03-18-2015, 11:42 AM | #1 |
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2015 BMW 640xi Coupe Trunk lock button useless?
So my car has a lock button on the actual trunk, but it doesn't automatically close the trunk...
What's the point? On any other car that button will automatically shut the trunk, but bmw couldn't think of this? |
03-18-2015, 12:20 PM | #2 | |
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5 series has this feature
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03-18-2015, 01:41 PM | #4 | |
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BMW's are AMAZINGLY cars, but they sometimes fail in THE most stupid things... Used to be Cup Holders, now this button... Lol. |
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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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03-18-2015, 02:12 PM | #7 |
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I agree that the trunk should close itself on a $100k car, the doors have the soft close feature. It's just that the trunk has no place to put your hand to close, you have to touch the paint or use the roundel. Just not a good design and a flaw if you ask me, but once i get in and drive the beast, I really don't care about the trunk latch design much! Lol
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03-18-2015, 02:17 PM | #8 | |
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I'm sorry but I'm not buying the "not enough sales" pitch. I've seen kia's with this feature... Either way it is still a great car! |
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And the trunk is SO heavy!... I still love the car. |
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03-18-2015, 03:05 PM | #10 | |
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But seriously, is it that important to you? BMW is an ultimate driving machine. It's not an every option car. 6 er is already high price car. A well equipped 6 er is already at 100k+ price point. Adding more feature will increase the price even more. For sure they are not willing to build a car for dealer's lot... BTW, did you know a 300k+ Ferrari does not have "garage door opener" or a high quality B&O sound system?
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I will though, someday... That's my ultimate car! For now, BMW will suffice. |
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So for now stop complaining and enjoy your ride...
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How do you like your M6? Is it worth getting it? In 2017 they are coming out with a new model 600hps! And AWD option. When my lease is up I'll be considering the M6 and the Maserati Granturismo. : |
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The next generation will not be available in US sooner than 2018 as 2019 model and hopefully AWD is just optional. I need RWD As far as Maserati GT, the only thing I like about that car is exhaust sound. No idea about next generation but the current one is so heavy and lazy... BTW GT is being compared to 650i and not M6
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I use the grab slots inside the lid to close it. It's an awkward motion, but you get used to it. Enjoy the car. |
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Maybe I can shed some light on this when I get my M5 and take a closer look. |
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I can't believe I just wasted 1½ minutes of my life reading about the lack of an auto-closing trunk.
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I could be wrong but I believe I saw a VW sedan in a parking lot last week and as it backed out the VW round equivalent seemed to flip open exactly like ours. Then closed as the car drove off. Maybe our 6s aren't totally unique ( in this)?
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