I BOUGHT A BMW 640i... (AS MY NEW DAILY DRIVER) Test Drive and Review
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"No cup holders" because that level of class doesn't eat at drive-throughs.
rofl yes we do ;P
Great video, just as we’ve come to expect. I have a BMW 645i and have loved the experience it’s given for four years. I’ve been looking for a replacement and was at a loss until this video. I don’t do huge mileage but enjoy a big competent car. I think you’ve provided the solution.
The tug-boat video that you spliced into your review absolutely cracked me up. Very funny. I love your reviews. Very informative. Full of useful information. Please keep up the good work.
Great review and insight as always with discussion on real world driving and use. Great choice of car. It certainly has given me the final push to get one.
Great car and wonderful video. Comprehensive review of all the factors that went into your purchase decision. I am looking to buy 6 Series vert in next 6 months and found this invaluable. Enjoy the ride!
Your ancient videos are rather laid back and lack enthusiasm you exude lately but more or less the same content, thanks for your consistency! I get the required heads up for any given video regardless of when it was cast, great!❤
Regarding the old 6 series everything you said, was basically exactly what my mate says about his, so your right on the money.
Love your reviews and clips I’ve been very tempted to get a 6 series now think I will
I really shouldn't have laughed at the Oscar Pistorious 'joke'...but I did 😂. Defo becoming one of my fave TH-cam channels.
ebonychild Haha thanks!
Really loving this channel!!! Very informative.
Thanks for watching
Totally with you on the convertible / diesel mismatch. I have an E93 and love how it sounds. Not noisy or sporty, just smooth. No sporty ambitions in my car, just a cruiser (mine is the 325 not the 335), but cruising is what you want to do with the top down in this kind of car...
Diesel rattle would totally kill that experience for me
The car is not a twin turbo. Its a single twin scroll turbo.
TWINPOWER TURBO - yes it really is misleading.
Indeed. The only twin turbo petrol in the 6 Series at that time
was the M6.
But, check how many turbos are on the X5M diesel.... u will be surprised,
OliverTrist wasn’t the 650i f12/13 out
This was the most calm yet one on one review ever. I loved it, it felt like it was really me and the homie driving telling me about how and why he wanted this car but In the most casual convo
Thanks!
Congrats Bro, you deserve it:)
Good review as usual.
Great video. Love this car. Keep up the good work 👍🏼
Jonathan Barber Thank you! Glad you liked it 😬
Love your videos mate, keep it up
Cheers!
Just found you great videos you say it as is. Keep up the good work thanks
anthony mackintosh Thank you!
That flashback to a 1950s Swedish harbour launch had me in stitches.
Hahaha! It may have been a slight over exaggeration but why put a noisy diesel in a cabrio??
Excellent review. Honest and simple
Brilliant, loved the tug boat reference, I too think this is my fave TH-cam channel. Thanks Mat.
Haha thank you
I once was given a ride in a BMW M6 at the age of about 15, scared the absolute life out of me with how fast it was haha!
Ben Doyle was that the V10 version from around 2005-2010?
Good review. I almost bought one years ago when I test drove it but in the year that I test drove the car, it didn't offer a.w.d. and I live in a snowy climate in winter. I really liked the solid feel and sport transmission in that model however.
I love it :)
Really enjoying your videos mate I predict you'll have 100k subs by the end of the year.
Sad but true about any hot golf or Audi. My bro had his wife's gti and his 330d touring stolen on Christmas Day. You just can't have a nice car close to Bradford. You'll love the 6 series my dad had a 650i when it came out and we all loved it.
Thanks for your comments! Appreciate it! Its a shame, its quite a problem in the UK. You see something every day on facebook about a stolen car etc... I've never driven a 650i but I bet its awesome :)
So overthere Golfs and A3s are like honda civics and accords in the states? Wow! I tell my people Vag is huge overseas.
Someone in Bradford out on Christmas Day whilst people are celebrating Christmas, wonder who the thieves were?
Gav I 😂😂
It's a shame u don't promote your business more I would buy from you in a heart beat.great content
Hi! I didn't want to set this up just to promote my business. I thought it might come across as a bit false. I'd rather just give my honest opinion, and if it leads to a sale, great, but if not it doesn't matter :)
Tinted my mates 645 last year. Absolutely lovely motor and extremely well built.
Ive just bought the 640d msport convertible hoping after all this lockdown is over with the 3 of us can do exactly that a cruise to spain maybe!!. But im well impressed with the car.. like you said bud i think i made the correct choice in buying one of these.. keep the vids coming matey.. :)
Good choice!
Love your reviews man. I discovered your channel a week ago and really like your 'one take' down to earth reviews. Comes across very relaxed and honest. Keep it up!
Thank you! Appreciate it :)
Going to pick one up this Thursday, £77k new with extras, now £12900, 90000 miles full BMW FSH, can't wait.
Enjoyed that, a car deffo worth considering. Would be helpful in future to know what you paid/how much to expect to pay etc. thanks
Thank you! I'm going to do a follow up vid when I've had it for 3 months
Wow beautiful choice, I’ve never heard anyone who doesn’t like the looks of the in- and exterior. If I hadn’t got a heavy caravan to tow I would also consider a bmw 6 gran coupe. Congrats with your purchase!
Thanks! I've always loved the styling on the whole 6 series range. I love the Gran Coupe, it looks awesome, but I fancied having the 2 door.
Well I’ve found my next car, thank you 👌🏻
Nice video and ride! I'm picking up my 640i convertible next week. Can't wait!
Daniel Pettersson Great! Bet you’re excited. I love mine. It’s one of the best cars I’ve ever had. It’s got such presence on the road 👍
I feel like a kid again waiting for Christmas 🎄 have you noticed any difference in exhaust sound in the different drive modes? What about the road and wind noise in cabin?
Daniel Pettersson With the fabric roof there is a bit of road/wind noise - but it’s not too bad. The exhaust sounds good in normal mode, it does improve the sound slightly in sport mode it also changes the gear changes and makes them more aggressive. One thing to get used to is the sheer size of it. It took me a while to adapt but now I have I love it
Daniel Pettersson Did you get the 640 yet??
@@HighPeakAutos yup it's in my garage now waiting for summer. Lovely drive home though. Can't wait to drop the top
I've been looking at these as my next car; so googled it and would you know it my ever faithful youtuber and second hand car dealer comes up trumps.
You've come far in 3 years Matt, especially with your daily drives! 😂
I am now, having just come across your channel waiting for you to get a T.V.R. yep a T.V.R....to review because I think that would be the best review ever and honest to boot !!!!!!!!!!!
I’ve never had a TVR. I look forward to the day when I film with one
It's a great cruiser. Nice video (you just not to work out your personalised introduction now for future videos!)
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, I’m pretty much on the same line of thinking. A 650 sounds great as my next buy, yet I’m considering bio ethanol conversion to lower the gas budget a bit. Apparently it does not have negative incidence on the car behavior or engine wear. Cheers !
🤣🤣🤣🤦🤦🤦🤦
It’s ok to smile when you put your foot down lol, it looks like it could be fun almost a bit of a sleeper
Thats right :)
I filled it up yesterday. And it's already down to 3/4 tank...you are clearly doing more miles than you think..
no that's what I just commented that fuel wise it's close to m6 which I would bought instead if I want petrol and can afford it. otherwise for much better road performance 640d is superior choice. it's more torquey, effortless and better on fuel consumption, and you can overtake at just 2000rpm instead of 4000-6000rpm that you have to rev that buzzing 640i. it's a lawn mover in 6 series. more suitable for 4 series, but ok be it, people like that engine but when I sat in 335i I didnt feel any torque I feel in my 335d (despite it's broken all the time and torque is missing due to ever present boost and vacuum leaks, but thats another story
That boat sounded great!
Great car, I do love the idea of a wafty, fast car. Look forward to seeing more
Thanks! :)
Me too
Enjoying your stuff mate. Not a diesel fan myself either.
You can't mask that smile coming when you accelerate with the top down. :-D
Thanks for a great vid.
The rear window sitting upright and dictating the weird roof shape is probably to use it as wind deflector. Which I think is pretty clever since often the wind deflectors on 4 seater convertibles are a bit dodgy. (I know I'm late to the party, but currently I am binge watching your videos) :)
Thanks for watching!
Another good video
Can u do 4 series bro your a good reviewer, i can so relate to u especially u drive so many bangers like me lol
Some very good video editing here, especially the tug boat, and american clip with palm tree's
Rodrigo De Triano Thanks!
Thank you so much for the great review. Vry attractive, and nice voice. Are there any new news about your 640i? In the market for one. I heard that the 4.4 V8 in the pre-facelift 650i can have some issues. Quite sad about it. Would have loved a burbling V8.
Thanks for your comments! They're great cars. I'm going to do a 3 month update video soon. I would have loved the burbling V8 650i, but they were more expensive and I've heard some bad reports about that particular V8. Which is a shame. The previous 645ci I had was a great engine and it suited the car better. Still a great looking car and I'm very happy with it
Thank you for the reply. Looking forward to the video. Hope you have a stunning day.
Great video
Great video bud. I am looking at a 640i (GC) myself and I was wondering what kind of real world economy do you get on a motorway run?
Although similar to you I do few miles so it's not a big issue. But would be nice to know from an owner. Thanks.
Its pretty good on the motorway - had the 640i facelift grand coupe for a few months now. On motorway at 60mph its over 40 mpg. Book says 47mpg i think. Around town its much less but then there is eco mode to help.
Good review. I contemplate the Petrol vs Diesel Q myself since I will be looking at a new (SH) car this year. Thought you’d just bought a diesel RR? Thoughts on a CLS Shooting Break? Dog friendly!
Hi, this is an old video from 2018. I like the CLS shooting break. Very stylish and quiet rare
I liked the Land Rover advert before your vid. Regards Alan (Dover) Kerplunken +++
Awesome. I just got a 645 ci a week ago and am loving it!
Very nice!
Driving a car with a left-sided steering wheel is on my bucket list.
Flash MeLody you mean right?
Matt. Really interesting to hear how your opinion has changed about the 6 series petrol vrs diesel engine over a period of 3 years Matt. You were adamant petrol was the way to go here and listening to your review on the 640d 7 months ago, diesel was definitely the way to go. I concur with your later review. Whilst I have always favoured petrol, the 640d is an amazing all rounder.
I love your reviews. The only thing I'd ask you to consider changing though is your pink hoodie 😉
I would rather have the petrol convertible but the diesel in the coupe of GC
It would be wonderful if you could find a fine example of a BMW E60 535D and test it! Love your low key, down to earth videos!
Thank you! When I find one, I'll do it!
classy ride...thoughtful choice parameters...no lies detected.
Great choice of car...looks fab...
I just got a 2017 640i in "M" trim and I love it. I traded my 2007 Bentley GTC and it's been a great move.
You had a Bentley? Thats on my wish list haha
@@HighPeakAutos It was a wonderful car that was exorbitantly expensive to maintain.
I bet! Thats what has always put me off them. You can now get early ones for around £25k, but its the cost of maintenance that frightens me
Never know that that was true
Well Bentlys are costky to tax and insurance is expensive
I just bought a 645 Ci today, conv and 4.4 V8 SMG....Friggin awesome !!!!!!!!!
Really nice car! I like the roof top lines; reminds me of a f355 spyder or flying buttresses of an xjs. This is one of the few contemporary bmw cars that appeals to me - so many of their newer designs lack any character or desirability (like the designs of he past did) not so here.
I keep coming back to this video Matt. I am seriously considering a 630d or 640d for my next daily. I think I’d get the gran coupe but I’d have to try both a coupe and that one to find out which I could live with on a daily basis. Looking to spend around 15k which I think will get me a half decent one. I don’t mind the diesel sound I’ve gotten quite fond of it or I might’ve gone crazy!
They’re terrific cars
This is the review I was looking for 😂. As an Range Rover lover myself too, now I got a bmw 6 series xDrive 4x4.
I am now looking for a neat 2014 650i cab.. in 2013 I think the 650i had a power upgrade form 300kw to 330kw. I have a M135i with the same 3.0L twin turbo so 640i will feel slow.. love the video and convinced me to go for a 6 series cab. Thanks Bud
Hi, I would definitely recommend one. I love it. If you're used to a M135i, I don't think you'll be satisfied with the 640i - Its quick enough, but its not lightening fast - I think the 650i with 100bhp more would be better. The 6 series is very heavy too.
Its not twin turbo 🤦♂️
Beautiful car always been My dream car since i was a child the first 6 series.
I'm actually in the market for a coupe. I was looking into the 6 series, however to get one in my price range meant getting a 2012-2013 model. Which was a little off putting for me, and just as I had thought I made up my mind to go with a 2014-2015 4 series you single handedly sold me on the 6 series. Back to autotrader I go!
They're great cars :)
I've just subscribed, as I'm toying with the idea of replacing my car with an early 645/650. (Coming from an Impreza WR1, doing around 5k mostly motorway miles these days, so a reasonably cheap cruiser with decent acceleration is probably what I'm after - running costs aren't such a concern.)
For (reliable and comfortable) fun per motorway mile, would you recommend a 650 over a Merc S55/S63? Maybe spending a bit more on a higher-mileage 996 C4S as an appreciating(?) car?
Stormy177 996’s will start to appreciate soon I think. I’m not sure what I’d recommend. I think I’d prefer a 650 over an S63 in terms of driving
We’re the back window is, with the hood coming round at the back looks similar styling to the xjs, cheers Shane uk 🇬🇧
I’ve had a 650 for 8 years, had the DINAN stage 2 upgrade. It’s well worth the money. I love this car but it has well over 200K km’s and starting to have some small issues. So sadly getting rid of it. Be careful with these cars, maintenance is pricey like most of these but they are solid and reliable when properly maintained and the V8 twin turbo in mine is simply a joy specially with the DINAN upgrade.
I'm only looking at these because the Mrs wants to do a euro road trip after lockdown, but your video (as always) has sold me on the car. The boot might just leave some space for my luggage too.
Its perfect for that. Plenty of space
Love the reference to Harry the tug boat. Just bought myself an Alpina Roadster It's petrol... it's manual... it's brilliant 😀
Interesting choice!
another super review , better than mine it has 2 cup holders lol
your right the petrol much better than the derv model
proper GT CAR
iv had 944s and 928s but your right so comfortable
1234567robbie Thanks! I love a good GT car - probably my favourite kind of car. Much easier to live with than a smaller sports car. I’ve always been a fan of the 6 series. I saw a new 8 series today for the first time, can’t wait to drive one of those 😍
@@HighPeakAutos your good at this mate keep it going yull go far !
1234567robbie Cheers pal 😉
Great car always loved the 6, had a few 530d models mainly E60 and F10 but always preferred the 6, however the 5 much more practical, great review by the way !!
I agree. I like the 5 series too. I love the 6 series Gran Coupe
High Peak Autos true, but I’ll be honest not a fan of the new 8 series, something about the shape doesn’t look as smooth as the 6!
I don't even really like cars but I really enjoy your videos! That's TH-cam for ya 😀
Haha thanks for watching! :)
I remember owning a 645ci 2005 cabriolet with manual transmission back in 2010. God it was a head turner, I'll never forget that car, I had to sell it 2 years ago because I had to buy a family car (Still a BMW tho)
I loved my 04 645. Made a great noise. :)
love this car ♥
Q 8 Me too! I’m really happy with it 😬
Wow, what a car... Enjoy it!! What about the space on the rear seats? A friend told me that they are smaller than 4 series ones
:( he didnt answer me
The rear window is designed straight I believe so it can be used as a windbrake when the roof is down. Looks a nice car. I'm looking for a relaxed motorway cruiser convertible to replace my Vauxhall Cascada and these for 18 month are now a lot cheaper than my Vauxhall which is rediculous.
Thats right. They're great cars and such good value
I felt the same way when I went to replace my 7 series. To date I cannot find anything that gave me the same or better driving experience.
You get used to all the gadgets, so much so, you wouldn't want to live without them
You have in depth experience with r230 sls. I watched both your sl 350 and sl 500 reviews. How would wou Compare the 640i to them? Which one would you prefer if it was your daily commute? (for me 350 is the same cost 2009 versiyon with abc suspension and the extra perf of the 640i is not important. I am more into the quality of the materials and the durability solidbess of the car). Thanks a lot. 🙏
Haha, in the north rain is a big possibility! As iam a southern softie.....I was wondering have ever left the roof down up where you live or do you only get to let it down in the garage! Loool.
Good vid, nice one.
Thanks!
That rear window is gorgeous and a fantastic item....top up, window down
I have been eyeing a 650 and as a fun V eight. Bang for Buck I think it’s almost unbeatable. I think you love the V8 and I agree.
The button next to the electronic handbrake is the Auto Handbrake which is brilliant. Once activated it senses when the car comes to a standstill then automatically applies the handbrake until you press the accelerator then it releases seamlessly, no fuss, no hassle, excellent for city stop start traffic. Between the Auto handbrake and the head up display, I’ll miss my 640d convertible when it’s time to change cars. Also, you can’t tell it’s a diesel with the roof down except for first thing in the morning when the engine is cold or sat in stationary traffic, but it’s a lot more refined than Mercedes and VW diesels and the power is outstanding for a diesel when in sport plus mode. I’ve had mine just over three years from brand new and it still makes me smile when I drive it.
They're great cars! I love mine. You're right about the auto handbrake, great feature. I've only had mine for a few months, but I don't know what I will replace it with. I don't think anything else will compare. Maybe an S class convertible, but they're still too expensive for me.
High Peak Autos I’m in the same situation, the 435d xdrive convertible doesn’t have the same luxury feel or equipment level, the S Class is a bit of a barge and the new 850 is too expensive and the convertible version isn’t out for a while and will cost over £100k. At least I’ll get one more summer to decide on it’s replacement. The roof will open and close up to 27mph and I love the fact that the rear window opens as I actually had a Freelander 15 years ago with the same feature. I also like the rear buttresses on the roof which reminds me of a Jaguar XJS. I’ve hear rumours that Jaguar might relaunch the XKR on a new platform sometime in 2021-2022 so fingers crossed they’ll release the convertible too.
I saw a new 850i driving the other day. Its a stunning looking car. I also love the look of the LC500 Lexus. Who knows... Ill have to cross my fingers for some heavy depreciation haha
Thank you for sharing
I’m planing to get 650i coupe convertible of course maybe 2021
Do you think it’s a right move??
Snazzy looking motor and so much nicer than the offerings from Merc.
Inspiring stuff.cheers.
Cheers :)
Thankyou for sharing your knowledge. Good to hear mention of Doncadter in previous vid. Keep giving bro,your words reaching far.
Robyn hud Thank you 👍🏻
these videos are great, keep up the good work
You are welcome to come down to London,you might get a chance to take the top down.
I do enjoy watching your videos , but what is it with your cup holders ! lol
Haha they're very important to me :)
Hello buddy I haven’t been watching your posts but I’m back the last one I watched was when you took your moms car while she was on her holiday so can you tell me please what car did you replace her Range Rover evoque with
Thanks for the video. This engine has a single turbo, not two turbos. It's a bit of a marketing trick in the naming. What it does have is a single turbo with the exhaust gases split into two inlet pipes into the turbo. The technical term for this arrangement is "twin scroll".
Hi there this is really weird come across your video because I've just bought the new 2 Series convertible and it's pretty much the same as yours just a wee bit smaller. And it's only 1.5 but it has got the twin turbos and the sports buttons so it's no slouch alarm really enjoying it and it's huge step up from the mx5rf
Thanks for watching! Enjoy it
I just got one yesterday imma keep for a long time
RIP 6 Series.. I have the GC 640 AWD and love it. It's beautiful and I get asked about it all of the time. It's a ridiculous car with almost no back seat despite being a 4 door, but it's just lovely to drive especially after you dump the RFT. I would have loved to have the diesel, but hard to find in the US.
I love the GC. Its a great looking car, very stylish!
one of best looking coupe 👍🏻
I agree!
Nice looking car which obviously wafts along with a fair bit of grunt when required. I love the lines when the hood is down and agree the design of the rear section of the hood is unusual. More generally, I have a chequered relationship with BMWs. I had a 318d Touring (N47 engine) which had a less than spectacular but nevertheless catastrophic engine failure with a very spectacular repair bill. I now have a BMW Z4 E89 as a daily. It's 'ok' - sharp handling as you mentioned and again, plenty of grunt. Strangely curious about a C63 after this video. That said, I also have a tatty, yet 'sorted' LR Discovery 2 that is like a pair of old slippers. I sense that you may never settle for one particular car. That isn't an exclusive club! Thanks for the video - just got back from work and was a treat to watch. Cheers.
Thanks for your comments. I've never really settled for a car, you're right. I do like this one, although its currently in BMW having a couple of niggles fixed. I'm not sure what car would do it for me. I've had lots of issues with diesel BMW's, timing chains, swirl flaps etc... Cheers
The vertical rear window, rear buttress design is my favourite thing about the 6er cab, I wish all soft tops had this design and I think it’s disappointing the new 8er cab has a normal design.
This would be a dream car for me if you could get a naturally aspirated manual with a real handbrake, as it stands I would like the old one for those things, but it is a bit outdated interior wise.
I agree with you :)
High Peak Autos life is hard when no one makes your dream car and you have to keep getting different close approximations haha
Yea I like that Edwardian back that got me and the vertical rear glass it’s what makes it but good camera work
Nice review mate. I also just sold my coupe 645 and i have the same situation as you... don't really like the diesel and yet not enough money for 650i. So at the moment i'm also looking for a convertible 640i.
Cheers
Cristian Galea Thanks for watching! I loved my 645. The 640i is very nice. I’m enjoying it. It’s plenty quick enough but I miss the Smoothness of the V8 and the noise