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BMW Brings Sechsy Back
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Edward Niedermeyer
(IC: employee)
Published: March 14th, 2011
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We’ve already seen BMW’s new smooth-and-sleek Six Series as a droptop, but is it possible that the design will gain back some of its Bangle-ian spizzarkle as a coupe? Don’t hold your breath. The new design has more old-world grace than the previous model, but as a result it looks like it’s trying a bit too hard to be a Jag or Maserati. Sure, both of those brands offer some of the most elegant touring options on the market, but isn’t BMW supposed to be just a little farther ahead of the curve than its “Olde Worlde” competition? Shouldn’t BMWs be just a little bit more architectural and a lot more coldly technical-looking? Still not sure? Hit the jump for some endless B-Roll and a gallery.
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Not bad, but I'd still take the Maserati Grantourismo.
This new 6 leads me to believe that good examples of E63 M6 will begin holding value very well in 5+ years. Especially the 6 speeds. We'll look back at that as a special car in 2021.