pianos.

T.

pdiack · 29th October 2002, 20:24

Is it me or is this forum turning out to be the "Hey, Ive got bad news for BMW M Enthusiasts!! forum. So far, this seems to be the consensus :

1. The new five's design (interior and exterior) is mediocre at best.
2. The new six is apparently a GM design.
3. The newurrent Seven sells poorly and can be had cheap from a dealer.
4. BMW M is joining MB-AMG and the entire lineup will be SMG.

Really, the only good news is the new M5 engine - 550HP V-10 is awesome - too bad it won't get here for at least 2 years.

Honestly, does anyone see BMW having a competitive edge anywhere? I'm at a loss, MB beats us in HP and design.

Philip