[Machinebuilder]

What some people don't understand is in the USA we do not have the 3 or 5 series Touring wagons. So the GT 3 and now 6 are the only alternative to the X Suv's if you need space. I don't know why people are so bothered by this. Variety is the spice of life.

[SpokenHands]

The 5-Series and 3-Series GT have never been popular with BMW fanboys - particularly those on these forums. But to anyone who has actually driven one, or owned one for a few years, they are absolutely fabulous.

My 5-Series GT was the only BMW I kept longer than 2 years - absolutely reliable and trouble free, Wide and long with lots of practical space and versatility for my young family at the time, luxurious levels of spec and standard equipment, and somewhat rarer on the roads than your standard BMW rep-mobile (BMW fanboys, take a bow).

Relatively more popular in Asia (you see a lot of 3GT and 5GTs about) in China, India, Vietnam, Malaysia; but understandably coming under pressure from similar priced X-series vehicles; I understand why BMW wishes to trim its model options.

But the GT cars will be missed.

[CP911]

Originally Posted by RichM50d

There are some ignorant people here. The usual people that judge a car by a picture, and not by actually experiencing one first hand, in the real world. I find that quite pathetic.

Correct. This news thread has yielded 6 pages of hater comments in record time. Baseless and immature comments, mostly.

I blame it all on the poor taste and lack of sophistication most of my fellow Americans have. BMW won't continue this car, but we get even uglier, lifted versions called the X4 and X6? Ya'll just suck.

[Brake_Late]

No comparison to a 4er GC.
Especially if looks matter.
The 5 doors ( yes I count the foot activated massive hatch as a door ) and roof racks
Simply solve.

I can easily say honestly these GCs have become my favorite DDs.

[CJ2018]

finally !! never understood the concept or rationale for building it... BMW should stick with the original formulas.

[Ilikemike]

Good riddance!

[Jez_zza]

Amen to that !

[Brake_Late]

Dear BMW,
Please listen to the roar of the world and build us the cars we want and need instead of another Xer.
We don't need an X in every number from 1 -10 ( X )
Please use these examples if needed ... photo credits to Nick P and Evolve UK.
Respectfully, ( for now )
BL

[Rxpert]

I don't understand where all of the hate is coming from? Simply because of its looks? Grow up people, maybe others have different needs/wants. I hate the looks of the X4 & X6 (and would never buy one because of it), but it doesn't mean I wish they are discontinued.

Different strokes for different folks.

I've never owned or driven a 3-GT but am really disappointed it's being discontinued simply because it shows the big picture & direction of BMW's Board of Directors. Instead of expanding, now they're counting beans and contracting. If something doesn't sell "x" amount, ditch it. Today most of you are celebrating the end of the 3-GT and tomorrow you'll all be with pitchforks and axes when the very same board discontinues the manual transmission on the very same basis of not selling "x" amount.

Personally I like variety and options, and it's scary times that the BMW board is starting to take those options away one by one while all of you here celebrate and cheer them on......

[Weiman]

Originally Posted by skiwhmts

What some people don't understand is in the USA we do not have the 3 or 5 series Touring wagons. So the GT 3 and now 6 are the only alternative to the X Suv's if you need space. I don't know why people are so bothered by this. Variety is the spice of life.

You do have the current 3 series wagon don't you? https://www.bmwusa.com/vehicles/3-se...rts-wagon.html

[ASAP]

Damn... first the Nissan Murano Cross Cabriolet and now this...

[Sportstick]

Originally Posted by FC05

GT is Pointless

Originally Posted by upsidedownfunnel

Between the touring and the 4 gran coupe, there is no reason to also have a 3 GT. None whatsoever.

Originally Posted by Eagle1oh7

Won't be missed except by a few of the misguided forum members on here :

Apparently, you and your passengers easily fit in the tight back seat of a 3 Series wagon/sedan/4GC. OTOH, full-sized adults here. Difference in rear legroom is huge, more like a typical front seat.

3 GT rear legroom: 39.2
3 Series sedan/wagon rear legroom: 35.1
4 Gran Coupe...WORST of all at 33.7

We have (um....had) a winnah! Glad I still have two years on the lease until something else with room comes along that isn't a tall box.

[vgore]

Originally Posted by Sportstick

Apparently, you and your passengers easily fit in the tight back seat of a 3 Series wagon/sedan/4GC. OTOH, full-sized adults here. Difference in rear legroom is huge, more like a typical front seat.

3 GT rear legroom: 39.2
3 Series sedan/wagon rear legroom: 35.1
4 Gran Coupe...WORST of all at 33.7

We have (um....had) a winnah! Glad I still have two years on the lease until something else with room comes along that isn't a tall box.

Wow, this is news to me. I always assumed that 4 GC is bigger from inside than a 3er because Gran coupe appears larger from the exterior. I am so glad I did not buy one.

[Sportstick]

Originally Posted by vgore

Wow, this is news to me. I always assumed that 4 GC is bigger from inside than a 3er because Gran coupe appears larger from the exterior. I am so glad I did not buy one.

GT is 8" longer than sedan/wagon, 4" of which are in the wheelbase, thus the roomier car. It's almost a bargain "5 Series" for interior usable space.

[dsocold]

thank god

[Sportstick]

Last comment on this topic and I'm out....

Astounded by the egocentrism, selfishness, and vanity shown here. Perhaps I shouldn't be surprised in the time of Trump, but the sole focus on what some of you personally want/need, without regard to your passengers or the needs of mine or others like me/mine, in actually cheering the loss of a helpful option...simply because you don't care for the look of the roofline? Seriously? Would you be happy to know a wheelchair manufacturer went out of business because you didn't like to have to see their wheels rolling down the sidewalk? I'm sometimes embarrassed by the reputation of BMW drivers....this thread does nothing to lessen that concern.

[Funk0701]

Almost as ugly as the i3

[RichM50d]

Originally Posted by Rxpert

I don't understand where all of the hate is coming from? Simply because of its looks? Grow up people, maybe others have different needs/wants. I hate the looks of the X4 & X6 (and would never buy one because of it), but it doesn't mean I wish they are discontinued.

Different strokes for different folks.

I've never owned or driven a 3-GT but am really disappointed it's being discontinued simply because it shows the big picture & direction of BMW's Board of Directors. Instead of expanding, now they're counting beans and contracting. If something doesn't sell "x" amount, ditch it. Today most of you are celebrating the end of the 3-GT and tomorrow you'll all be with pitchforks and axes when the very same board discontinues the manual transmission on the very same basis of not selling "x" amount.

Personally I like variety and options, and it's scary times that the BMW board is starting to take those options away one by one while all of you here celebrate and cheer them on......

Well said

[530iDriver]

Originally Posted by WingZeroX5

I laugh at people who buy GT's

And what do you drive again?

[Brake_Late]

It honestly reminds me of this other uber ugly car.
Yes, looks do matter. Anyone that says different is just bs'ing. In true Bahaus doctrine...
Form definitely followed function here.

Rust In Peace

[ron_jeremy]

Originally Posted by FC05

GT is Pointless
Touring is much better looking and drives better too.

how many times does it need to be said? Yes touring Looks great, the GT not so. But there are more to the 3GT, is also has more space than a 5 series in the backseat. The 5GT/6GT is a 7 with a practical twist and more space inside. So it's not the best looking BMW, but it is spacious and practical, for a BMW.

[10"]

Originally Posted by Brake_Late

No comparison to a 4er GC.
Especially if looks matter.
The 5 doors ( yes I count the foot activated massive hatch as a door ) and roof racks
Simply solve.

I can easily say honestly these GCs have become my favorite DDs.

4 series GC is utterly pointless. The room of an econobox and still looks fluffy. Would honestly rather have a Civic. It's not as if the GC is good to drive it still drives like an F30 3-series (which is not a good thing).

At least the GT has space! Lots of it.