Classic 635 Buying Advice
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Printed Date: 19-April-2024 at 21:12
Topic: Classic 635 Buying Advice
Posted By: dan777
Subject: Classic 635 Buying Advice
Date Posted: 04-July-2010 at 11:48
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Hello. Looking for some buying advice for the early 635, something like this would do nicely. http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C166984/ Bearing in mind that I'm not mechanically minded and will probably get someone to inspect whatever car I go for.... What should I be looking out for? Ballpark figure to rectify the problems mentioned? What is the "test lamp panel" and how much to fix it? Thanks Dan |
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Posted By: Rhys
Date Posted: 04-July-2010 at 19:05
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Hi and welcome to the forum. If you use the search function on here you will find lots about the old 6's. Rust worm being the main concern (inner wings etc.) If you shop around you might be able to find a nice 'Highline' Good luck.  ------------- V reg Rustbucket Merc C220 Cdi estate J Reg Saab 900i 16v '63 Ford Anglia 105e deluxe R reg Honda PC50 moped.. No BMW as yet... |
Posted By: Howard
Date Posted: 12-April-2012 at 17:27
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Always buy the best car that you can - and that is not always the most costly. Early 635s are usually quite rotten, but do not always show it. Inner and outer wings and rear arches are often the major problem. With wings at £600+ and inners almost unobtainable, the costs can be horrific. Buy a museum item that has not been run for years and is in original condition - it will cost around £19K +. Even that will probably need a new fuel tank and brake lines - or get one that has been restored by a reputable restorer. Let some other idiot spend his cash. I paid £24K for my M6 when it had 18K miles on the clock - even that needed a new fuel tank, as they get rust inside if left empty for a year or two. Luckily my tank, fuel pump and fuel lines were all replaced under the car warranty. It will be for sale shortly with offers over £30K - but not until I have had a few more drives in it. Copy and paste this: http://www.635csi.co.uk/M635/ : into your browser. ------------- 1963 700 LS 1988 635 CSi 1990 M635 CSi no longer! 2001 E38 728i Individual http://www.tyneships.co.uk" rel="nofollow - http://www.tyneships.co.uk |
Posted By: alpina17
Date Posted: 29-June-2012 at 14:19
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Just noticed OP post was 2010! Wonder if he ever took the plunge? |
Posted By: AndyS
Date Posted: 04-July-2012 at 00:07
Yes this forum is rather quiet these days  ------------- AndyS Live each day as if it's your last - one day it will be. http://www.photostick.co.uk/view-933_BaurSig1.jpg" rel="nofollow"> 
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alpina17 wrote:Posted By: alpina17
Date Posted: 05-July-2012 at 23:29
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Ya...sure is quiet! Then again you will always find the die~hards lurking about.  Paul
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