2008 BMW M6 in Randolph, NJ - $15,800

The style of BMW's four-door Coupe with performance by BMW M. The all-new BMW M6 Gran Coupe has joined its famous BMW M5 Sedan and M6 Coupe siblings as what is perhaps the perfect combination of both. The BMW M6 Gran Coupe is an ultra-high performance, four-door Coupe design with stunning aesthetics, race-bred technology, and the signature driving character of BMW M GmbH.

The M6 Gran Coupe is made instantly unique among four-door vehicles by its bonded-in carbon fiber composite roof panel, similar to the one found on the M6 Coupe. Between the doors is a cabin of sensational coupe-like design and first-class materials. The M6 Gran Coupe's control placement and – equally important – control feel are second to none. The four-plus-one seating arrangement allows the M6 Gran Coupe to carry four adults in luxury, and offers maximum seating capacity for five when needed.

The new M6 Gran Coupe features the most powerful engine ever fitted to an M production car, a 4.4L M TwinPower Turbo V-8. All this muscle is directed through one of the most advanced drivetrains BMW has ever developed. The high-torque seven-speed M-Double Clutch Transmission (M-DCT) borrowed from the M5 and M6 Coupe sends power uninterrupted to the innovative Active M Differential, which in turn perfectly balances power between the rear wheels. A close-ratio six-speed manual gearbox is a no cost option.

With this endowment, the rear-wheel drive BMW M6 Gran Coupe rockets from 0-60mph in 4.1 seconds and reaches an electronically-limited top speed of 155 mph in only a few seconds more.

This advanced drivetrain, combined with truly radical chassis and suspension revisions to the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe on which the car is based, ensure that the M6 Gran Coupe's substantial output is transferred to the ground predictably and repeatedly. Each component in the suspension and chassis of the new M6 Gran Coupe has been developed based on the extensive race expertise of BMW M engineers. The aluminum-intensive integral rear axle subframe in the M6 Gran Coupe is rigidly bolted to the body to maximize body rigidity and handling precision.

Reinforced chassis mountings at the front and rear axles ensure that dynamic forces are passed through to the body structure. Specially tuned axle kinematics and newly developed forged aluminum suspension components boasting high strength and low weight meet the requirements of everyday driving and the specialized demands of track use.

M Dynamic Damper Control (DDC) electronically controlled shock absorbers are standard on the new BMW M6 Gran Coupe. DDC uses electro-hydraulic damping force adjustment to provide a set-up suited to the driving situation and the wishes of the driver. The shock absorber settings can be adjusted at the touch of a button. In default Comfort mode, the dampers respond adaptively to the condition of the road surface and the driver's style. Sport mode activates a noticeably stiffer damper set-up, while Sport Plus allows further stiffening of the suspension to achieve maximum longitudinal and lateral acceleration in ultra-dynamic driving situations.

At the touch of a button, the driver can also select from three settings for the M-specific Servotronic speed-sensitive hydraulic power steering. The default Comfort mode keeps steering forces reasonable when parking or maneuvering, but still provides the M brand's hallmark direction-changing precision at higher speeds. Sport ensures the driver enjoys more intense feedback across all speed ranges. Sports Plus is the lowest level of steering boost that can be selected.

Emulating the harmonious blend of athletic prowess and elegance embodied by the exterior design, the distinctive M cockpit fuses sports car style with generous levels of space and a luxurious ambience. The interior of the new BMW M6 Gran Coupe brings together the incomparable combination of the driver-oriented cockpit design of a sports car with the spaciousness and luxurious feel of a premium automobile. Merino Extended leather upholstery, door sills with "M6" lettering, an M driver's footrest, exclusive carbon fiber interior trim and the headliner in Anthracite Alcantara and Leather are all standard equipment, as is the iDrive control system with a 10.2-inch Control Display. This screen is centrally positioned and like the controls in the central section of the instrument panel, slightly oriented towards the driver. The rear compartment offers three seats, the backrests of which can split and fold down in a ratio of 40 / 60 to increase luggage flexibility.

The M instrument cluster with black-panel technology includes classic circular instruments in traditional BMW M car style, with red needles and white illumination, as well as model-specific displays and the M logo on the rev counter. The shift program currently selected and gear engaged are shown in the center of the instrument cluster. Feedback from the drive and chassis settings are also displayed in the instrument cluster under the tachometer.

Dimensions & specifications

Wheelbase: 116.7; overall length: 197.2 width: 74.8; height: 54.8

All vehicle measurements are in inches.

Engine: 4.4L MTwin Turbo Power V8 – 552 hp at 6,000 – 7,000 rpm and 502 lbs-ft of torque at 1,500 – 5,750 rpm.

Transmission: 6-speed manual, M-DCT seven-speed automatic

EPA Fuel Economy: 15 city/22 hwy. (manual); 14 city/20 hwy. (automatic)

Cargo capacity: 16.0 cubic feet

Safety features

Dual front airbags, dual front seat-mounted side-impact airbags, dual head curtain side-impact airbags, active knee protection, four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock, brake assistant, dynamic brake control, cornering brake control, bade fade compensation, brake drying function, start off assistant, traction control, dynamic stability control, rain-sensing windshield wipers, Xenon adaptive headlights with cornering lights, comfort access with keyless entry, front/rear Park Distance Control, automatic headlamps, universal garage door opener, rearview camera, BMW Assist eCall, dynamic cruise control, BMW navigation system, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, push button engine start, tire pressure monitor, daytime running lights, alarm system and adaptive brake lights.

Optional safety features include active blind spot detection, side and top view cameras, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, pedestrian warning, city collision mitigation, speed limit information, and heads-up display.

Warranty

Basic: 4-year/50,000 mile Comprehensive

Roadside Assistance: 4-year/unlimited 24-hour

Pricing

The base Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe starts at $115,000. Destination charges add $925. Gas Guzzler Tax adds $1,300.