The launch of BMW's of the present day Z4 and 5-Series models.

The launch of BMW's of the present day Z4 and 5-Series models, in June and September respectively, has formerly again ignited debate over BMW's introduction of novel styling cues across its standard range.

It's a valorous and brave move by BMW; after all, it must have been tempting to just play it safe from producing cars that having clean, assertive lines, retain a conservative air that will not chafe their existing or new customers. There must have been an 'if it's not broke don't fix it' argument within the company.

The first production archetype to receive just ...