This is so unlike BMW to sneak up on the market unannounced and drop a first in innovation motoring like they did with the 3rd Generation 6-series convertible. This convertible version is the first in the 3rd generation models as opposed to conventionally starting with the coupe’ first and then cutting the roof to bring out the convertible version. In this case the coupe’ and the convertible are two different cars completely, so we will only see the coupe’ in a couple of months after the launch of the convertible.
The shape of the convertible is slick, longer, lower and an elongated hood demonstrating the six cylinder engine feature common with all BMW’s higher entry models. The front confirms the attempt for BMW to fall back to their original top selling shark look as we know it. This is characterized by a vertical nose, in the 6 spiced with corona rings LED white lights finished with an eyebrow.
The side of the vehicle is linear to the 7-series with long sport gills accentuating the fact that the designers were sticking to the original BMW format of making elegantly sporty vehicles while keeping the distinct and classy 6- series status. The roof comes down in 16 seconds and closes in 21, which can be done at about 60Km/h.
The interior was also focused upon by the harmony created from the two tone color leather also available in a single solid finish making sure that the time spent in the 6-series convertible is an unrivaled experience. The driver controls have been angled by 7° in favor of the driver almost going back to the original BMW design especially in the 3-serieses. The iDrive navigation is a first of its kind with a 10.2” wide floating screen connected to front and rear cameras to detect any hidden hazards, like a shark scouting for prey.
Under this extra long hood the 6-series packs the all time tried and true twin turbo reverse flow V8 4.4 liter, 400Hp and 450 pounds torque as it were on the 750 and the 550. The new V8 engine can either be linked to either a traditional six-speed manual gearbox or if you’re really into the car, you can opt for BMW’s new eight-speed Sport Automatic transmission. The car will spring from 0-100 in only 4.9 seconds flat and break at a governed 250Km/h. 
The model is now available in South Africa from selected BMW dealers as from March, with an estimate price tag of R 950 000.00
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2012 BMW 650i Convertible
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