BMW M6 I (E24) gallery (1983–1989)

The classic E24 M6 combined shark-nose styling with the race-bred 24-valve engine derived from the iconic BMW M1 supercar.

All photos 503 I (E24) 9 1983–1989 II (E63/E64) 148 2005–2010 III (F06/F12/F13) 344 2012–2018

1280 x 960 78 M635CSi (1984–1987)

800 x 600 69 M635CSi (1984–1987)

640 x 480 65 M635CSi (1984–1987)

1024 x 768 82 1986–1988

1024 x 768 74 1986–1988

1280 x 1024 78 1986–1988

1600 x 1200 67 M635CSi (1984–1987)

1600 x 1200 78 M635CSi (1984–1987)

1024 x 768 82 M635CSi (1984–1987)

Debuting in late 1983 as the M635CSi in European markets and officially badged simply as the M6 in North America, the E24 represented BMW Motorsport's premier flagship grand tourer. Powering the coupe was the celebrated 3.5-liter M88/3 inline-six engine (designated S38 with a catalytic converter for North America), featuring dual overhead camshafts and six individual throttle butterflies derived directly from the mid-engine M1 supercar, delivering up to 282 horsepower in peak European specification.

Mated exclusively to a five-speed Getrag manual gearbox and a limited-slip rear differential, the E24 M6 effortlessly achieved top speeds exceeding 150 mph. Its iconic shark-nose front fascia, low-slung stance, BBS alloy wheels, and hand-stitched leather upholstery created an enduring icon of 1980s automotive prestige, establishing a proud legacy that inspired subsequent generations of the BMW M6.