The Paris motor show was a visual treat to motor fans and especially the BMW fans as the BMW’s 6 Series Coupe Concept was unveiled. Now, in rural Pennsylvania, a similar new generation vehicle known as 6 Series Convertible has been spotted. Now the similarities between the two vehicles have amazed motor fans and this is a sign that the rural areas are not far behind. The similarities can be seen even by a common man.
The current model has a slightly larger overhangs and also a little thin fender flares than the new 6 series convertible which is spotted in the rural Pennsylvania. The corona ring head lights which impressed most auto fans when the previous version was unveiled are retained in the new 6 series convertible. Though the tail lights are little smaller than the present out going version, they have the feature of L shaped LEDs. The top is conventional soft according to the latest reports and trustworthy sources and news though there were some initial reports which created confusion and gave conflicting reports that suggested that it might have a hard top 6 series Cabrio. The 6 series coupe and the convertible will have a different style when compared to the current cars. The current series has a problem of polarizing which is due to the Bangle butt. This will be eliminated in the new version. The new design is talked about as super thin which will make sure that the polarizing effect gets nullified.
The new BMW 6 Series Convertible will come in two variants according to the latest sources. The two variants are petrol and diesel offerings and the features of the two differ a little so that the user can have an option to choose according to his requirements. The diesel variant will be powered by the N57 turbocharged straight-6 common rail diesel engine which can produce an output as high as 306 Horse power. It will be 640d model and is expected to become quite popular among the heavy travelers. The 650i will be the highest offering powered by the other engine which is 4.4 liter V8 Twin-turbo engine found in the other 50i models. Though the new M6 doesn’t have this engine and is modified to enhance according to the customer needs. It is expected that the first 6 series model will debut in US in March next year. It is also decided that the debut will be in the form of BMW 650i Convertible.
According to the latest update as on 11th May 2010, the official launch date is decided as 26th March 2011. This is very good news for the Motor fans as the new vehicle looks exciting and ready to enter the market with a huge tide. According to the news, United Kingdom has even placed an invitation on their official website for all the interested and prospect buyers. This website gives all the information and all the updates on the latest 6 series convertible.
Source: topspeed
