SPIED: BMW's Next-Generation M6 Gets Snapped

SPIED: BMW's Next-Generation M6 Gets Snapped
Probably one of the biggest stories for 2010 has been the development of the upcoming 2012(?) BMW M5. From spy photos to information, it seems as though there is a story about the M5 every waking moment.

But now it looks like it is going to have some competition by way of the upcoming M6.

The heavily camouflaged mule was spotted roaming about sporting the obvious M signs: massive brakes and quad exhaust.

Although the writer of this post seems to imply we could be getting a look at the first shots of the 6-Series hard-top convertible, don't be fooled. Take a look at the B-pillars closely. You can see that they are quite large and even have an interior lining. Sorry to burst the bubble, ladies and gentlemen.

And, before you run to look at the shots I think it would be wise to advise any enthusiasts expecting upwards of 600-horsepower to pump the brakes. BMW has put out products with less power than the competition and I would not be surprised to see them do it again.

For example, the E92 M3 was said to have upwards of 450-horsepower yet look what we wound up getting. But knowing BMW, the sky's the limit...


We bring you the world's first peek at the upcoming F12 M6 coupe (or perhaps hardtop convertible)! The telltale sign here are the quad exhausts, huge brakes, and cross-drilled rotors. This prototype wears camoflage body panels and the front bumper is that from the standard F12/F13 6-series that we've seen. However, the wheels appear to be upgraded 19" versions with some beautiful high concavity.

The F12 M6 will share the same engine as the upcoming F10 M5 - the turbocharged 8 cylinder motor from the X5 and X6 M (the BMW S63 engine, a 4.4L twin turbo, twin scroll, direct injection), expected to come in at the 585-600hp mark...


[Source: Bimmerpost]








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cs4444cs4444 - 6/21/2010 7:36:41 PM
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Wow the proportions look great! This is going to be on seriously fast supercar.


Agent00RAgent00R - 6/21/2010 7:48:15 PM
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And because it will utilize a modified X5/6M motor it is going to sound AWESOME!


BondMI6BondMI6 - 6/21/2010 11:28:25 PM
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HOT!!!

LOVE the wheels. Looks like 20's and a variation of the M3 Comp wheel.
Can't wait to see the new M6. It may be hot enough to opt for this over spending another 70k on an Aston V8......


uaw_laxuaw_lax - 6/22/2010 2:36:14 AM
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I want one today!


528i528i - 6/22/2010 3:34:27 AM
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This looks like a Hardtop Convertible. You can clearly see the lines on the roof.


JRobUSCJRobUSC - 6/22/2010 12:05:35 PM
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I don't think it is, you can see the B-pillar has an actual pillar inside, it's not just window. Those lines on the roof you're talking about could be the non-retractible glass roof (like the current 6-Series coupe), or they also be a carbon fiber roof panel.


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