I liked it better when each of the models had their own unique persona
01-14-2010, 01:55 PM
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But now, they all look the same, just in different sizes.
the 7:
the 5:
Kind of ridiculous since the models are aimed at different demographics. I'm a 30-something, I don't wanna drive a smaller version of a car that is made for 50+yr olds (the 7), but I do want something bigger than a 3.
Ugh, BMW has really disappointed me.
the 7:
the 5:
Kind of ridiculous since the models are aimed at different demographics. I'm a 30-something, I don't wanna drive a smaller version of a car that is made for 50+yr olds (the 7), but I do want something bigger than a 3.
Ugh, BMW has really disappointed me.
01-14-2010, 02:07 PM
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What do you expect after Bangle left, he was the energy behind the revolution, they're now back to the old way of thinking, very conservative designs...and don't forget there's a lot of the e90 mixed in too for further homoginization...welcome to the boring new world order 
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Agreed ... 
F01 is the flagship and the F10 is simply a smaller version of that.
I'm sure the next 3-series will look very similar to the 7 and 5 series
F01 is the flagship and the F10 is simply a smaller version of that.
I'm sure the next 3-series will look very similar to the 7 and 5 series
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The F10 could look exactly like a MUCH less desirable car too, so be glad it's family lines are nice to begin with!! 
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Originally Posted by neoe60' post='1090805' date='Jan 14 2010, 02:55 PM
But now, they all look the same, just in different sizes.
Kind of ridiculous since the models are aimed at different demographics. I'm a 30-something, I don't wanna drive a smaller version of a car that is made for 50+yr olds (the 7), but I do want something bigger than a 3.
Ugh, BMW has really disappointed me.
Kind of ridiculous since the models are aimed at different demographics. I'm a 30-something, I don't wanna drive a smaller version of a car that is made for 50+yr olds (the 7), but I do want something bigger than a 3.
Ugh, BMW has really disappointed me.
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Bangle's departure was last year, the development of these cars had to have definitely began and been approved while Bangle was around, so not sure how his departure/absence affected the obvious style shift...as another member stated...BMW has "homogenized" their line-up....
01-14-2010, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by nomis_nehc' post='1090931' date='Jan 14 2010, 08:00 PM
Haha, when you line up the pictures like that...
I totally see what you mean.
I totally see what you mean.
These were just the standard pics they showcased for each model's picture gallery from their site.
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Originally Posted by neoe60' post='1090805' date='Jan 15 2010, 06:55 AM
But now, they all look the same, just in different sizes.
the 7:
Attachment 97231
the 5:
Attachment 97232
Kind of ridiculous since the models are aimed at different demographics. I'm a 30-something, I don't wanna drive a smaller version of a car that is made for 50+yr olds (the 7), but I do want something bigger than a 3.
Ugh, BMW has really disappointed me.
the 7:
Attachment 97231
the 5:
Attachment 97232
Kind of ridiculous since the models are aimed at different demographics. I'm a 30-something, I don't wanna drive a smaller version of a car that is made for 50+yr olds (the 7), but I do want something bigger than a 3.
Ugh, BMW has really disappointed me.
then you will never look like you are 50 year driving a smaller 7er
also it not just BMW.
MB, Audi look the same but different size
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Yes - one sausage in three sizes... It's a shame, particularly on the 5 Series as that's always been the one that could be "different" given that it's essential raison d'?tre was to blend the sportiness of the 3 Series with the luxury of the 7. I like the F10, but I think it's an opportunity missed and it's a shame that BMW didn't have the courage to stay the course and continue the Bangle revolution. As it stands, the F10 is almost as generic as the E60 was rule breaking.