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New interpretation of the “Hofmeister kick”.
The side window graphics proudly bear out the new interpretation of yet another
characteristic BMW feature: On the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo the upper
window surround and the shaft cover on the rear side window are made out
of one and the same element. This three-dimensional shape gives the frame
around the “Hofmeister kick” a particularly sophisticated and dynamic look
borne out in new style on the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo as a new interpreta-
tion of this traditional “kick” so typical of BMW design. Here the inner radius
of the “Hofmeister kick” is particularly large, the outer radius is unusually tight,
creating an exciting counter-swing to the roofline tapering out gently at this point
to the rear.
Powerful rear end with all the style of a classic Gran Turismo.
In its design, the rear end again offers a particularly clear impression of the
exceptional features which come with this new concept. The two outer rooflines
as well as the shoulder lines, to mention perhaps the most conspicuous
example, come together in the spoiler lip on the rear lid, giving the rear end in its
fastback style a truly compact appearance.
Overall, the entire rear view of the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo is subdivided
by horizontal lines emphasising the sheer width and the powerful stance of
the car on the road. At the same time this creates a highly attractive blend of
convex and concave surfaces, further sporting excitement being provided by
the negatively inclined surface above the chrome band between the rear light
clusters proudly bearing the BMW logo.
The rear section reaches its full width around the wheel arches where the
distinctive light contour line on the lower part of the bumper adds a further
highlight.
Characteristic rear light design: LED light units with homogenous
light effects.
The L-shape of the rear light clusters so typical of a BMW has been re-inter-
preted on the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo, the rows of lights following a truly
dynamic sweep. The rear light clusters extend far into the side panels, bringing
out the full width of the BMW Gran Turismo also in the car’s night design. Rows
of lights fed by LED units create a homogenous illuminated look.
The brake lights and the direction indicators are also made up of LED light
units positioned behind the rows of lights and shining even more brilliantly once
activated to create a particularly intense, full-depth effect.
| Categories | BMW 5-Series Manuals, BMW Manuals |
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| Tags | BMW 530d, BMW 535i, BMW 550i, BMW F07, BMW Gran Turismo, Brochure and Catalogue |
| Model Year | 2010 |
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