It’s always sad to see a legend die. Prince, Leonard Cohen, Bill Paxton, or any other. When it’s “game over, man” (I really hope someone gets that reference), it’s always a sad day. BMW’s current-generation 6 Series Coupe has now gone the way of those other aforementioned legends. It’s recently been reported that production of the 6 Series, which was developed at the Dingolfing plant, has been finished since February of this year. We reached out to BMW for an official statement and it’s been confirmed that the 6er Coupe is officially done. The only 6 Series’ left are the Convertible and Gran Coupe. While it’s a sad day, we can take solace in the fact that it will be replaced with the upcoming BMW 8 Series. Out with the old, in with the new, I guess.
I have to say, though, I’m going to miss the 6 Series Coupe. Despite the fact that it was quite regularly criticized for not being as sharp or as dynamic as many would like, the 6 Series Coupe was a great car. It was stunning to look at and still turns heads six years after it launched. In fact, I still think it’s one of BMW’s best looking cars in the brand’s history. That long hood, sharknose grille, short rear deck and low-slung profile were all reminiscent of sports cars from a more romantic era. What a great looking car.
Inside, the 6 Series Coupe was equally good looking, maybe more so. That waterfall effect from the passenger side of the dash down to the center console is one of the prettier aspects of any car interior on the market. All while being covered in contrast-stitched leather. It’s one of the more unique interiors on the market and really felt special. Admittedly, the cabin is the same in the Convertible and Gran Coupe but those will soon be gone as well.
Okay, so the 6 Series wasn’t the sportiest car BMW ever made. It was, admittedly, more of a grand tourer than a sports car. However, it could definitely hustle a twisty road better than most of its competitors, depending on which cars you consider competitors. If you want to compare the 6 Series Coupe to a Porsche 911, then yea, it could have been a bit sharper in the twisty bits. But if you compare it to a Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, its true competition, hand me the Bimmer keys 10/10 times. It did a great job of balancing grand touring comfort with sporty dynamics, being the best of both worlds. The BMW 6 Series Coupe will be missed.
But it’s time for it to go. With the 6 Series nameplate being moved over to BMW’s Gran Turismo body style, the 6 Series Coupe will be replaced by the upcoming 8 Series Coupe (and Convertible). This isn’t such a bad thing, though. From what we’ve seen of the 8 Series, in spy photos and videos, it’s going to be a real looker as well and has a lot of the same great proportions as the recently-departed 6er Coupe. The long hood, short rear deck and low profile are all still present, giving us hope for something equally pretty, or ever more so. Plus, it’s a return of the 8 Series nameplate, something we’ve been begging BMW for, seemingly, for ages. While it’s likely that the 8 Series will go more the way of the grand tourer and will lose some of the sporty aspects of the 6 Series, we do have high hopes for it. What it loses in sporty character it will likely make up for with class and luxury. Think S-Class Coupe, rather than SL-Class. And once it gets here, I have a feeling we’re going to forget about the 6 Series Coupe. Out with the old, in with the new.
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Shut your stinky mouth, foolish bmw fan.
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This pathetic crazy merc Fanboy Frank Morgan should be kicked out from this site.
Instead I’ll kick your stupid ass, you typical empty head bmw fan.
mercedes is shitty taxi company
I agree. I’m just a stupid Merc paid troll. Sorry.
Butt out little stupid merc Fan boy. Moron
I am a low IQ scum? How dare you tell the obvious. I love BMW but Mercedes paid me to be their troll. You have a problem with that?
Fair enough. Any idea if it also concerns the M6 Coupe though ? I don’t see it mentioned but i’d see BMW continuing to build the M model since there will also be a delay between the 8 Series and the M8.
I actually didn’t get word on the M6 Coupe but it looks like it’s also done. Just GC and Convertible left.
but 8 series will be there to replace it but will cost more will be more luxurious right? then the future 6 will be reshaped into a proper sports car directed at the 911 correct?
As far as the 8 Series replacing it, that’s correct. But as far as the 6er becoming something to compete with the 911, we haven’t heard that. From our info and sources, the 6 Series will become a GT, like the 3 Series and 5 Series have. Maybe a 911-fighter in the future but not as far as we know.
How long will the GC be made? As a 6? Will it soon become an 8?
did you know mercedes also might be killing off either the SL or S coupe line in future and they will just use one model. rumour is S coupe and convertible will die for next gen then SL will stay and use the AMG GT4 chasis..or they will keep S coupe and vert and just kill SL like they did to the SLC.
I did not know that but it is interesting. Seems Mercedes has a similar idea.
@Bimmerblog
Your german sister blog has asked Bmw about the rumors and they were told that the production of the BMW 6 Series Coupé has not yet been completed, and the Cabrio and the Gran Coupé can still be ordered as such. All three variants of the BMW 6 Series are still built regularly for several months.
I’m not sure what BMW Germany is saying but our contacts at BMWUSA have told us that the 6 Series Coupe has officially ended production and has been done since Feb.
A pathetic bmw model just like anything else in their useless line-up. So it’s not surprising it goes out forever. I hope the same will happen to bmw as a company, since it is the only useless car company in the world.
lol
mercedes is dogshit
What were you smoking, Dude !!
Not as pathetic as me, a stupid Merc paid troll with no life. Now I’m Also talking to myself. Guys any of you know a good psychiatrist? Please help me.. BMW rules!!! Oh wait.
lol
I am fake news. I love BMW’s I hate my mercs..
Since I was a child “Merc” was short for Mercury and “Benz” was short for Mercedes…..I guess I am from a far different generation! Lol
Over here in SA, when you see a particular model all over the place, you’d assume it’s a global hit. This market is very small – especially for cars like the 6 Series, so, I was very surprised to learn about the demise of the mighty 6.
My gut feel is… what is BMW doing to this piece of popular history? Surely the 6 series isn’t a car you just through out – or change into something completely different (as rumors go). Its got a legacy… great grand daddy E24 still is a head turner, E63 was a game changer and F13 is simply gorgeous. Sales numbers shouldn’t even be looked at… it’s a halo car of sorts.
So, right now, till we know whats coming next, I’m feeling very downbeat about this.
wheres horatiu i miss him
Busy deleting comments
Horatiu B :D <3
It’s the only thing you can do, silly bmw fanboy. The only ridiculous thing in the world is that such a shitty crap like bmw can have a blog. Only empty head drug addicts like you and other bmw fans can love this shitty blog.
6 series a 911 competitor? No! 6 series as SL competitor? No!
This is car blog, you need to get the basics right.
There is a rumor that a future 6 Series will be a Porsche competitor. A different model than the one you see today. Still a rumor though.
I really don’t see that happening… Isn’t there supposed to be a sportier i8 S ?
It was one of the very best BMW designs, both inside and outside, ever and easily the best after the turn of 21st century.
Wonder whether we will be seeing any such designs from BMW ever again.
8 series, you better be very very good.
Not trying to take credit for this news, but I commented two weeks ago that the 6 series coupe was no longer an option on the “build your own” feature.
8 series is going to be very nice, but also very expensive.
Let’s just hope the 8 series will have an equally special bespoke interior as the 6. Not just the 7 series’ interior that is carried over.
Fake news.
BMW 6 series may not be perfect but way better than my unreliable piece of trash (like me) Mercedes taxi.. Darn I need my pill..
What BMW will have against A7 and CLS in the future? Isn’t 8-series rival for S-Coupe?
It doesn’t make sense that BMW would kill off the 6 series when their entire goal was to complete the series numbers 1-8. I’m pretty sure that they’re simply just taking a year or two to recreate the 6 series into a sportier coupe.
I am late to the party: Found and bought new 2017 640i Coupe, Black/Black. Took delivery 12/31/2017. This sat on backlot with no buyer interest. Why did this car fall out of favor?
Firstly, congrats. Great car. Secondly, I’m not really sure why customers stopped wanted it but I can only assume because of its age, slightly dated technology and newer competitors. Personally, I’m still a huge fan of it and think it looks great. Enjoy!
First time I saw one was four years ago, a neighbor’s friend parked his in front of my house and from that day I have been obsessed with them. Sooo sleek….