Not too sure how to word the BMW 640i convertible as it is a huge drop top beemer, and most will ask whether this make any sense at all! I love the Mazda MX-5/Miata, Mercedes SLK, and the BMW Z4 is acceptable since a convertible roadster make sense. Even the Porsche Boxster is nice to have. The 6 convertible should only be good to ferry celebrities in a parade or while attending the Oscar, defnitely not a choice for daily drive.
At RM869k, it cost a lot of drive in style. The 6 comes with a 3-litre engine mated to an 8-speeder transmission, producing 320hp/450Nm of power. That's a lot of juice to keep the car on the burning tarmac. Within 19-second, the roof could withdraw back into the rear in between the boot and back seat, keeping space for your weekend luggage. A softtop means it looks classic and luxury, and less storage space. However, maintaining a canvas top require all the tender loving care from the owner. It need special shampoo and protectant to be applied every wash, which means this car could not enjoy the normal RM8 car wash, nor RM150 wash. BMW will happily sell you the Rag Top shampoo kit for > RM400.
The interior is commonly BMW, simple and elegant layout with most control done via the iDrive unit. Again, the meter cluster are as boring, amber lighted. The paddle shifter is a must here. As a beemer, and close to a million in price tag, the 640i definitely
come with all the norm of safety. However, one should look at the
Integral Active Steering system of the car, that turn the rear wheels at
a maximum of 3 degrees. Innovative and brilliant feature!
A huge coupe convertible, there is not much choice in Malaysia. If you really want one, another good choice is the VW EOS, though it is not a coupe. Suggestion: Leave the kids at home, go get a roadster for a good top down drive.
