DASH Design

CWK · 03-13-2012, 07:36 PM

Has everyone lost thier marbles?? this move from a beautiful flowing and wholly integrated dash to one that has a TV sitting in the middle of the dash is ridiculous. I took a 6 for a test drive. When I got in the car I told the sales rep he could "drop the screen." Thats when I was first told that the stupid screen sitting like a wart on the dash and in plain view would not retract.

What a great car. But what a stupid idea not to have that silly screen retract. Now they are doing the same thing to the X5 and others in their line up. Its gross. I thought the new ML's interior sucked because of all the brightwork. But at least they dont put a big lump of coal in the middle of the dash that i have to stare at.

When are these guys going to get this message. At he Tor car show the sales guys told me EVERYONE is complaining about the botched 6 and 3 series dashboards.

So I guess its a range rover to get the groceries. And yes i passed on the 6 too.

Judah · 03-13-2012, 09:11 PM

I actually think its silly to have the screen pop in and out. It's just not necessary and kinda 1990's. I mean really, what's the point in hiding the screen in the dash ?
The 6's interior is gorgeous. The only thing I would change is the rear seat legroom but that seems to be the norm for this segment.

GetWellSoon · 03-14-2012, 12:20 AM

wtf that screen looks amazing to me

727jbh · 03-14-2012, 07:18 AM

I love the interior of the 6. Great design. Great layout.

domer · 03-14-2012, 09:23 AM

A popping up screen is one of the dumbest and annoying things one could integrate in a car. You use the screen all the time while you're driving, so how would it make sense for it to hide? The huge 10.2" screen in the new Bimmers is freakin awesome.

Superspeed · 03-14-2012, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by domer

A popping up screen is one of the dumbest and annoying things one could integrate in a car. You use the screen all the time while you're driving, so how would it make sense for it to hide? The huge 10.2" screen in the new Bimmers is freakin awesome.

+1

itinj6 · 03-14-2012, 11:12 AM

That screen deserves all the attention it gets on the dash. I cant see why anyone would want to hide it within a shroud.

Actually, i think that the whole interior on the new 6 is teh sex.

southern6er22 · 03-14-2012, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by itinj6

That screen deserves all the attention it gets on the dash. I cant see why anyone would want to hide it within a shroud.

Actually, i think that the whole interior on the new 6 is teh sex.

+1

The interior is very well designed in terms of looks, materials, and functionality. The picture quality on the screen is astonishing, and the graphics just add to the sophistication of the beast.

CWK · 03-18-2012, 11:14 AM

I dont think any of you get it. Why are you spending time looking at that big dumb screen? Or is it your girlfriend that's influencing you. There is NO NEED for the big stupid screen in the first place. Wat function is it other than NAV that demands a small television set??

Not everyone likes this dumb thing. So why not hide for those who hatre it? then both caps are happy.

CWK · 03-18-2012, 11:16 AM

and to DOMER: so you really like it?? Why? what do you use it for when youre breaking the speed limit??

CWK · 03-18-2012, 11:37 AM

re read a couple more comments... The comments related to screen quality absolutely floor me. Why does the quality of a screen that tells you what song is paying have ANY relevance to a discussion about one of the overall best driver's cars in the world?? DOnt any one get me wrong: I love BMW. Porsche and MErc too. What angers and frustrates me is watching these companies completely forget and then disavow their core brand values. Look inside the new 911 - GROSS!!! THe cabin is getting crowded (as they raise that stupid center console - something we rip out immediately in race cars) and kitchy - see all the new brightwork. Ugh.

CWK · 03-18-2012, 11:48 AM

and all the complaining aside.. Im buying an x5 in the next few weeks. Now I just have to decide between a 5 and a 6.

BigHat · 03-18-2012, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 727jbh

I love the interior of the 6. Great design. Great layout.

Agree. I prefer it as is. Best interior in the BMW line currently. No concerns about the display. I always use it so why deal with something else to break trying to hide it.

Also think the new 911s are a big improvement too. First one I'd consider buying.

CWK · 03-18-2012, 08:41 PM

so maybe u guys will get a stubborn purist to change his mind...

03-13-2012, 07:36 PM	#1
CWK New Member 3 Rep 14 Posts Drives: Porsche 911 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	DASH Design Has everyone lost thier marbles?? this move from a beautiful flowing and wholly integrated dash to one that has a TV sitting in the middle of the dash is ridiculous. I took a 6 for a test drive. When I got in the car I told the sales rep he could "drop the screen." Thats when I was first told that the stupid screen sitting like a wart on the dash and in plain view would not retract. What a great car. But what a stupid idea not to have that silly screen retract. Now they are doing the same thing to the X5 and others in their line up. Its gross. I thought the new ML's interior sucked because of all the brightwork. But at least they dont put a big lump of coal in the middle of the dash that i have to stare at. When are these guys going to get this message. At he Tor car show the sales guys told me EVERYONE is complaining about the botched 6 and 3 series dashboards. So I guess its a range rover to get the groceries. And yes i passed on the 6 too.
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Judah First Lieutenant 12 Rep 360 Posts Drives: Black E46 M3 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: New Jeru iTrader: (0)	I actually think its silly to have the screen pop in and out. It's just not necessary and kinda 1990's. I mean really, what's the point in hiding the screen in the dash ? The 6's interior is gorgeous. The only thing I would change is the rear seat legroom but that seems to be the norm for this segment.
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GetWellSoon Banned 15 Rep 242 Posts Drives: 2009 335i e92 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Brooklyn & NJ iTrader: (0)	wtf that screen looks amazing to me
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727jbh Lieutenant 16 Rep 593 Posts Drives: 2020 M8 GC Donington Grey Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: North Florida iTrader: (0)	I love the interior of the 6. Great design. Great layout.
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domer Private 8 Rep 53 Posts Drives: 2020 M340i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	A popping up screen is one of the dumbest and annoying things one could integrate in a car. You use the screen all the time while you're driving, so how would it make sense for it to hide? The huge 10.2" screen in the new Bimmers is freakin awesome.
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itinj6 Private First Class 1 Rep 117 Posts Drives: 2012 650i Coupe Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Fort Lee, NJ iTrader: (0)	That screen deserves all the attention it gets on the dash. I cant see why anyone would want to hide it within a shroud. Actually, i think that the whole interior on the new 6 is teh sex.
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03-18-2012, 11:14 AM	#9
CWK New Member 3 Rep 14 Posts Drives: Porsche 911 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	I dont think any of you get it. Why are you spending time looking at that big dumb screen? Or is it your girlfriend that's influencing you. There is NO NEED for the big stupid screen in the first place. Wat function is it other than NAV that demands a small television set?? Not everyone likes this dumb thing. So why not hide for those who hatre it? then both caps are happy.
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CWK New Member 3 Rep 14 Posts Drives: Porsche 911 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	and to DOMER: so you really like it?? Why? what do you use it for when youre breaking the speed limit??
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03-18-2012, 11:37 AM	#11
CWK New Member 3 Rep 14 Posts Drives: Porsche 911 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	re read a couple more comments... The comments related to screen quality absolutely floor me. Why does the quality of a screen that tells you what song is paying have ANY relevance to a discussion about one of the overall best driver's cars in the world?? DOnt any one get me wrong: I love BMW. Porsche and MErc too. What angers and frustrates me is watching these companies completely forget and then disavow their core brand values. Look inside the new 911 - GROSS!!! THe cabin is getting crowded (as they raise that stupid center console - something we rip out immediately in race cars) and kitchy - see all the new brightwork. Ugh.
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CWK New Member 3 Rep 14 Posts Drives: Porsche 911 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	and all the complaining aside.. Im buying an x5 in the next few weeks. Now I just have to decide between a 5 and a 6.
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CWK New Member 3 Rep 14 Posts Drives: Porsche 911 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	so maybe u guys will get a stubborn purist to change his mind...
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