Production BMW 5-Series GT caught testing in Munich

MarkE90M3 · 05-05-2009, 06:49 PM

The production version of the BMW 5-series GT continues road testing in Germany and the car seems to follow the "concept" car, that was shown off last month, nearly verbatim. These latest shots are high-resolution and shot in real world lighting which I believe show off the true curves of this car that were somewhat lost in the press release photos that were under heavy lighting. Seeing the car in real world conditions confirms to ME that this car has some very well thought out styling cues and will look great from most angles. However, there is no hiding that high trunk that will be an instant turn off for many, but for them, the standard 5-series will be a better fit anyway. This car is everyway meant for a family

MarkE90M3 · 05-05-2009, 06:50 PM

Here is the "concept car" which is basicly the production car from the official press release just incase anyone forgot what this car looks like ==>

Eclipsis · 05-05-2009, 07:25 PM

I think it looks great so far, aside from the concept's hideous color. I'm dying to see what the F10 M5 looks like.

Shevon · 05-05-2009, 07:27 PM

K that GT crap is fugly what are they thinking

1ThirtyFive · 05-05-2009, 07:29 PM

That front end is starting to look a little Volvo-licious. And not necessarily in a good way.

See the S80 concept from '07:

http://directorym.myride.com/content.../id/27914;ride

Njave · 05-05-2009, 07:53 PM

I'm just wondering why should anyone buy a 5 series GT over the sedan? I mean the car looks alright, it's nice actually, but whats the real point? And it sure looks better in white or black than in this color.

RenaultOne · 05-05-2009, 08:37 PM

not cool.

vonsazkin · 05-06-2009, 01:56 AM

fugly. i'll pass on the POS...er PAS.

SoCali E90 · 05-06-2009, 04:39 AM

im sorry but that car looks like shit IMO

Avery · 05-06-2009, 11:02 AM

BMW version of the Pontiac Aztek. No thanks!

Ultraflight · 05-06-2009, 12:51 PM

The shape of the rear half reminds me too much of the Toyota Prius (especially from the 2nd pic), which in my opinion is really not that of a looker...

Ackrite · 05-06-2009, 01:24 PM

It appears that BMW engineers have been droppin' the hammer and really pushing themselves into new territory...

Take for instance their "driver" with a shape-shifting face, as to be completely undectable! Surely some type of human/mutant hybrid capable of gargantuan strengths were someone to try and steal this 5er GT prototype from him!

Bols · 05-06-2009, 02:13 PM

PAS(s) !!!

Front and side may work out and have a lot of potential, the rear is fugly, just doesn't remind you of a bmw but an asian car ... especially when you watch the side curve into the rear, way too abrupt ...

I know a lot of people didn't like bangle (hell he did design the multipla before going to BMW, although i do think bmw paid him to make fiat look rediculous lol) but the bangle butts and bangle generation beemers are still beauties

hope the regular sedan fiver keeps its looks alive

BMWI6 · 05-06-2009, 06:21 PM

this car looks fugly ass hell... what are they thinking? i hope they dont sell a single one.

Ranton · 05-06-2009, 06:53 PM

So many people complaining and ranting about Chis Bangle design direction. This is Ultimately Disgusting. Who knows, maybe this is one of his last pet projects coming to life before he left.

Papa13 · 05-06-2009, 07:07 PM

Front = cool

Rear = Holy crap I just threw up in my mouth

phalien · 05-07-2009, 10:26 AM

pass..

please bring Chris Bangle back.

what is happening to BMW?

JackMac · 05-07-2009, 04:11 PM

Is there really a niche market between the 5er Sedan and Touring? Just because it can be done, doesn't mean that it should be done.

This vehicle - and the 3er GT which will follow - is totally unneccesary, and I suspect the sales figures will agree.

hanmaas · 05-09-2009, 11:48 AM

I fail to see the point of this car. Just like the X6 it is an attempt to fill a non-existing market niche. With the 1,3,5,6,7,X3,X5 already available, there is more than enough choice for everyone to find a car that suits their personal needs/tastes.

hanmaas · 05-09-2009, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ranton

So many people complaining and ranting about Chis Bangle design direction. This is Ultimately Disgusting. Who knows, maybe this is one of his last pet projects coming to life before he left.

Assumably.

Quote:

Originally Posted by phalien

pass..

please bring Chris Bangle back.

what is happening to BMW?

?!? He's the reason for most (if not all) of BMW's design mishaps in the last 10 years. Thank god he's left BMW and the automotive industry altogether, moving on to another field that hasn't been blessed with his designs yet .

Fitzla · 05-11-2009, 06:05 PM

I have not been this embarrassed for a car company since Pontiac came out with the Aztec. This is one hideous car. I am glad I left BMW for better looking cars.

fastcar56 · 11-02-2009, 07:30 PM

Not that great, esp the color of the car in the last pic, I think I need to pass that.
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05-05-2009, 06:49 PM	#1
MarkE90M3 Administrator Drives: E46 / E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: NYC Posts: 3,507 iTrader: (1) View MarkE90M3's Garage	Production BMW 5-Series GT caught testing in Munich The production version of the BMW 5-series GT continues road testing in Germany and the car seems to follow the "concept" car, that was shown off last month, nearly verbatim. These latest shots are high-resolution and shot in real world lighting which I believe show off the true curves of this car that were somewhat lost in the press release photos that were under heavy lighting. Seeing the car in real world conditions confirms to ME that this car has some very well thought out styling cues and will look great from most angles. However, there is no hiding that high trunk that will be an instant turn off for many, but for them, the standard 5-series will be a better fit anyway. This car is everyway meant for a family Attached Images __________________ BMWJOY
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MarkE90M3 Administrator Drives: E46 / E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: NYC Posts: 3,507 iTrader: (1) View MarkE90M3's Garage	Here is the "concept car" which is basicly the production car from the official press release just incase anyone forgot what this car looks like ==> __________________ BMWJOY

05-05-2009, 07:29 PM	#5
1ThirtyFive Registered Drives: Sedona Red 135i Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chapel Hill Posts: 3 iTrader: (0)	5 Series That front end is starting to look a little Volvo-licious. And not necessarily in a good way. See the S80 concept from '07: http://directorym.myride.com/content.../id/27914;ride

05-05-2009, 07:53 PM	#6
Njave Upstairs drinking coffe Drives: E30 320i Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Croatia Posts: 47 iTrader: (0)	I'm just wondering why should anyone buy a 5 series GT over the sedan? I mean the car looks alright, it's nice actually, but whats the real point? And it sure looks better in white or black than in this color. __________________

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RenaultOne Second Lieutenant Drives: BMW E90 328i Jet Black Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: LA / University of California, Berkeley. Posts: 292 iTrader: (0)	not cool. __________________

05-05-2009, 07:25 PM	#3
Eclipsis Colonel Drives: 2010 E63, 2008 E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Beverly Hills/UCLA Posts: 2,192 iTrader: (6)	I think it looks great so far, aside from the concept's hideous color. I'm dying to see what the F10 M5 looks like.

05-05-2009, 07:27 PM	#4
Shevon New Member Drives: Batmobile Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 28 iTrader: (0)	K that GT crap is fugly what are they thinking

05-06-2009, 01:56 AM	#8
vonsazkin Captain Spaulding Drives: 328xi coupe Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: USA Posts: 313 iTrader: (0)	fugly. i'll pass on the POS...er PAS. __________________ 2007 BMW 328xi coupe 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4x4

05-06-2009, 04:39 AM	#9
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05-06-2009, 11:02 AM	#10
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05-06-2009, 12:51 PM	#11
Ultraflight Enlisted Member Drives: AW 135 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bay Area / Davis Posts: 33 iTrader: (0) View Ultraflight's Garage	The shape of the rear half reminds me too much of the Toyota Prius (especially from the 2nd pic), which in my opinion is really not that of a looker...

05-06-2009, 01:24 PM	#12
Ackrite Mr. Gekko's protege Drives: e46 330i zhp Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: West Hartford, CT Posts: 48 iTrader: (0)	It appears that BMW engineers have been droppin' the hammer and really pushing themselves into new territory... Take for instance their "driver" with a shape-shifting face, as to be completely undectable! Surely some type of human/mutant hybrid capable of gargantuan strengths were someone to try and steal this 5er GT prototype from him! __________________ Mi Scuderia: '04 e46 330i ZHP '00 e46 323i retired '84 e23 733i retired "If I don't get some Ackrite...I'ma have to Ack-wild!" -Hitman Last edited by Ackrite; 05-06-2009 at 03:07 PM.

05-06-2009, 02:13 PM	#13
Bols Lieutenant Drives: E90d SG Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Antwerp Posts: 415 iTrader: (0)	PAS(s) !!! Front and side may work out and have a lot of potential, the rear is fugly, just doesn't remind you of a bmw but an asian car ... especially when you watch the side curve into the rear, way too abrupt ... I know a lot of people didn't like bangle (hell he did design the multipla before going to BMW, although i do think bmw paid him to make fiat look rediculous lol) but the bangle butts and bangle generation beemers are still beauties hope the regular sedan fiver keeps its looks alive

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BMWI6 Major Drives: P: 2005ZHP, 2007335 C:Z4M Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Miami, Fl Posts: 1,137 iTrader: (2)	this car looks fugly ass hell... what are they thinking? i hope they dont sell a single one. __________________ If everything seems under control, then you are'nt going fast enough"

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Ranton New Member Drives: 2008 BMW M Coupe - IB Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: In-Transit/BOS Currently Posts: 25 iTrader: (0)	So many people complaining and ranting about Chis Bangle design direction. This is Ultimately Disgusting. Who knows, maybe this is one of his last pet projects coming to life before he left. __________________ 2008 M Coupe - Little Blue Gas Hog 2006 M3 - ZCP - Traded 2004 330i - ZHP - Traded

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hanmaas Lieutenant Drives: 335i Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Europe Posts: 580 iTrader: (0)	I fail to see the point of this car. Just like the X6 it is an attempt to fill a non-existing market niche. With the 1,3,5,6,7,X3,X5 already available, there is more than enough choice for everyone to find a car that suits their personal needs/tastes. __________________

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Fitzla Private Drives: 2008 BMW 535i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 51 iTrader: (0)	I have not been this embarrassed for a car company since Pontiac came out with the Aztec. This is one hideous car. I am glad I left BMW for better looking cars.

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