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New Cheltenham, VIC, 3192

1987 BMW M6 E24 Manual

$114,777

Ex Govt Charges*

Odometer 49,277 km

Body type Coupe

Fuel Petrol

Transmission Manual

Vehicle Overview

1987 BMW M6 M635CSi.

The E24 BMW M6 occupies a special place in BMW history, combining the elegant proportions of the 6 Series coupe with the engineering developed for the M1. This 1987 example is the M635CSi specification, sold as an M6 in Japan and the United States, and is powered by the M88/3 24-valve six-cylinder engine. With a 3.5-litre capacity and 3453 cc displacement, it represents a substantial step beyond the contemporary 635CSi, offering the character and mechanical sophistication expected of a genuine M car.

Its appeal lies in the depth of the engineering rather than superficial decoration. The engine is paired with a heavy-duty Getrag 280 close-ratio five-speed manual transmission, giving the driver a more involved connection with the car and making the most of the naturally aspirated six-cylinder power delivery. A ZF limited-slip differential helps put that performance to the road through the rear wheels, while the chassis specification includes Bilstein gas-filled dampers, heavier anti-roll bars and a ride height lowered by approximately 10 to 11 millimetres compared with the standard 6 Series.

The braking system was upgraded to suit the increased performance, with larger ventilated discs and four-piston calipers. Together with the rear-wheel-drive layout and close-ratio gearbox, these changes give the car a focused grand-touring character: it retains the long-distance presence and comfort associated with the E24 coupe, but has the hardware to provide a more purposeful driving experience when the road becomes demanding.

Finished in Alpine White with a Schwartz leather interior, the car presents the restrained, period-correct appearance that suits the E24 design. An M Tri-Colour stripe has been added as a tribute to Schnitzer, the well-known BMW racing team. The vehicle is described as an unmolested right-hand-drive example imported from the United Kingdom as a personal import in 2019, preserving the specification and character of the original car.

The indicated odometer reading is 49,277 kilometres. The vehicle is accompanied by regular service receipts from 2020 onwards, with the most recent listed service carried out by Brighton BMW in March 2024. That work included brake fluid, filters, oil and spark plugs. A current pre-purchase report is also noted, including confirmation of the vehicle's condition and the absence of rust. The car is registered in Victoria until September 2026.

3.5-litre M88/3 24-valve six-cylinder petrol engine
Getrag 280 five-speed manual transmission
Rear-wheel drive with ZF limited-slip differential
Bilstein gas-filled dampers and heavier anti-roll bars
Larger ventilated disc brakes with four-piston calipers
Alpine White exterior with Schwartz leather interior
Two-door coupe body with four-seat capacity

Other highlights include Odometer: 49,277 km; Drive train: Rear Wheel Drive; Engine or motor: 3.5L M88/3 petrol, 3453 cc, 6 cylinders; Interior colour: Black.