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BMW 8 Series (G14/G15) Prototype Breaks Cover
BIMMERPOST NEWS BMW 8 Series Prototype Breaks Cover Updated 4/6/18 In their latest camouflage, both the 8 Series Coupe and Convertible M Sport prototypes are now leaving little to the imagination, showing off their aggressive M Sport bodywork. The all new 8 Series Coupe and Convertible will debut on June 15 at Le Mans, as just confirmed today. Updated 12/4/17: The BMW 8 Series Coupe prototype has been spotted in the latest and most revealing camouflage yet. One of the prototypes pictured below is either the M850i (see package details) or 8 Series with M Sport package. The 2019 8 Series (G14/G15) will come to the US in 840i, 840i xDrive, and M850i xDrive model. Internationally, there will also be a 830d and 840d. Updated 8/10/17: It looks like BMW is now fitting many of its current prototypes with production headlights and taillights. Just yesterday we showed you the G20 3 Series with production lights and today the 8 Series Coupe has started testing with its new taillights and headlights, which features an open hexagon design. Updated 7/26/17: The BMW 8 Series coupe prototype has now been spied with the front end design revealed. Updated 7/11/17: New video has emerged of the 8 Series Coupe on the Nurburgring. Updated 4/3/17: First video of the 8 Series Coupe testing on the Nurburgring, giving us a good listen at its thundering sound (likely the 850i model). Updated 3/28/17: The 8 Series Coupe has hit the Nurburgring for the first time. Please see gallery below. Updated 1/17/17: Verdict is still out whether this is the next gen 6 Series or a return of the 8 Series, but whatever it is it's big and sleek. Prototype coupes and convertibles were just caught undergoing cold climate testing. Updated with video: Updated 11/3/16 with newest photos. Here it is, the next generation BMW 6 Series. Or, is it the 8 Series? There's some conflicting speculation regarding the future (or lack thereof) for the 6 Series Coupe. A recent report claims that the 6 Series coupe will be moved upmarket and renamed the 8 Series Coupe to do battle with Mercedes' S-Class Coupe, while others say that the 6 Series Coupe will live on. BMW insider, Scott26, claims that there will be both a 6 Series and 8 Series coupe. Whatever badge it eventually wears, it's looking long and sleek, with design overtones from BMW's Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupe concept. |
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09-19-2016, 09:24 AM | #2 |
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Well that doesn't look like a 911 competitor to me...
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Wow. Where is that? Maybe a new 5 or is it 7 next to it?
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09-19-2016, 09:25 AM | #5 |
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Looks nice!
The back and profile almost make it look Aston Martin-y? Maybe even a subtle Wraith influence? Lol Low and long Very nice
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thread closed....
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09-19-2016, 09:27 AM | #8 |
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Looks like an E63 M6
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This can't compete with the 911. It is huge! Lines might look nice though for a gt cruiser.
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The whole talk of 911 competitor is purely speculation coming from forum members. Not once did BMW mention they wanted to compete against the 911. But most forum members will only hear what they want to hear.
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Because of the 8er. There is no need for the luxury GT. So the 6er has been repositioned hence the low roofline and shallow glasshouse.
The 8er will be the larger GT Coupe now. Similar?
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Looks really nice. Definitely more a class competitor looking than 911. My bet is that it's the 8 series!
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I don't see any pictures of the 8-series. But why is that yacht wearing funny white camo?
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Beautiful profile SCOTT26! Hope the final product is as nice. Seems to be a bit smaller than the current 6 series, can you confirm??
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This is the fourth generation 6er. There never has been a mid-engined 6er.
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