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Highlights
- Iconic BMW Motorsport Coupe – One of the defining performance GT cars of the 1980s
- Highly Original Specification – Factory features and period-correct presentation
- Notable Ownership History – Delivered new to a Hall of Fame athlete
EAG Impressions
The E24 6-Series, produced from 1976 to 1989, represented BMW's flagship grand tourer. Its sleek, shark-nosed design became iconic of BMW's styling in the late 70s and 80s. While European markets enjoyed a range of inline-six engines, including the fuel-efficient 628CSi, U.S. models were limited to larger displacement options like the 633CSi and later 635CSi. The crown jewel of the lineup, the M635CSi (badged as the M6 in North America and Japan), arrived in 1983 for Europe but didn't reach U.S. shores until 1987. The U.S. version retained the powerful M88/3 engine, making it one of the few M cars of its era to maintain performance parity with its European counterpart.
Overview
The E24 M6 represents one of BMW Motorsport’s earliest expressions of combining high performance with grand touring refinement. Built on the elegant 6 Series platform and powered by the legendary S38 inline-six, the M6 delivered race-bred engineering in a luxurious, driver-focused coupe. With its long hood, pillarless profile, and understated aggression, the E24 remains one of the most iconic BMW designs ever produced.
This 1987 BMW M6 is finished in Schwarz (086) over Lotus leather, a classic and period-correct combination that highlights the car’s timeless design. The exterior is complemented by signature M6 details including front and rear spoilers, twin center-exit exhaust pipes, and factory fog lights, all contributing to its purposeful yet refined appearance.
Inside, the cabin reflects the M6’s grand touring character, featuring power-adjustable seats, power windows, and a factory AM/FM cassette player, and driver-oriented ergonomics. The Lotus leather interior offers a unique and upscale contrast to the dark exterior, maintaining the balance between performance and luxury that defined the M6.
Additional factory equipment includes a power sunroof, power-operated mirrors, and a well-appointed interior that emphasizes comfort without detracting from the car’s performance roots. The overall presentation reflects a car that was designed to be equally capable on long-distance drives as it was on spirited back roads.
History
This 1987 BMW M6 carries notable provenance, having been purchased new by Mike Schmidt of the Philadelphia Phillies at De Simone BMW Ltd. in Marlton, New Jersey, and first registered on March 12, 1987. As one of baseball’s most accomplished players of his era, Schmidt’s ownership adds a unique and desirable historical dimension to an already significant BMW M model.
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