BMW SERIE 6
M635 CSI

59.000 €

V.A.T. included

BMW SERIE 6

M635 CSI

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59.000 €

V.A.T. included

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Condition

Second hand

Mileage

88.256 km

Gearbox

Manual

First registration

09/1986

Fuel

Petrol

Emission class

Route59 SRL ( 32 vehicles in stock ) 6530 Thuin

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Description

If there is one model in the history of BMW M that truly represents its era, it is the BMW M635CSi. In 1984, this four-seater took up the concept of high-performance inline six-cylinder engines that the legendary BMW M1 had established a few years earlier. But like no other BMW M model before it, it embodied the ultimate symbiosis of luxury and high performance. Considered avant-garde at the time, its typical M characteristics make it a sought-after classic today.

Nicknamed "Sharknose" and "Bayern-Express", fans did not hesitate to give the BMW M635CSi nicknames that were as creative as they were apt. Today, as yesterday, it is considered the icon of the BMW E24 series, designed as a four-seater coupé with a front engine and rear-wheel drive. The first "Six" was produced for over 13 years, from 1976 to 1989, making it BMW's longest series.

Responsible for the progressive and timeless exterior design of the BMW M635CSi – and an absolute master in his field – is a name that should be familiar to every car enthusiast: Paul Bracq. The aesthetic signature of BMW’s chief designer at the time is also recognizable in the interior. Here, Bracq developed the concept of the driver-oriented dashboard more effectively than on any previous series model.

The BMW 635CSi appeared in 1978, paving the way for the BMW M635CSi that would follow a few years later. While the first "Sixes" showed their strengths mainly in smooth and comfortable driving, the BMW 635CSi focused much more on sportiness. The engineers made all sorts of adjustments, with the 3.5-litre in-line 6-cylinder engine with 218 hp completing the engine range from 1978.

The chassis was also extensively revised, including reinforced stabilisers and firmer dampers. A limited-slip differential with a locking effect of up to 40 per cent for an even more dynamic appearance rounded off the car's refined technical basis. On the outside, the BMW 635CSi was immediately recognisable thanks to the special decorative strips on its sides, the new spoilers at the front and rear and the BBS cross-spoke wheels.

The BMW 6 Series E24 was powered by an M30 in-line 6-cylinder engine with a displacement of 2.8 to 3.5 litres. The only exception was the BMW M635CSi, developed by BMW Motorsport GmbH and produced in small numbers from 1984. Here, the legendary BMW M88 engine – the first variant of which was used in the BMW M1, the forerunner of all BMW M cars built to date – provided superior propulsion. The high-performance engine in the M635CSi developed up to 286 hp, thanks to higher compression and modifications to the ignition and injection system. This was nine horsepower more than the standard version of the M1, with a displacement of just under 3.5 litres, and unlike the M30, it had four valves per cylinder instead of two. Overall, this made the BMW M635CSi one of the fastest four-seater models of its time.

To harness this increased power, lucky M635CSi owners received a reinforced 5-speed sports gearbox, a revised chassis and a more powerful braking system. In addition, its larger battery was moved to the rear to improve weight distribution and traction.

This example is of Belgian origin and has 286 horsepower. It has only 85,000 km on the clock and is still in its original metallic black paint. It also has the sunroof option. Its adjustable sports seats upholstered in black leather are superb and the car is in exceptional condition, coming from the careful hands of a great BMW connoisseur and specialist.

It is in very good original condition, the mechanics have been well maintained and work wonderfully. It is equipped with 4 new TRX tires and has a history file.

More info: https://www.route59.be/all/bmw-m635-csi-2/

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