BMW 650i Gran Coupe Review - Why the 6 Series may well be a flawless car - BEARDS n CARS
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 เม.ย. 2022
- The BMW 6 Series of this F12/F13/F06 generation is quite possibly a perfect car in my book, and in this video I'll be breaking down that rather bold statement. After being wowed by the 640d, my biggest question going into this review was - can the more expected V8 petrol 650i match that level of deeply impressive engineering without the gimmick of a high performance diesel powerplant?...
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Just bought a 640d gran coupe. A really unnecessary purchase. I just saw it at a car dealers, had a look around it, and the rest that leads to me now owning it. It's the best car I've ever owned, and it wasn't even on my radar until I had a closer look. I knew about them, I was just never that botherd to take more of an interest until now. I keep looking at it out of the window, and have to force myself not to keep taking it on pointless drives out🤣
I can’t wait till I get one
I just bought a 2016 last week with the same mindset. It's not my daily driver and I love having access to luxurious mature car for dress up night on the town with my Lady.
@@aaronrivers64 💯
same here, just bought a 2019 640i xdrive,fucking love it
Just bought a 2016 640d. Picking it up Saturday - cant wait!
I’ve had my 2015 650i for a few months, and I absolutely love it. It’s surprisingly fast. If there’s a downside to be had, I would caution anyone with bad knees because it does sit a little lower to the ground.
I have had my 650i for a few years now, and it had been something I looked for long and wide. The symmetries in design, what could be perceived as golden ratios, the luscious interior, and that meaty engine just ensured that the choice was spot on and the car immaculate as imagined. Indeed the car is impeccable at being a luxury grand tourer as well as a sporty sleeper beast, all while avoiding being desperately impractical.
To be completely honest, it is almost unbelievable how underrated these cars are, especially with that perfect balance of technology/gadgets, without overdoing it with touchscreens and intrusive safety features, lighting and scents.
It is slightly tight and low, and look out for heavy maintenance costs and red flags (they are premium BMWs at the end of the day). Otherwise, it is a timeless design destined to be a classic from the moment those cars rolled out of the factory.
what year is your 650i and what sorts of maintenance costs are we talking about here? I am just about done signing the papers but am considering warranty. the limit per claim however is only $5k CAD so idk if its worth it.
Yep, I have a 2016 640D. Had it 4 months now and I love it. I had a 5 series before it, but this is another level. 😊
I have a 2015 650i Gran Coupe XDrive both M Packages Edition, Bang Olufsen, cold weather, lighting package, Executive Package, Driver Assistance Plus, Black Perforated Napa Leather, the list goes on. 49k miles.
Your evaluation is spot on. So smooth, so fast, so comfortable, so beautiful. I’m amazed every time I look at it!
Have you ever thought about getting the 2 door version? I want to buy a 6series this year, but i simply can´t even decide which version i prefer...aaarrg
Please give me some arguments, hehe
You are lucky that Bang Olufsen sound system is amazing.
I just bought my 11th BMW in my life - a 2014 BMW 650i Gran Coupe with Bang & Olufsen audio. This is the BEST car I have ever owned. This 650 is my corporate jet! The car is quiet and elegant, and at 5,200 pounds it is supremely solid and sure-footed on the highway. With 445 HP there is plenty of power on demand. Congratulations BMW - this is a masterpiece of auto engineering!
“Biblically fast.” Accurate description. I recently bought the 2016 650i XDrive with 50k mileage. One of my favorite car designs … with a monster V8. Love it.
When I was 14, my dad bought a 2011 bmw 750i msport. I fell in love with that car the day we took it home. It completely redefined what a car what a car could be in my head. All my teen years I dreamed about one day having a 550i of that generation because in my mind it was the younger, prettier twin of that car. Recently it came time for me to buy a second car and I then spent a year feverishly looking for my perfectly specd 5 series. I never found it. No matter how much time I spent scouring the internet I never found the right one and I began to think I’d never make it happen. Till one day, I saw a post for 2013 650i. I had practically never even heard of it till then, it went completely under my radar the entire time it was in production. I figured out that It was the twin of the 5 series, just more luxurious and even less compromised, and that it was somehow the budget option between the two because nobody knows of them. Anyways, I now have my dream car, but in coupe form, and might be the best decision I’ve ever made. Saying I love it is an understatement. I am in love with it.
I have a 2015 LCI 650 Coupe and adore it. As you said if you are looking for one do go for the N63TU motor which received some significant upgrades to counter issues with cooling and valve stem guides failing prematurely. 2013 onwards are the years to look for with the V8. I looked for a fair while and when my car came up I snapped it up. I’ve had it now for 3.5 years and never had an issue. It gets religiously serviced and annual oil changes. These cars won’t tolerate crap fuel or poor neglected servicing. What they are afflicted with however is BMWs insistence on RFT …. Swap these for a set of Michelins Sport 4s and you will discover further the delights of this big beautiful GT bahnstormer….
I love my 6 series and I don’t ever intend being without it. It’s not a DD for me rather and weekend toy. As you say in your video it can be a sedate quiet cruiser or flick a button a shockingly quick rocket. If your subscribers are interested in one then do some homework and find the best one they can and something 2013 onwards with the N63TU V8.
Cheers
Nice one, thanks for dropping by
Just a quick correction. The LCI for the F12/13 F06 was 2016 for US models. Europe give models their year designation based on date of production. The LCI came midway through their year dating method. But in US it's 2016.
Thank you ❤️
I got a new to me 2015 650i F12. I was looking for a fun convertible that have the ability to make me giggle. But I wanted something that my wife would feel comfortable driving. Plus, I wanted enough trunk/boot space to take nice road trips. It checks all the boxes. It was either a post 2005 987 Boxter, early F-type convertible, or a 650i. It was easier to get all the things that make driving the car more comfortable in the 650i. She's been a dream.
Love my 650i gran coupe..just a beautiful car inside and out-real head turner. Interior is about as good as it gets imo. One tip…It is a long car so avoid tight/tricky parking spaces.
I just got one had it for a week incredible car, and as you said, the choice between luxury or sport, how it can just perform at both so great is awesome. I took a two hour flight to get the car then had to drive back eight hours.. incredible. 2017 650 M PACKAGE
totally agree with your review and comments. Got my 650i used one month ago and I fell in love after driving it for 5km. It's absolutely an all around car that thick all the boxes, performance wise too whilst looking very classy and not 'in the face'.
Nice one, enjoy!
Great video 👍. Very informative
That white interior looks amazing
As a 2017 550i owner, I also like the 650 also, but I like them best as a coupe’s not coupe.
Stumbled upon this video now and found it very good. I'm on my second Gran Coupe. My first was a 640d 2016 and it was an awesome car, lots of power, really comfortable, incredibly quiet and astounding build quality. But I'm now on an M6 Gran Coupe, and I must admit I enjoy it more than any car I've owned before. The looks, the ride, the power, the effortless way it wafts down the road all make for the most compelling drive I've ever had, and I daily mine. I don't have any complaints about either of my Gran Coupes, other than such a pity BMW don't make such a beautiful car anymore, the 8 series is just too ghastly and ostentatious, and doesn't have the stunning proportions of the 6. I suppose if I had to nit pick it would be that the corners are so long it can be difficult to judge turning angles, but that literally is just nit picking to be honest. I've had many BMWs over the last twenty years, including 9 M cars, and this is by far the absolutely best of the entire bunch.
Great review!
Nice one, and yeah the M6 is a stunner 👌 cheers!
I have this same exact car. Down to the exterior and interior colors! It is in the shop now due to leaks in the rear main and upper oil pan as well as for an air intake replacement, which are hefty repairs, but hopefully, she'll run well after all of these issues have been addressed.
BTW - I am currently shopping for a 2015-18 640i Grand Coupe. Love everything about the car!
Just a quick correction. ALL F06 Gran Coupes came with the 444HP N63TU. There is literally almost no difference from any F06 Gran Coupe. The LCI version just relocated some turn signals and updated the IDrive software. On the Msport models there was no changes to the front and rear fascia as found in say a 5 series LCI. The F Series 6 is a design masterpiece of nirvanic perfection that I fear BMW will never achieve again. The F06 650i is probably the most underated undervalued 4 door V8 coupe there is.
I owned a 650i GC 2013 model, very low milage. IT is the best car I have ever drove or owned. I loved it insanely. I wouldn't dream of a better car to buy again and again. The seat belt however insisted on touching my neck from the side, but I got used to it and we became friends ;)
I had the e36 e46 e93, all M3’s. Purchased the M6 F12 competition. Absolute beast. Ok you can’t chuck it around like the M3, but the power is colossal. You can’t floor it without the back sliding. Love it. But if it was all wheel drive switchable, would be perfect 🎉
Bought my 2018 640i with 18k miles 2 yrs ago. M sport package in Tanzanite Blue. She is 🔥…. Best car choice ever.
I just bought a 2015. With white exterior, red interior. I get alot of compliments and looks
You bought my car
What a great review. I absolutely love the car. By the way you look super cute😊 and yes I noticed the one hand thing 😂 love ya ❤
Love you too boo :) glad you enjoyed it
I really like the interior layout of this gen BMW. Just new enough to have modern tech but they didn't go too far with some of the silly stuff they have now like those reverse dials
Edit: I think for just usability, their interior game peaked with the prefacelift F90 M5. The new iX interior gives some hope though
Right, they’re definitely not that good…
@@kodjoblacka what isn't that good?
@@the-boring-car-guy The engine.
No
@@kodjoblacka The N63TU which is on all F06 Gran Coupes is profoundly more reliable than the N63 that came out prior.
As a proud previous owner of 2017 650i. I enjoy every second of it. Put in 20k miles in just 6 months but traded it in due to constant fear of engine failure. I spend $0 on any kind of maintnance other than oil changes. Best looking BMW ever, just a crazy fun car to drive and own. Extremely safe to drive and push to the limit, stable even going sideways. I always felt like I was in control. I might buy another one down the road and convert it to electric. I just can't get enough of the looks of that series. Don't like the 2 door much at all
My last 3 cars are jaguar XFR , BMW 640 and now a BMW 650 Gran coupe M-Sport. An absolutely stunning car. I have owned it for 18 months now …faultless and like the XFR ..pretty rare
Ey nice, three of my top picks from the series
Can you make a video on 4 wheel steering. I can’t seem to find a list or any solid leads on which cars support 4 wheel steering, in Gran Turismo of course
I drove the 550i. Although not my style (I prefer light and nimble high performance cars) the amount of power is incredible.
I was looking at this car on the AP website a couple of days ago, and thought it looked like a good deal.
Unfortunately, the insurance would be somewhat expensive given that I've never run a car in the UK, even though I passed my test in 1978 . . .
Ah that's unfortunate. Might be worth comparing insurance on a 640d Gran Coupe? I find diesels to typically undercut petrol models on insurance, and its still a phenomenal car
I’m tuned
Dinan Stage 2 with oil cooler mod, intake charge pipes full exhaust and ahhh amazing to say the least and it shoots flames and runs 18 percent cooler at all times
Video or it didn’t happen
Have you posted anything about your car? I have the Carbhan Stage 1, but am very curious about the stage 2.
Just.bought an M6 coupe in Singapore Grey (closer to a blue!) with only 16k miles. and Matte Black 343m. Ferocious, yet civilized. Owned an f10 550i prior and it was fantastic. Gotta say, as close to a perfect car as it gets, LOVE it. Keeping it till my days are over. highly tuneable. I only drive a few k miles per year so this will last a log time.
343m matte black “wheels”!
Nice one 👌
The only thing missing is a motorised boot lid - aftermarket they are £750 plus fitting
Hi all, what’s your take with the rough drive experience that some mentioned ie one without vdc?
Cheers
I have a 640d grand coupe x drive. Had it remapped putting out 421hp and 760nm it is by far the best car I ever owned
Nice one 👌
Yes bro good to se you
Only problem is the fake sunroof. Other than that, I love mine.
I have the 2013 g t with the tu engine and to be honest it’s a car that everyone stops and stares my has 71,000 miles on it but if you want a everyday car this is not it this car is like gold digger gives plenty of fun at a high cost extremely high so keep that in mind when thinking about buying one
Love this car. And the new 850i, Just not a fan of the frameless windows, those regulators are bound to fail early.
Word of caution, don't own the 650i out of warranty. I sold a 550i with the same engine as the 650i for the same price as the 540i. If you are following, the market takes into account that the 8 cylinder twin turbo doesn't do well with the long oil change intervals, is prone to oil leaks and will, out of warranty, throw a $5-12K engine repair bill. I had both - the first was $6K just out of warranty engine repair. The second was $12K but I got lucky and it was covered under a factory recall. The 640i has the infinitely more reliable 6 cylinder turbo. If you check the listings, a much harder car to find. All the benefits of the 650i with only slightly less acceleration and a significantly lower cost of ownership.
So you've done the 640d and the 650i
You have to pick one and one only. Which one?
I want a coupe or a convertible as a 2nd car to sit along side a daily SUV. Part of me wants my first and last V8
Nice car , this car even don’t have the rear auto rear blind , 4 zone climatronic and B & o system
Incredible car,love the performance...it was all good until my valve stem seals got fussed up
Is this your favourite car now rather than the xfr?
It would be interesting to see a comparison between this and an equivalent 5 series from the same period... perhaps to debunk the myth that the 6GC is merely a 5 series that's had a bit of viagra.
The 6 Gran Coupe shares the same underpinnings and drivetrain as the F10. The body and interior are quite different.
Going off what other people get 19-21 MPG is more realistic which sounds about right.
how you have carbon interior? its wrap?
I'm not sure what this one had, perhaps a wrap yeah
I have a 640i Coupe and a 630i E63 coupe on my drive. I love a big coupe. I can’t bring myself to get rid of my 630..... it’s growing into its weird looks in her teenage years.....
Nice, and yeah for sure the shark like previous gen is still eye catching even now
Back in 2015 i went for my dreamcar - e63 645Ci and before the buy decided to check the f13 650i. Dunno, probably my mindset was too fixed on 645, I rly didn't like the interior quality of 650 - cheaper squeeky plastic here and there, wood trim felt like paper, leather felt brittle, questionable reliability of N63, etc. So I've bought the e63. Now it's been nearly 10 years that I own that e63 and still can't even think of getting rid of it :D In the past 10 years I've also driven and helped maintaining several f13/f06 with N63 under the hood. Beatiful car, faster and more advanced but I still prefer the look and feel of my good old N62 barge xD As for the 8 series - I was stunned by the look of the concept and was kinda disappointed when the production model came out, it felt so simple from the outside compared to the concept and so faceless from the inside - literally 5/x5/7/8 series - same dash, same steering wheel, same gear selector, +/- same seats and no M860 version available with v12 from M760Li xD
@@zeomax1477 over a year old that comment now… time flies. I now have a 630i , sold the 640 and have a f82 m4!
@@barrywhite5899 haha! Yeah YT randomly recommended me the vid way too late xD Congrats on the M4! And high-five for the e63 ;)
The engine in this 650i (N63) doesn't have a good reputation for reliability at all....640d a far better bet !
6th year of ownership, 130k kilometers and except the boot gas struts, which are design very poorly, I got 0 issues. It's a great car it's fast, it's comfy, it's roomy, exceptional grand tourer.
The earlier n63 were troublesome in the US where it was their very poor fuel that caused injectors issues as well as valve stem seals leaking. This was rectified with the N63TU as in technical update from 2013 onwards. I’ve had my 2015 650 for nearly 4 years and not a problem.
This is an F06. All F06's have the profoundly better N63TU.
@@jf8315 i was thinking about getting a 2013 for 27,000 with 43,000 miles but been on the fence because of those engine problems i heard about so this helps.
I agree. Plus it's much better on fuel efficiency with enough power to overtake vehicles easily when you need to pass another vehicle.
Beautiful cars but extremely unreliable.
The N57 diesel engine is very solid, but heard the V8 petrols can be a bit finicky.
It is by far the best looking BMW ever made in my opinion, they turn heads more than some cars 3 or 4x the price.
You won't go far wrong with a 640d in my experience.
Had 2 BMWs with the N57 lump, a 335d and 535d and had pretty much no issues all the way up to 150k on the clock on both.
BMW is one of the only brands where I'd recommend their diesel engines over their petrol counterparts every time
You don't want to drive a BMW you wouldn't want to come off as pretentious would you?
I had a Bentley bud, much too late for being concerned about that 😂
I would hope that car enthusiasts would buy a car that speaks to their enthusiasm and not based on something shallow like what do other people think about me.
Nothing but a money pit can't get parts and drinks oil all day. Looks good BUT repairs you will pay for car twice. Not a every day car.