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The base price of the new 2012 BMW 650i Convertible was announced at the 2011 Detroit Motor Show and beginning this spring, BMW customers looking for a high-end BMW convertible will have to shell out $90,500.

This week, BMW releases more information around packages and options pricing. In standard configuration, the 4.4 liter twin-turbo charged V-8 engine producing 400 hp and 450 lbs-ft of torque is matted to a 6-speed manual transmission. An 8-speed sport automatic transmission is available also.

Versus the outgoing model, the following equipment has been added to the 650i Convertible:

• 20-way Multi-contour seats
• Nappa Leather
• Comfort Access
• Rear-view Camera
• LED fog lights
• Driving Dynamics Control which allows the driver to choose the way the vehicle responds via 4 modes – COMFORT, NORMAL, SPORT, SPORT+
• 19″ Wheels

Other options include:

BMW Applications – $250
Heated front seats – $500
Ceramic Controls – $650
20″ Wheels – $1,300
Leather Dash with stitching – $1,500
Integral Active Steering – $1,750

Active Roll Stabilization – $2,000

Active Cruise Control – $2,400
Night Vision – $2,600
Beige Soft top – No Cost
Gray Poplar Wood Trim – No Cost
Aluminum Trim – No Cost

There are four packages offered with the 2012 BMW 650i Convertible. First, the Cold Weather Package with a price of $750 which includes ski bag, heated front seats and steering wheel.

Next, Luxury Seating Package, $1,500 and ads active and ventilated front seats.

A $3,900 Driver Assistance Package includes Parking assistant, Head Up, Surround view camera, Automatic high beams, Lane departure warning, Active blind spot detection.

Last, Premium Sound Package - $1,800 (Premium hi-fi, Satellite Radio, USB).

The vehicle will start production in March 2011 and launch in May.

Author: Horatiu B.
Source: http://www.bmwblog.com/2011/02/09/2012- ... formation/