2012 650i x-drive coupe -or- 2012-13 GTR(depending on the wait)

bim14 · 10-17-2011, 10:35 AM

I was a previous e92 m3, and e60 m5 owner....i sold those cars about 2 years ago, and now have a 2011 cts-v sedan(6mt), and a 2011 Porsche Panamera 4s. I leased the cts-v considering, im not the biggest fan of american made vehicles, even though the V is really luxurious and sporty. So it's about time the cts-v is up on it's lease, and i'm stuck between two cars that I really love, but the only problem is they're completely different. One of the cars I loved was the new 650i coupe, it was simply amazing when i drove it. It had a good kick of power, and the interior was just absolutely amazing, and I feel like the exterior is quite sexy too. Another car, that I've always wanted to get was a Nissan GTR, and considering the 2012 got some incredible modifications, i was seriously considering that until I drove the 650i. Also, i know the 2013 gtr has been rumored to get another +40hp bump, and i think i'd feel pretty stupid just buying a 2012 when a few months later there's a slightly better version out. Anyways guys, i'd love to here what you think on those two cars.....and i apologize cuz i know this is an M forum.

GOLFFRR · 10-17-2011, 10:56 AM

without sounding to biased the new 6 series coupe is one of the sexiest cars i have seen in a while. When we got are first couple coupes in i was instantly in love. To me it sounds like you are comparing a luxury coupe to a race car. What sort of needs do you need for the car? GTR are awesome cars and ridiculous fast, but i know what you mean something about that new 6 series just grabs your attention

bholloway · 10-17-2011, 12:39 PM

Go with the GTR, especially if you're keeping the Panamera. The 650i is a nice upscale luxury car, but I feel like you probably already have that with the Panamera. The GTR might be a little unrefined, but it will probably be one the fastest cars you'll ever drive, plus with a few mods it attracts a lot of attention.

Nine · 10-17-2011, 12:55 PM

Make a list of what you are looking for in this vehicle, and see which way the list pulls towards...

For example...Free Service, Convertible, Comfortable Soft Ride, Seats 4 - this would be towards the 650i.

Or...Extremely fast, attention grabbing, supercar, ....this would be the GTR.

I think the 650i, will be a bit 'meh' when you see the m6 - given the choice between a 650i and a GTR, I would go GTR, but a (new)M6 and GTR...now that would be a very close call...

Sean05 · 10-17-2011, 01:08 PM

GTR

-=Hot|Ice=- · 10-17-2011, 01:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sean05

GTR

Onurleft · 10-17-2011, 04:16 PM

I'd go with the GTR, solely because dynamically I believe the 6 series is just a big fat cruiser and doesn't quite hold to its roots like other BMW models. It's nice, and I know it was a replacement for the "8" but it just doesn't do anything for me. I'd rather have a CL550/CLS550 if I were in that market

Team Plutonium · 10-17-2011, 07:11 PM

GTR/

needspeed · 10-17-2011, 08:22 PM

GTR - you already have a cushy fast assed car in the Porsche......Steve

w00tw00t · 10-17-2011, 08:30 PM

GTR!!!

THE TECH · 10-17-2011, 08:32 PM

I have to agree with most and go with the GTR. We have a 650 and it's not very exciting.

x5lover7777 · 10-17-2011, 09:44 PM

go for gtr if you are willing to pay 18k miles = $2k fluid ~20k miles = $7k brake change
etc

konaforever · 10-17-2011, 09:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by x5lover7777

go for gtr if you are willing to pay 18k miles = $2k fluid ~20k miles = $7k brake change
etc

2012 changed to 36k miles for fluid change. And you can get it done for 1300 or less if you buy your own fluids. Brakes can be done aftermarket for 3.5-4k at 30k miles if you don't track it.

JetBlack5OC · 10-17-2011, 11:03 PM

GTR

New 6-series is one of most overpriced cars on the market.

mylydiamy · 10-18-2011, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JetBlack5OC

GTR

New 6-series is one of most overpriced cars on the market.

Couldn't agree with you more

hc999 · 10-20-2011, 04:31 PM

It is depends on you, if you want a sports car obvious the GTR is your option, without talking the luxury part the 650i cant catch up the GTR in any ways.

If you just want a comfortable daily vehicle then why you don't pick up the new 650i?

themickd · 10-20-2011, 04:50 PM

+1

997GT3 · 10-21-2011, 09:01 AM

As people have said it's really an apples and oranges kind of comparison.
The GTR is a lot more brutal as a DD and touring type car. It's loud(I disconnected the BT because I felt like I was 90 saying "huh?" all the time) and harsh compared to the 6 series. If you can deal with that go for the GTR. The performance is in a different league.
If you can't, I'd say wait for the M6.

BTW, I'll give you a deal on a 2012 GTR once the 2013 arrives

-=Hot|Ice=- · 10-21-2011, 12:52 PM

2013 GT-R.

mdosu · 10-21-2011, 04:09 PM

i test drove a 650 at a BMW event, and put it through it's paces. It's by no means anything close to what a GTR will be like, it's just a big heavy GT car.

10-17-2011, 10:35 AM	#1
bim14 BIMMM3R Drives: 2011 E93 M3 JZB/FRE 6MT Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New York Posts: 395 iTrader: (2)	2012 650i x-drive coupe -or- 2012-13 GTR(depending on the wait) I was a previous e92 m3, and e60 m5 owner....i sold those cars about 2 years ago, and now have a 2011 cts-v sedan(6mt), and a 2011 Porsche Panamera 4s. I leased the cts-v considering, im not the biggest fan of american made vehicles, even though the V is really luxurious and sporty. So it's about time the cts-v is up on it's lease, and i'm stuck between two cars that I really love, but the only problem is they're completely different. One of the cars I loved was the new 650i coupe, it was simply amazing when i drove it. It had a good kick of power, and the interior was just absolutely amazing, and I feel like the exterior is quite sexy too. Another car, that I've always wanted to get was a Nissan GTR, and considering the 2012 got some incredible modifications, i was seriously considering that until I drove the 650i. Also, i know the 2013 gtr has been rumored to get another +40hp bump, and i think i'd feel pretty stupid just buying a 2012 when a few months later there's a slightly better version out. Anyways guys, i'd love to here what you think on those two cars.....and i apologize cuz i know this is an M forum.
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10-17-2011, 10:56 AM	#2
GOLFFRR BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: Golf Cart Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Solvang, CA/Camarillo, CA Posts: 10,938 iTrader: (4)	without sounding to biased the new 6 series coupe is one of the sexiest cars i have seen in a while. When we got are first couple coupes in i was instantly in love. To me it sounds like you are comparing a luxury coupe to a race car. What sort of needs do you need for the car? GTR are awesome cars and ridiculous fast, but i know what you mean something about that new 6 series just grabs your attention __________________ BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR NEXT BMW, PM ME FIRST I CAN HOOK YOU UP! We are Performance Center\|Euro Delivery\|BMW Individual Specialist Need a quote?..Ryan /Checa Email link \| T.805.482.8878 ask for Francesca www.stevethomasbmw.com \| OUR PARTS STORE \| Facebook-STBMW \| Twitter-STBMW

10-17-2011, 01:08 PM	#5
Sean05 Putcha ang ganda... Drives: 08 MR E92 M3 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Los Angeles, Brea CA. Posts: 4,969 iTrader: (9)	GTR __________________

10-17-2011, 04:16 PM	#7
Onurleft Captain Drives: RPM Join Date: May 2010 Location: Baton Rouge and Atlanta Posts: 765 iTrader: (0)	I'd go with the GTR, solely because dynamically I believe the 6 series is just a big fat cruiser and doesn't quite hold to its roots like other BMW models. It's nice, and I know it was a replacement for the "8" but it just doesn't do anything for me. I'd rather have a CL550/CLS550 if I were in that market __________________ Youtube: 95CSL

10-17-2011, 07:11 PM	#8
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10-17-2011, 12:39 PM	#3
bholloway New Member Drives: M3 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Hell Posts: 29 iTrader: (0)	Go with the GTR, especially if you're keeping the Panamera. The 650i is a nice upscale luxury car, but I feel like you probably already have that with the Panamera. The GTR might be a little unrefined, but it will probably be one the fastest cars you'll ever drive, plus with a few mods it attracts a lot of attention.

10-17-2011, 12:55 PM	#4
Nine Banned Drives: Not ZCP, FML. Join Date: May 2010 Location: DC, Miami, NYC Posts: 1,926 iTrader: (2)	Make a list of what you are looking for in this vehicle, and see which way the list pulls towards... For example...Free Service, Convertible, Comfortable Soft Ride, Seats 4 - this would be towards the 650i. Or...Extremely fast, attention grabbing, supercar, ....this would be the GTR. I think the 650i, will be a bit 'meh' when you see the m6 - given the choice between a 650i and a GTR, I would go GTR, but a (new)M6 and GTR...now that would be a very close call...

10-17-2011, 08:22 PM	#9
needspeed First Lieutenant Drives: 10 X5 M/05 F430/12 CTS-V Coupe Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Middle of nowhere IOWA Posts: 320 iTrader: (0)	GTR - you already have a cushy fast assed car in the Porsche......Steve __________________ 10 BMW X5 M Silverstone w/Black on Black interior - Loaded 12 CTS-V Coupe Thunder Gray - Loaded 13 Ford GT500 (650HP Priceless!!!!) as soon as can be delivered 05 F430 F1 - Giallo 08 BMW M3 Interlagos Blue Metallic - DCT (Traded)

10-17-2011, 08:30 PM	#10
w00tw00t Major Drives: 2013 E92 M3 AW Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,289 iTrader: (9)	GTR!!! __________________ M3 E92 AW \| Semi-Stripped Interior \| APEX EC-7 18x10 ET25 \| APEX Wheel Studs \| Akrapovic Evo \| Brembo GT 380 BBK \| Pagid RS29 \| BMC Air Filter \| AiM Solo DL \| OMP WRC Seats w/ Planted Brackets \| Challenge Harness Bar \| Schroth Profi II-6 Hans \| KW Clubsport \| Euro MDM & BPM Tune \| NT01 \| BFG R1 \| NT05 2013 Trackdays # \| 7 \|

10-17-2011, 08:32 PM	#11
THE TECH BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: BPMsport 2012 E92 M3 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Kansas Posts: 11,896 iTrader: (39)	I have to agree with most and go with the GTR. We have a 650 and it's not very exciting. __________________ Check us out on Facebook at BPMsportLabs

10-17-2011, 09:44 PM	#12
x5lover7777 Private Drives: 2010 x5m Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: mt laurel NJ Posts: 74 iTrader: (1)	go for gtr if you are willing to pay 18k miles = $2k fluid ~20k miles = $7k brake change etc

10-17-2011, 11:03 PM	#14
JetBlack5OC Captain Drives: E60&E92 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: west Posts: 983 iTrader: (0)	GTR New 6-series is one of most overpriced cars on the market.

10-20-2011, 04:31 PM	#16
hc999 Enlisted Member Drives: 11 M3 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: NY Posts: 41 iTrader: (0)	It is depends on you, if you want a sports car obvious the GTR is your option, without talking the luxury part the 650i cant catch up the GTR in any ways. If you just want a comfortable daily vehicle then why you don't pick up the new 650i?

10-20-2011, 04:50 PM	#17
themickd New Member Drives: 2009 E92 M3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Portland Posts: 12 iTrader: (0)	+1

10-21-2011, 09:01 AM	#18
997GT3 Captain Drives: GTR Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: North Dakota Posts: 687 iTrader: (0)	As people have said it's really an apples and oranges kind of comparison. The GTR is a lot more brutal as a DD and touring type car. It's loud(I disconnected the BT because I felt like I was 90 saying "huh?" all the time) and harsh compared to the 6 series. If you can deal with that go for the GTR. The performance is in a different league. If you can't, I'd say wait for the M6. BTW, I'll give you a deal on a 2012 GTR once the 2013 arrives

10-21-2011, 04:09 PM	#20
mdosu Help! Can't decide btw MW & AW, 1st world problems Drives: 2008.99989 SSII E90 "Civic" Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 5,886 iTrader: (4)	i test drove a 650 at a BMW event, and put it through it's paces. It's by no means anything close to what a GTR will be like, it's just a big heavy GT car. __________________ Yes, that's a xmas tree in my trunk

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