BMW M6 I (E24) photos

1983 — 1989 · coupe

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specifications

256–282

hp

6.4 s

best 0–100

Photos

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BMW M6 I (E24), coupe, red, front three-quarter view — photo 72801

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M635CSi (1984–1987) Classic bright red two-door sport coupe featuring quad round headlights, a sunroof, front grille with performance division badge, rear spoiler, and multi-spoke mesh alloy wheels, shot from a high front three-quarter angle on an asphalt surface.

BMW M6 I (E24), coupe, silver, front three-quarter view — photo 72800

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M635CSi (1984–1987) A silver two-door coupe photographed in a dark studio setting with red neon geometric floor lighting from a front three-quarter angle.

BMW M6 I (E24), coupe, red, front three-quarter view — photo 72799

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M635CSi (1984–1987) A classic bright red two-door coupe with a distinctive shark-nose front and quad round headlights parked in front of a colorful abstract wall mural.

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1986–1988

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1986–1988

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1986–1988

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M635CSi (1984–1987)

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M635CSi (1984–1987)

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M635CSi (1984–1987) Car interior showing a three-spoke steering wheel, gauge cluster, and left indicator panel.

About this generation

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

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.

Specifications

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4755 mm187.2 in

Length

1725 mm67.9 in

Width

1354 mm53.3 in

Height

2626 mm103.4 in

Wheelbase

415 l14.7 cu ft

Trunk

Petrol

M6

256hp(191 kW)

3.5 l 5-speed manual RWD 0–100 6.9 s

1986–1989

Torque: 330 Nm (243 lb-ft)
Top speed: 245 km/h (152 mph)
Displacement: 3453 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: S38B35
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1619 kg (3569 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)

M635CSi

282hp(210 kW)

3.5 l 5-speed manual RWD 0–100 6.4 s

Torque: 340 Nm (251 lb-ft)
Top speed: 255 km/h (158 mph)
Displacement: 3453 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: M88/3
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1500 kg (3307 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)

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