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      07-09-2012, 11:33 PM   #17
Spartan77
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Considering the M6 convertible

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Originally Posted by 宝马.e90
It's not BMW using turbo's that's seems to be bringing the brand down, it's all the other parts of the car. Just speaking from a performance standpoint, you can achieve just about anything you can in a NA engine with a turbo with the added efficiency but with that, whether it's intentional or because of safety regulations, BMW seems to think they could add more weight.

I don't have a problem with the technology BMW is using in their cars. But I think they should consider what to put and in which models. Save the luxury/comfort-related things in the base-series and make the M models more reflective of their racing heritage. No more added computers to change the dampers, leave that for the base-series models and have M models use one suspension setup.

It's disappointing to see BMW lose their way. It's different if the competition caught up and/or surpasses BMW. But to see BMW actually stumble and can't keep up with their own standards and allowing the competition to pass them that way is almost sad.
Considering the M6 convertible/coupes actual competition is now the Bentley GT V8 convertible and coupe, CL63 and SL63 it's weight is not bad at all. With the exception of the newly designed SL the M6s are lighter than the others. When compared to the Jags and Astons it's heavier yet *performs better and comes with more bells and whistle than are even offered on the two respective brands.

I really don't think BMW has "lost their way" or "are on the wrong path". I think BMW has decided to move into a market that they previously ignored. This fact seems to be hard to swallow or understand for some people. They offer quite a few sedans and coupes in the Z, 1, 3 and upcoming 4 range that meet or exceed sportscar "performance". Seriously, look at the Audi R8 v8 vs the e92 BMW M3 if you don't know what I mean. The M6 is not a track car but if you put it on a track against its competitors I bet you it'll do very well.
I have had my eyes set on this car for a month. I currently have the 2011 550i. I truly enjoy the smooth ride that the car provides. I haven't driven the M6 yet, however, if the car has 550hp and is still smooth and is a convertible, I think I will be very happy. What do you guys think? The only thing that has held me back is the price! List is 125 fully loaded, that's a lot! 25K more and I could have a fucking Bentley!
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