2008 BMW 650I CONVERTIBLE 4.8L V8 32V Manual RWD Convertible Premium

2008 BMW 650 CI CONVERTIBLE

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IntroductionFor most people, urchasing a large luxury coupe or convertible is entirely an act of passion and indulgence, nd right or wrong, utward appearance can make or break the deal. Compared to the sleek offerings from rival manufacturers Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar, ell…let's just say the 2008 BMW 6 Series has a great personality. If there is such a thing as a sleeper among the entries in the big-ticket touring class, his is it. Only when you've taken the time to become fully acquainted with its pure driving dynamics, nnovative use of technology and lower price of entry does the 6 Series' true beauty become apparent.

In its fifth year of production, he rear-wheel-drive, our-passenger BMW 650i coupe is based on the same platform used for the 5 Series sedan. But BMW aims the 6 Series higher. It has but one engine available, 4.8-liter V8. Not a single body panel is shared with the sedan, nd the front and rear suspensions are likewise calibrated for the 650's lower ride height and sportier intentions. To keep its weight in check, luminum is used extensively for the suspension, ood and doors. Thermoplastic front fenders and a composite deck lid do their high-tech best to keep the 6 Series feeling spry, hough this is still essentially a 4,000-pound car.

BMW equips its 6 Series well in terms of equipment, nd you'll find but a handful of features that are optional. Convertibles use a fully lined folding soft top rather than a retractable hardtop, ut it's a sophisticated design capable of keeping interior noise to sedanlike levels. The glass rear window opens for ventilation when the roof is up, nd can be raised to act as a wind buffer when the top is down. If you don't want to go the convertible route, he 6 Series coupe feels nearly as airy, hanks to its large glass roof section. The glass is too large to slide open, ut you can tilt it up slightly for ventilation.

Among high-dollar touring coupes and convertibles, he 2008 BMW 6 Series is easily one of our top recommendations. However, or buyers chiefly interested in style and opulence, he sleeker Mercedes-Benz CL550 and Jaguar XK/XKR will prove more satisfying. The same goes for the highly regarded Mercedes SL550 roadster. For enthusiast types who care about the drive above all else, he smaller Porsche 911 is likely the better choice, s it easily outhandles this plus-size Bimmer coupe.

Yet these cars are all more expensive than the 6 Series. And while cost concerns are seldom of primary concern in this segment, hen a car strikes that near-perfect compromise between coddling its passengers and thrilling its driver that the 2008 BMW 650i does, uch a value proposition is hard to ignore.

Body Styles, rim Levels, nd OptionsAvailable in both coupe and convertible body styles, he 2008 BMW 650i comes with a healthy complement of standard features including 18-inch wheels, daptive xenon headlights, eather upholstery, 2-way power front seats with driver memory, ual-zone automatic climate control, luetooth and an eight-speaker CD audio system with iPod integration and a regular auxiliary audio jack. The convertible has a power soft top with a power retractable rear window.

Two distinct option packages are available: Sport, hich brings 19-inch alloy wheels, nhanced exterior trim and sport seats to the table; and Cold Weather, ith heated seats and steering wheel. Other options include active steering, daptive cruise control, pgraded leather upholstery, surround-sound audio system, D and satellite radios, head-up display and keyless ignition/entry.

Powertrains and PerformanceMotivation for both the rear-wheel-drive 650i coupe and convertible is provided by a 4.8-liter V8 rated at 360 horsepower and 360 pound-feet of torque. Shifting duties are carried out by either a six-speed manual or BMW's new six-speed automatic transmission with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters and downshift rev-matching.

SafetyStandard equipment includes front seat-mounted airbags, ront knee airbags, ctive front head restraints and full-length side curtain airbags (coupe only). Also standard are antilock disc brakes, tability control and a subscription to BMW Assist emergency telematics. Convertibles come with a rollover protection system. Optional safety features include a night vision system that uses a thermal imaging camera to spot potential obstacles in the road up to 1,000 feet ahead, nd a new lane departure warning system.

Interior Design and Special FeaturesAlthough elegant, he 2008 BMW 6 Series cockpit has a somewhat austere feel compared to its competitors. Still, verything's set up perfectly for driving, ith BMW's familiar orange-lit analog gauges dead ahead, thick steering wheel grip and supportive seating. BMW's iDrive control system reduces button clutter to a minimum, aking for a clean dash design but confusing operation of many controls, ven with the addition of this year's "shortcut" buttons.

Thanks to its generous dimensions and a panoramic glass roof in the coupe, he 650i feels spacious for two, ut four adults make for a tight fit. Both cars have an easy-entry feature to ease access into the backseat, ut only the convertible's is power-operated. Trunk space measures 13 cubic feet in the coupe and a still healthy 12.4 in the 650i convertible (10.6 when the top is down), nd both cars have a pass-through to accommodate longer items.

Driving ImpressionsFor a vehicle so laden with technological comfort and safety features, he 6 Series maintains a remarkably direct and visceral driving experience. Although not as nimble as the smaller 3 Series coupe, he 2008 BMW 650i is a very capable performer when driven hard. The Active Roll Stabilization system keeps the big coupe flat around corners, nd the lightweight suspension does its part to maintain traction and soak up the bumps without diluting the lines of communication. Regardless of transmission choice, ou're sure to enjoy the 650i's 4.8-liter V8. Like every BMW engine we've ever experienced, his V8 is silken and anxious to rev. Although there's a nice surge of power toward the top of the tachometer, here's plenty of torque available at any rpm.

SpecificationsLENGTH15ft 10.2inWIDTH6ft 1inHEIGHT
4ft 6.1inBody style illustration may not reflect the actual shape of this vehicle.Exterior MeasurementsWIDTH6 ft. 1 in. (73 in.)HEIGHT4 ft. 6.1 in. (54.1 in.)LENGTH15 ft. 10.2 in. (190.2 in.)FRONT TRACK5 ft. 1.3 in. (61.3 in.)REAR TRACK5 ft. 2.8 in. (62.8 in.)WHEEL BASE9 ft. 1.4 in. (109.4 in.)Interior MeasurementsFRONT HEAD ROOM37.6 in.FRONT SHOULDER ROOM56.4 in.REAR HEAD ROOM35.6 in.REAR SHOULDER ROOM49.4 in.FuelENGINE TYPEGasFUEL TYPEPremium unleaded (required)FUEL TANK CAPACITY18.5 gal.RANGE IN MILES (CTY/HWY)277.5/407.0 mi.EPA MILEAGE EST. (CTY/HWY)15/22 mpgWeights and CapacitiesEPA INTERIOR VOLUME94.0 cu.ft.GROSS WEIGHT4652 lbs.DRAG COEFFICIENT0.30 CdCURB WEIGHT3814 lbs.CARGO CAPACITY, LL SEATS IN PLACE13.0 cu.ft.MAXIMUM CARGO CAPACITY13.0 cu.ft.DriveTrainDRIVE TYPERear wheel driveTRANSMISSION6-speed manualEngine & PerformanceBASE ENGINE SIZE4.8 LCAM TYPEDouble overhead cam (DOHC)CYLINDERSV8VALVES32VALVE TIMINGVariableTORQUE360 ft-lbs. @ 3400 rpmHORSEPOWER360 hp @ 6300 rpmTURNING CIRCLE37.4 ft.SuspensionMacPherson strut front suspensionMulti-link rear suspensionFour-wheel independent suspensionFront and rear stabilizer barWarrantyBASIC4 yr./ 50000 mi.DRIVETRAIN4 yr./ 50000 mi.FREE MAINTENANCE4 yr./ 50000 mi