Looking at a 635csi.......

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   Depends on what you're looking for. If all you want is a toy to play around with then �400 isn't much. Probably worth more as spares. As  an example, a good one with full history, 60k miles & few worries would be �11k+ from Munich Legends. Pays your money etc.
Most mechanical parts are shared with the E28 5-series so are fairly affordable & available. Wings & bodywork are another matter. �450 a wing + painting etc. Corrosion is a major concern.
174k ?? Could be fine but a camshaft is on the cards at 150k+ & a new engine is �2-3k. It's the little things that add up so don't expect to turn it into concours Pebble Beach winner. No depreciation but 18 mpg is to be expected. At the end of the day, how much do you want one?

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AndyS Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Really Senior Member II The Last of the Few Joined: 21-August-2003 Location: 55 � North Status: Offline Points: 1365	Posted: 25-May-2004 at 18:36
	Depends on what you're looking for. If all you want is a toy to play around with then �400 isn't much. Probably worth more as spares. As an example, a good one with full history, 60k miles & few worries would be �11k+ from Munich Legends. Pays your money etc. Most mechanical parts are shared with the E28 5-series so are fairly affordable & available. Wings & bodywork are another matter. �450 a wing + painting etc. Corrosion is a major concern. 174k ?? Could be fine but a camshaft is on the cards at 150k+ & a new engine is �2-3k. It's the little things that add up so don't expect to turn it into concours Pebble Beach winner. No depreciation but 18 mpg is to be expected. At the end of the day, how much do you want one?
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redguy Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member II Joined: 06-November-2003 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 172	Posted: 25-May-2004 at 15:29
	Bit of a departure from my normal 3-series realm, but here goes! I have been alerted to a 1986 'C' 635csi which is for sale. It has been stored outside, but is taxed and MOT'd until August. The interior just needs some TLC, but the car has 3 rust spots (I think it's the roof, arches,etc) I have only seen it at a distance, so I am relying to my contacts description! It has been fitted with a new set of alloys, however, the clock is at 174k. It is there for around �400 - not knowing much about the six (I run a E36 and E21), and not being made of dosh, would I be foolish to look any further? Are the spares cheap and easy to come by? And how rare or good is the 635? Sorry for the long posting, and may thanks in advance for any pointers in the right direction!