Reported to be one of only 35 M6 painted Indianapolis Red metallic in UK
Only 46,500 documented miles from new
Key S85 V10 work completed by well-known specialists
Recent rod bearings, clutch, flywheel, VANOS pump and SMG pump
BMW Insured Warranty in place since 2017 and transferable to the next owner
Lots of history and regularly serviced to December 2025 at 46,000 miles
MOT valid to March 2027 with no advisories
'V10HRF' registration is not included in the sale
The Appeal
Enthusiasts had a sixteen-year wait, but it was worth it. The return of the M badge on a 6-Series car was a triumph, mixing distinctive Chris Bangle styling with BMW’s clever - and first ever - V10 500bhp powerplant.
With many E63 M6s having led hard or unloved lives, this 2006 car is something quite different. Finished in rare and very attractive Indianapolis Rot metallic - the vendor states it is one of 35 - it has covered just 46,500 miles from new and presents very well. Clearly, the current and previous keepers have cherished this car. The Schwartz ‘Merino’ leather cabin with its carbon fibre trim looks barely used.
The thick history file supports the sense of a well-loved car. The vendor states that the car has had £15,000-£20,000 spent on it in the last 10 years. There are invoices from respected names like Munich Legends, Everything M3 and Redish Motorsport. The vendor tells us that the key S63 maintenance areas have been attended to including rod bearings, clutch, flywheel, VANOS pump and SMG pump. The service history shows a run of regular attention up to December 2025 at 45,876 miles. The current MOT underlines the point - it runs to March 2027 with no advisories.
This is a really tidy, hugely capable sporting GT. These cars are garnering increased interest, and with their specification, low miles and maintenance history, this one warrants serious consideration.
The vendor says:
“This is a genuinely exceptional example of the E63 M6. Finished in Indianapolis Rot Metallic, it is an extremely rare car — with only around 35 red M6s registered in the UK across all variants, and far fewer Indianapolis Rot coupes. Combined with the low mileage, extensive preventative maintenance, BMW warranty eligibility, and superb overall condition, this represents one of the stronger examples currently available. The driving experience is what makes these cars so special: a naturally aspirated V10, hydraulic steering and a raw analogue feel that modern performance cars simply cannot replicate. Well-maintained examples of the E63 M6 are already becoming increasingly sought after, and this car represents a fantastic opportunity to own a very special example of BMW M’s V10 era.”
09/21 - £1,820 - Rybrook BMW - servicing and other work
06/21 - £977 - CES UK - clutch kit, dual mass flywheel
05/21 - £579 - Rybrook BMW - trim parts and other minor work
Summary of work in last five years provided by seller:
Rod bearing replacement using upgraded ACL bearings
Clutch kit
Dual mass flywheel
Clutch slave cylinder
Engine mounts and gearbox mounts
VANOS pump and pipework
SMG pump
Work within the last 12 months advised by seller:
Front brake discs
Coolant thermostat
Air conditioning condenser and pipework
Fresh engine oil
Microfilter service
The vendor says:
“I purchased the car as a carefully maintained example and have continued to look after it to a very high standard during my ownership. The car has covered just 46,000 miles and comes with a full and extensive service history supported by a large folder of invoices and documentation. Both myself and the previous owner have maintained the car fastidiously. The previous owner was particularly meticulous, with invoices showing over £500 spent at BMW simply replacing interior switches to keep the cabin looking fresh and original.
"The interior condition reflects this level of care and remains in superb condition today. The history file is extensive, and the invoices alone for maintenance and preventative work are likely close to £15,000–£20,000 over the last 10 years. "Importantly, the major preventative maintenance items associated with the S85 V10 platform have already been addressed by highly regarded BMW M specialists Redish Motorsport and EverythingM3s. . The car has been covered under BMW Insured Warranty since 2017, which remains active and can be continued by the next owner. It has also just passed its most recent MOT with zero advisories, reflecting the overall condition and level of care the car has received.
Indianapolis Rot Metallic, widely regarded as the launch colour for the E63 M6
Paintwork professionally machine-polished and ceramic-coated during current ownership
Bodywork described by the vendor as extremely straight
Photographs present the car very well with minor points to note
Well-kept and barely marked five-spoke polished factory alloys
Matching Michelin Pilot Sport tyres with approximately 4–5mm of tread remaining
Underside as shown with no structural advisories on MOT
Merino Schwarz black leather interior with carbon interior trim
Interior presents very well with few signs of age and commensurate with mileage
Specification includes Head-Up Display, Premium Hi-Fi sound system, heated seats, cruise control, and front and rear parking sensors
All switchgear, electronics and instruments reported to be in full working order
Upgraded touchscreen head unit fitted with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; original head unit included in the sale
The vendor says:
“The car presents beautifully in Indianapolis Rot Metallic, widely regarded as the launch colour for the E63 M6 and one of the most desirable colours for the model. The paintwork has been professionally machine-polished and ceramic-coated during my ownership, giving the car exceptional gloss and depth of finish. The bodywork is extremely straight and the car looks fantastic both in person and in photographs. The car sits on Michelin Pilot Sport tyres all round with approximately 4–5mm of tread remaining. Overall the exterior condition is excellent and the car consistently receives compliments on both its presentation and the striking colour.
“The interior is in superb condition and entirely consistent with the low mileage. The cabin features desirable carbon interior trim along with factory options including Head-Up Display, Premium Hi-Fi sound system, heated seats, cruise control, and front and rear parking sensors. Everything inside the car works exactly as intended, including all switchgear, electronics and instruments. As mentioned previously, invoices show the previous owner spent over £500 at BMW replacing interior switches purely to keep the cabin looking as fresh as possible. The car also benefits from an upgraded touchscreen head unit with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which modernises the usability of the car considerably. The unit fits directly into the factory location, retains all original functionality, and the original head unit will also be included in the sale. The overall interior condition speaks for itself in the photos.”
Long list of maintenance undertaken recently, as detailed above
Well-maintained with service history provided above
Rod bearings replaced using upgraded ACL bearings by specialists within the last five years
Clutch kit, dual mass flywheel and clutch slave cylinder renewed
Engine mounts and gearbox mounts renewed
VANOS pump and pipework renewed
SMG pump renewed
New front brake discs fitted within the last 12 months
New coolant thermostat fitted within the last 12 months
New air conditioning condenser and pipework fitted within the last 12 months
Engine oil and microfilter service completed within the last 12 months
The vendor reports the engine starts immediately, pulls strongly through the rev range, and the SMG transmission operates correctly with no warning lights
Current MOT valid to March 2027 with no advisories
The vendor says:
“Mechanically, the car is excellent and drives exactly as it should. The S85 naturally aspirated V10 starts immediately, pulls strongly through the rev range, and sounds fantastic. The SMG transmission operates correctly with no warning lights or issues. Importantly, the key preventative maintenance items that buyers often look for on these cars have already been completed by leading BMW M specialists Redish Motorsport and EverythingM3s, including rod bearings, clutch and flywheel, SMG pump and VANOS pump. Recent work within the last 12 months includes new front brake discs, a new coolant thermostat, a new air conditioning condenser and pipework, and a fresh oil and microfilter service. The car benefits from a full and extensive service history and has just passed its latest MOT with zero advisories, which reflects the excellent mechanical condition.”
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