1988 BMW M6 Blue

This 1988 BMW M6 was acquired by the seller 3 years ago from a long time customer, for whom he had serviced the car since 2001. This example is one of just 1800 US-delivered for 1988, powered by the S38 3.5 liter DOHC 24-valve inline-six engine mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The drivetrain is reported to be original to the car. The seller has brought the car to its current condition with a cosmetic refurbishment including a repaint in Royal Blue Metallic, for which all moldings, trim and glass were removed. All maintenance is reported to be up to date, including a recent valve adjustment and replacement of all valve springs. True mileage is unknown, with Carfax reporting last known mileage as 118k in 2001, at the time there was an instrument cluster or odometer replacement done by the previous owner. This M6 is accompanied by detailed service records since 2001, and is offered with a clean title. Thorough metal repairs and prep reveal tight panel fit, and serve to show off the lines of BMWâ??s famous â??Land sharkâ?. Clean glass, bright lenses and plastic/rubber trim are visible throughout. Photos also show checking to rubber of the trunk spoiler, light scuffing to bumper rubbers at the corners, and some surface delamination of the driverâ??s side mirror. The seller has provided photos detailing the extent and care of metal fabrication in preparation for the recent repaint, including work to both front fenders, rockers panels, rear panel around the tail lamps, and the windshield scuttle. The full repaint in Royal Blue Metallic was completed in July 2016. This M6 rides on a set of custom-painted BMW Style 5 staggered wheels, with Continental Extreme Contact DW tires. The matching blue rims were applied as part of the repaint, and wheels show little evidence of curbing. The 8-way Recaro front seats have been re-upholstered, and new carpet has been installed, with both providing a close match to the original Lotus interior. Front upholstery and carpets are in good condition, while the rear seats and other interior surfaces show slight discoloration. The seller notes a small tear in the driverâ??s side door panel, and that the seat hinge covers are missing. The steering wheel airbag module has been disabled by faulty sensors, which are reportedly no longer available.