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New Individualized Java Green BMW M6 Gran Coupe in Abu Dhabi

The glamorous BMW M6 Gran Coupe has received a number of improvements, including an exceptional exterior repainting.

Previously, the car has been seen in a darker nuance of the green color while now there has emerged another personalized model at BMW Abu Dhabi featuring Java Green shade. It cannot stay unnoticed because this color is part of one of those selection of colors which can be provided only through BMW’s Individual catalogue.

Significant changes are found in the engine as well for the twin-turbo V8 4.4-liter is modified from 522 bhp (412 kW) to an impressive 754 bhp (562 kW). A huge difference as you can see. The bodylook of the BMW M6 has gone through some alterations as well. Those changes include a Manhard carbon fiber hood and a Kelleners carbon fiber front splitter which enhance the extravagant appearance of the vehicle. In Europe the usual price is that of 5,000 euros.

Some other exterior colors for the BMW M series include: White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Mineral Gray Metallic, Silverstone Metallic, Mineral, Alpine and Sakhir Orange.

In addition to this, on the outside theis custom-made car is equipped with some more upgraded extras like titanium exhaust system that has carbon fiber tips from Akrapovic, rear diffuser and mirrors, as well as M Performance trunk spoiler. The interior of the Java Green BMW comes with an Alcantara steering wheel and M-branded metal pedal set.

This personalized BMW M6 is all painted in green uniqueness, making the car one of a kind. Maybe the “M” in the brand-name really indicates “More”!

October 17, 2014

Prior Design PD6XX based on BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe

Prior Design has published more nice pictures of their latest project based on BMW Gran Coupe (F06). The luxurious four-door coupe has received a full wide-body aerodynamics package – PD6XX as well as unique interior.

The complete PD6XX Widebody Aerodynamic-Kit includes:

PD6XX WB Front Bumper

PD6XX WB Rear Bumper

PD6XX WB Side Skirts

PD6XX WB Front Fenders

PD6XX WB Rear Widenings

PD6XX WB Rear Trunk Spoiler

PD6XX WB Bonnet/Engine Cover

Prior Design also offers rear muffler for 50i models powered by a 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8. The system is made from 1,4828 stainless steel and has two exhaust valves. The endpipes are made from ceramic coated aluminum. There is also a programmable valve controller with three positions: Cruise mode, Sports mode and Open mode. The system has a EG certificate and meets all regulations for using on public roads.

There is also a set of 20” Aristo forged wheels – 9J x 20” ET40 at the front and 10.5J x 20” ET40. The stance is improved by a new suspension from H&R.

Prices are available upon request.

Source: Prior-Design

August 27, 2014

Mulgari BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe SV 640d

Mulgari has presented their latest tuning project based on the super-stylish BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe F06. The tuning specialists used the 640d model powered by a 3.0 liter twin-turbocharged diesel engine. Mulgari is offering both: styling and performance modifications for the Gran Coupe.

Firstly, the engine has received an ECU re-map boosting it to 368HP (271 kW) and 751Nm (556 lb-ft) of torque – an increase of 55HP and 121Nm. 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

The exterior comes with a set of enormous Vossen 22” as well as H&R suspension set-up, custom headlights, a carbon fiber splitter and lower bumper extension. The unique look continues to the sides – carbon fiber side skirts and black window trims and side markers.

There is also a new carbon fibre rear diffuser housing the satin black Mulgari sport exhaust system. The overall look is finished by a carbon spoiler on the rear hood. Of course, Mulgari badges are been attached to differentiate the Gran Coupe SV from the normal one.

Source: Mulgari

August 18, 2014

BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe Individual

BMW Individual has unveiled their program for the new 6-Series Gran Coupe F06 including the top-of-range M6 model. The German manufacturer is going to offer the model in a limited series of just 110 units.

All Individual Gran Coupes will be finished in a BMW Individual Sophisto Grey metallic body paint. The interior comes with a full Bang & Olufsen sound system with 16 speakers featuring an elegant black trim. There is also a full Merino leather upholstery with an Opal White finish as well as an anthracite Alcantara roof and piano black finish for the trim elements.

Both – the 6-Series Gran Coupe and M6 Gran Coupe will also get a BMW Individual cup holder with a black piano finish and Bang & Olufsen stamp. All customers, who order 6-Series Gran Coupe individual will get a gift – BeoPlay H6 headphones (priced around €400).

No words about pricing, yet.

As a reminder, the top-of-range BMW M6 Gran Coupe is powered by a 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8 (S63B44TU) – 560HP (412 kW) at 6,600RPM and 680Nm (502 lb-ft) of torque available at just 1,500RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds , 0-200 km/h in 12.0 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited or 300 km/h (186 mph) with ///M Drivers package. The engine is connected to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox sending the power to the rear wheels. ¼ mile in 11.7 to 11.9 seconds.

Source: BMW

June 3, 2014

BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe Individual Frozen Cashmere Silver

BMW has unveiled a 435i Gran Coupe Individual Frozen Grey in Bilbao, Spain. The color emphasize on the sporty and elegant lines of the stylish vehicle.

The 4-Series Gran Coupe is available in four trim levels – Luxury, Modern, Sport and M-Sport. In addition to many familiar colors, such as Glacier Silver, Alpine White or Black Sapphire, there is also a new color brown Jatoba.

Only with the ///M Sport Package, the Estoril Blue and Carbon Black are available to customers. The Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Glacier Silver and Mineral Grey are other options. For models without ///M Sport Package, the manufacturer offers Black, Kalahari Beige, Midnight Blue, Sparkling Brown, Melbourne Red, Imperial Blue, Mineral White and Jatoba.

The individual program offers Citrine, Pyrite Brown, Tanzanite, Brilliant White, Moonstone and Frozen Cashmere Silver. The individual 435i Gran Coupe Frozen Gray looks very impressive. It is powered by a 3.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 300HP (224 kW) and 406Nm (300 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seocnds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The model is priced from $46,925, but there is a cheaper version – 428i with 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 245HP (180 kW) and 350Nm (259 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

Source: BMWBlog

May 23, 2014

2015 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe Individual

BMW has announced details about their Individual program for the recently unveiled 4-Series Gran Coupe.

The exterior boasts Moonstone Metallic paint, a set of new 19” light alloy wheels with an attractive V-spoke design fitted with low-profile tires. The interior comes with a leather-wrapped dashboard and Ash Grain White wood trim. There are also Merino leather seats with contrast stitching.

The engine range includes a 420i, a 428i and 435i as well as 418d and 420d. There is also an xDrive variant for 428i. The power output varies from 143HP to 184HP for the diesels and from 184HP to 306HP for the petrol models.

Source: BMWBlog

February 12, 2014

2015 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe – Officially Unveiled

BMW has continued to surprise their fans and customers. Whether the surprise is good or bad, only the time will show. The German manufacturer has presented the all-new 4-Series Gran Coupe, which will make its official debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, next month.

The model is very interesting, because it shares the length, width and wheelbase ith the 4-Series Coupe, but has a longer and higher roof. It has a hatchback configuration providing easier access to luggage compartment, which by the way is 35 liters more than the Coupe or totally 480 liters and 1,300 liters with rear seats folded down.

The engine line-up is the same like 3-Series Sedan and 4-Series Coupe – a 420i, a 428i and 435i as well as 418d and 420d. There is also an xDrive variant for 428i.

The inline six-cylinder 3.0 liter turbocharged petrol has 300HP (221 kW) at 5,800RPM and 405Nm (300 lb-ft) at just 1,300RPM. 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. It is able to return 22 mpg US in city / 32 mpg US on the highway and a combined cycle of 25 mpg US.

The 2015 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe will hit the US market this summer with pricing – $41,225 for the 428i and $46,725 for the 435i. Both are mated to an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission and the 428i can be paired with xDrive AWD system for additional $1,000.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8vX_vJBAlo

Source: BMW

February 3, 2014

BMW ///M6 Gran Coupe MotoGP Safety Car

BMW has revealed the the M6 Gran Coupe MotoGP Safety Car. The manufacturer has been involved in MotoGP since 1999 and provides the official Safety Cars. The vehicle will make its official appearance this weekend during the Grand Prix of Qatar.

The high-performance BMW M6 Gran Coupe is a premium product, which combines outstanding performance with captivating aesthetics and luxurious elegance. The latest top model to emerge from BMW M GmbH is powered by a high-rev V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology. The maximum output is 560HP (412 kW) and 680Nm (502 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) or 305 km/h (189 mph), when fitted with the optional M Driver’s Package. The engine is coupled with a 7-speed M double-clutch gearbox.

In total, the fleet of official MotoGP cars for the 2013 season comprises five BMW M and M Performance models. As well as the BMW M6 Gran Coupe, the BMW M6 Coupe and the BMW M5 will also be in action as Safety Cars. The Safety Officer will take to the track in a BMW M3 Coupe, while two BMW M550d xDrive Tourings will be used as medical cars. BMW Motorrad will also provide two new BMW HP4s as Safety Bikes.

Source: BMW

April 5, 2013

AC Schnitzer BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe

AC Schnitzer has announced their tuning version of BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe. The car will be presented at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show in March. The stylish four-door coupe comes with both – styling and performance modifications.

The exterior boasts complete aerodynamics upgrades by AC Schnitzer including a new carbon front spoiler and a carbon rear diffuser for M-technik models and the normal versions will get a front spoiler with optional chrome line set and a rear skirt extension. The are also chromed front grilles and bonnet vents.

AC Schnitzer 6-Series Gran Coupe rolls enormous wheels in various types – Type IV BiColor, Type IV silver,

Type VIII BiColor, black and silver in dimensions – 19” or 20”. Lightweight forged alloys and

forged racing rims Type VIII BiColor are available in sizes 9.0J x 21″ and 10.0J x 21″ with 255/30 R21 tyres on the front and 295/25 R 21 tyres on the rear.

The interior features “Black Line“ aluminium cover for the i-Drive system controller, aluminium footrests and pedals, and velours floor mats.

The 640d model is boosted from 313HP to 360HP and the 640i from 320HP to 360HP. The AC Schnitzer twin sports rear silencer with chromed “Sports Trim“ tailpipes (right/left), also available in export version, provides the matching sound track.

Source: AC Schnitzer

February 28, 2013

HAMANN BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe F06 ///M Package

Hamann-Motorsport has presented further individualisation programme for the BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe F06 ///M Package. The exclusive parts are available only for this model.

The aerodynamics components are created to fit perfectly to the original M aerodynamic kit. At the front, a new competition spoiler is added, which brings not only better styling, but additional down-force. At the rear, we can see an insert for the bumper offering space for quad-exhaust system.

All other upgrades, which were introduced in 2012, such as front bumper, rear spoiler, tailgate cover and side skirts, of course remain in the programme and are also available for the 6-series Gran Coupes with M aerodynamic package.

Hamann-Motorsport has presented further individualisation programme for the BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe F06 ///M Package. The exclusive parts are available only for this model.

The aerodynamics components are created to fit perfectly to the original M aerodynamic kit. At the front, a new competition spoiler is added, which brings not only better styling, but additional down-force. At the rear, we can see an insert for the bumper offering space for quad-exhaust system.

All other upgrades, which were introduced in 2012, such as front bumper, rear spoiler, tailgate cover and side skirts, of course remain in the programme and are also available for the 6-series Gran Coupes with M aerodynamic kit.

Source: Hamann

January 28, 2013

AC Schnitzer BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe – Tuning to Perfection

AC Schnitzer has announced their tuning program for one of the latest BMW models – the four-door coupe 6-Series Gran Coupe. The big car comes with both styling and performance packages.

The exterior modifications include entire aerodynamics AC Schnitzer package – a new front spoiler, a rear bumper insert and additional chrome trim. There is also a complete high performance brake system behind enormous 19” to 21” Schnitzer wheels. The tuning specialists also fitted the Gran Coupe with a sports exhaust system.

Lightweight forged alloys and forged racing rims Type VIII BiColor are available in sizes 9J x 21″ and 10J x 21″ with 255/30 R 21 tyres on the front and 295/25 R 21 tyres on the rear.

The interior boasts a new sport steering wheel, aluminum pedals, an aluminum iDrive knob and velour floor mats with Schnitzer logo.

There are performance packages for the 640i and the 640d models.

The mighty petrol is boosted to 360HP (264 kW) from 320HP (235 kW) and the diesel now develops the same amount of power like the petrol engine – 360HP (264 kW), instead of 313HP. This is an increase of 47HP (35 kW) over the factory power.

Perfectionism is defined as striving for perfection. This is the goal of the experts at AC Schnitzer, and the 6-series Gran Coupé demonstrates that even good things can actually be improved further.

Source: AC Schnitzer

July 11, 2012

BMW 640d Gran Coupe F06 M Sportpackage [HD video]

There is no doubt that BMW 640d Gran Coupe F06 M Sportpackage is one of the best looking new cars in the world. It is simply stunning as you can see in the video below.

It is powered by the famous BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder diesel engine with 313HP (230 kW) at 4400RPM and 630Nm of torque at just 1500RPM. 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Simply great performance for a car weighing 1865 kg.

Furthermore it is superbly efficient – 6.8 litres / 100 km in city, 4.8 liters / 100 km on the highway and a combined cycle of just 5.5 litres per 100 km.

The F06 M Sports comes with complete aerodynamics package as well as some other upgrades like lowered suspension and nice interior trim.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9p5NPLfE8H8

Source: Bimmertoday via Youtube

June 1, 2012

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