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| In Depth: The New BMW M6 Convertible |
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High-performance brakes have their roots in motorsport Reflecting the car’s enormous performance potential, the BMW M6 Convertible offers braking performance to match. Large 14.7-inch front and 14.6-inch rear brakes feature weight-optimized cross-drilled, compound rotors. These ensure not only outstanding stopping performance but also offer greater resistance to the effects of heat under extreme conditions. Tests show stopping distances of just under 118 feet from 62 mph and less than 460 feet from 124 mph. Braking safety is aided further by BMW’s two-stage Adaptive Brakelight technology. Under hard braking, or whenever the ABS is engaged, the taillights illuminate in tandem with the brake lights and at the same intensity, giving following drivers a much bolder warning which helps them to react more quickly. Unique multi-layered softop provides the profile of a Coupe
The soft-top on the M6 Convertible is made up of three layers. A special
noise and heat insulating layer of polyurethane (PUR) foam is held between
the weather-proof outer layer and the interior roof lining. Its unique
fin-roof look gives the M6 Although the roof covers a generous passenger compartment, it folds into compact dimensions. The vertical rear window requires very little storage space and can be raised or lowered independently of the roof. It can be lowered with the top up to provide additional ventilation and can be raised with the top down to act as a wind deflector. The roof can be raised or lowered while the car is traveling up to 20 mph. The top can be ordered in either black or grey. A luxurious environment tailored to the driving enthusiast The interior of the BMW M6 Convertible retains the luxurious look and feel of the 650i Convertible and has been enhanced with special touches that distinguish it as a product from BMW M. Immediately apparent will be the exclusive seams on all the seats as well as the M logos in the headrests. Next will be the shift paddles and shift lever that are unique to the Sequential M Gearbox. The white-on-black instruments feature the traditional BMW M red indicator needles. The optional Head-Up Display presents essential information directly in the driver’s field of vision. This can include directional information from the standard on-board navigation system. It also offers the choice of a special M display that includes road speed, transmission gear and an engine speed graphic. Another unique element that will be instantly apparent to the driver is the button on the steering wheel marked “M”. The driver is able to adjust a variety of settings in the M6 Convertible including: ·
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power: P400, P500 or P500 Sport Using iDrive, the driver can select a preferred setting for each of these in the MDrive display. Then with a simple touch of the M button on the steering wheel, all the preferred settings are instantly engaged offering a custom tailored driving experience.
The interior has been designed for easy access to the rear seats. In
addition to the room for passengers, the M6 Convertible provides plenty of
room for their luggage. The flexible tray for the convertible top can be
folded out of the way when the top is The BMW M6 Convertible will be available in standard BMW colors such as Black Sapphire, Silver Grey Metallic, Monaco Blue and Stratus Grey. It will also be offered in special M colors such as Indianapolis Red, Interlagos Blue, Silverstone and Sepang Bronze. The Merino Leather interior will be offered in a choice of three standard colors: Black, Silverstone and Sepang Bronze. Full leather is available as an option in the three standard colors as well as Indianapolis Red and Portland Brown. The interior may be further accented with the choice of optional carbon fiber trim. Standard and optional features suit such an exclusive car Befitting the exclusive nature of the M6 Convertible, the list of standard features includes auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors, Park Distance Control, Adaptive Xenon Headlights, Bluetooth hands-free phone interface, On-board Navigation system with real-time traffic and Logic7 sound system. Also included is BMW Assist for four full years and enrollment in an exclusive one-day M driver training course at the BMW Performance Center in Spartanburg, SC. The standard Logic7 sound system with surround sound simulation may be enhanced with optional Sirius Satellite Radio. The M6 Convertible owner can also travel with his or her complete music library thanks to the center-installed BMW interface for iPod. Other options include the Head-up Display and BMW Comfort Access. |
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