1980 BMW 6 Series 635CSi Euro British review from Australia and New Zealand
"Love it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bought as a weekender project car.
Have replaced entire suspension, lowered 1 1/2 inches.
Complete brake rebuild and overhaul of brake lines.
Rust removed from floor pan drivers side, rear right hand guard, front bumper.
Steering box collapsed 2nd day of ownership. Complete steering rebuild.
Driver's seat needs replacing. Front passenger seat looking tired.
Has had the paintwork touched up by the previous owner.
Boot needs re trim.
General comments?
Absolutely love driving the car when it's not being repaired.
2/3 thirds complete from being restored to as it came off the assembly line. Have found some parts hard to obtain.
Handles like a new car. Loves a drink when pushed.
General feedback from other people is positive, and the car is a bit of a rarity in my area.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1980 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | M30 Engine 3.5 litre Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 145000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 148781 miles |
| Date of Entry | 3rd March, 2009 |