BMW: 9-Series news
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04-03-2014, 10:17 AM
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BMW To Present 9-Series Concept At Beijing Auto Show
From here: http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1...to-show-report
While Mercedes-Benz offers a handful of models positioned above its signature S-Class sedan, BMW doesn’t have a response for any of these, unless you count the unconventional, eco-focused i8. That means if you want the biggest and baddest BMW you’re going to have to opt for a 7-Series, which, as the automaker is discovering, just doesn’t cut in the world of ultry-luxury.
With BMW finally confirming the long-overdue X7 for the full-size luxury SUVsegment last month, it appears the next hole in its lineup BMW is keen to plug is that of a proper flagship. According to Germany’s Auto Motor und Sport, BMW will present a new concept at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show on April 20 that previews a potential 9-Series.
The use of an odd number for the name suggests that the 9-Series concept will be a large and luxurious sedan, likely aimed at China’s chauffeur-driven set. The vehiclewill reportedly ride on a lightweight modular platform that will underpin most of BMW’s models going forward, including those of Rolls-Royce. It is also said to showcase BMW’s new interior design and tech features.
The 9-Series concept will use the largest iteration of the modular platform, the one that will be used for the replacement for the Rolls-Royce Phantom in 2016. If the 9-Series concept proves popular, we may see it developed alongside the Phantom replacement. Thus, the Rolls-Royce could be targeted at traditional luxury buyers while the 9-Series could capture those seeking something with sportier and more modern styling.
We got a taste of what a new BMW flagship could be like with the unveiling of the Gran Lusso Coupe concept in 2013. Developed together with Pininfarina, the Gran Lusso Coupe marked the start of a partnership between BMW and the Italian styling house as well as hinting at the new look future BMWs may take.
Stay tuned for an update.
With BMW finally confirming the long-overdue X7 for the full-size luxury SUVsegment last month, it appears the next hole in its lineup BMW is keen to plug is that of a proper flagship. According to Germany’s Auto Motor und Sport, BMW will present a new concept at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show on April 20 that previews a potential 9-Series.
The use of an odd number for the name suggests that the 9-Series concept will be a large and luxurious sedan, likely aimed at China’s chauffeur-driven set. The vehiclewill reportedly ride on a lightweight modular platform that will underpin most of BMW’s models going forward, including those of Rolls-Royce. It is also said to showcase BMW’s new interior design and tech features.
The 9-Series concept will use the largest iteration of the modular platform, the one that will be used for the replacement for the Rolls-Royce Phantom in 2016. If the 9-Series concept proves popular, we may see it developed alongside the Phantom replacement. Thus, the Rolls-Royce could be targeted at traditional luxury buyers while the 9-Series could capture those seeking something with sportier and more modern styling.
We got a taste of what a new BMW flagship could be like with the unveiling of the Gran Lusso Coupe concept in 2013. Developed together with Pininfarina, the Gran Lusso Coupe marked the start of a partnership between BMW and the Italian styling house as well as hinting at the new look future BMWs may take.
Stay tuned for an update.
04-03-2014, 10:54 AM
#16
I thought this was an April Fool's post... jeez
04-03-2014, 10:55 AM
#17
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04-03-2014, 10:56 AM
#18
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The ultimate will be the 69-Series. 
04-03-2014, 01:49 PM
#19
Team Owner
So they skipped 8 series for now for the coupe but we know the 8 series coupe is coming if there is a 9 series.
04-03-2014, 01:50 PM
#20
Team Owner
04-03-2014, 01:51 PM
#21
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04-03-2014, 02:04 PM
#22
Team Owner
when BMW come up with a Z4 sedan, that will be the day i will ditch all association/boycott BMW.
There is a limit of how much whoring you can do before you became a slut.
There is a limit of how much whoring you can do before you became a slut.
04-03-2014, 02:06 PM
#23
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04-03-2014, 02:21 PM
#24
Team Owner
yah until they come up with a M-i8 high performance E-Car with 0-60 in 3.5 secs and it will last 15 mins on the track when fully charged.
04-03-2014, 03:14 PM
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04-03-2014, 03:36 PM
#28
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German sluts. 
04-03-2014, 04:48 PM
#29
Team Owner
04-03-2014, 06:57 PM
#30
Midnight Marauder
I don't see why this is a knock on BMW. If anything, this is much better for the brand than when they build low-end FWD models and call them Ultimate Driving Machines. At least its an aspirational model.
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