For Sale: 1985 BMW 635csi in Mesa, Arizona

We could tell you all about how the first-generation BMW 6-Series is a true icon with a sleek but substantial style... but that's not what this one is about. It looks a little darker and meaner, and it rides a little lower. That's your first indication to take a closer look. Then you spot a competition-level interior, full race cage, and even a fuel cell in the trunk. So what's under the hood? The straight-six power has been swapped for a fresh professionally-built small block Chevy V8! Oh yes, this is not a Moonlighting BMW. And as you look over the full package, you're going to see a thoughtful total setup where you have serious driver-ready pieces, like the custom fully independent suspension. And yet, this still doesn't lose the right premium BMW charm with features like power windows, a sunroof, and air conditioning.

HIGHLIGHTS

*Bright red paint does a good job of showing off the classic BMW lines

*Blackout grille, rear spoiler, and lowered stance hint at the true beast within

*Polished Elite 16-inch wheels give this the right amount of brightwork

*Well-finished race-ready interior

*Full custom race cage

*Konig racing seats

*Deist five-point harnesses

*Hurst shifter

*Lecarra sports steering wheel

*AutoMeter Pro-Comp gauges

*Still retains BMW-level amenities

R134a air conditioning
-Premium AM/FM/cassette stereo with Polk Audio speakers
--Power windows
-Power steering
--Sunroof

*402 cubic-inch small block V8

Professional build by Rancho Performance in Aug 2022
-Small block weight with a big block displacement
--Brodix aluminum heads
-Dry sump oiling
--Edelbrock Victor Jr. intake
--Quick Fuel four-barrel carburetor

*Long tube headers feeding a side-exit exhaust

*Five-speed manual transmission

*Customized independent front end with large sway bar

*Independent rear suspension adapted from a C5 Corvette

*New sport tires (2023)

*Four-wheel disc brakes with adjustable proportioning valve

It's hard not to imagine how much extra fun it would be to have a small block Bimmer. We're not just thinking about the big motor investment or custom suspension that make for an awesome driver. There's also just an irresistible factor about being the rogue entry at every car show - no matter if it's for European or American metal. It's just a powerful and well-finished coupe that defies just one definition. Is this the ultimate version of The Ultimate Driving Machine? We bet you think it is...but you're not the only one. And the problem with a one-of-a-kind is that if you miss your chance there may never be another. Call today!!!