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Prior Design BMW M6 GranCoupe – 659HP and 820Nm

Prior Design has unveiled their latest project based on the powerful and stylish BMW M6 GranCoupe. The name of the project is PD6XX and as you may suggest, it is the amount of power delivered by the engine.

The exterior boasts a new front bumper, a ventilated front hood and a pair of extended side skirts. There are also wider fenders (front and rear) as well as a ventilated rear bumper, a new rear spoiler and a high gloss black rear diffuser. Other highlights include a set of 10.5J x 20” front and 12.5J x 20” ADV1 alloy wheels fitted with ultra-low profile Dunlop Sport Maxx tires.

The interior comes with a complete new upholstery including Alcantara and Nappa. Fine stitching and great details turn the vehicle interior into a real wellness oasis.

The performance upgrade includes a complete sports exhaust system and an ECU re-map. The result is additional 99HP and 140Nm. The 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8 now produces 656HP (484 kW) and 820Nm (604 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.0 seconds and a top speed of over 322 km/h (200 mph).

Last, but not least the ride height is lowered thanks to a new H&R suspension.

Source: Prior Design

May 19, 2014

2014 BMW M6 GranCoupe F06 Individual

BMW is going to offer an Individual program for the M6 GranCoupe F06. The one-off model comes with some impressive styling upgrades for the exterior and the interior.

Outside, the Individual M6 GranCoupe boasts a Frozen Red paint scheme with dark chrome accents and gold-painted brake calipers which reside behind attractive alloy wheels fitted with performance tires.

The interior features Opal White Merino leather seats with black leather-wrapped dashboard and Sakhir Orange stitching. The model has also been equipped with piano black trim, Frozen Red accents and embossed headrests. Last but not least, there are the special floor mats and BMW Individual sill plates.

BMW M6 GranCoupe F06 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

April 25, 2014

BMW 2-Series Convertible and GranCoupe [renders]

After the recent revealing of the all-new BMW 2-Series Coupe, Theophiluschin has published several render pictures of the Convertible and GranCoupe versions. Both models will probably hit the market sometime in the end of next year.

BMW 2-Series Convertible is a perfect choice for people, who don’t like big cars. All models in the range have grown bigger, so the 4-Series Convertible is a pretty big car. Of course, women drivers will be attracted to 2-Series Convertible a lot.

BMW 2-Series GranCoupe is expected to be a bit longer than the 2-Series Coupe. It will provide more legroom for passengers at the rear.

The engine range will be exactly the same as this one in the Coupe model: 220d, 230d, 220i, 228i and M235i.

October 28, 2013

3D Design BMW M6 GranCoupe

3D Design has announced their latest project based on the all-new BMW M6 GranCoupe. The 4-door coupe comes with a lot of styling upgrades, but there is no words about performance modifications.

The exterior boasts an aggressive carbon fiber body kit including a new front lip spoiler, a pair of revised side skirts, a gate-mounted spoiler and a stylish rear diffuser. Of course, all components are made from the high-quality and ultra-lightweight material. Other styling highlights include unique alloy wheels and 3D Design graphics.

The interior boasts a set of alloy pedals and special branded floor mats.

BMW M6 GranCoupe is powered by the well-known 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8 with 560HP (412 kW) and 680Nm (502 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

Source: 3D Design

September 30, 2013

Kelleners Sport BMW 6-Series GranCoupe

Kelleners Sport has announced their latest project based on BMW 6-Series GranCoupe. The 4-door Coupe comes with attractive styling including complete aerodynamics package.

The exterior looks bold and aggressive and features new front and rear bumpers, a new ventilated front hood, a pair of revised side skirts and a set of alloy wheels. Other upgrades include front fender vent surrounds, trunk-mounted spoiler and a new sports exhaust system.

Nothing is mentioned about performance modifications, but there will be some ECU upgrades for the 640d powered by 3.0 liter twin-turbocharged diesel with 313HP and 630Nm; the 640i with 3.0 liter twin-turbo petrol delivering 320HP and 450Nm; and the powerful 650i with 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8 with 450HP and 650Nm of torque.

Source: Kelleners Sport

July 22, 2013

BMW F06 ///M6 GranCoupe Launch Edition

BMW has announced a limited edition M6 GranCoupe in Canada. A select group of customers recently travelled to the BMW Welt International Delivery Centre to take delivery of their all-new 2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupé Individual Launch Edition vehicles.

The exterior boasts exclusive Pure Metal Silver paintwork, while the exterior gets two-tone leather upholstery with Merino Silverstone seat centres. Other highlights include Piano Black trim and a Bang & Olufsen premium audio system.

After receiving their vehicles at the BMW Welt, the new M6 Gran Coupé owners are set to embark on a four day scenic drive event through Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Italy. This first-class drive adventure will take place over 1100km of breathtaking terrain perfectly suited to demonstrate the luxury and performance of the newest member of the BMW M family. Each participant on this exclusive experience will also have the opportunity to be a part of a VIP experience at the 24h race and M festival at Nürburgring from May 17-21. The trip includes first class accommodations, a drive from Munich to Nürburgring, participation in the M festival, a helicopter ride over the 24h race track during the race as well as a chance to visit the BMW test centre and meet the BMW racing team.

Source: BMW

May 17, 2013

Hartge BMW 6-Series GranCoupe

Hartge has announced their tuning program for BMW 6-Series GranCoupe 640i and 640d models.

The 640i is powered by a 3.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 320HP (235 kW) and 450Nm (332 lb-ft). Hartge’s variant develops 367HP (270 kW) at 5,900RPM and 520Nm (383 lb-ft) of torque at 2,950RPM.

The 640d also has a 3.0 liter straight-six engine with 313HP (230 kW) and 630Nm (465 lb-ft). After tuning, it has 362HP (266 kW) at 4,400RPM and 730Nm (538 lb-ft) of torque at just 1,800RPM.

The additional power is thanks to increasing the airflow by using an in-house stainless steel exhaust system with Hartge‘s stainless steel middle and rear silencers with dual 80mm round tailpipes and ECU re-map.

The styling mods include lowering sport springs by 25mm front and 20mm rear for the 640i and for 640d -30mm and -25mm. Hartge emblems on the hood and boot lid and a set of Hartge wheels. The interior boasts bespoke floor mats, aluminum emblem on the steering wheel and aluminum pedals.

Source: Hartge

February 7, 2013

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