Used 2006 BMW 6 Series Consumer Reviews

BMW 650i Convertible

After driving a Lexus SC430 for 6 years, the only other reasonably priced car that caught my eye was the Beemer 650i Convertible. I was sold the minute I test drove it. My biggest concern was wind noise through the soft-top. That concern evaporated at 110mph on the freeway. This car is quieter than the Lexus with a hard top!!! Secondly, the car excellerates very well. Almost as well as my '66 Big Block Vette (but it's far quieter). I do miss the 4-speed shifting, but the sport mode while in the manual shift mode makes up for the need to clutch. This car handles like a dream. Lexus, take note: When you hard steer into a corner, the tires don't even while a bit. I love this car!!!

Best bang for your buck.

First of all, you have to know what the 6-series is and is not. It is not a canyon-carver w/ it's porcine weight, but a GT rocket ship most comfortable near three-digit speeds on open road. It's the 2nd most depreciating car on the market, so if you find a good used example, snatch it up quick and thank the previous owner for taking the full brunt of depreciation. No problems and smooth. No car for this $ gets the nods, 2nd looks, thumbs ups, and in one case actual cheers, for it's mere presence. If you're a DIY'er, get on bimmerfest and learn the easy maintenance steps and save even more $. Note: 0-60 is nothing remarkable. 60 - 120 is absolutely frightening.

As always - Excellent!!

Having owned BMWs over the years, I love and expect the superior quality, safety and performance these cars always provide. When BMW came out with the 645 I fell in love with the new, bold and innovative design, but it wasn't the time to buy a new car... and there's always a reason why! When I was ready to buy the 650i had been released and I bought my beautiful Monaco blue convertible. It's far and away the best BMW I've ever owned and well worth the wait! I cannot recommend any other car more highly than this one, it's worth every bit (and more) what I paid for it.

The 650 Rocks!!

Great car - fast, incredible handling - much better than the Mercedes Benzes that I've owned. The back end is still a bit too much Bangle, but performance is amazing.

so sweet...

The car is exceptionally beautiful, with clean sophisticated lines. The top is a wonder and absolutely effortless. The car drives like a dream, it never seems to run out of power. It is responsive and surprisingly nimble considering it's size. I will never regret buying this car.

ultimate driving machine

I have owned Mercedes for the last ten years I owned a Porsche and Jaguar. This is the first BMW I am totally pleased with my 650, its the fastest car I have ever owned, and the interior is not only beautiful but very user friendly, I recommend this car to anyone that enjoys driving.

2007 650i

Total cost of ownership compared to competing cars is much lower. Acceleration and handling is great, so is the sports suspension.

Incredible value

I got my 650i convertible with most options in mid-June and it was delivered flawless and has been flawless in the first 2000 miles. The iDrive is easy to use, although boot-up sometimes takes a while. A few minutes with the manuals is worth the time. The 650 is very well balanced and after break-in seems to get better mileage and has better response. I have owned more expensive cars that do not come close to this one dynamically or stylistically . It is not the fastest car, but it is fast enough for me. Lots of compliments on the design. When compared to cars costing over $20000 more the 650 comes out on top, IMO.

Awesome convertible v8 car!

Well, i finally bought a used 2006 BMW 650I convertible V8 in 2020 and it is in excellent condition at 80k miles. I am a car lover and i have had about 41 cars by now, but this one is the best i have ever owned. Let's face it when it was new i could not afford it for real, the retail price in 2006 was at 85k base price and i have the window sticker that says 88k with options like sport package and winter package plus upgrade stereo system, i would imagine with sale tax at about 8% and dealer fees the car probably leaves the show room at about 95k car. In 2006 the new Corvette only costs 36k. Today 2020 the new 650i would cost 256k. Well, i thanks to all the rich buyers that bought this car new so i can buy it used today. I have this 650i for about 2 months now and i love every minutes of driving it, the driver seat is very sporty and comfy and it hugs you good, the steering wheel is nice and tight no vibrations, it has plenty of power and very responsive, takes off great and very fast, i hit my head on the head rest every time i step on the pedal, i feel like the town is in slow motion when i drive this car, everyone seems to be slow as snail, and every time i take off from a green light i always ahead of the pack and i can see all the cars in my rear view mirror. The suspension is awesome it made for curves and changing lanes, the breaks are super tight on stopping and quiet and smooth. Driving with the top down i feel like a millionaire, though i can still drive faster than most convertibles out there. I have deleted the orig mufflers and added 2 new tips and it sounds great, I feel like people either loves me or hate me when they see me in this 650i, they love me because they think i have good taste in car and they hate me is because they think how can i afford to buy this car?, i did not mean it but my 650i is the most expensive car in my company's parking lot and we have about 80 cars in the lot. Anyhow, i really enjoy driving this 650i it is ultimate driving machine for real, and i have had Benz, Audi, Porches, Lexus, Corvettes, ect...This is my 3rd BMW, my other car now is the 2012 BMW 528I AWD 4dr sedan, that's is also a very nice car. The 650i by any means not a perfect car, my car does not have bluetooth for phone music only for phone talks, the rear trunk when i hit open on the remote it unlocks and that is it, you have to then open it by hand and not open automatically, it drinks a lot of gas for it power. I have no problem with this car yet, but i will update later about a year from now to see if any issues occurred. My convert top is working just fine, but i try not to use it a lot and i try not to drive it in wet weather. The car drives quietly, tight and smooth, powerful, fast, gears shifts smooth , its very enjoy to drive, some times i come home from work and i want to drive some more to satisfy my thrill so i pass my house and keep on driving. i have the upgraded stereo system which sounds the best.

German Gremlins EXIST.. I have them in my car.

I bought my 2006 650I with 69,000 miles. Rides great, runs great, salesman gave me a CarFax that looked great, too...so I bought it. THAT SAID. The first day I had it the parking assist system quit - bad sensor. The entire bumper has to come off to replace it. Then, under hard acceleration, the car started losing all electrical power momentarily, throwing error codes and causing the engine to cut out. They reset on restart, but, well, that's an obvious problem. I was told by a BMW mechanic it is probably the potentiometer that controls/senses throttle position. After eighteen months of owning the car and 23,000 more miles, the driver's side door will not open from inside or out, and I am told it is not an uncommon problem with the door actuator. Great. now I am a race car driver climbing through the window. The power steering rack also leaks and will require removal to repair the seal(s). All these may seem like minor issues, but for a $72,000.00 plus car, this is not demonstrative of very good quality control or engineering. The ride and performance are on par, but I am disappointed with the overall quality of this car, and expected a better experience. It is my first Beemer, and probably my last. I have my eye on a good old piece of American muscle with no gadgets or gizmos - a 1970 Sting Ray Corvette.

Awesome car!

If you can afford this car and want a FAST, great handling coupe, go buy one. My old BMW doesn't even compare to this car. You won't see very many on the road and heads will turn when you drive by. I can't say enough great things about this car.

Best Luxury Sport Convertible

This by far is the best vehicle I have driven, and the best looking. I have had the Nissan 300z turbo and test drove the new Mercedes CLS and the SL 500, there is no comparison the performance and luxury you get with the 650I. The iDrive was confusing until I took about two hours to learn it while parked in my driveway and now it is easy. The voice commands also eliminates a lot of manual functions that comes with the iDrive.

6 series convertible

This car MUST be driven to be appreciated. Once test driven, I had to purchase it. Acceleration is awsome. Dynamic stability control keeps the car perfectly level in corners, as they say, like riding on rails! And BMW quality speaks for itself! Now thinking about the M6, but that may be too much power. This car is the perfect performance luxury vehicle!

The Ultimate Driving Machine

In January, I traded a 1996 Porsche 911 C4 Cabriolet for the BMW 650 C Convertible. This was the first vehicle that had the WOW factor for me since the Porsche. BMW does a much better job with both interior and exterior finish than BMW, has a better warranty, better service, and now has built a coupe that handles as well as the Porsche. The upgraded sound system blows you away and the car is teaching me how to use voice commands. I'm learning. Steering is responsive, acceleration is as good as the 96 Porsche, it is more comfortable than the BMW X-5 I own and I can't find anything BMW has left out. GREAT AUTOMOBILE!! If you can afford own, buy it.

It’s has to be one of the most deprecating cars

My 2009 BMW 650i w/ all packages is the car I’ve held on to the longest. MSRP 128k I purchased it off a 4-5 year lease as I always do, well maintained with 30,000 miles. I’ve had it almost 5 years and there’s 57,000 miles! It’s a coin flip but either way you better have money to throw away or be able to do some work yourself. I changed my oil today myself thinking I’d save a few bucks...$119.00!! That being said I’ve been lucky. You have to get the stem seals changed out which more and more people are doing so that job is coming down in price. Watch the gasket on the oil cooler transfer case. That was my biggest job at $800. The car is 11 years old and a M2 and Alfa Rameo didn’t want anything to do with me on the highway. I cruise at 133mph which my trip computer tells me it’s most fuel efficient at that speed which feels like a brisk 65mph. I’ve had fights with people saying the car wasn’t a BMW and had to show them the registration. If you get one find a lower mileage 2008, 2009, till when ever they changed the body. Although if you can afford newer it’s always nicer. Get a coupe, not the convertible since they tend to leak and break and also fill the trunk or boot with water. No need to tune it unless you do a cold air intake, performance exhaust, and a chip. They ESS supercharger will start breaking all the other parts of your engine. They burn oil...all of them. Clean you PCV valves in the crankcase above the engine. They are always shot, they’re cheap and you can do it yourself in 20 minutes. Alpine White with two tone beige and black interior with calipers painted red is sexy. I’ve been driving around since 11/19 with my inspection up and no cop has yet to ticket me even while getting 2 speeding warnings. It’s the ultimate driving machine

The most amazing car to drive

This car has it all: amazing power (360 hp), exceptionally comfortable seating, ever bell and whistle (every single one!), sexy exterior, and it's a convertible. You will love it... I certainly do!

Very happy

This car is a true driving experience. It is very comfortable even with lower back issues. It has more power than we can use on most California highways. The stereo and blue tooth phone systems are outstanding. A truly wonderful ride in either Sport Mode or Comfort. Recommend that all new car purchases have a complete detail outside their respective dealership and do not forget to include a "clay" of the finish. This brings out the full metallic or standard colors in a beautiful way.

Close to Perfect

I bought this car because I wanted to know what it was like to drive on the autobahns of Germany at speeds they were intended for, and the 650i lets me do that. I haven't had to pull over to the right lane for anyone yet. The acceleration, whether starting from a stop or at 100 mph, pulls you into the back of your seat. Merging and passing is effortless. The car grips the road at top speed (157 mph), around corners, or even on wet surfaces. It makes you feel almost too safe..... I used to be a Mercedes guy, but I have definitely switched. This car drives so nicely and smoothly, has such a simple elegance inside, and turns heads because of its awesome exterior. I am 100% satisfied!

Great car... but

Car is a great blend of luxury and performance. It is really a great driver's car able to do the commute as well as the weekend get away. Trunk is small with top down, but still fits golf bags. Don't get this car if you don't like to draw attention to yourself. Am always having people come over and talk to me about how the car looks.

650i BMW Convertible

I have been used to Mercedes since 1985 and fine this a fun car to drive. Needs some help in the rear seat area. Also needs touch screen when using your bluetooth phone. Passenger side needs memory seats. The "I" (information) button and screen are a little confusing and you have to be careful using it when driving. I did not get the head up option and that would be helpful using the navigation screen and the "I" system

It's been fun

After my 4-years with the SC430 from Lexus, I was unhappy with its soft steering - heard the purr of the 650's engine and fell in love - at last the muscle car I could not afford as a teenager, with the class that comes with maturity (OK agreed - if I was so mature, I wouldn't care - right?).

A driver's car

Super fun to drive. Extraordinary power surge in overdrive. Road handling second to none, even on wet pavement. Haven't had the top down yet due to endless rain in NYC, but can't wait to get to Florida and let her rip.

best convertible ever

This car handles incredibly and offers a very quiet interior ride compared to many convertibles.

Away with the iPod

This is a wonderful automobile except for two very annoying things. 1. The iPod control knob is a disaster. It requires unsafe driver attention to use and is a dangerous distraction if used while moving. 2. The stereo system turns on each time you start the car. This is very annoying.

Dream Machine

Without a doubt, the BMW 650i is the hottest car I've ever driven. You just have to be careful about your speed because as you step on it, you can't feel anything shift... it literally glides from gear to gear like no other car I've driven. I see tickets in my future and I'm not talking about the ones for a show. I had concerns about the iDrive, but I found it pretty intuitive to use and I'm getting more comfy with the voice commands. All in all, the car is a beautifully tuned machine. The front end of the car is a lot prettier in view than the back end. But then the "not so pretty" back end gives the car a hint of less pretentiousnes with a really big trunk.

BMW 650i is the one to get

This car is just an extreme pleasure to drive, the handling, acceleration and features far exceeds the my other luxury coupe test drives. The complaints on the iDrive are understood, but I use the voice control to access just about anything on the menu, without touching the iDrive. I live in the Miami area where there are many, many lux coupes out there, but the BMW always turn heads. Absolutely, no regrets buying this car.

"OH MY GOD"

What a great car Handling and power are incredible. Came out of a 530, never going back. what a ride.

4.8 ENGIN IS JUNK

Valve seals coolant leak oil leaks top gets stuck going up or down

First Month Review

Overall this car has been great fun to drive--a great performer with solid construction. The big V8 provides ample acceleration to dust away those pesky Mustangs. The interior treats the driver and a single passenger to indulgent comfort, but back seat passenger = contortionist. Style, comfort, acceleration, fit and finish all get high marks. Less impressive is BMW's implementation of the iDrive interface, with special admonishment for the MP3 system's inadequate display of song information. Stalwart critics of the Bangle Butt have a point, but are typically so far behind me in traffic that I can't hear them. This is a car that demands attention while putting the driver in command.

Best of the Best

This car is top notch ! After evaluating several convertibles and fun cars and considering the BMW 7 series (there isn't a convertible) I chose the 650 convertible and haven't been sorry !! The POWER is incredible, the looks I get driving it and the special fun of driving with the top down ! GREAT GREAT GREAT car ! Love the voice commands !! J.

Awesome wheels

In spite of Chris Bangle, this car rocks. It just oozes,"Move over, I'm here." Great looks, performance, comfort. It says, "I've arrived."

Overall Excellent

As cars come and go -- and for me there have been many -- this one ranks at the top with my Porsche. Far surpasses the Mercedes CLK430 that it replaced.

What a rush

From the moment I got in, it was and is an experience I look forward to every time I use the car. My only two complaints are 1) the seatbelt is uncomfortable (what one isn't) 2) A slight hesitation off the line. Otherwise an exhilarating and awesome experience.

Gonna Love It

This a sporty car, very confortable for 2 passengers. Lots of power, Stupendous handling. Sound system its great.

Better than expected

I love this car. Driving it is even better than I imagined it would be as I waited for it to arrive.

WOW

It does not get any better than this. I traded a SL500 as I felt it was all name but poor mechanically. What a shock to drive this 650! I am sort of a car nut and buy lots of cars - I have never owned anything this much fun to drive, this comfortable as a sporty car should be. In short, If a converitble is in your future, this is the one - comfortable in the back, plenty of trunk space and no lack on driving thrill. I am a tough critic and this is the best.

To Live For

I just knew on the day that I test-drove both the coupe and the convertible that I was going to get my own coupe. The look says: That's right, I am mean. You insert the key and you hear that aggressive rumble in the back. You press on the throttle a couple of times and you realized that you've been smiling like an idiot. Depress the traction control and activate the Sport button and the car takes off likes hell on wheels. Find a loop and keep pushing against the curb -never touch the brakes- and you'll feel like you are ready for NASCAR. All the while, people will try to catch up with you so they can give you the "thumbs up". The car makes you want to drive while making you look better.

I love it (but!!)

This is the best operating and driving car I have ever owned. My only beef is that BMW forces the iDrive which is at very best dificult to operate. I have been in DP fof 30 years and I struggle with it. The dealers and the consumer service folks are nice but don't understand the iDrive either - I would pay extra to have the car without it!

BMW Engineering at it's finest

Over the years I've had quite a few cars. I test drove the 650 and was instantly sold. The performance is stellar, the handling amazing. This car does everything right. The people that complain about the iDrive, haven't used it or taken the time to learn. I had it down within a couple of days and appreciate the simplicity. BMW has won me over, I don't know what took me so long!

WOW!

I just took European delivery of my 650i convertible in Munich, Germany. I loved every minute that I spent in the car. I am already in withdrawal waiting for the car to arrive in Atlanta! Even though I was babying the engine for the 1200 mile break-in period, I was still amazed at the power and performance even though the rpms didn't exceed 4500. I was even able to go 150 mph on the autobahn and not go past 4500 rpms. In a word: WOW!

AAAAWSOME CAR

This car is EVERYTHING I expected it would be. Great to look at and drive.

FUN

Fast, fun to drive. Looks great and has the comfort of a sedan, at least in the front.

BMW 650i is superb

Some don't like the car, but I have dozens of people telling me how much they like it. I had a 2004 645ci and it went like stink. Now my 650 simply is fantastic. Both cars have the most amazing grip and impart a feel of confidence. The iDrive isn't too bad, if you can't master it you must have a very short span of attention.

Only car that people stop and say nice ride.

Nightmare on four wheels

If you want an unreliable, costly and sensitive car then it’s the perfect car for you. I’ve always loved the way this car looked and I’ve always wanted to buy one. But I can tell you after spending more money on mechanical issues than the car’s actual value, it’s not such a pretty car after all. Don’t recommend getting it