2011 5 Series (F10) Photos in Jet Black [11/4/09]

Mark · 11-04-2009, 12:53 PM

Here comes the new BMW 5 Series. This has got to be the most hotly anticipated new BMW in recent memory. While the current E60 5 Series was a bit of a polarizing car, the BMW top brass has promised this car to be the most beautiful BMW is recent history. What does that mean exactly? The car will likely appeal to all the senses and not carry any distracting or ostentatious design cues that some BMWs have had in order to get attention or stand out. This new trend is reminiscint of 1990s BMWs.

The svelte design will be mated to BMWs current generation of engines including the increasing proliferation of turbo technology. The interior has been seen as closely mirroring what is on the new F01 7 Series as well as the F07 5 Series GT. Take my word for it, this is a VERY good thing. The interiors are at the same time elegant, beautiful, highly functional and extremly high quality. Basicly the opposite the direction Benz has taken.

I can no longer count the times people have spit out the rumors of a November 22-24 official presentation date. If true, I would keep my eyes peeled about 1-2 days before then for the first leaks which will be shortly followed by the official release and then the full press meet and greet.

With the release just around the bend, the car should likely be in showrooms and available to order this spring with deliveries in the early Summer 2010.

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J-Raid · 11-04-2009, 01:13 PM

But believe me, the press launch IS the 24th. I work for a car media (can't tell more), and we received the invitation today saying it will be that day, in Germany

Mark · 11-04-2009, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by J-Raid

But believe me, the press launch IS the 24th. I work for a car media (can't tell more), and we received the invitation today saying it will be that day, in Germany

Thats great news man, I can't wait!

J-Raid · 11-04-2009, 04:28 PM

Neither can I!

Too bad I don't know yet if I'll be attending or one of my colleagues. If I do be sure I'll let you know more

Mii · 11-04-2009, 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by J-Raid

But believe me, the press launch IS the 24th. I work for a car media (can't tell more), and we received the invitation today saying it will be that day, in Germany

Can't wait!

Zirenz2006 · 11-04-2009, 09:48 PM

can't wait to finally see it

EmPower · 11-05-2009, 07:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarkE90M3

The svelte design will be mated to BMWs current generation of engines including the increasing proliferation of turbo technology. The interior has been seen as closely mirroring what is on the new F01 7 Series as well as the F07 5 Series GT. Take my word for it, this is a VERY good thing. The interiors are at the same time elegant, beautiful, highly functional and extremly high quality. Basicly the opposite the direction Benz has taken.

The E65/66 7er interiors were the best in the business. Brushed aluminium touches, with svelte materials and a steering mounted gear stalk were properly executed to the highest quality standards and looked a million bucks!. The F01/02 just does not hold a candle to the E65... they failed miserably with the interior of the new 7. IMHO the flagship should have a different interior than the more plebian models. Benz has copied the 7er in this regard (although the whole design is a mutation of the 7er), and its interiors are a class apart in design and quality. What we are seeing here is a clone of the 7er on the inside and the outside in the F10 and F07. Sorry...BIG FAIL!!!!

uhn2000 · 11-05-2009, 08:19 AM

To me the 5er is a sportier version of the 7 with all the luxury options to BOOT ! It fits me and my lifestyle perfectly. Can't wait to see this released.

the infamous... · 11-05-2009, 08:20 AM

Cool!

kinan_sleiman2006 · 11-05-2009, 08:24 AM

waiting until 24th... it looks promising

yashBMW · 11-05-2009, 08:26 AM

is just cant wait!!! When this beast comes out all the other stupid mid size saloons (Caddy, Audi , Merc) are all gonna piss in their pants!!! :P

GreenPlease · 11-05-2009, 08:44 AM

FWIW, the interior of the E65 didn't hold up very well over time. I know, I have one

Agreed though the F01 failed when it came to interior quality. I was looking for something... more Audi? It pains me to say that but its true.

hokie4life03 · 11-05-2009, 09:49 AM

Does anyone have or can someone post interior shots? So far it looks good!

-=Hot|Ice=- · 11-05-2009, 10:00 AM

I am LOVING the new 5 even more with each and every spy shot

carl_d · 11-05-2009, 10:20 AM

see below

wac77 · 11-05-2009, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EmPower

The E65/66 7er interiors were the best in the business. Brushed aluminium touches, with svelte materials and a steering mounted gear stalk were properly executed to the highest quality standards and looked a million bucks!. The F01/02 just does not hold a candle to the E65... they failed miserably with the interior of the new 7. IMHO the flagship should have a different interior than the more plebian models. Benz has copied the 7er in this regard (although the whole design is a mutation of the 7er), and its interiors are a class apart in design and quality. What we are seeing here is a clone of the 7er on the inside and the outside in the F01 and F07. Sorry...BIG FAIL!!!!

No. While I would agree that the E65 had a great, innovative interior, the F01 interior (though more conservative) is also great, and of great quality. If the F10 interior is really like the F01 and F07 ones, it would be a huge leap from the E60, and also better than the E-class.

Mii · 11-05-2009, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hokie4life03

Does anyone have or can someone post interior shots? So far it looks good!

Fully uncovered interior is shown in this thread:
http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=315630

E39hijinks · 11-05-2009, 11:38 AM

Yeah what are some of you guys talking about? The F01 interior quality is absolutely top-notch. Excellent fit and finish. Best yet!!

MUFCbmwbear · 11-05-2009, 12:26 PM

Obviously it keeps looking better and better with every spy shot, but wow....this is shaping up to be EPIC!

hotrod2448 · 11-05-2009, 12:48 PM

I said it before and I'll say it again. I'm not impressed. I really feel like this is a step backward to "apologize" for the Bangle era. I think the F01's exterior is a bit boring and from what I can see this follows the same trend.

I do like what they are doing with the interiors though. I think the gauges and the center stack all look very nice. I'm not totally sure if I like how the screen is set into the dash or not though. The transition into the screen looks a little like and afterthought.

I also like the direction they are heading with the engines. Lots of torque with reasonable fuel economy is nice.

727jbh · 11-05-2009, 01:43 PM

EXCELLENT

GuyOh · 11-05-2009, 03:39 PM

dayum! this thing is loooking gooood!!!!!!

11-04-2009, 12:53 PM	#1
Mark Administrator Drives: 1M Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: NY / Philly / Boston Posts: 3,864 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 BMW 1 Series M ... [4.04]	2011 5 Series (F10) Photos in Jet Black [11/4/09] Here comes the new BMW 5 Series. This has got to be the most hotly anticipated new BMW in recent memory. While the current E60 5 Series was a bit of a polarizing car, the BMW top brass has promised this car to be the most beautiful BMW is recent history. What does that mean exactly? The car will likely appeal to all the senses and not carry any distracting or ostentatious design cues that some BMWs have had in order to get attention or stand out. This new trend is reminiscint of 1990s BMWs. The svelte design will be mated to BMWs current generation of engines including the increasing proliferation of turbo technology. The interior has been seen as closely mirroring what is on the new F01 7 Series as well as the F07 5 Series GT. Take my word for it, this is a VERY good thing. The interiors are at the same time elegant, beautiful, highly functional and extremly high quality. Basicly the opposite the direction Benz has taken. I can no longer count the times people have spit out the rumors of a November 22-24 official presentation date. If true, I would keep my eyes peeled about 1-2 days before then for the first leaks which will be shortly followed by the official release and then the full press meet and greet. With the release just around the bend, the car should likely be in showrooms and available to order this spring with deliveries in the early Summer 2010. __________________ The new beast. BMW M5.
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uhn2000 Big K... Drives: F10 M5, Cayenne S Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 1,303 iTrader: (0)	To me the 5er is a sportier version of the 7 with all the luxury options to BOOT ! It fits me and my lifestyle perfectly. Can't wait to see this released. __________________ R8GT Spyder '12 / M5 '13 (MT)

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GreenPlease Lieutenant Colonel Drives: BMW 335i e92 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Orlando Florida Posts: 1,637 iTrader: (2)	FWIW, the interior of the E65 didn't hold up very well over time. I know, I have one Agreed though the F01 failed when it came to interior quality. I was looking for something... more Audi? It pains me to say that but its true. __________________ Cars>Women

11-04-2009, 01:13 PM	#2
J-Raid Private Drives: E46 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: All around Europe Posts: 71 iTrader: (0)	But believe me, the press launch IS the 24th. I work for a car media (can't tell more), and we received the invitation today saying it will be that day, in Germany

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J-Raid Private Drives: E46 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: All around Europe Posts: 71 iTrader: (0)	Neither can I! Too bad I don't know yet if I'll be attending or one of my colleagues. If I do be sure I'll let you know more

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kinan_sleiman2006 Lieutenant Drives: BMW X3 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Syria-Tartous-Banias-po box299 Posts: 561 iTrader: (0)	waiting until 24th... it looks promising

11-05-2009, 08:26 AM	#11
yashBMW Superior Genral Drives: BMW 750Li Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: London Posts: 208 iTrader: (0)	is just cant wait!!! When this beast comes out all the other stupid mid size saloons (Caddy, Audi , Merc) are all gonna piss in their pants!!! :P

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hokie4life03 VT Bimmer Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 181 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2002 Infiniti Qx4 [0.00] 2006 330i [0.00]	Does anyone have or can someone post interior shots? So far it looks good!

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E39hijinks EUROFTW Drives: E30 E36 E46 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 179 iTrader: (0)	Yeah what are some of you guys talking about? The F01 interior quality is absolutely top-notch. Excellent fit and finish. Best yet!!

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MUFCbmwbear 1. Man Utd 2. BMW 3. Beer Drives: 09 SG ///M3 6MT Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 516 iTrader: (0)	Obviously it keeps looking better and better with every spy shot, but wow....this is shaping up to be EPIC!

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hotrod2448 grand poobah Drives: E90 335d AW, E70 X5 SG Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 2,003 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 335d [0.00]	I said it before and I'll say it again. I'm not impressed. I really feel like this is a step backward to "apologize" for the Bangle era. I think the F01's exterior is a bit boring and from what I can see this follows the same trend. I do like what they are doing with the interiors though. I think the gauges and the center stack all look very nice. I'm not totally sure if I like how the screen is set into the dash or not though. The transition into the screen looks a little like and afterthought. I also like the direction they are heading with the engines. Lots of torque with reasonable fuel economy is nice.

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727jbh Lieutenant Drives: 2013 M5 Moonstone Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: North Florida Posts: 575 iTrader: (0)	EXCELLENT

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