decent photographs of a 640i GT

poluvex · 07-12-2018, 11:43 AM

OK, so ppl say it is ugly.

Looking at a lot of available photographs on the web one might think just that. I wasn't completely convinced either...

However, once you see one in person it is nothing like... to the point that once I saw one in a salon and drove it I decided to buy it straight away (with full kudos from my wife)

Aren't BMW PR guys able to source decent photographers?!

To solution this problem... I made some of my own on an iPhone in hope to convert few non-believers

btw. it is an M-Sport+ trim in Carbon Black

Wild Blue · 07-13-2018, 05:02 PM

That is one beautiful beast.

Rockygreat · 09-19-2018, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by poluvex

OK, so ppl say it is ugly.

Looking at a lot of available before and after results pics of using Phallosan Forte one might think just that. I wasn't completely convinced either...

However, once you see one in person it is nothing like... to the point that once I saw one in a salon and drove it I decided to buy it straight away (with full kudos from my wife)

Aren't PR guys able to source decent photographers?!

To solution this problem... I made some of my own on an iPhone in hope to convert few non-believers

btw. it is an M-Sport+ trim in Carbon Black

It is not ugly!!

I used to have a red one. She was gorgeous!

BomberHarris · 09-24-2018, 12:15 PM

I fully agree, just easy to make the right pictures. I am quite happy with my new Beemer and only positive feedback on looks and ride.

bunker · 09-26-2018, 11:33 AM

gotta admit, while I've hated this car since it launched, they've really done well with the 2019 model. the rear deck line is so much better executed than before.

Machinebuilder · 09-28-2018, 07:20 PM

It design grows on you like the X4 and X6 etc

F06WINS · 10-06-2018, 03:54 PM

I am not a fan of any GT series by BMW but this one is decent and makes a presence as the pictures here show. It's a 6!

Machinebuilder · 10-07-2018, 07:23 PM

I just changed from 19" wheels to 18" wheels. They are takeoffs from a 2018 740 IX. It may not look as good but they ride beautifully on bad roads.

Wild Blue · 10-08-2018, 12:12 PM

Nice. I definitely prefer your previous rims for aesthetics. Do you have to change the speedometer gearing for the different size wheels?

Machinebuilder · 10-08-2018, 04:13 PM

I agree the 19"s look better from the side but the 18"s ride much more comfortably. They are the identical size height and width wise so they look the same from front or back. The G32 6 series is basically the same as the G11 7 series so the wheels are interchangeable. These wheels and Prelli Runflats come off a base 2018 G11 740IX. Even the TPMS sensors work without modification. The 19" are 245/45-19 and the 18" are 245/50-18 size.

Machinebuilder · 10-10-2018, 02:09 PM

Here is my old BMW 328 IX GT with 18" wheels for comparison.

eddysuen · 10-13-2018, 12:39 PM

My 640 GT

Llarry · 11-13-2018, 02:05 PM

Ugly? In my opinion -- worthless, I know -- the 6GT is the best-looking current BMW production model. I love that roofline. I admit that the M rear bumper seems a bit awkward, though; paint color-dependent, I think.

6GT pricing would be a bit of a stretch for me, and it might be challenging to get my wife out of an SUV info a car. And then speaking of pricing, what is up with that? US$10K more than a 540i sedan? Granted the GT has some additional standard equipment but it appears the GT adds several thousands just for exclusivity/lower production rates. In fact, a M550ix sedan can be had for less than the comparably-optioned 6GT.

Wild Blue · 11-13-2018, 05:41 PM

I do hear what you're saying, Liarry. But do remember, from the start, the 6 GT (previously 5 GT) was built on the 7 series chassis. You get a TON more rear legroom, space, and luxury from a 5-series. That's one of the things that appeals to me the most about the 6 GT--the interior compartment for occupants. You truly can take a grand tour road trip in it, and everybody's super comfy.

Steveo535 · 11-29-2018, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by poluvex

OK, so ppl say it is ugly.

Looking at a lot of available photographs on the web one might think just that. I wasn't completely convinced either...

However, once you see one in person it is nothing like... to the point that once I saw one in a salon and drove it I decided to buy it straight away (with full kudos from my wife)

Aren't BMW PR guys able to source decent photographers?!

To solution this problem... I made some of my own on an iPhone in hope to convert few non-believers

btw. it is an M-Sport+ trim in Carbon Black

Lovely looking motor have to say the looks are growing on me more and more.

For a big car how do you find it around town ?

balasa0731 · 03-15-2019, 04:28 PM

Let's refresh this thread

few pics from insta

eddysuen · 03-16-2019, 06:13 AM

640 GT

K7 · 03-17-2019, 12:46 AM

Not ugly at all

ALPINA_DREAMS · 12-26-2019, 04:39 PM

It is a true shame that BMW is halting production for the US market. For some reason my fellow Americans can't appreciate the cargo capacity of a mid-sized SUV with lower load-in height and handling characteristics of a sporty German sedan. What I'm really longing for is an Alpina B5 Estate, but I may need to move to Europe for the experience.

Ronstein · 01-07-2020, 05:14 AM

This is my Bluestone 640i GT. Brilliant car!!

AlexFL · 03-19-2020, 06:27 PM

What a gorgeous car! I still don’t understand why people hated so much on G32 while Audi A7 seems to be a real success.

07-12-2018, 11:43 AM	#1
poluvex New Member 4 Rep 8 Posts Drives: 640i xDrive M-Sport GT Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: London iTrader: (0)	decent photographs of a 640i GT OK, so ppl say it is ugly. Looking at a lot of available photographs on the web one might think just that. I wasn't completely convinced either... However, once you see one in person it is nothing like... to the point that once I saw one in a salon and drove it I decided to buy it straight away (with full kudos from my wife) Aren't BMW PR guys able to source decent photographers?! To solution this problem... I made some of my own on an iPhone in hope to convert few non-believers btw. it is an M-Sport+ trim in Carbon Black Attached Images Last edited by poluvex; 07-13-2018 at 05:13 AM..
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09-24-2018, 12:15 PM	#4
BomberHarris Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: BMW 640i GT M Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Holland iTrader: (0)	I fully agree, just easy to make the right pictures. I am quite happy with my new Beemer and only positive feedback on looks and ride. Attached Images
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09-28-2018, 07:20 PM	#6
Machinebuilder Private First Class 104 Rep 190 Posts Drives: 640 IX GT MS, 440IX 6MT Coupe Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Northeast USA iTrader: (0)	It design grows on you like the X4 and X6 etc Attached Images
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F06WINS First Lieutenant 100 Rep 392 Posts Drives: F06 LCI & F32 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Europe iTrader: (0)	I am not a fan of any GT series by BMW but this one is decent and makes a presence as the pictures here show. It's a 6!
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Machinebuilder Private First Class 104 Rep 190 Posts Drives: 640 IX GT MS, 440IX 6MT Coupe Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Northeast USA iTrader: (0)	I just changed from 19" wheels to 18" wheels. They are takeoffs from a 2018 740 IX. It may not look as good but they ride beautifully on bad roads. Attached Images
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10-08-2018, 12:12 PM	#9
Wild Blue Lieutenant Colonel 639 Rep 1,707 Posts Drives: 2004 BMW 330i w/ZHP Perf Pkg Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Alaska iTrader: (0)	Nice. I definitely prefer your previous rims for aesthetics. Do you have to change the speedometer gearing for the different size wheels?
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Machinebuilder Private First Class 104 Rep 190 Posts Drives: 640 IX GT MS, 440IX 6MT Coupe Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Northeast USA iTrader: (0)	I agree the 19"s look better from the side but the 18"s ride much more comfortably. They are the identical size height and width wise so they look the same from front or back. The G32 6 series is basically the same as the G11 7 series so the wheels are interchangeable. These wheels and Prelli Runflats come off a base 2018 G11 740IX. Even the TPMS sensors work without modification. The 19" are 245/45-19 and the 18" are 245/50-18 size.
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Machinebuilder Private First Class 104 Rep 190 Posts Drives: 640 IX GT MS, 440IX 6MT Coupe Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Northeast USA iTrader: (0)	Here is my old BMW 328 IX GT with 18" wheels for comparison. Attached Images
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10-13-2018, 12:39 PM	#12
eddysuen Private First Class 21 Rep 106 Posts Drives: 2014 F15 30d Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hong Kong iTrader: (0)	My 640 GT Attached Images __________________ 2014 F15 X5 30d 2012 F10 528i, Toyota Estima 2010 E92 325i, Toyota Estima 2009 Honda Odyssey 2007 Honda Stream
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Llarry ///M fan 27 Rep 55 Posts Drives: BMW & Porsche Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Oregon iTrader: (0)	Ugly? In my opinion -- worthless, I know -- the 6GT is the best-looking current BMW production model. I love that roofline. I admit that the M rear bumper seems a bit awkward, though; paint color-dependent, I think. 6GT pricing would be a bit of a stretch for me, and it might be challenging to get my wife out of an SUV info a car. And then speaking of pricing, what is up with that? US$10K more than a 540i sedan? Granted the GT has some additional standard equipment but it appears the GT adds several thousands just for exclusivity/lower production rates. In fact, a M550ix sedan can be had for less than the comparably-optioned 6GT. Last edited by Llarry; 11-13-2018 at 08:21 PM..
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Wild Blue Lieutenant Colonel 639 Rep 1,707 Posts Drives: 2004 BMW 330i w/ZHP Perf Pkg Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Alaska iTrader: (0)	I do hear what you're saying, Liarry. But do remember, from the start, the 6 GT (previously 5 GT) was built on the 7 series chassis. You get a TON more rear legroom, space, and luxury from a 5-series. That's one of the things that appeals to me the most about the 6 GT--the interior compartment for occupants. You truly can take a grand tour road trip in it, and everybody's super comfy.
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