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The Ultimate
Driving Machine
BMW Individual
The Ultimate
Driving Machine
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The most exclusive way to drive a BMW.
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The top level of achievement is the one you define yourself. After all, true individuality is an art. It fulfils the highest demands – the ones you
make of yourself. BMW Individual enables you to satisfy these demands. With cars whose unique character precisely matches your personal
preferences, and a choice of exclusive equipment combinations where all details perfectly complement each other. And that is why we say
that the top level of achievement is synonymous with the most exclusive way to drive a BMW.
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Individuality means defining your own space.
The enjoyment of special colours, forms and functions – individuality is the driving force behind the desire to shape your own life, set
your own standards and leave not a single nuance to chance. We call this defining your own space. It’s the extremely rare ability to
not just express your own style in everything you do, but to create it. With this in mind, your personal BMW Individual provides a very
exclusive type of pleasure: the one that comes from having realised your ideal – for yourself as much as for others.
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The value of exclusivity
doesn’t last. It increases.
Exclusivity has a high abstract value. The more intensely you experience it, the more it will increase. For the longer
you drive a BMW Individual, the more you will cherish its exclusive ambience. You will enjoy details that you did not
even notice at first: the unique colours, the exquisite materials, the painstaking workmanship. And you won’t want
to miss these details ever again. Which means that the value of your BMW just keeps on increasing.
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The perfect aesthetic experience requires that all your senses be stimulated equally. Which is why you cannot just see the
quality of our equipment, you can also feel it, smell it, and hear it: in the unique scintillating effects of our paintwork, the
velvety soft surfaces of our leathers, the purity of our raw materials, and the rich sound of our audio system. And although
they provide a multitude of different sensory experiences, all our materials have one thing in common: they are chosen
with meticulous care, subjected to the most sophisticated processing, and matched to complement each other down to
the smallest detail. In this way, every BMW Individual represents a harmonious experience, for all your senses.
Experience true perfection
with all your senses.
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The art of giving crystal-clear depth to a colour. Making a paint finish appear three-dimensional requires a special skill. And it is an even more
demanding task to create such brilliance that each hue stands out with crystal clarity. Our Azurite Black metallic paint finish illustrates this clarity to
perfection. The nuances of Azurite under the elegant, deep black surface create a brilliant interplay of colours changing from cobalt blue to dark
indigo and ultramarine. The BMW Individual 20-inch light-alloy wheels with their V spokes, meanwhile, have a dazzling brightness of their own. That
is because they come with a special brilliant paint finish.
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Contrasts in perfect harmony. High-gloss piano finish meets velvety soft Merino leather. Rarely has tension been resolved in such an elegant
manner. Rarely have contrasts created such harmony. Gentle tanning and a special vat immersion pigmentation process ensure that the
BMW Individual Merino leather is exceptionally soft and supple. You can almost feel the softness of the velvety Platinum White surface, just by
looking at it. And the only other people to achieve a gloss finish like that of the Piano Finish Black interior trim are leading piano manufacturers.
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An opulent overall impression owes a lot to fine details. The light BMW Individual Merino leather in
Platinum opens up the interior and conveys a generous sense of space. This is complemented by additional
equipment elements in off-white leather and Alcantara. The roof liner, pillar trims and sunblinds, for example,
all come in Platinum Alcantara. The classy suede appearance of this very hard-wearing utility fabric perfectly
complements the BMW Individual Merino leather.
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Scintillating like the surface of the sea. With an oceanic depth of colour. Depending on the light
angle, the Midnight Blue metallic paint finish sparkles in a multitude of blue hues. Finely-ground pigments
ensure that there is a constant supply of fresh nuances to discover. In the sunshine, they seem to rise from
the depths, in order to attract admiring glances.
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How to embark on a voyage in style. The maritime atmosphere on board this BMW Individual
7 Series is created by the Mahogany wood trim, featuring horizontal maple inserts inspired by classic
yacht design. The BMW Individual Merino leather in Champagne adds a bright and airy dimension.
And the BMW Individual leather steering wheel with wood ring insert is the invitation for you to captain
this craft. A further maritime accent is provided by the velour floor mats in Anthracite.
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Surfing the Internet: BMW Individual Rear Seat Infotainment Online is the innovative Internet
system for rear-seat passengers. Two 9.5" LCD monitors integrated into the front seat backrests
provide access to a full range of multimedia services, including TV reception and DVD playback, with
unlimited Internet access while on the move.
Front-row seats in the rear: the BMW Individual Rear Seat Infotainment system consists
of two 6.5" LCD monitors attached to the front seat backrests. This enables TV reception on the
move, as well as DVD playback in 16:9 format. Control centre functions are shown on the monitors.
Audio quality is simply superb.
Optimum illumination in the rear is ensured by BMW Individual reading lights. These
lights have the advantage of being adjustable – you can direct the light at the precise spot you
want. Their superior brightness and large light cone enable relaxed working, reading and writing.
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The centre console with Piano Finish Black trim and control panels harmonises perfectly with the BMW Individual interior trim in Piano Finish
Black. The armrest features BMW Individual Merino leather. The centre console is only available in conjunction with the optional electrically adjustable
rear comfort seats.
The BMW Individual centre console with table and multifunctional communication unit maximises your freedom. It enables professional office
communications from within your BMW Individual, courtesy of the all-in-one fax, printer, scanner and copier. It also includes an interface to connect your
laptop. The integrated dual-band GSM module, modem and SMS function establish the necessary connections. This version is also available without table.
BMW Individual centre console with fold-out table
and bar compartment: contains two glasses, a paper
napkin dispenser and a storage bowl.
BMW Individual centre console with table and storage
compartment: for storing a notebook or A4 documents.
BMW Individual centre console with two tables:
allowing you to work in comfort using your laptop.
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The noblest form of azure is seen in azurite. “Azure” describes a dense,
deep sky blue. To create this hue for a paint finish, our designers have made
use of a special pigment. Like azurite crystals, our paint finish shimmers in
deep blue tones beneath its elegant black surface. The interplay of colours
is even richer than the azure of the sky. The nuances of Azurite Black metallic
range from cobalt blue to deep indigo to ultramarine.
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Harmony is measured on a very fine scale. It’s very meticulous work when our designers develop BMW Individual equipment.
Down to the smallest fraction of an inch, nothing is left to chance. The full leather upholstery in Polar Grey BMW Individual Merino
leather and the Anthracite roof liner in Alcantara with its elegant suede look emphasise the exclusivity of the interior.
Harmony arises when all the intermediate tones are right. Somewhere between black and white there is the perfect grey.
And the same harmony is also apparent in the way the leather combines with the BMW Individual interior trim in Piano Finish Black,
a high-gloss surface that is usually only found on the world’s leading pianos.
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The stunning effect of this paint finish must be seen to be believed. Moonstone owes its characteristic shimmer to a special optical effect. It is caused
by the way light is refracted by innumerable tiny crystals embedded in the stone. The pigments in our Moonstone metallic paint finish are similarly subtle. In the
shade, they take on a blue-silver hue; in sunlight, they seem to absorb the warmth of the sun, creating golden reflections.
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Enjoyment is a question of character. Much like the most famous sparkling wine in the world, the BMW Individual
Merino leather in Champagne owes its superior quality to careful selection and processing. The result is a leather
which, like Champagne, has great depth of character. Its elegant hue perfectly complements the leather’s natural look.
If you want the best out of them, first you have to give them something. In this case, lots of time to ripen.
Amarone grapes are dried for months before they are made into wine. It is this exceptional process that creates the
intense character of this wine. The BMW Individual interior trim in Walnut Amarone undergoes a similarly lengthy and
sophisticated production process. Only trunk wood with perfect line markings is used. Its brown hue gains additional
appeal from a deep, dark red shimmer.
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Purity and brilliance. These are the hallmarks of vibrant colours. The pigmentation of the BMW Individual
paint finish in Azurite Black metallic makes the colours sing. Under the taut surface of the BMW Individual
5 Series, colours shimmer in hues ranging from cobalt blue to deep indigo and ultramarine. Equally stunning:
the BMW Individual 18-inch light-alloy wheels, featuring the V-spoke 152 I design, owe their elegant looks to
a special, brilliant paint finish.
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Natural exclusivity. In the interior of the BMW Individual 5 Series, exclusive materials
complement each other. Thanks to very gentle processing, our Merino leather retains its
porous structure. So the velvety look is matched by an equally velvety feel. Here, the light
Platinum leather harmonises with the elegant, suede-like look of the BMW Individual roof
liner in Platinum Alcantara. The BMW Individual Walnut Amarone interior trim completes
the picture.
Excellent view in the rear: the BMW Individual DVD System. Two high-resolution 6.5"
monitors enable rear-seat passengers to watch DVD films in 16 : 9 format. Camcorder, digital
camera or games console devices up to 12 V can be connected via the AUX port. The vibrationresistant DVD changer is located in the boot. Two headphones ensure superior audio quality.
The system is controlled via the monitors or the remote control unit.
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Live in concert: the BMW Individual High-End
Audio System. A first-class concert requires
two things – a virtuoso musical performance, and
superb interior acoustics. That’s what our engineers
have worked hard to ensure. First, it presupposes
an exact knowledge of the interior features of the
BMW Individual 5 Series. Then the signal processing
of our High-End Audio System is exactly matched to
these features. Finally, DIRAC technology and speeddependent equalizing reduce undesired noise in the
interior. So the enjoyment of music becomes a pure,
unadulterated pleasure.
An optimised soundscape is a question of
geometry. A perfect audio sound depends
on the arrangement of loudspeakers in the
interior. Together with the central speaker, two
tweeters and two mid-range speakers in the
front loudspeaker system form the basis of the
in-car soundscape. The system comprises
eleven further loudspeakers with lots of power
and tough membranes.
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Polished elegance: the moonstone develops
its unique sheen thanks to a special cut. This
creates the special reflections near the surface
which give this gem its three-dimensional colour
depth. The pigments in the BMW Individual
Moonstone metallic paint finish are equally
subtle. They, too, create a veritable kaleidoscope
of colours under the influence of changing light
conditions, lending the BMW Individual 5 Series
Touring an air of polished elegance.
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Style means getting your colours and materials just right. Our Merino leather in Syrah Blue
is complemented to perfection by the BMW Individual trim in Piano Finish Black. Its high-gloss
surface is the result of a special manufacturing process. The elegant suede look of the Alcantara
Anthracite roof liner ties in nicely with the velvety surface of the leather.
Perfection in every detail: the full leather upholstery in the BMW Individual 5 Series. It features
a much larger number of leather elements than the standard version. For example, Merino leather
is also used on the backs of the front seat backrests, the lower part of the instrument panel and on
the all-leather door trim panels.
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The crystal-clear sheen of aventurine. Crystalline inclusions lend aventurine its
remarkable shimmer. These minute crystals cause dot-like light reflections – an effect
known as “aventurescence”, which can now also be created in the manufacture of
exclusive paint finishes. A new pigment in the Aventurine Silver metallic paint finish
creates a silver sheen that can change into a very subtle chrome green.
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Powerful concentration of colours: The BMW Individual Merino leather in Syrah
Blue owes its name to one of the best red wines in the world. It was the very dark
Syrah grapes, and the complexity of the wine produced from them, that our designers
took their main inspiration from. It is precisely this hue that lends the interior of the
BMW Individual 3 Series Sedan its powerful visual appeal. This effect is supported by
the BMW Individual interior trim in Piano Finish Black.
A sign of expert craftsmanship: The saddle stitch finish is usually reserved for
high-quality garments, for example the lapels of men’s jackets. In the BMW Individual
Merino leather in Syrah Blue, the colour of the stitches is a bluish grey, which makes
for an elegant contrast.
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The emerald among colours. Diopside is considered the emerald among minerals. Its crystals reach gemstone quality. But it takes superb
craftsmanship fully to bring out the brilliant dark green of diopside, which is no less stunning than that of emerald. In the Diopside Black metallic
paint finish shown here, the BMW Individual designers allow the diopside nuances to filter through. The result – a sophisticated, iridescent effect
where black and dark green join forces to create a unique, elegant colour combination.
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The most natural way to display a sense of exclusivity. A gentle refinement process
ensures that the BMW Individual Merino leather remains exceptionally soft and supple. The
Champagne colour shown here, like the sparkling wine of the same name, displays a very
fine structure. And the elegant Champagne hue shows off the surface of the leather, with its
natural grain and structure, to perfection.
Classic extravaganza. What makes our classic Birch Anthracite wood trim so extravagant
is the unique structure of its grain. “Flamed” birch can only be harvested at certain times of
the year, from rare trees growing in the far North. Its anthracite hues create a striking contrast
with the BMW Individual Merino leather in Champagne.
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The art of making precious stones even more precious. A lot of the moonstone’s attraction comes from a special cut, which makes the
incident light scatter and refract in the desired way. Our process of refining the BMW Individual paint finish in Moonstone metallic is similarly
involved. Its degree of light refraction is only surpassed by diamond. Depending on the angle of the light on the surface, it creates a shimmer
which, just like moonstone itself, oscillates between a bluish silver and a warm golden yellow.
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The search for perfection is over. Platinum, in its purest form, is exceedingly rare. Just like our
Merino leather, which requires a painstaking selection of raw materials: by choosing only the most
immaculate skins, we can do away with the usual post-processing of the leather. Which means that
its natural grain and open-pored structure are preserved.
Elegant markings. It is the wavy grain which makes the BMW Individual Maple wood so inimitable.
The shell-like texture of the wood is caused by the light refracting at different angles. The Anthracite
colour keeps this effect subtly in the background, creating an elegant contrast with the BMW Individual
Merino leather in Platinum.
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A silk-like lustre. The ruby is known as the king of all the precious stones.
A lot less well known is the phenomenon to which it owes its silk-like lustre:
minute inclusions in the ruby generate a sheen which served as the model
for our unique Ruby Black metallic paint finish. When the light falls on the
elegant Anthracite surface, it develops a golden red luminosity which seems
to spring from countless pulverised ruby crystals.
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A new type of temperature control for open-top driving. This version of our Merino
leather has a very useful property: it heats up less in the sun. This is thanks to SunReflective
Technology, which reflects a part of the sunlight that conventional leather absorbs. The
natural look and feel of the leather remains totally unaffected by this, as demonstrated here
by the BMW Individual Merino leather in Cohiba Brown. As with the world-famous “Cohiba”
cigar, its unique quality is based on painstaking selection and processing.
Unmistakable through and through. The elegant markings running perpendicular to
the grain are what makes our interior trim in Figured Eucalyptus Red Brown – and thus the
entire interior of your BMW Individual 3 Series Convertible – so unique.
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The art of using colour to sharpen contours. The BMW Individual Ruby Black metallic paint finish creates an astonishing
effect by accentuating the distinctive contours of the BMW Individual Z4 Coupé. When the light falls on the elegant Anthracite
surface, it develops a golden red luminosity which seems to spring from countless pulverised ruby crystals. The raw power of
this coupé is thus beautifully reflected in its exterior colour.
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So familiar and yet a mystery: Just like the process of caramelisation has not yet been fully explained,
our designers do not want to give away all the secrets that go into making our Caramel colour. Just this
much: the colour pigments need to be balanced very precisely in order to achieve the delicious hue that is
used in the BMW Individual Z4 Coupé with extended Walknappa leather upholstery.
Concentrating on the essential starts with the details: In the BMW Individual Z4 Coupé shown here,
elegant Caramel is also used for the interior trim, where it underscores the horizontal orientation of the interior.
These dynamic lines and surfaces reinforce the sporty character of the coupé.
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A surface with fascinating depths. No colour is able to convey such a clear sense of infinity as the deep blue of the night sky. With their Midnight Blue
metallic paint finish, our designers have managed to transfer the night sky’s fascination to the BMW Individual Z4 Roadster. The distinctive surfaces display
a firmament of heavenly blue hues which seem as infinite as the Roadster’s power reserves.
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Pure dynamism. The BMW Individual Z4 Roadster’s low, broad front lends the car a crouching
stance, as if it were ready to pounce. In the interior, the high-gloss BMW Individual Piano Finish
Black trim subtly accentuates the car’s sporty personality. In this way, the interior trim provides an
elegant interpretation of the Roadster’s dynamic design language.
Colours shape surfaces. The BMW Individual Walknappa leather in Champagne conveys a
generous sense of space and elegance. This impression is underscored by the extended leather
trim, with the centre console, door trim inserts and roll bars finished in leather.
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Refined power. The BMW Individual paint finish in Ruby Black metallic lends the surface
of this BMW Individual M6 Coupé its powerful depth. This effect is achieved by special
pigmentation that creates an elegant light effect resembling the silky sheen of a ruby.
A trinity of colours. The BMW Individual interior trim in Walnut Amarone contributes a
deep brown whose red shimmer harmonises perfectly with the Ruby Black metallic paint
finish. The BMW Individual Merino leather in Oxide Brown completes the picture.
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A three-dimensional surface. Moonstone owes its unique shimmer to a special
cut which creates the reflections that are responsible for this gemstone’s unique
look. The BMW Individual Moonstone metallic paint finish likewise requires a very
sophisticated layering process to endow the surfaces of the BMW Individual M6
Convertible with their three-dimensional colour depth.
Powerful contrasts. The complex hue of the BMW Individual Merino leather with
SunReflective Technology in Syrah Blue underscores the powerful looks of the
BMW Individual M6 Convertible. Combined with the high-gloss Piano Finish Black
interior trim, the resulting interior creates an elegant contrast with the Moonstone
metallic paint finish.
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Understatement has rarely been so powerful. The character of the
BMW Individual Ruby Black metallic paint finish perfectly matches that of
the BMW Individual M5. Its passion is modestly restrained. But as soon
as the BMW Individual M5 gathers speed, and the light angles change, a
powerful ruby-red shimmer appears under the surface, emphasising the
power of the world’s sportiest sedan.
Opposites attract. Just like the world-famous sparkling wine, our Merino
leather in Champagne is an expression of cultural refinement. It makes for
a bright, spacious and welcoming interior, which is enhanced further by the
generous leather trim on the centre console and doors. Combined with the
Piano Finish Black interior trim, it makes for a delightful and magical contrast.
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A brilliant way of showing character. A sophisticated process lends diopside a brilliant dark
green colouration that is in now way inferior to emerald. It is the same with the BMW Individual
Diopside Black metallic paint finish. Here, too, emerald hues rise from the depth, creating a threedimensional iridescent effect.
Natural grace is a question of strength. The increased thickness of the material is what lends
the BMW Individual Merino leather its unique structure. Gentle tanning methods and a special vat
immersion pigmentation process ensure a natural look and a soft and supple feel. The Platinum
colour only serves to reinforce this impression, visually emphasising the velvetiness of the leather.
The BMW Individual Piano Finish Black interior trim perfectly complements this look.
BMW M5 Touring is not available in Australia.
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Top quality has many facets. The play of colours in the special BMW M
Carbon Black metallic paint finish is as complex as the structure of carbon
itself. The elegant black changes into a very dark blue, highlighting the
multifaceted exterior design of the BMW Individual Z4 M Coupé by making
its surfaces, joins and creases look even more distinctive.
Tradition meets innovation. In Imola, racing tradition and innovation
come together as they do nowhere else in the world. A similar meeting
also happens in the interior of the BMW Individual Z4 M Coupé, with highquality New England leather in Imola Red and Anthracite underscoring
the interior design’s sporting credentials.
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Roadster colour with a majestic effect. Just as the ruby is known as the king of
gemstones, our Ruby Black metallic paint finish seems to lend the BMW Individual
Z4 M Roadster a regal quality. The deep Anthracite, which in the sun develops a
golden red luminosity, brings out the multifaceted shapes of the BMW Individual
Z4 M Roadster to perfection.
Uniqueness is a question of substance. The unique character of Amarone
wine is based on its lengthy production process. It also expresses itself in the
wine’s dark, ruby-red colour. The same intense hue defines the BMW Individual
Walknappa leather in Amarone. It lends the interior a powerful depth, which is
underscored by the elegant BMW Individual Piano Finish Black interior trim.
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The highest level
is the one you define yourself.
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BMW Individual Exterior Paint Finishes
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Aventurine Silver metallic
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BMW Individual Upholstery Colours
BMW Individual Interior Trim
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Leather Merino Black1
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Leather Merino Platinum1
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Leather Merino Oxide Brown1
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1280 Mahogany Maritime wood trim
1480 Mahogany wood trim7
1310 Figured Ash light wood trim
0690 Birch Anthracite wood trim
0200 Poplar Natural wood trim
0190 Maple Wood Anthracite wood trim
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BMW 6 Series, BMW M6 and BMW 3 Series Convertibles
feature Merino leather with SunReflective Technology.
Merino leather Champagne for BMW 6 Series Convertible
is not available with SunReflective Technology. Will
become available for the BMW 3 Series Convertible from
03/2007.
Only for BMW 3 Series Coupé,
BMW 3 Series Convertible.
Only for BMW 3 Series Sedan,
BMW 3 Series Touring.
Only for the Composition with Maritime Character.
Model series-specific item numbers:
BMW 7 Series: 1090, BMW 6 Series: 1091,
BMW 5 Series: 1090, BMW 3 Series: 1090/1093,
BMW Z4: Option 4ML.
Model series-specific item numbers:
BMW 7 Series: 0431, BMW 6 Series: 0430,
BMW 5 Series: 0430, BMW 3 Series: 0431
Model series-specific item number:
BMW Z4: Option 4M7
Only for BMW 6 Series Coupé, BMW M6 Coupé.
Piano Finish Piano Finish Walnut
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BMW Individual Z4 Upholstery Colours
BMW Individual Z4 Interor Trim
Colour combinations for the BMW Individual Z4. This page presents the paint finishes,
upholstery colours and interior trims available for the BMW Individual Z4. The matrix depicted
below will help you make a selection. It shows the colour combinations that our designers
recommend.
Option 4MM
Walknappa leather Champagne and Gloss leather Black
Option 4MM
Gloss leather Phoenix Yellow/Anthracite
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Walknappa leather Caramel and Gloss leather Black
Option 4MM
Gloss leather Estoril Blue dark/Anthracite
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Walknappa leather Champagne
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Walknappa leather Caramel
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Walknappa leather Amarone
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BMW Z4 Roadster, BMW Z4 Coupé,
BMW Individual leather Walknappa
BMW Z4 M Roadster, BMW Z4 M Coupé
Option 4MM
Walknappa leather Amarone and Gloss leather Black
Option 4MM
Gloss leather Silverstone/Anthracite
BMW Individual leather “New England” Bicolor
Upholstery colours
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Caramel
Amarone
Syrah Blue
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Anthracite
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Ruby Black metallic
Midnight Blue metallic
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BMW M special exterior paint finishes
Carbon Black metallic
Option 4MM
Walknappa leather Syrah Blue and Gloss leather Black
Option 4MM
Gloss leather Imola Red/Anthracite
• BG
•B
Phoenix Yellow metallic
BMW Individual wood trim
Mahogany
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Piano Finish Black
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Leather interior trim
• Recommended colour combination.
NBC43
Gloss leather Phoenix Yellow/
Anthracite
NBC33
Gloss leather Estoril Blue dark/
Anthracite
NBC53
Gloss leather Silverstone/
Anthracite
NBC93
Gloss leather Imola Red/
Anthracite
Leather trim:
LL extended leather trim with BMW Individual Walknappa leather for the following features: seats, headrests, door trim
inserts, centre console, roll bars. Gloss leather Black on door trims, windscreen frame, sunblinds and armrest.
2
LP leather trim with BMW Individual Walknappa leather for the following features: seats, headrests, door trim inserts.
Oregon leather Black on armrest.
3
NB leather trim with BMW Individual leather “New England” Bicolor for the following features: seats, headrests, door trim
inserts. Oregon leather Black on armrest.
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Soft top colours:
B = Black
D = Dark Beige
G = Grey
4MM BMW Individual leather interior trim:
- In conjunction with LL/LP: centre panel in upholstery colour and
edges in Black.
- In conjunction with NB: centre panel in Anthracite and edges
in upholstery colour. Interior trim for centre console always in
Piano Finish Black.
2M6 BMW Individual leather steering wheel with wood ring insert
in conjunction with 4MM: insert in Piano Finish Black. Not for
BMW Z4 M Roadster, BMW Z4 M Coupé.
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Colour combinations for the BMW Individual 7 Series, 6 Series, 5 Series and 3 Series. Our
paint finishes, upholstery colours and interior trims offer you great scope for individualisation. To make
the decision easier for you, our designers have selected some colour combinations for you that will go
particularly well together.
BMW Individual 6 Series
BMW Individual 7 Series
BMW 7 Series Sedan
Upholstery colours
BMW Individual roof liner in Alcantara
Interior colour
BMW 6 Series Coupé,
BMW 6 Series Convertible,
BMW M6 Coupé, BMW M6 Convertible
BMW Individual leather Merino
Champagne Oxide Brown
Amarone
BMW Individual 5 Series
Black
Syrah Blue
Polar Grey
Platinum
Anthracite
Anthracite
Anthracite
Platinum
Anthracite
Anthracite
Anthracite
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
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Ruby Black metallic
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Malachite Green dark metallic
•B
•B
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Azurite Black metallic
• BG
• BG
• BG
• BG
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Blue Onyx metallic
• BG
• BG
• BG
• BG
• BG
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•
• BG
• BG
• BG
BMW Individual exterior paint finishes
Upholstery colours
BMW Individual roof liner in Alcantara2
Interior colour
Syrah Blue
Polar Grey
Platinum
Anthracite
Anthracite
Platinum
Anthracite
Anthracite
Anthracite
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
•B
•B
•B
•B
•B
• BG
• BG
• BG
BMW Individual exterior paint finishes
Ruby Black metallic
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Opal Black metallic
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Azurite Black metallic
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Moonstone metallic
• BG
• BG
Blue Onyx metallic
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Diamond metallic
• BG
• BG
Moonstone metallic
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BMW Individual wood trim
Diamond metallic
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Walnut Amarone
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Figured Ash light
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Midnight Blue metallic1
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BMW Individual wood trim
Walnut Amarone
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Mahogany
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Poplar Natural
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BMW Individual interior trim
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Piano Finish Black
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Mahogany Maritime1
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BMW Individual interior trim
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• Recommended colour combination.
Only for the Composition with Maritime Character.
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Upholstery colours
BMW Individual roof liner in Alcantara
Interior colour
Syrah
Blue
Polar
Grey
Platinum
Champagne
Oxide
Brown
Amarone
Anthracite Anthracite Anthracite Platinum Anthracite Anthracite Anthracite
Black
•B
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• BG
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Syrah
Blue
Polar
Grey1
Platinum2
Champagne
Albedo
Yellow1
Oxide
Brown
Amarone1
Cohiba
Brown2
Carneol
Red2
Interior colour
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
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BMW Individual exterior paint finishes
Black
Black
Black
Black
Diopside Black metallic
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Ruby Black metallic
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Azurite Black metallic
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Azurite Black metallic
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Blue Onyx metallic
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Blue Onyx metallic
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Moonstone metallic
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Moonstone metallic
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Aventurine Silver metallic
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Diamond metallic
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BMW Individual wood trim
Aventurine Silver metallic
•
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Diopside Black metallic
•
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Ruby Black metallic
•
BMW Individual wood trim
Walnut Amarone
•
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Figured Eucalyptus Red Brown
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• Recommended colour combination.
Walnut Amarone1
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Birch Anthracite1
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Figured Eucalyptus Red Brown2
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Maple Wood Anthracite2
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BMW Individual interior trim
BMW Individual interior trim
Soft top colours:
B = Black
G = Grey
Not available with SunReflective Technology.
Not for BMW 6 Series Coupé, BMW M6 Coupé.
Upholstery colours
Black
Piano Finish Black
2
Black
BMW Individual leather Merino (with SunReflective Technology for Convertible only)
Black
• Recommended colour combination.
1
BMW 3 Series Sedan, BMW 3 Series Touring,
BMW 3 Series Coupé, BMW 3 Series Convertible
BMW Individual leather Merino
BMW Individual exterior paint finishes
•B
•
1
Champagne1 Oxide Brown
Black
Diopside Black metallic
Piano Finish Black
BMW 5 Series Sedan, BMW 5 Series Touring,
BMW M5 Sedan, BMW M5 Touring
BMW Individual leather Merino
(with SunReflective Technology for Convertible only)
BMW Individual 3 Series
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Piano Finish Black1
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Piano Finish Black with inlay2
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Aluminium Barite Silver1
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• Recommended colour combination.
1
2
Only for BMW 3 Series Sedan, BMW 3 Series Touring.
Only for BMW 3 Series Coupé, BMW 3 Series Convertible.
BMW Individual Colour combinations
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The BMW Individual equipment options. You can select how much freedom you want. The tables on these two pages show perfectly
matched equipment options for the various model series. The Compositions shown here differ in the number of components they feature,
some of which are also available individually. Composition 1 here represents the most exclusive option. This is the equipment option shown
on the previous pages for the BMW 7 Series, BMW 6 Series, BMW 5 Series and BMW 3 Series, as well as the BMW M Models.
BMW Individual 7 Series
BMW Individual 6 Series
BMW Individual 5 Series
BMW Individual 3 Series
Composition 1
Composition 2
Composition 3
Composition 1
with Maritime Character
Composition 2
with Maritime Character
Composition 1
Composition 2
Composition 1
Composition 2
Composition 1
Composition 2
BMW Individual paint finish1
BMW Individual paint finish1
BMW Individual paint finish1
BMW Individual paint finish in
Midnight Blue metallic
BMW Individual paint finish in
Midnight Blue metallic
BMW Individual paint finish
BMW Individual paint finish
BMW Individual paint finish1
BMW Individual paint finish1
BMW Individual paint finish1
BMW Individual paint finish1
Full leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino2
Full leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino2
Extended leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino2
Full leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino
Champagne, Syrah Blue or
Oxide Brown
Extended leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino
Champagne, Syrah Blue or
Oxide Brown
Full leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino3 (with
leather-covered instrument panel)
Extended leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino3 (without
leather-covered instrument panel)
Full leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino2
Extended leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino2
Full leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino3, 6
Extended leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino3, 6
Extended leather upholstery
BMW Individual leather Merino3, 6
BMW Individual interior trim
including roof grab handles
BMW Individual interior trim
including roof grab handles
BMW Individual interior trim
including roof grab handles
BMW Individual Mahogany
Maritime wood trim
BMW Individual Mahogany
Maritime wood trim
BMW Individual interior trim
including clasp4 on gearshift/
selector lever
BMW Individual interior trim
including clasp4 on gearshift/
selector lever
BMW Individual interior trim
BMW Individual interior trim
BMW Individual interior trim
BMW Individual interior trim
BMW Individual interior trim
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring insert4
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring insert4
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring insert4, 5
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring insert4, 5
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring5 or leather
ring insert5, 7
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring5 or leather
ring insert5, 7
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring5 or leather
ring insert5, 7
Velour floor mats with leather edging
in BMW Individual upholstery colour7
Velour floor mats with leather edging
in BMW Individual upholstery colour7
Velour floor mats with leather edging
in BMW Individual upholstery colour7
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring insert
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring insert
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring insert
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring insert
BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring insert
Storage net in front passenger
footwell
Storage net in front passenger
footwell
Storage net in front passenger
footwell
Storage net in front passenger
footwell
Storage net in front passenger
footwell
Velour floor mats in Anthracite
with embroidered compass rose
Velour floor mats in Anthracite
with embroidered compass rose
BMW Individual roof liner in Alcantara
and parcel shelf in Alcantara
BMW Individual roof liner in Alcantara
(Coupé only)
BMW Individual entry sills,
illuminated4
BMW Individual entry sills,
illuminated4
BMW Individual roof liner
in Alcantara
Composition 3
BMW Individual entry sills,
illuminated
BMW Individual entry sills,
illuminated
BMW Individual entry sills,
illuminated
BMW Individual entry sills,
illuminated
BMW Individual entry sills,
illuminated
Soft top fabric in Black
(Convertible only)
Soft top fabric in Black
(Convertible only)
Entry sills with BMW Individual
lettering4, 5
Entry sills with BMW Individual
lettering4, 5
Entry sills in stainless steel with
BMW Individual lettering5
Entry sills in stainless steel with
BMW Individual lettering5
Entry sills in stainless steel with
BMW Individual lettering5
Only in combination with
(at extra charge):
Only in combination with
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Option 255 sports leather
steering wheel
Option 255 sports leather
steering wheel
Option 255 sports leather
steering wheel
Option 255 sports leather
steering wheel
Option 255 sports leather
steering wheel
Option 442 cup-holders
Option 442 cup-holders
Option 255 sports leather steering
wheel
Option 249 multifunction for
steering wheel
Option 249 multifunction for
steering wheel
Option 249 multifunction for
steering wheel
Option 416 sunblinds (730 Li,
730 Ld, 740 Li, 750 Li)
Option 416 sunblinds (730 Li,
730 Ld, 740 Li, 750 Li)
Option 416 sunblinds (730 Li,
730 Ld, 740 Li, 750 Li)
Option 416 sunblinds (730 Li,
730 Ld, 740 Li, 750 Li)
Option 760 BMW Individual High
Gloss Satin Chrome
Option 255 sports leather steering
wheel
Option 416 sunblinds (730 Li,
730 Ld, 740 Li, 750 Li)
Option 760 BMW Individual High
Gloss Satin Chrome
Option 442 cup-holders
Option 255 sports leather
steering wheel8
Option 255 sports leather
steering wheel8
Option 775 BMW Individual
roof liner, Anthracite
Option 423 velour floor mats,
Anthracite
Option 423 velour floor mats,
Anthracite
Option 473 front armrest
(standard on 550i, 540i, 535d)
Option 255 sports leather
steering wheel8
Option 775 BMW Individual
roof liner, Anthracite
Option 775 BMW Individual
roof liner, Anthracite
Option 473 front armrest
(standard on 550i, 540i, 535d)
Option 2M2 BMW Individual
light-alloy wheels, V-spoke 152 l,
20 inch
Option 775 BMW Individual
roof liner, Anthracite
(Convertible only)
Option 563 lights package
Option 423 velour floor mats in
Anthracite7
Option 423 velour floor mats in
Anthracite7
Option 760 BMW Individual High
Gloss Satin Chrome
Option 2M1 BMW Individual lightalloy wheels, V-spoke 152 l, 19 inch4
Option 563 lights package
Option 423 velour floor mats in
Anthracite7
Option 760 BMW Individual
High Gloss Satin Chrome
Option 2M1 BMW Individual lightalloy wheels, V-spoke 152 l, 19 inch4
Option 520 fog lamps8
Option 520 fog lamps8
Option 776 BMW Individual roof liner
and parcel shelf, Alcantara Anthracite
Option 775 BMW Individual roof liner
and parcel shelf, Anthracite
Option 775 BMW Individual roof liner,
Anthracite (not for Convertible)
Option 775 BMW Individual
roof liner, Anthracite
(not for Convertible)
Option 775 BMW Individual
roof liner, Anthracite
(not for Convertible)
Option 2M0 BMW Individual
light-alloy wheels, V-spoke 152 l,
18 inch4, 5
Option 775 BMW Individual
roof liner, Anthracite
Option 2M0 BMW Individual lightalloy wheels, V-spoke 152 l, 18 inch5
Option 2M2 BMW Individual lightalloy wheels, V-spoke 152 l, 20 inch
BMW Individual Optional Equipment
BMW Individual Rear Seat Infotainment Online
BMW Individual Rear Seat Infotainment
BMW Individual multifunctional centre console with table and storage compartment
BMW Individual multifunctional centre console with table and bar compartment
BMW Individual multifunctional centre console with two tables
BMW Individual multifunctional centre console with table and multifunctional communication unit
BMW Individual multifunctional communication unit
BMW Individual reading lights in the rear
Option 2M0 BMW Individual lightalloy wheels, V-spoke 152 l, 18 inch5
BMW Individual Optional Equipment
BMW Individual Optional Equipment
BMW Individual Optional Equipment
Option 752 BMW Individual High-End Audio System (BMW M6 only)
BMW Individual DVD System
Option 752 BMW Individual High-End Audio System
Option 2M8 BMW Individual light-alloy wheels V-spoke 228 I, 19 inch7
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
BMW Individual paint finishes recommended in combination
with option 760 BMW Individual High Gloss Satin Chrome.
In combination with option 453/454 active seat ventilation,
perforated leather features on the seat are in BMW Individual
leather Merino with BMW Individual perforation; only available
in conjunction with option 456 comfort seats, front, electrically
adjustable.
BMW 6 Series, BMW M6 and BMW 3 Series Convertibles
feature Merino leather with SunReflective Technology.
Not available for BMW M models.
Not in combination with option 337 M sports package.
Saddle stitch finish only available in conjunction with
option 481 sports seats.
Only for BMW 3 Series Coupé, BMW 3 Series Convertible.
Only for BMW 3 Series Sedan, BMW 3 Series Touring.
BMW Individual Compositions
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BMW Individual paint finishes are set apart from
standard exterior colours by their iridescent surface
and exceptional brilliance.
The secret of our colours lies in the
pigmentation. When you look at one of
our paint finishes, you will see a whole
rainbow of colours, which is caused by the
interplay of various pigments. Depending on
how the light falls onto the paintwork, they
create a multitude of different hues. This
adds some glorious depth to the surface.
BMW uses different types of pigments,
depending on the final colour, and is one of
the first manufacturers to work with Xirallic®
pigments. This is a special type of pigment
which allows for very strong reflection,
bringing an additional dimension of sparkle
to the final paint finish. The colours appear
more intense and brilliant. Xirallic® is not
used for standard production cars. These
pigments are reserved for our Ruby Black
metallic and Azurite Black metallic paint
finishes.
Titanium dioxide is a pigment which gives
lighter coloured paint finishes their
unmistakable shimmer. Its ultra high refractivity
is only surpassed by that of diamond. Titanium
dioxide is used in our Moonstone metallic
and Aventurine Silver metallic paint finishes.
In Moonstone metallic, it creates a perfect
shimmering effect which alternates between
bluish and golden yellow.
Variochrome® is another pigment which,
depending on the viewing angle, causes a
multitude of hues to appear underneath
the surface. A little light is enough to bring
out the scintillating brightness of these
pigments. Another of their characteristics
is the so-called flop effect, which gives our
Diamond metallic paint finish its exclusive,
gem-like shimmer in a process exclusively
used by BMW Individual.
Each BMW Individual colour is unique.
So is the sheer variety of our colours. In
addition to the BMW Individual paint finishes
already mentioned, which include Azurite
Black metallic, Ruby Black metallic, Diamond
metallic and Moonstone metallic, we offer
a number of other colours with elegant
iridescent effects.
One example is our Opal Black metallic paint
finish, which, depending on the viewing
angle, appears in a variety of hues from dark
blue to teal.
The dark blue Blue Onyx metallic paint finish
makes a strong statement by virtue of its
black pigments. The pigments in this paint
finish are larger, which makes for an elegant
mirror-like effect.
The larger pigments used in the Diopside
Black metallic finish create a three-dimensional
contouring effect.
Malachite Green dark metallic scintillates in
a seemingly endless number of green hues,
reminiscent of the malachite gemstone.
The pigments in our Midnight Blue metallic
finish create an iridescent effect with a
multitude of dark blue hues.
Did you know that each BMW Individual
paint finish is applied in five layers to the
surface of the car? The first three layers,
albeit not visible in the finished product, play
a crucial role. Their job is to cleanse and
prime the surface, to improve adhesion and
protect against corrosion. A hydro filler
protects against stone chip damage. Only
the fourth layer contains the pigments and
gives the colour effect. The fifth layer gives
our paint finishes its unmatched shine and
acts as a protective coating against
scratches.
BMW Individual leather Merino stands out by not requiring
any surface treatment. So the surface retains its natural appeal,
making it more exclusive, softer and more comfortable.
BMW Individual wood trims are
distinguished from standard trims by their
special grain and colouration. Their high
quality is due to stringent selection – only
the best pieces are used.
Greater comfort thanks to soft surfaces
and open-pore texture. Our BMW Individual
Merino leather is saturated in pigments
during a special vat immersion process which
makes the leather soak up the colour. This
process allows us to do away with additional
treatments where colour layers are applied to
the surface of the leather. Dying the surface
with chemicals – a common practice with
other types of leather – is not necessary. And
since our Merino leather can do very well
without these secondary treatments, it remains
soft and supple.
BMW Individual wood trims are handpicked. Obviously, only a small number of
wood pieces can live up to the expectations
of our craftspeople. This is all about selecting
the perfect grain. All woods have been
treated in an environmentally friendly manner.
Depending on the type of wood, however,
there are subtle differences:
Another distinguishing characteristic that
sets our leather apart is one you can feel
with your hands: thanks to not over-treating
it, our Merino leather retains its porous
structure. Which means it can be compared
to a breathable fabric in that it absorbs body
moisture.
Did you know that the exclusivity of the
BMW Individual Merino leather already starts
with the painstaking selection of the right raw
materials? The reason: our Merino leather
retains its natural grain. We do not believe in
embossing patterns onto the leather in rolling
machines. Working with the natural qualities
of the leather means that we can only use
immaculate skins that are free from damage
and blemishes. This makes for a very strict
selection process.
The BMW Individual leather steering
wheel with wood ring insert is mostly
made by hand. It is based on the BMW sports
leather steering wheel, whose rim is covered
in Walknappa leather. Combining the highquality leather and the inlaid wood ring takes
great skill. The steering wheel bears the
“BMW Individual” designation.
The infrared camera shows the difference: to the left,
Merino leather with BMW Individual SunReflective
Technology, which stays considerably cooler in direct
sunlight.
To guarantee a consistent look, the
decorative panels in Mahogany Maritime
are all made from the same trunk. The
Sapele wood is neither bleached nor stained,
and has in fact not been submitted to any
kind of chemical treatment. Adorning the
surfaces with wood inlays requires great
craftsmanship. Especially when you need
to ensure that the interior trim can hold its
own in crash, climate change and sun
simulation tests.
BMW Individual Infotainment systems. Rear Seat
Infotainment Online and the new High-End Audio
System are BMW Individual innovations which set new
standards in automotive entertainment electronics.
Coaxial speaker
Treble
Mid-range
Bass
Treble speaker
BMW Individual SunReflective
Technology for enhanced comfort in a
convertible. BMW Individual SunReflective
Technology is an innovation for convertible
drivers which was developed especially for
BMW Individual Merino leather and is used
in the BMW Individual 3 Series and 6 Series
Convertibles. We treat the leather with a
special pigmentation which ensures that
sunlight, instead of being absorbed, is
reflected. The benefit: while leather usually
heats up in sunlight, our SunReflective
Technology can achieve a temperature
reduction of up to 25 °C. This significant
increase in comfort is documented beyond
a shadow of a doubt by the thermal imaging
camera.
For our Walnut Amarone finish, we use trunk
wood to ensure that the linear structure of
the wood is retained, creating an interesting
contrast.
The trims in Poplar Natural and Birch
Anthracite are classic grain woods. Their
main characteristic is their flamed structure.
Hexacone membrane
Neodymium magnet driver
An alternative to fine woods is our Piano
Finish Black. Here, we are using traditional
piano manufacture techniques to create a
high-gloss surface.
It does not in any way interfere with the
aesthetics of the Merino leather, which
retains all the natural, visual and structural
characteristics that make it so special in
the first place.
The models illustrated in this brochure show the specifications and configurations for the German market. According to the specific requirements of other markets, alterations in standard and optional equipment and the configurations available for the
different models, as described in this brochure, may occur. For precise information please contact your BMW partner. Subject to change in design and equipment. © BMW M, Munich, Germany. Not to be reproduced wholly or in part without written
permission of BMW M, Munich, Germany.
The loudspeaker configuration is perfectly matched to the interior.
The loudspeaker array for the front consists of two treble/mid-range combos,
and the coaxial centre speaker. This creates ideal acoustics. The occupants
feel transported into a concert hall, with the stage in front of them.
The aural horizon is exactly at head height. Through delay equalisation and
control adjustments in the cockpit and rear, sound is broadcast in such a way
that it is perceived exactly at ear height throughout the entire car.
A High-End Audio System that is
precisely matched to your car. The
interior of a car has very different acoustic
parameters than a living room. In order to
simulate an acoustic experience that rivals
that of a concert hall, you need the kind
of competence that even some top-class
manufacturers lack. The reason why our
High-End Audio System makes the
grade lies in its unique signal processing.
DIRAC is a technology not used by any
other manufacturer. It creates an unmatched
listening experience by reducing the
numerous time-delayed sound reflections
in the car’s interior. The result: unmatched
impulse response and optimum sound
quality on all seats. Another advantage
is provided by the speed-dependent
equalising. Driving noises are compensated
by an increase in volume on the one hand
and a relative correction of the frequency
response on the other.
The loudspeaker configuration is perfectly
matched to the interior. This ensures
optimum audio playback. Great care has
been taken in matching the high-performance
loudspeakers to the vehicle. The sound
emission characteristics perfectly match
the geometry of the interior (see illustration
on the left).
BMW Individual Rear Seat Infotainment
Online is the entertainment system for
rear-seat passengers. It consists of two
9.5-inch LCD monitors integrated into the
front seat backrests. The system allows
passengers to send and receive e-mails
and to enjoy unrestricted Internet access
while on the road. They can also just sit back
and watch TV or DVDs. Further functions
include the display of digital photos and
e-mail attachments via a viewer program as
well as access to various storage media.
This system is operated via a separate
controller in the rear. A wireless Bluetooth
keyboard enables passengers to access and
edit their e-mails as well as surf the Internet.
BMW Individual Rear Seat Infotainment
Online is controlled via the Car Infotainment
Computer which is tucked away in the
luggage compartment. Audio playback via
the car’s sound system ensures a perfect
listening experience.
And the 16 high-performance loudspeakers
have been optimised for in-vehicle use:
they feature power-boosted neodymium
magnet drivers and extremely stiff and
lightweight Hexacone® membranes. The
benefit: the powerful drivers and ultrahard membranes lead to faster impulse
response times, improving speaker
efficiency. Identical membrane technology
for all loudspeakers also ensures superior
bass and mid-range playback. The
BMW Individual High-End Audio System
is operated via the iDrive controller.
BMW Individual Technology Guide
104 105
The most exclusive way to drive a BMW.
BMW M
Gesellschaft für
individuelle
Automobile
The Ultimate
Driving Machine
BMW Individual
The Ultimate
Driving Machine
711 300 042 20 1 2007 ZS-V-2. Printed in Germany 2007.
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