Highlights

One of fewer than 500 produced in this colour and interior configuration, according to the seller
Recommissioned after approximately 30 years of storage in a dry garage, without full restoration
Three registered owners in total, according to information provided
Matching chassis numbers reported
Accompanied by its original wheels, spare parts and a selection of invoices

The Appeal

The BMW E24 633 CSi ranks among the iconic grand tourers of the 1970s. The early hand-assembled examples from Karmann feature certain characteristics sought after by collectors. Presented in a rare Fjord Blue metallic 037 shade with an interior combining leather and velvet specific to this configuration, this Phase 1 example would be, according to the seller, one of fewer than 500 produced in this combination between 1976 and 1978.

After approximately 30 years of storage in a dry garage, this 633 CSi has been recommissioned rather than restored, thus preserving a presentation consistent with its history. The current owner, presented as the third registered owner, has renewed the fuel system, installed a new clutch, overhauled the braking system and replaced all fluids. A compression test reportedly confirmed the good condition of the 3.2-litre M30B32 straight-six engine.

The bodywork shows signs of wear consistent with its age, notably some paint chips, minor dents and slight lacquer lifting in certain areas. Significant corrosion is not reported, however. Originally supplied to the Swiss market, as evidenced by its white headlights, it is now registered in France.

Key Information

Mileage: 108,269 km displayed, considered accurate by the seller
Country of registration: France; vehicle originally destined for the Swiss market
Documentation: French registration document in the seller's name, with chassis numbers reported as matching
MOT status: valid until August 2028; three minor defects noted, since corrected or clarified
Technical specifications: 3.2-litre M30B32 straight-six petrol engine, paired with a four-speed manual gearbox
History: invoices available from current ownership; no maintenance history prior to 1996
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The Details

Engine gaskets, inlet manifold gaskets and injector seals replaced during recommissioning
Fuel system completely renewed, including new tank and all hoses
New water pump, aluminium radiator and all cooling hoses
New brake discs and pads, front and rear flexible hoses replaced and callipers overhauled
New clutch, flexplate and transmission centre bearing
New auxiliary belts, spark plugs, ignition leads with suppressors, distributor cap and rotor
Engine oil 20W50, gearbox and differential oil, brake fluid and coolant replaced
Wheel alignment carried out, with alignment report provided
Engine described by the seller as running correctly; car reported as driving and braking straight
Exhaust showing early corrosion and may require attention in due course
Rear wings repaired in the late 1980s
Some paint chips, six minor dents on the doors and lacquer lifting on three small areas of the roof and boot lid
Very slight corrosion noted on the front bumper
New electric aerial
Interior leather and velvet described by the seller as in very good condition, after cleaning and treatment
Equipment includes four electric windows, electric mirrors, onboard computer and engine bay lighting
Accompanied by four original 14-inch wheels, a steering wheel, a clock, a bumper and two boxes of miscellaneous parts
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