1985 BMW 635 CSI (E24)
Highlights
- Two owners from new, with the current owner for over 20 years
- Impressive history file with extensive maintenance records
- Superb looking BMW with plenty of 80’s style
The Appeal
The BMW 635 CSI stands as a testament to the era's engineering excellence and design innovation, offering a driving experience that blends luxury with performance. This particular model, resplendent in bronze, epitomises the distinct aesthetic and mechanical craftsmanship BMW is renowned for. Its 3,430cc straight-six engine, paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission, delivers a smooth and powerful drive, a perfect example of the driving experience BMW is known for.
What sets this 635 CSI apart is its single ownership over the last two decades. Such long-term care is a rarity and speaks volumes about the vehicle's cherished status with its current owner. This enduring stewardship has ensured that the car remains a well-preserved representative of its time, with each drive offering a slice of pure 1980’s luxury..
The vehicle comes with an exhaustive collection of invoices, detailing diligent maintenance and care that has kept this classic on the road and ready to enjoy. In addition to its mechanical appeal with its big straight-six engine and cutting edge technology , the BMW 635 CSI's design is a draw for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Its iconic silhouette and interior craftsmanship reflect a period when cars were as much about style as they were about performance. This model, with its well-appointed brown leather interior, sunroof and classic 80s BMW styling, offers a tactile and visual reminder of the era's automotive excellence. It's an opportunity to own a piece of BMW's legacy, offering a unique blend of historical significance, driving pleasure, and aesthetic appeal.
Its iconic silhouette and interior craftsmanship reflect a period when cars were as much about style as they were about performance. This model, with its well-appointed brown leather interior, sunroof and classic 80s BMW styling, offers a tactile and visual reminder of the era's automotive excellence. It's an opportunity to own a piece of BMW's legacy, offering a unique blend of historical significance, driving pleasure, and aesthetic appeal.
The History and Paperwork
- Long-term ownership with the same owner for over 20 years.
- MOT valid until December 2024.
- MOT’s indicate that the speedometer was replaced at 153,000 miles, current mileage displayed as 149,492 miles.
- Invoice for a battery replacement dated November 2023.
- Invoice dated 2022 for welding to both inner sills.
- Invoice dated 2020 for new rear subframe bushes.
- Invoice for ECU replacement dated 2018.
- Invoice for new front discs and pads dated 2018.
- Invoice for a new alternator dated 2017.
- Invoice dated 2015 for new plugs, distributor cap, rotor arm, and starter motor.
- Comprehensive collection of maintenance and repair invoices throughout current ownership.
- Original owner's manual included.
The Condition
- Exterior paint in generally good condition with some bubbling as shown in the images
- Brown leather seats in good overall condition, with driver's seat bolster needing attention
- Air conditioning, cruise control and ABS
- Rear seats and brown carpeting in very good condition for its age
- Centre console and controls present well
- Instrument cluster could use cosmetic attention
- Exterior trim and brightwork in good condition
- One small area of rubber lifting from the bumper
- Rear spoiler shows slight fading
- Mirrors, door handles, and badges all in good condition
- Fuel gauge not currently functional
- Complete original BMW tool kit
- Included in the sale price:
- Bespoke Stormforce All Weather 4 Layer Car Cover, with securing straps
- 2 x spare BMW steering wheels
- Selection of spare parts
- 180+ "Straight Six" monthly magazines from BMW Car Club dating from 2002 - 2024
The Mechanics
- Fantastic 3,430cc straight-six engine
- Automatic gearbox changes smoothly
- Underside appears to be in fair condition for its age
- Recent mechanical work includes new battery, alternator, and front discs and pads
- The car starts easily and idles well
- New rear subframe bushes installed in 2020
- Sound deadening under the bonnet in excellent condition
- The owner reports that the vehicle drives and performs well
- Regular servicing documented through an extensive collection of invoices
Vehicle specification
- Year 1985
- Make BMW
- Model 6 Series 635CSi
- Colour Silver
- Odometer 149,492 Miles
- Engine size 3430
Listing Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Minehead
- Location Somerset
- Country United Kingdom
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