As modern classics go, the BMW E63 6-Series is on the cusp of becoming one of the next big things, especially as it marks its 20th anniversary later this year.
Introduced at the 2003 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show, the E63 was the third BMW to exhibit Chris Bangle’s flame-sided styling language. Developed off the platform of the E60 5-Series, but with a shorter chassis and wheelbase, the E63 was available as both a coupé and convertible, with two very different but distinctive styles.
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 – and in coupé form, Sport trim and with some desirable M-Sport extras, it really is a bit of a looker.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
Two owners, last one for 12 years
UK V5C
MOT until January 2024
Leather BMW document wallet
Owner’s manual
All original booklets
Sat nav DVD
Supplied new by Phoenix BMW in Kircaldy
Serviced by BMW main dealer in Glasgow until 2011, when purchased by second owner in Middlesex
Services PDI - BMW Phoenix - 13.12.07
BMW Harry Fairbarn Glasgow at 30.07.09 at 13,802
BMW Harry Fairbarn Glasgow at 17.12.09 at 15,895
A & S Motors Edware London at 15.06.11 at 28,362
A & S Motors Edware London at 10.01.13 at 40,168
A & S Motors Edware London at 16.01.15 at 52,005
A & S Motors Edware London at 8.01.19 at 69,473
A & S Motors Edware London at 31.10.20 at cost of £569 approx
A & S Motors Edware London at 19.01.23 at 90,136
BMW specialist history from 2011 to date, in invoices and also within service book stamped to 90,136 miles in January 2023
THE INTERIOR
Stunning black leather
Excellent seats and carpets
Smoked maple veneers
No notable seat bolster wear
M-Sport steering wheel in excellent condition
Paddle-shift gear selectors
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
BMW Car Care kit in tailored bag with some products still included
Stainless steel BMW kickplates
Original dealer floor mats
THE EXTERIOR
Carbon Black Metallic
No dents or panel damage
Scuff to rear bumper around right-hand reflector, with some paint damage (see image)
Smart five-spoke 19-inch factory alloys, some light kerb marks
Very good paint finish
Rear lip spoiler
Front fog lamps
Minor alloy reaction to window surrounds under rubber seal
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
Most recently serviced in January 2023, less than 900 miles ago
New anti-roll bar links
Recent front and rear brake pads
SUMMARY
This is a great-looking and well-cared-for example of BMW’s increasingly popular modern classic GT.
The classy and elegant 6-Series represents astonishing value at the moment and this one is a highly appealing proposition, in a great colour and with wheels that really suit it. It’s a smart example of a car that’s certainly on-the-up and is only going to get more and more desirable as time goes by.
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