HIGHLIGHTS
- Just two owners from new, last for 12 years
- ULEZ compliant
- 82k miles with main dealer servicing to 500 miles ago
- Ultra-rare Coral Red leather
- Heads up display
- Four Near New Excellent Tyres
- 4.8-litre 361bhp V8
- Upgraded dealer Digital TV
- Tracker installed
THE APPEAL
The “E63” BMW 6-Series was the third and arguably most stylish of Chris Bangle’s “falme-sided” BMWs. Introduced at the 2003 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show, the 6-Series was offered as both a Coupé and a Convertible. It was developed off the platform of the E60 5-Series, but with a shorter chassis and wheelbase and a wider track for better handling and agility. It was lighter, too, so notably quicker – indeed, in the eyes of many enthusiasts it’s the best non M-badged BMW of the early-to-mid 2000s.
This one is particularly desirable. Not only is it a 650Ci but it’s also the range-topping convertible model with an incredible spec and ultra-rare Coral Red leather, which sits handsomely alongside the black exterior. Furthermore, it has a full main dealer service history, having had a major inspection by BMW dealership Vines of Gatwick just over 500 miles ago.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
- Two owner car from new
- Main dealer service history from new
- 17 stamps in the service book: serviced at
- 8,933 miles, 22.08.07
- 19,770 miles, 11.08.2009
- 26,209 miles, 11.06.2010
- 33,464 miles, 10.08.2011
- 34,222 miles, 04.10.2011
- 37,039 miles 14.06.2012
- 40,251 miles, 28.06.2013
- 44,543 miles, 27.08.2014
- 52,833 miles, 24.11.2015
- 57,236 miles, 18.07.2016
- 62,729 miles, 22 .06.2017
- 66,853 miles, 22.06.2018
- 69,658 miles, 18.02.2019
- 74,368 miles, 19.06.2020
- 77,439 miles, 05.08 2021
- 81,583 miles
- Supplied new by HR Owen BMW in Chiswick and to its second owner by Elms BMW in Bedford, subsequently maintained by Vines of Gatwick
- UK V5C
- MOT until September 2023
- Document wallet
- Owner’s manual
- All original booklets
- Two keys
- Tracker fitted
- Sat nav DVD
THE INTERIOR
- Stunning Coral Red leather
- Excellent seats and carpets
- No discernible bolster wear
- BMW i-Drive and infotainment system
- Rare head up display
- Dark Ash inserts
- Multi-adjustable electric seats
- Split zone climate control
- Push-button start
- Heated seats
- Original first aid kit, tools and warning triangle
- Rear wind deflector
- Optional large wind deflector
- Electric folding roof
- Spotless door cards
- Stainless steel BMW kickplates
THE EXTERIOR
- Carbon Black
- No notable dents or damage
- Smart 10-spoke 20-inch factory alloys, very minor kerb marks
- Superb paint finish
- Very well-presented
- Black mohair roof in excellent order with no creases or tears
- Electric roof operates faultlessly
- Appears very good underneath
THE MECHANICS
- 4.8-litre V8
- Six-speed automatic transmission
- 361bhp
- Full main dealer service history
- Drives very well with no untoward noises
- Good oil pressure and steady temperature on test
SUMMARY
With a comprehensive main dealer history and just two previous keepers, this is a superb example of BMW’s modern classic grand tourer.
As classy and elegant big convertibles go, the 6-Series represents astonishing value and this one is a massively appealing proposition, thanks not only to its well-documented history, but also the colour scheme – that Coral Red interior looks fantastic, set off beautifully by the black exterior. A fabulous future classic in fine overall condition.
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