Highlights
- Very rare Motorsport Edition with elevated factory spec
- One of 60 Macau Blue cars of 180 UK RHD Motorsport models
- Low documented mileage for year
- Well presented car with White Lotus interior and high spec
- Only four previous keepers from new
- Well maintained and with long MOT to January 2026
The Appeal
When it came to the long-lived E24 6-Series, BMW saved the best until last. The Motorsport Edition took the 635CSI and added a raft of factory options plus desirable features from the M635, including Bilstein shocks and lowered suspension.
Just 180 found their way to the UK in RHD form, and only 60 of those were special order Macau Blue like this car. It features a smart White Lotus interior and elevated specification including cruise control and electric front seats with memory function to driver’s side.
The car is in very good condition across the exterior and interior, showing only light cosmetic signs of use. A set of multispoke Alpina alloys add to the purposeful aesthetics.
Despite the tempting appeal of that M30B35 210bhp straight six, this car’s five keepers have kept the mileage low for its age. The current keeper acquired the car in 2012. The history file shows regular maintenance, and there is the added reassurance of a lengthy MOT to January 2026.
This is a very tempting example of the ultra-rare Motorsport.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 24th August 1989
- Four previous keepers
- Current keeper since July 2012
- V5C in the current keeper’s name
- Factory handbooks
- Well-ordered history folder with early documentation as shown
- Drive belts replaced in 2020
- MOT to 22nd January 2026 with advisories to note
- 109,870 miles showing on test and 110,059 miles in photos
The Condition
- Smart Macau Blue metallic paintwork in very good condition for age
- Some light marks to note to paintwork such as stone chips and scuff to the front
- Front valance underside shows some kerbing scuffs as shown
- Slight delamination to note around driver’s door handle as shown
- Bodywork presents well with arches, sills and panel edges well presented
- There appears to be a small dent to the boot top as shown
- Body colour front and rear bumpers in good order with light marks
- Uprated 18in multispoke Alpina alloys in fair condition with kerbing to note
- Factory non-matching lattice-style alloy spare wheel
- Michelin tyres fitted to rear and other tyres fitted to the front
- Underside presents well with no structural advisories on MOT
- Fitted with BMW-branded mud flaps
- Steel sliding sunroof as shown
- White Lotus leather interior with dark grey leather dashboard and other trim
- Interior presents well with light age to note to high traffic and other areas
- These include driver’s side bolster as shown
- Retains its period-correct Blaupunkt Oxford radio cassette
- High factory Motorsport specification including cruise control and electric seats
- Fitted with rear blind and memory function to the driver’s seat
The Mechanics
- M30 B35 210bhp 3,430cc straight six engine
- 4spd automatic gearbox
- Elevated Motorsport specification with M635CSI features
- Bilstein shock absorbers and lowered suspension
- Fitted with limited-slip differential
- Factory tool kit as shown
- History file highlights shown in photos
- Advisories to note on the current MOT
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