02-07-2014, 09:06 AM | #375 | |
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So, I've been looking at pictures of this car for a couple weeks now. I've decide it's the coolest new BMW model in years. I want one.
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02-07-2014, 12:55 PM | #376 |
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The cost to produce this car is likely pennies (figuratively speaking)
its a 3 series with a mix of a 4 series body with a hatch. it probably took nearly nothign to develop in terms of incremental costs. They're damn right for building it, and would have been stupid if they didn't. They'll sell plenty of 3s, and plenty of 4s. and to be honest I dont think they give a shit which. In fact theres probably a bit more margin on the 4s as its gonna be marked up in price for like zero added costs in development and in equipment. |
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How do you explain that? |
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02-08-2014, 01:42 AM | #379 |
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Are you trading because you need a hatchback type car or because the 4gt LOOKS better than the sedan? I have no need for a hatchback but unfortunately, you can't always get exactly what you want and have to decide if the plusses outnumber the minuses.
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02-08-2014, 06:01 AM | #380 | |
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Another point about the F36 - as it is packaged now the rear seat is not as suited for three passengers as the F30. This is only an issue for a small percentage of people of course. And BMW could probably put a proper three place seat in there to address this if they wished. |
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02-08-2014, 07:21 AM | #381 | |
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If a sedan doesn't look like a hatchback, it's not a hatchback. I look at the Gran Coupe as a sport sedan with a unique trunk mechanism that is more convenient, nothing else. When on the open road, I suspect everyone else will too. |
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Furthermore the hatchback likely increases the cost which is also not good for competing against other products where that cost is not being incurred. Quote:
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02-08-2014, 10:09 AM | #383 | |
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Love my F30, but the F36 is just too hot to pass up. If you're dating Scarlett Johansson and Kate Upton is just throwing herself at you, it's hard to say no. |
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02-08-2014, 12:00 PM | #385 |
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Even if there's still a bit of boot on the grancoupe, it still is a hatchback and exposes the occupants to wind when you open the cargo door.
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Please when you get a chance, advise on: - when can orders be made - availability of mperformance parts, specifically PPK and MPE (i am sure LSD will be a popular one too) Thanks
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This was the car I've been waiting for! I'm regularly (at least once a week) loading big archery bags and as they are long and bulky, most mid-size sedans simply will not take them through the small boot opening. This one will The fact that it looks a bit sleeker and sportier than the 3-series is a bonus.
Found out about it last Thursday and placed my order on Friday. My dealer contact me on Saturday and said I should have it in May |
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You should be good on the MPE and PPK as nothing about the GC mechanically differs that would affect those parts.
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haha yes that would have been a bad mistake it's definitely the F36 because my salesman says pricing and options aren't available yet. the dealer apparently already has one on order for march build may delivery, and if the pricing and options become available before that one locks in then it will be mine!
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Can someone gran coupe this 4 series, please:
A lot more photos to choose from here http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=866546
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