another new guy
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another new guy
I purchased a '85 635CSi on Ebay. it was located less than two miles from my shop. I checked it out and bought it. it is a presentable driver. everything works as it should, but it needs some love. before completing the purchase, I called my local independent BMW mechanic to see if he knew of the car. He didn't. i mentioned to him that i was really looking for an E24 M6. he pointed me to a stalled restoration of a '88 M6. i bought it too. its restoration is once again underway.
pics will be posted as soon as I find an alternative to Photobucket!
this site is a wealth of information. thanks to all who contribute.
Greg
pics will be posted as soon as I find an alternative to Photobucket!
this site is a wealth of information. thanks to all who contribute.
Greg
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Re: another new guy
Holy cow, welcome Greg
Some may say that you're a glutton for punishment
Our site does permit you to post photos 4 at a time, but there is a size limit to the file, don't recall but I usually reduce the file size
Wanted to mention this so that we don't have to wait for that elusive Photobucket alternative
Once again, welcome to the madness, you're in the right place
Some may say that you're a glutton for punishment
Our site does permit you to post photos 4 at a time, but there is a size limit to the file, don't recall but I usually reduce the file size
Wanted to mention this so that we don't have to wait for that elusive Photobucket alternative
Once again, welcome to the madness, you're in the right place
Bobbo
1980 633 CSi Cypress Green/Pearl Beige
2017 X5 M Sport Xdrive 35i Carbon Black/Ivory White
2005 330 Ci ZHP Cabrio Imola Red/Bone/Black
Re: another new guy
lets see if this works...
thanks, grnshrk.
thanks, grnshrk.
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Re: another new guy
Welcome to the forum!
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Hey Greg - nice looking '85. Where are you in FL?
Dean
Lutz, FL
'85 635 CSi Euro #9402254
'87 Spider Veloce
'92 Spider Veloce
'08 350Z
Lutz, FL
'85 635 CSi Euro #9402254
'87 Spider Veloce
'92 Spider Veloce
'08 350Z
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Dean: thanks. the car is a 20 footer, but will serve me well until the M6 is completed. it may then get a S62 transplant and be resto-modded. I know the purists will not agree, but I find the power lacking. my DD is a 2012 Alpina B7, so the power of the M30 is underwhelming. I am in the Ft. Lauderdale area. I found both cars in Pompano Beach, less than 1/2 mile from each other.
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A V8 in an E24 would be interesting, but a lot more work than I'm planning. I'm hoping for an S54, as it's almost a drop-in and I'd be doing it myself.
Dean
Lutz, FL
'85 635 CSi Euro #9402254
'87 Spider Veloce
'92 Spider Veloce
'08 350Z
Lutz, FL
'85 635 CSi Euro #9402254
'87 Spider Veloce
'92 Spider Veloce
'08 350Z
Re: another new guy
i will let an expert handle the engine swap. i know that is has been done before. i want all features (cruise control, ABS, A/C, etc) to run as intended. i would like to use this car as my DD once the extended warranty on my Alpina B7 is expired. B7 will then be relegated to weekend use. S54 is a good option though. they can make nice power.
btw: i have seen you on Bimmerforums as well and have previously looked up your location. I've been lurking since i bought the cars.
btw: i have seen you on Bimmerforums as well and have previously looked up your location. I've been lurking since i bought the cars.
Re: another new guy
Greg,
Great bunch of purchases! I will be spending a whole lot more time in the Boynton area this winter and can provide some hands on assistance.
Welcome!
Great bunch of purchases! I will be spending a whole lot more time in the Boynton area this winter and can provide some hands on assistance.
Welcome!
Sansouci
84 E24 633Csi Auto, Bronzit/PearlBeige 6997510
93 E32 740il M60 Auto, Alpenweis/Ultramarine
60 528i M30 5-speed Green/Beige (crushed)
71 240Z 4-speed White/Blue (rusty & sold)
65 396 Chevelle 4-speed, Marina Blue/Black (stolen)
84 E24 633Csi Auto, Bronzit/PearlBeige 6997510
93 E32 740il M60 Auto, Alpenweis/Ultramarine
60 528i M30 5-speed Green/Beige (crushed)
71 240Z 4-speed White/Blue (rusty & sold)
65 396 Chevelle 4-speed, Marina Blue/Black (stolen)
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Sancouci: It look forward to meeting you this winter. I have a nice toy shop with a lift. I won't be doing much of the restoration on the M6. it was owned by a body shop owner who will be completing the body work.
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Re: another new guy
I may have to come by for a visit, too. Ken, let me know when you're in-state, since our plans earlier this year didn't work out.
Dean
Lutz, FL
'85 635 CSi Euro #9402254
'87 Spider Veloce
'92 Spider Veloce
'08 350Z
Lutz, FL
'85 635 CSi Euro #9402254
'87 Spider Veloce
'92 Spider Veloce
'08 350Z
Re: another new guy
I'm pretty sure that would be a major job Dean. S38 would be far easier swap.dwcains wrote:A V8 in an E24 would be interesting, but a lot more work than I'm planning. I'm hoping for an S54, as it's almost a drop-in and I'd be doing it myself.
1986 635csi LOCUTUS / Arktis Blau Metallic / Pearl Beige / S38B36/ Close ratio dogleg 5sp
2002 E46 M3 / Topaz Blau Metallic / Black Nappa / 6 speed SMG software tuned / Bilstein PSS10 Coilovers / CMP RACP reinforcement
2002 E46 M3 / Topaz Blau Metallic / Black Nappa / 6 speed SMG software tuned / Bilstein PSS10 Coilovers / CMP RACP reinforcement
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Dean
Lutz, FL
'85 635 CSi Euro #9402254
'87 Spider Veloce
'92 Spider Veloce
'08 350Z
Lutz, FL
'85 635 CSi Euro #9402254
'87 Spider Veloce
'92 Spider Veloce
'08 350Z
Re: another new guy
Yep I've seen that. The S38 however is pretty much a straight drop in compared to the S54.
1986 635csi LOCUTUS / Arktis Blau Metallic / Pearl Beige / S38B36/ Close ratio dogleg 5sp
2002 E46 M3 / Topaz Blau Metallic / Black Nappa / 6 speed SMG software tuned / Bilstein PSS10 Coilovers / CMP RACP reinforcement
2002 E46 M3 / Topaz Blau Metallic / Black Nappa / 6 speed SMG software tuned / Bilstein PSS10 Coilovers / CMP RACP reinforcement