Rendering Homage: Racer X Design BMW RZ-M6
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When BMW rolled out the new 6 Series coupe in 2003, it reconnected with a nameplate that had laid dormant for some 14 years. The original 6-Series, produced between 1976 and 1989, earned itself a cult following and iconic status, epitomized by the 635CSi. Some apparently feel that the current 6 doesn't pay enough homage to the original. The people at Racer X Design count themselves in that camp, and are evidently hoping there are more like-minded enthusiasts... with cash.
Racer X Design has caught our attention before with some arresting concepts, including the KC-427 and the RZ Formula. The RZ-M6, however, takes the existing 6 Series and retros it up a bit, in turn paying a bit of homage to BMW's own M1 Hommage concept. The modified body panels would also widen the coupe by an extra 50 mm, giving it a more aggressive stance to go along with the tribute styling. Of course, Racer X Design needs to attract some potential customers to bring the RZ-M6 to life, but it's already a few steps closer to reality than the studio's previous projects. Check it out in the gallery below and read the full press release after the jump.
Gallery: Racer X Design BMW RZ-M6
[Source: Racer X Design via SeriousWheels.com]
PRESS RELEASE
BMW RZ-M6
Inspired by the earlier generation E24 6 series, the RZ-M6 captures the stylish and aggressive looks of the older generations of BMW's and puts them in the current 6 series . This is what the current 6 series could look like, by replacing body panels, yet keeping the basic structure intact. The body is 50mm wider to offer wider rubber for better grip.
The current M6 already offers a high level of performance, with upgrades for even more power available worldwide. The RZ-M6 is designed to show how a 6 series should look like to reflect that pedigree. While aggressive, it's not over the top, keeping the lines of the current M6 structure flowing and factory like. It's not a boy racer's car, it's more mature, more elegant, yet not to be messed with. All this was evident in the older generation BMW's. This is a tribute to the E24 6 series.
Started as a small indipendent body styling company, Racer X Design has a history of designing and building conversions based on top of existing cars for competitions, togather with designing cars and such conversions for international clients. We are looking for partners who have the same passion for the BMW brand and would like to see the RZ-M6 hit production. For more information go to www.racerxdesign.com
History of the E24 6 series
The early BMW sport coupes had monumental performance and style with the added luxury of design and technology. Showcased at the Geneva Motor Show in March of 1976, the 6 Series E24 sport coupes were the successor to the E9 3.0 CSi coupe. The coupe tradition in the early and mid seventies had been so widely successful, that BMW decided the era of 1965-75 coupes needed a successor. Transferring the tradition and image created by BMW with beautiful models like the 2000 C/CS and the 3.0-3.5 CS/CSi/CSL coupes, the E24 coupe captured this same image and effect. The E24 635 CSi touring car was BMWs entrant in Group A touring car racing from 1983 until the introduction of the BMW M3 in 1986.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Yougottabekidding 11:35AM (1/15/2009)
The blacked out section in the middle of the bumper reminds me of Hitler.
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chconline 11:40AM (1/15/2009)
Exactly what I was thinking. Where's the "replaced" BMW logos? ;)
Mr. Luke 12:21PM (1/15/2009)
LOL! That's funny! I like it and I want to see it with those lights on.
Ligor 11:35AM (1/15/2009)
the BMW Camaro
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Matty 11:52AM (1/15/2009)
Exactly what about this design reminds you of the Camaro? Is it the 5-spoke wheels? My car has 5-spoke wheels and I don't think it has the slightest resemblance to the Camaro. If the Camaro looks as good as this car does, in my opinion, I would be at the Chevy dealership now. I would definitely delete the Hitler mustache however.
1970Dodge 12:02PM (1/15/2009)
Funny, I thought that front on view looked like the challenger concept.
Nixapatfan 12:05PM (1/15/2009)
Yup BMW Camaro from the front.
Matty - Just look at the front end it's all Camaro, might have to take off the BMW glasses to see it though. If it didn't have the Hitler stache it would look even more like it.
-recessed grille and head lights
-big grinning upper grille - same shape
-lower pouting grille - same shape here too just much bigger here
http://image.automobilemag.com/f/multimedia/photo_gallery/6703650/0605_a+2006_chevrolet_camaro_concept+06.jpg
Devin 3:09PM (1/15/2009)
Matty, you have to be a BMW lover to not be able to see the Camaro in this concept car. This is BMW's version of the American muscle car, with the exact same front stylistic traits as the new Mustang, Camaro, and Challenger. That isn't to say it looks bad, I actually really like the concept. But to say it looks nothing like the camaro except for the wheels is just plain stupid.
REDBLIND 6:19PM (1/15/2009)
It does look like a Camero with a kidney grill slapped on the front.
But hey, the Camero is a good looking car and so is this concept.
duo 6:17PM (1/15/2009)
The Hitler-'stache is actually a pretty common trend among performance cars of late but it's funny that I've never thought of it that way. Look at the GT-R and Evo and you'll see what I mean. I've even seen a couple of cars adopt the blacked out center bumper/grille scheme.
Kyle 11:39AM (1/15/2009)
LOL@ hitler
rear spoiler.... eeew
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KAIKAI 12:04PM (1/15/2009)
idk i like that spoiler :D
Slizzo 11:40AM (1/15/2009)
That is truly what the car should have looked like in the first place.
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tristan 11:45AM (1/15/2009)
all this time on the renderings. did they just give up on the wheels!!!
but thats just me. graphically its pretty cool
Coco 11:43AM (1/15/2009)
It's the fuhrer! hail hitler!
I guess BMW wanted to do a tribute :)
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garlinski 11:58AM (1/15/2009)
that is sick!
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Koko 11:59AM (1/15/2009)
OK, I'll be the first to go say it, but in my opinion it looks like a rounded off Dodge Challenger to me.
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DjDATZ 12:04PM (1/15/2009)
Wow. That is GORGEOUS!!!
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noodlz 12:08PM (1/15/2009)
Might look similar to the Camaro/Challenger, but it looks 100% better.
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Jim R 12:13PM (1/15/2009)
This is what the 6 should have looked like from the start. This is WAY better than the standard car.
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