Introduced at the 2003 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show, the BMW E63 6-Series was the third BMW to exhibit Chris Bangle’s controversial flame-sided styling language.
With slab sides and a high boot line, the 6-Series was offered as both a Coupé and a Convertible, developed off the platform of the E60 5-Series, but with a shorter chassis and wheelbase.
It may have been controversial at first, but the styling of the big BMW has aged exceptionally well. And today, it has the look of a car that still looks contemporary despite being almost two decades old.
It's a great car to drive, too. With very similar handling to the fantastic 5-Series and a range of high-performance engines, there was never a dull E63 to drive.
This one is the baby of the range – the 630Ci – but with 264bhp it’s hardly a slouch. 0-60mph takes just six seconds, with the top speed limited to 155mph. Plus, this is the most desirable cabriolet model.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
Four owners
UK V5C
MOT until September 2023
Document wallet
Owner’s manual
All original booklets
Sat nav DVD
Supplied new by Stephen James BMW in Bromley
Combined BMW main dealer and marque specialist history
THE INTERIOR
Stunning black leather
Excellent seats and carpets
Dark ash veneers
No bolster wear
BMW i-Drive and infotainment system
Multi-adjustable electric seats
Split zone climate control
Push-button start
Reverse parking camera
Heated seats
Original first aid kit, tools and warning triangle
Optional rear wind deflector
Electric folding roof
Spotless door cards
Stainless steel BMW kickplates
Original dealer floor mats
THE EXTERIOR
Carbon Black Metallic
No notable dents or damage
Smart 10-spoke 20-inch factory alloys, minimal 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
3.0-litre straight-six
Six-speed automatic transmission
264bhp
Low mileage and well-serviced
Drives very well with no untoward noises
Good oil pressure and steady temperature on test
SUMMARY
Make no mistake, this is a lovely example of BMW’s modern classic grand tourer with a provenance and mileage that make it really stand out – there aren’t many 16-year-old BMWs that have covered just 42,000 miles, and certainly not many that are as striking to look at as this one.
The classy and elegant 6-Series represents astonishing value and this one is a massively appealing proposition, thanks not only to its overall condition, but also the promise of affordable running costs compared with the thirstier V8 models.
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