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  • Vorsteiner Shows Its Version Of BMW Gran Coupe M6

    Vorsteiner-BMW-Gran-Coupe-M6-THUMBVorsteiner BMW Gran Coupe M6 is the last refined vehicle of the specialists at the tuning brand. They have made for it an exceptional photoshoot and through it we see how this M6 turns out to be more attractive than before. Of course, the transformations in this BMW are only regarding the exterior.

    All of the new elements were made of carbon fiber. In fact this is Vorsteiner‘s Autoclaved Pre-Preg Carbon Fiber which gives the parts superior stiffness, aerospace strength and durability compared to traditional hand laid carbon fiber composites. In addition, the carbon element gives the car more aggressive and sportier appearance.

    To be more precise, the tuners at Vorsteiner have added exactly the following elements: aero front spoiler, rear diffuser, aero side blades and rear deck lid spoiler. All of the parts are available with 1×1 carbon fiber pre-preg with 4 Stage UV inhibiting clear lacquer coating.

    There is also the option of the unique wheels in sizes ranging from 19” to 22” as well as a new exhaust system which will give more power to the sound of BMW’s masterful V8 engine.

    Source: Vorsteiner

  • 2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe US – Price $76 895

    BMW has released the price list of the new four-door coupe at a press conference during the New York International Auto Show.

    The 2013 640i Gran Coupe comes with revised 3.0 liter TwinPower Turbo six-cylinder petrol engine. It delivers 315HP (232 kW) at 6000RPM and 448Nm (331 lb-ft) at just 1300RPM. The engine is mated to an 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox.

    The 640i Gran Coupe goes on sale in late June with an M.S.R.P. of $76 895. 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.

    The 650i will be $87 395 and and the 650i xDrive – $90 395 – all prices include the $895 Handling and Destination charge.

    The new 6-Series Gran Coupe boasts 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.

    2013 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe
    2013 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe

    Source: BMW

  • BMW X1 US and M6 Convertible US

    BMW US will introduce the M6 Convertible and X1 SAV at the 2012 New York International Auto Show on Wednesday, April 4th. Both cars will be showcased at the BMW Stand from 10:15 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center (655 West 34th Street at 11th Avenue) in Manhattan.

    The third generation of M6 is powered by the newly developed M TwinPower Turbo 4.4 liter V8 mated to a 7-speed M-DCT transmission. The power is 560PS (412 kW) and 680Nm (502 lb-ft) at just 1500RPM.  0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

    Other premiere is the X1 SAV, which has already enjoying the EU success. The engine line-up includes a TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder petrol in xDrive28i model with 245PS. The 2012 X1 features distinctive headlights and L-shaped taillights, It will be available in showrooms, this summer.

    BMW will also exhibit M6 Coupe and X6 M, which will debut at the New York show. They will be also joined by the 6 Series Gran Coupe alongside the two famous concepts – i3 and i8.

    BMW will also bring the M6 Coupe and X6 M for their North American debuts at the New York show and they will be joined by the 6 Series Gran Coupe (US show debut) and the i3 and i8 concepts.

    The Gran Coupe has stunning proportions, design and driving dynamics of the 6 Series Coupe with interior room and amenities for up to 5 passengers. Its 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.

    No word about pricing though.

    2013 BMW M6 Convertible
    2013 BMW M6 Convertible

    Source: BMW

  • 2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe Pricing – $76 895

    2013 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe thumbBMW of North America has just announced the price tag for their all-new 2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe. It starts from $76 895 which includes as well the destination charge. The TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder powered 640i Gran Coupe is the initial model of the range and will be at dealerships across the U.S, in the early summer of this year. Later in the summer will be also launched the TwinPower Turbo V-8 powered 2013 BMW 650i Gran Coupe and the 2013 BMW 650i xDrive Gran Coupe.

    The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe comes with 4+1 seats, thus making it with a 113-millimetre longer wheelbase than the BMW 6 Series Coupe. Additionally, a through-loading facility and folding rear seat backrests give a further improvement to practicality and increase boot capacity from 460 litres to 1,265 litres. Moreover the BMW TwinPower Turbo engines are making the car more sporty and efficient. The six-cylinder in-line petrol engine in the BMW 640i Gran Coupe develops 235 kW/320 hp. It comes with harmonious proportions, precise lines and sleekly contoured surfaces – this is the ultimate luxury drive. The all-new BMW 6 Series Gran coupe will make its first appearance at this year’s Geneva International Auto Show in March. In April it will be presented at North American New York International Auto Show.

    2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe
    2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe

    Source: BMW