The BMW 6series was launched in the year 1976, and the first generation continued until 1987, when the L6, a luxurious version of the C6 was launched in the global markets. Then the BMW 6series cars were absent from the global markets for almost 15 years, and they finally made a comeback in 2003, as the modern generation BMW 6-series hit the markets.
Insight to the 1976 6-Series Cars
The 1976 BMW 6series cars replaced the 3.0CS/3.0CSi (E9), and the first one amongst them was the E24. Initially, the E63/E64 series was marketed in convertible and coupe body styles, followed by the bigger and better 645ci, as well as the 630i.
During this generation, the BMW M6 was the supreme-most model in the 6-series lineup, and the next generation F12 and F13 6 series BMW cars are going to hits the automotive markets next year.
Major Competitors
The major competitors to the 1976 BMW 6 Series were Cadillac XLR, Jaguar XK, Lexus SC430, Mercedes-Benz SL, and the Audi A5. However, the BMW 6series cars have been the pick of the lot since time immemorial, and the latest generation 6series cars are featured with advanced capabilities 8-speed auto transmission, and many exciting features that were never seen on earlier models.
