[/ / / M3]

Originally Posted by nearwater4me

Good point. Makes me wonder if there's a slight contour difference in the bumper cover?

It would have to be VERY slight as the shape under the camo looks exactly the same.

[nearwater4me]

Originally Posted by / / / M3

It would have to be VERY slight as the shape under the camo looks exactly the same.

It does indeed.
I was looking at the L-shaped contour right below the headlights.
The camo does a good job masking the surface below it.
We'll see.

[uhNexus]

Originally Posted by 'Cane

I can speak for a lot of people in this forum, I LOVE the look of my car. Performance is good, but I barely drive 300 miles/month, from home to the golf course to the grocery store, so performance is not a necessity for me.

The look must've grown on you. And if it didn't (meaning you liked it from the start) you're in the minority.

[Ashwin34]

From Instagram, source: @wilcoblok

[Game]

Definitely not as unique or cool as the current...but still looks good.

[jdhiro]

Sorry if this has already been discussed and I missed it somewhere... it looks like the side/lower "grill" openings for sure don't have a mesh, and instead of a CS/CSL style vertical slat.

However... when I look at other G80 pics they also have that same slat and no mesh.

What the heck is the distinction on what cars have that, and I guess it looks like they all won't have the mesh in the LCI?

['Cane]

Originally Posted by jdhiro

Sorry if this has already been discussed and I missed it somewhere... it looks like the side/lower "grill" openings for sure don't have a mesh, and instead of a CS/CSL style vertical slat.

However... when I look at other G80 pics they also have that same slat and no mesh.

What the heck is the distinction on what cars have that, and I guess it looks like they all won't have the mesh in the LCI?

The cars in the photos you’re referring to have the Carbon Fiber Exterior package, it’s optional, and will be optional on the LCI as well.

[domino_z]

anxiously awaiting the lci as i want to do a manual g80 build here in aus

i was looking at doing an alpina b3 but with an rs6 perf on the way, i think a manual g80 would be more complimentary

as much as i am fan of the og angel eye, and i've had several M cars now, i think the g80 actually looks a lot better with this newer drl style

the biggest issue for me with front end was never really the grille, but more the weird oblong shaped 4 series headlights and droopy angel eye look

this new drl sig is better matched to the grille, both are vertical and it all looks more integrated now

[skyline408]

I know i'm a minority here, but I love those new headlight DRLs.

[domino_z]

New pic showing indicator setup

More of a 7 1 setup than the 7 7 in mock up images

I’ll be ordering a manual sedan lci, fingers crossed bmw Australia don’t kill off the manual due to low local uptake

[GolfCoyote]

Man I really don't like those DRLs. The headlight looks a lot less "special" if that makes any sense?

[Forzanerazzurri]

Ya that is definitely a downgrade from the current laser setup which showed alot more design intricacy and depth on the DRL and a much more balanced shape.

[hinckley]

Originally Posted by GolfCoyote

Man I really don't like those DRLs. The headlight looks a lot less "special" if that makes any sense?

It makes complete sense. And may of us agree with you.

Originally Posted by Forzanerazzurri

Ya that is definitely a downgrade from the current laser setup which showed alot more design intricacy and depth on the DRL and a much more balanced shape.

^^ This. Well said.

[HiFi]

Originally Posted by domino_z

New pic showing indicator setup

More of a 7 1 setup than the 7 7 in mock up images

I’ll be ordering a manual sedan lci, fingers crossed bmw Australia don’t kill off the manual due to low local uptake

might be worth getting an order in now and rolling it to the LCI if they keep the manual moving forward. I have a 23 manual and love it. Its basically the weight of the G87 M2 but with 4 doors ...

[domino_z]

Originally Posted by HiFi

might be worth getting an order in now and rolling it to the LCI if they keep the manual moving forward. I have a 23 manual and love it. Its basically the weight of the G87 M2 but with 4 doors ...

All dealer can do at this time is an EOI, but yeh it be worth bmw aus seeing potential orders in system

[DCG]

Oh, no, not again 😩!

I literally have not been on this forum for over a year because of seeing what BMW has done with their bizarre design direction, and their lack of design continuity throughout there vehicle product lineup.

Yes, some things look better in person such as the M4’s kidney grills.

But some things look worse in person as well, such as the iX’s exterior and plasticy interior.

[BeamerBoomer]

Originally Posted by hinckley

It makes complete sense. And may of us agree with you.


^^ This. Well said.

In conclusion, BMW is doing a great job. All people having the old design, i.e driving a current model are happy with it and do not envy the LCI owners. And vice versa, all future LCI owners are happy to get the fresher, newer design. Everybody is happy, well done. Merry Christmas!

[hinckley]

Originally Posted by BeamerBoomer

In conclusion, BMW is doing a great job. All people having the old design, i.e driving a current model are happy with it and do not envy the LCI owners. And vice versa, all future LCI owners are happy to get the fresher, newer design. Everybody is happy, well done. Merry Christmas!

Yep. I felt the same way about my pre-LCI X4. I'm the sort that always likes to have the newest toy, but to my eye, my old X4 and soon-to-be old M4 are the prettier gals on the block. Lucky me. But as for BMW, the whole idea of facelifts and new models is to get consumers to consume. To entice buyers with something new and shiny. The G8x LCI may not be as effective in this case.

Merry Christmas to you and your family as well.

[uhNexus]

Originally Posted by GolfCoyote

Man I really don't like those DRLs. The headlight looks a lot less "special" if that makes any sense?

Yeah they look like a replacement for the 'poverty spec' M3. It's a shame these will be on all LCIs.

[natmad]

The weirdest thing in that picture is the three fingered alien driver!

[Game]

Per the future model thread:
“07/24: Another refresh. I don't think BMW will call it "LCI2" but the changes will be noticeable. The interior will get new materials, trims, glass knobs, Iconic Glow kidneys will become available as an option, there will be new wheels. US and Korea will get B48 and B58 TÜ engines (on paper, there will be 7hp bumps for 320i and 330i, and 7hp loss for M340i).”

Assuming some of these changes will impact the G80.

[chicagofan00]

Originally Posted by Game

Per the future model thread:
“07/24: Another refresh. I don't think BMW will call it "LCI2" but the changes will be noticeable. The interior will get new materials, trims, glass knobs, Iconic Glow kidneys will become available as an option, there will be new wheels. US and Korea will get B48 and B58 TÜ engines (on paper, there will be 7hp bumps for 320i and 330i, and 7hp loss for M340i).”

Assuming some of these changes will impact the G80.

Could you imagine if it was the glow grille?! This forum would burn down…