1978 BMW E24 635CSI
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Highlights
- Early and factory correct M90-engined 3.5litre car
- Resprayed two years ago in handsome dark blue
- Well kept car with smart ivory leather interior
- Recent work including service, coolant flush and new tyres
- Only 3 former registered keepers
- Italian TUV inspection to September 2026
The Appeal
In July 1978 BMW gave its sports car buyers what they demanded: a faster version of the E24. The 635CSI hiked power over the crucial 200bhp mark. In typically Bavarian style, the new car was understated and avoided parading its performance. It would take the eagle-eyed to spot the front and rear spoilers of these quick versions.
When that sweet-revving M90 motor is mated to BMW’s dogleg 5spd manual box you get one of the greatest GT cars of the last 50 years. That is exactly what we have here. This is a car that works equally as a comfortable 2+2 GT and planted sports ccar.
With just four registered keepers from new, this car presents very well. That impression is helped by a high quality respray two years ago in dark metallic blue, a finish that suits the car and is accented here by factory-correct pinstripes.
The vendor acquired the car last year and drove it 1,000kms home without fault. Since then he has invested in a major service - including plus, filters and fluids - plus a coolant flush and change. He has also fitted four new tyres.
Inside and out this car is very appealing. It comes to market with the reassurance of a long TUV inspection that is valid to September 2025.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1978
- 3 former registered keepers
- German TUV technical certification valid until September 2025
- Spent most of its life in dry southern Italy
- Recent mileage steps can be tracked through the MOT stamps
- Recent major service including oil, filters, coolant and spark plugs
- Previous maintenance history not present but vendor assures us car is operates correctly
- Current keeper acquired the car in September 2023
- Driven 1,000kms home by seller without fault
- Dry stored by seller in a garage when not in use
- Also dry stored by previous long term keeper
- Retains Italian registration
- Resprayed two years ago
The Condition
- Resprayed recently in smart dark blue metallic which remains in very good condition
- Bodywork is described as ‘perfect’ by seller following restoration work two years ago
- Respray included refitting exterior trim correctly and applying correct side decals
- Sports correct front rear spoilers fitted to early 635CSI cars
- Underside in good condition with very good photographs provided
- Vendor reports that one side trim is not perfectly fitted but this is not immediately visible in photographs
- Recently fitted tyres with good tread showing
- 14in factory lattice-style alloy wheels in fair condition showing some wear
- Well kept interior with ivory leather seats which appear to have been retrimmed
- The seats and interior show few signs of wear across commonly used items
- Leather seats look well padded and very comfortable with little or no bolster wear
- Cabin fittings including headlining and switchgear are very well presented
- There are some minor marks inside typical of age and originality
- Seats filling and leather are still comfortable and present well
- Boot area in good order but with light wear to note to trim
- Factory tool kit which appears to be complete and little used
- Fitted with period correct radio cassette system
The Mechanics
- M90 3,450cc straight six fuel injected engine delivering 210bhp
- Desirable 5spd ‘dogleg’ manual gearbox
- Factory fitted with LSD
- Reported not to use oil or water according to seller
- No reported running or driving issues
- Recent major service and coolant flush and replace
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