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2012 BMW 650i Convertible Photos Released

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BMW's Concept 6 Series Coupe is being unveiled at the 2010 LA Auto Show as we speak, but at the same time, the Bavarian automaker is releasing photographs and details of its new 650i Convertible that will go on sale in the spring of 2011 as a 2012 model for the United States. Final pricing, options and packages will be announced prior to the on-sale date.

If you've seen the Concept 6 Series Coupe, this may not take you by surprise, as the “land shark” pose runs in the 6-Series family DNA, but the new convertible also brings elegance and attitude along with the open-top experience that's unrivaled by any coupe. The new model is longer by 74 mm (2.9 in), wider by 39 mm (1.5 in), has an extended wheelbase of 2,855 mm (112.4 in), but it is also shorter by 9 mm (0.35 in). The dimensions of the car have been tempered with to improve the static torsional rigidity which, the manufacturer claims, is about 50 percent greater than in the previous model.

The fabric-made soft top and the stowage compartment have also been slightly modified, helping reduce weight by half over the previous model. The roof can be operated while the car is moving at speeds up to 25 mph (40 km/h), taking 19 seconds to open and, to keep you from getting too wet if it starts raining, only 24 seconds to close. That's quick enough to keep more than two drops of water from falling in your precious car.

Speaking of quick, the 650i is powered by BMW's newest 4.4-liter V8 engine, with direct fuel injection and turbocharging technology, that yields 400 horsepower and a maximum torque of 450 lb-ft (610 Nm). The engine can be mated to a manual 6-speed gearbox or BMW's latest 8-speed Sport Automatic transmission. Regardless of what you choose, the 650i will do 0-60 mph (96 km/h) in 4.9 seconds and keep accelerating up to 155 mph (250 km/h). More engine options will be available in the range, including a turbocharged straight-six and the higher-ranking M6's turbocharged V8.

The most advanced technology found it's way in the 6-Series Convertible's chassis, with features like Active Roll Stabilization combined with the standard Dynamic Damper Control, giving drivers the best handling and comfort one could expect of such engineering wonders.
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