A true collector classic--1985 BMW 635 CSi "Euro Spec". This is an adult owned, non smoker, always garaged auto. No accident, clear title in my name.
Overview:
– previous owner owned since 2009
– all service done at I service imports--Cherry hill, NJ
—offered below value— current valuation is over $30k, hagerty valuation included
– previous owner did full body restoration in 2011
– All records back to 2009 and then some--paperwork and receipts included
--Euro spec, more horsepower, no catalytic, better design cues, US titled, desirable collectable.
—clean US title, non smoker, no accidents, well cared for— always garaged, never abused.
Services within the past 5 years:
Fuel injection serviced
– Fuel injectors flow matched by Marren Fuel Injection
– Air-flow meter replaced with rebuilt unit
– Throttle position sensor replaced
Supersprint high performance cat-back installed
– New gaskets, hangers and oxygen sensor installed
Braking system overhauled
– Calipers rebuilt by Hayworth Racing Brakes
– Master cylinder and booster replaced
– Braided-stainless lines from Turner Motorsport installed
– All new power brake and steering hoses
– P.S. pump resealed with factory kit
– Dexron III P.S. fluid flushed and replaced
Lock and ignition tumblers replaced with factory units. Flashlight key, standard key, valet key and wallet key included with sale
All vacuum hoses replaced with new, ICV serviced, throttle body cleaned, AFM replaced with rebuilt unit
Climate control unit and interior temperature sensor replaced/rebuilt
Suspension and steering overhauled
– Idler arm, center/outer tie rods, steering u-joint and flex disc replaced
– Upper (thrust) control arms replaced with new, bushings swapped for Moosehead Engineering part
– Lower control arms replaced
– Shocks/strut inserts replaced with Bilstein B8
– Springs replaced with Ireland Engineering lowering springs (¾” drop)
– Strut and shock mounts replaced
– Front and rear strut brace installed
– Wheel speed sensors replaced
– Rear trailing arm bushings replaced
– Rear subframe bushings replaced
– Differential mount, transmission mounts and engine mounts replaced
– New front wheel bearings and hubs
Cooling system overhaul
– New expansion tank and cap
– Good, used heater valve
– New thermostat housing
– New DME temperature sensor
– New thermostat and water pump
– New drive belts
– New lower radiator hose
– Coolant flushed and bled
The car is set up to be a dependable driver. I’ve put less than 3K miles on it since ownership. The car is garaged and used for pleasure only. Being a NE car for a lot of its life, and even after the restoration and repairs in 2011, the rear quarter, front wings and upper rocker began to rust again. Interestingly enough, the floors, cowl, spare tire well and structural components such as the frame rails and strut/shock towers show no evidence of rust--this was indicated when restoration was done. To repair this to a high standard is not expensive. I've received 2 quotes of $1870 and $2300 this summer. Close-up photos of all rust can be found in the gallery.
Important Points:
– Recent valve adjustment.
– The transmission output shaft and shift selector seals are starting to weep.
– The differential is dry as it was recently resealed
– The gearbox shifts well, but would benefit from a short shift kit and/or stiffer bushings if you choose that route.
– The clutch grabs low, but does not slip or chatter.
– The brakes stop even and clean, the pedal feels firm.
– The steering is tight.
– The suspension is quiet and performs as it should newer components.
– The gauge cluster is fully operational and no warning lights are present, however the service interval lights cannot be reset
– There is a newer Kenwood XDC head unit with bluetooth and a microphone installed.
– The heat works and modulates as necessary.
– The air conditioning is non-operational. It was charged with R12 in 2020 but could not build pressure. The compressor spins freely.
– Oil always changed with Penngrade 1 20w-50 during my ownership.
– PS fluid is of proper Dexron III specification.
– The sunroof opens and closes as it should.
– All windows and central locks are operational.
– There is a slight wind leak in the passenger side door seal, but the car does not leak water when washed.
– Cruise control is operational.
