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Originally Posted by Bönz
There are already numerous threads on this topic - trust me, don't reopen this can of worms (or should I say, can of Joe). But the dealer is correct. The motor that operates the camera roundel occupies the same space as the trunk lid pull-down mechanism (on other vehicles). And you cannot have the power close without the power pull-down.
Of course they could have engineered something different, but that's not how it works in the automotive industry. Not enough sales on the 6 to amortize the cost of a unique system. As it is there are plenty of 6 series specific components for which we pay. They had to draw the line somewhere. I am sure there are technical and packaging requirements that also contributed to the decision.
While it's never really bothered me, I kind of am looking forward to this feature on my M5. It also has the hands free closing.
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Too late Bonz, I already saw the thread. Let's keep in mind BMW engineered this unique motorized rear camera for JUST the 6 series. No other model has this gimmick. IMO it is not worth the tradeoff of not having a power trunk - not by a long shot. I don't see any real advantage of the motorized camera - every other car on the planet gets by with a stationary camera. Over engineering at it's finest.