My first BMW - 6 Series 645CI Convertible

[ssavill]

Hi All

Just on the verge of buying - what is a lovely 645ci....

Its a 2005 model, 4.5 v8 - drives like a dream, 69,000 miles.... Full BMW Service history only on its 2nd owner, stratus grey..

Any thoughts / views / things to look for on these cars?

Thanks

Stuart.

[LFB531]

I joined the 6 club earlier this year, not quite the same but a 650 coupe from '07.

Enjoying it so far although at times it seems a bit big! Used as a second car for me and a nice place to be. Just come back from Le Mans and it swallowed that trip without fuss.

Had a leak from the gearbox switch, fixed that and replaced the trans oil at the same time, c£350. Two run flats on the back came in at about £500. If you've got those, much advice on here about swapping to normal tyres for a better ride. i-Drive seems a bit clonky but when you get the hang of it, works fine. Some nice detail touches and the finish is spot on

They're no sports car but will suck up the miles at quite a rate when needed. I really wanted an XKR but value for money, this was irresistible and no regrets at all.

[Nath911t]

Lovely cars when everything works as it should and they hold oil. I bought a late 2004 Coupe recently - have a look a few pages back and you'll some some great advice on there.

[ssavill]

Thanks all for feedback - have taken the plunge - and am picking new motor up tomorrow!

Ill let you know if it gives me trouble :-)

Cheers

Stu.

[parabolica]

My first BMW (and RWD car) was a 2004 645Ci and I loved it. Had it from 65k to 100k and whilst it wasn't the cheapest thing to run, when it was all 100% it was a magnificent car. Traded in for a current gen 640i a year ago; the dreaded valve stem oil seal were on the way out (blue smoke) and I was quoted £3k to fix it. I had ploughed roughly £3k into the car during my 4 year ownership so decided to call it quits. Love my 640i but I really miss the V8 rumble that came with the 645

[Collectingbrass]

I hope this is too late in a good way but the PH buying guide is here

https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=16...

I would say check stem seals either have been tackled or dont need doing, make sure the lights work as they should, especially if the main beams are the Xenons and make sure the tyres are in good knick all round, especially on the inside corners. Other than that, happy motoring!