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A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 9:02 pm
by peeblezZ4
After my 35i headed off to Sheffield last month to a nice new owner I decided to buy this to try something a little different. It's a 2012 640i SE with an 8sp auto box. Standard factory BHP is about 320. Obviously a bit more lardy than the Z4 but a nice drive all the same.
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 9:22 pm
by Jollyjoiner
Very nice, I've always had a soft spot for a 6 series
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 9:30 pm
by IRD
Looks very nice indeed. I love the shape and I bet it’s a bit more comfortable than the Z. You’ve got to try these things.
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 9:39 pm
by Mr Tidy
Lovely, I've always liked the 6 Series.
But I'm not ready to end Z4 ownership yet!
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 9:45 pm
by N4LLY
Very nice indeed. Approved
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 9:47 pm
by sars
very nice indeed
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 9:51 pm
by Pondrew
I very, very nearly bought a 640 se vert a couple of years ago. Only reason I didn't is cos the RAC inspection on it wasn't good, then I changed my mind.
Still want an M6 in Sakhir Orange TBH, but the running costs are enormous!
Prettiest car BMW have made for many years IMO.
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 10:26 pm
by B21
I think it’s an honorary Z4…stretched……
Maybe Z4L…as per Audi A8L…
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 11:03 pm
by Mr Tidy
I think you have a point there Peter!
I've thought I've seen a G29 a few times, only to discover it's a 6 Series.
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 11:08 pm
by Argyll Andy
Mr Tidy wrote: ↑Thu Nov 16, 2023 11:03 pm
I've thought I've seen a G29 a few times, only to discover it's a 6 Series
Time for a visit to spec savers for you young man
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 11:11 pm
by Mr Tidy
Argyll Andy wrote: ↑Thu Nov 16, 2023 11:08 pm
Time for a visit to spec savers for you old duffer
FTFY.
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2023 11:46 pm
by paddy wright
Lovely car, health to drive.
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Fri Nov 17, 2023 12:14 am
by ronk
Looks good and I’m sure also very comfortable!
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Fri Nov 17, 2023 1:52 am
by Pondrew
Because the 6 series were the equivalent of the MB 'S class', ie their 'flagship model', they put all the latest tech in them years before the rest of the range got it. HUD, soft close doors, LED headlights and full LED rears, i drive 5, full comfort access...etc, etc. First car in the 'F series range', at least 3 years before all the others (apart from the 7 but that was a 6 saloon).
Great VFM used as well, especially as the SE isn't as popular as the M-sport. The 650 engine is not the best, though, with it's 'hot V8' and both turbos sat in all the heat. Makes the N54 look like a reliable engine!
A wee change after 3 Z4's in the last 5 years.
Posted: Fri Nov 17, 2023 1:56 am
by Pondrew
Mr Tidy wrote: ↑Thu Nov 16, 2023 11:03 pm
I've thought I've seen a G29 a few times, only to discover it's a new Merc SL.
Fixed. Me too TBH!