BMW M6#BMW M6 GT3

{{Infobox automobile

| body_style = 2-door coupé

| image = 1985_BMW_M635CSi_-_11.jpg

| name = BMW M635CSi / M6 (E24)

| production = 1983–1989

| wheelbase = {{convert|2620|mm|in||abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|4755|mm|in||abbr=on}}{{efn |{{convert|193.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}} for U.S. models}}

| width = {{convert|1725|mm|in||abbr=on}}

| height = {{convert|1354|mm|in||abbr=on}}

| engine = {{unbulleted list |3.5 L M88/S38 I6 }}

| transmission = 5-speed manual

| layout = Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive

| designer = Paul Bracq

}}

The M6 lineage began in 1983 with the M635CSi model of the E24 6 Series range, which was powered by the M88/3 DOHC straight-six engine (which was a modified version of the engine used in the BMW M1 supercar). In most countries, the model was badged the M635CSi, however the equivalent model in North America and Japan was simply badged in "M6".{{cite web |title=1985 BMW M635CSi |url=https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1985-bmw-m635-2/ |website=www.bringatrailer.com |access-date=7 October 2019}}

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The European-specification M635CSi used the M88/3 engine (without a catalytic converter), which generated {{Convert|210|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 6,500 rpm and {{Convert|340|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 4,500 rpm.{{cite web|url=http://www.fast-classics.com/cars/bmw-e24-m6-2-for-sale/|title=BMW E24 M6|access-date=27 March 2018|url-status = live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170809150557/http://www.fast-classics.com/cars/bmw-e24-m6-2-for-sale/|archive-date=9 August 2017}} The M6 version, sold in North America and Japan, used the S38B35 engine (with catalytic converter), which generated {{Convert|260|PS|hp kW PS|0|abbr=on|order=out}} and {{convert|330|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at the same engine speeds.{{cite web |url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/1987-bmw-m6-road-test-review-give-us-the-m6-anyway-page-3 |title=1987 BMW M6: Mmmm, good. |last = Ceppos | first = Rich | magazine=Car and Driver | publisher = Hearst Magazines |date=1987-07-01 | url-status = live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130115175907/http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/1987-bmw-m6-road-test-review-give-us-the-m6-anyway-page-3 |archive-date=2013-01-15 }} The catalyzed engine was also used in European and other market cars beginning in the summer of 1987, with identical specifications to the federalized engine.{{citation | ref = AR88 | title = Automobil Revue 1988 | editor-last = Büschi | editor-first = Hans-Ulrich | publisher = Hallwag AG | location = Berne, Switzerland | language = de, fr | page = 189 | volume = 83 | date = 3 March 1988 | isbn = 3-444-00469-9 }} The sole transmission for all models was a 5-speed Getrag 280 manual transmission.{{cite web |title=6' E24 M635CSi Manual Transmission |url=https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=5531-EUR-09-1985-E24-BMW-M635CSi&diagId=23_0610 |website=www.realoem.com |access-date=7 November 2019}}{{cite web |title=BMW M635CSi - still a lengend |url=https://www.bmw-m.com/en/topics/magazine-article-pool/bmw-m635csi-top-model-of-the-e24-series.html |website=www.bmw-m.com |access-date=7 November 2019 |language=en-PM}}

Other changes included BBS RS wheels, a rear lip spoiler, a larger front air dam, larger front brakes and revised suspension with a {{convert|10|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} lower ride height.{{cite web |title=1985 BMW M635 CSi E24 - road test |url=https://drive-my.com/en/test-drive/item/2162-1985-bmw-m635-csi-e24-road-test.html |website=www.drive-my.com |access-date=7 October 2019 |language=en-gb}}

The E24 series became a "world car" for the 1988 and 1989 model years, sporting the same bumpers and aerodynamic treatments as its high-performance counterparts across all markets.

According to BMW, the car can accelerate from {{convert|0|-|60|mph|abbr=on|0|order=flip}} in 5.8 and 6.8 seconds for the European and North American versions respectively. The curb weights of the 1987 models are {{convert|1515|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} for the M635 CSi and {{convert|1619|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} for the M6.{{cite web |title=Detailed specs review of 1987 BMW M 635 CSi catalyst offered since mid-year 1987 for Europe |url=https://www.automobile-catalog.com/car/1987/264260/bmw_m_635_csi_cat.html |website=www.automobile-catalog.com |access-date=1 December 2019}}{{cite web |title=Detailed specs review of 1987 BMW M6 offered since mid-year 1986 for North America U.S. |url=https://www.automobile-catalog.com/car/1987/264725/bmw_m6.html |website=www.automobile-catalog.com |access-date=1 December 2019}} A top speed of {{Convert|255|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}{{cite book | ref = AR87 | title = Automobil Revue 1987 | editor-last = Büschi | editor-first = Hans-Ulrich | publisher = Hallwag AG | location = Berne, Switzerland | language = de, fr | page = 195 | volume = 82 |date=5 March 1987 | isbn = 3-444-00458-3 }} made the European M635CSi the second fastest BMW automobile ever built next to the M1. The quarter mile time for the M635 CSi has been recorded at 14.5 seconds while {{Convert|100|mi/h|km/h|abbr=on|0|order=flip}} is achieved in 15 seconds.

A total of 5,855 cars were produced.{{cite web |title=BMW M635CSi - still a lengend |url=https://www.bmw-m.com/en/topics/magazine-article-pool/bmw-m635csi-top-model-of-the-e24-series.html |website=www.bmw-m.com |access-date=7 October 2019 |language=en-PM}} Of these, 1,677 cars were imported to North America.{{cite web |title=BMW M Registry - FAQ E24 M635CSi + M6 |url=https://bmwmregistry.com/model_faq.php?id=5 |website=bmwmregistry.com}} Due to the elongated front and rear bumpers, the length of the U.S. models is {{convert|193.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}.

Production of the E24 M635CSi/M6 ended in 1989.

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{{Infobox automobile

| name = BMW M6 (E63/E64)

| image = BMW M6 E63 - Flickr - Alexandre Prévot (15).jpg

| caption =

| production = 2005–2011

| body_style = {{Unbulleted list |2-door coupé (E63) |2-door convertible (E64)}}

| engine = 5.0 L S85 petrol V10

| transmission = {{Unbulleted list |7-speed SMG-III |6-speed manual (U.S. only)}}

| wheelbase = {{convert|109.5|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| length = {{convert|191.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| width = {{convert|73.0|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| height = {{convert|54.2|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| layout = Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive

| designer = Adrian van Hooydonk

}}

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| image1 = BMW M6 E63 - Flickr - Alexandre Prévot (12) (cropped).jpg

| caption1 = Coupe

| image2 = BMW M6 Convertible (3).jpg

| caption2 = Convertible

}}

Following a hiatus in M6 production for 16 years, the M6 version of the E63/E64 6 Series was introduced in 2005. The M6 uses the same BMW S85 V10 engine and SMG-III automated manual gearbox as the E60 M5.

The M6 was produced as both a coupé (E63 model code) and a convertible (E64 model code). The exterior styling was overseen by Karl Elmitt.{{cite web |title=Karl Elmitt, BMW |url=https://europe.autonews.com/article/20060529/ANE/60525038/karl-elmitt-bmw |website=Automotive News Europe |access-date=13 July 2019 |language=en |date=29 May 2006}}

The M6 had two modes for engine power: a "P400" mode in which the engine has a rated power output of {{Convert|294|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} and a "P500" mode in which the engine has a rated power output of {{convert|373|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}.{{cite journal | journal = Auto Bild | url = http://www.autobild.de/artikel/bmw-m6-fordert-ferrari-575m-f1-50836.html | title = BMW M6 fordert Ferrari 575M F1: Hirn oder Herz | trans-title = BMW M6 challenges Ferrari 575M F1: Brain or heart | language = de | publisher = Axel Springer Auto Verlag GmbH | last = Horn | first = Jan | date = 2005-06-16 | access-date = 2013-01-15 |url-status = live| archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20120126063055/http://www.autobild.de/artikel/bmw-m6-fordert-ferrari-575m-f1-50836.html | archive-date = 2012-01-26 }} Manufacturer claimed performance included a 0–{{convert|100|kph|mph|abbr=on|0}} acceleration time of 4.6 seconds.{{Cite web|url=https://bmw-grouparchiv.de/research/detail/index.xhtml?id=3428122|title=BMW M6 Coupé BMW M6 Cabrio|website=bmw-grouparchiv.de|access-date=13 July 2019}} The top speed was electronically limited to {{convert|250|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} or {{convert|305|kph|mph|0|abbr=on}} if the optional M-driver's package is fitted.{{cite web |last1=Grünweg |first1=Tom |title=BMW M6 Cabrio: Ran ans Guthaben |url=https://www.spiegel.de/auto/fahrberichte/bmw-m6-cabrio-ran-ans-guthaben-a-438949.html |website=Spiegel Online |access-date=13 July 2019 |date=29 September 2006}}{{cite web |title=250 reicht vielen nicht |url=https://www.sueddeutsche.de/auto/hoechstgeschwindigkeit-250-reicht-vielen-nicht-1.547054 |website=sueddeutsche.de |access-date=13 July 2019 |language=de |date=2010}}

The coupe version weighs {{convert|3935|lb|0|abbr=on|order=flip}},{{cite web |title=BMW M6 (2008) review |url=https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/bmw-m6-2008-review/ |website=CAR Magazine |date=31 December 2008 |language=en}} and the convertible version weighs {{Convert|4420|lb|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}.{{cite web |title=BMW M6 Convertible (2006) review |url=https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/bmw-m6-convertible-2006-review/ |website=CAR Magazine |date=25 September 2006 |language=en}} Weight reduction measures include a (coupe-only) carbon fibre roof (a first for regular production model last used on E46 M3 CSL),{{cite web| url = https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2007-bmw-m6-2/| title = 2007 BMW M6 - First Drive - Motor Trend}} thermoplastic quarter panels, aluminium doors, aluminium bonnet (hood) and a thermo-fibre plastic boot (trunk) lid.{{cite web|title=Looking For Plastic Body Panels|url=http://www.adandp.media/articles/looking-for-plastic-body-panels|website=adandp.media|access-date=30 August 2017|url-status = live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170830194654/http://www.adandp.media/articles/looking-for-plastic-body-panels|archive-date=30 August 2017}}

From 2007 a 6-speed manual gearbox was offered in North America, only 701 examples were produced with a manual gearbox (323 Coupes and 378 Convertibles).{{cite web |title=BMW M Registry - FAQ E63 + E64 M6 |url=https://bmwmregistry.com/model_faq.php?id=22 |website=bmwmregistry.com |access-date=6 August 2019}}

Production of the M6 ended in 2011, with sales over the five-year run totalling 9,087 for the coupe and 5,065 for the convertible.{{cite web

|url = https://www.motor1.com/news/23600/current-generation-bmw-m6-coupe-and-convertible-production-ends/

|title = Current generation BMW M6 coupe and convertible production ends

|url-status = live

|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20220116102004/https://www.motor1.com/news/23600/current-generation-bmw-m6-coupe-and-convertible-production-ends/

|archive-date = 2022-01-16

}}

From 2009 a Competition Package is offered including front and rear suspension dropped by 12mm and 10mm respectively using wider rims mounting Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres. ABS, stability control and M Differential settings have been optimised to improve cornering. From outside the Competition Package is recognised because of its new bonnet with ‘precision lines’ as well as because of the redesigned wheels.{{cite web

|url = https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/m6/first-drives/bmw-m6-competition-pack

|title = BMW M6 Competition Pack

|url-status = live

|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20231128130202/https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/m6/first-drives/bmw-m6-competition-pack

|archive-date = 2023-11-28

}}

In 2009 and simultaneously presented with the Competition Package, a special edition of only 100 units was announced. All of the 100 units receive the name BMW M6 Competition and include the Competition Package, plus a special matte painting for the exterior named 'Frozen Gray Metallic'. The interior uses a special trim of Merino leather in either light gray two-tone finish with contrasting stitching or black. All cars included custom floor mats with ‘M6 Competition’ labelling.{{cite web

|url = https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1034956_bmw-unveils-limited-edition-m6-competition

|title = Bmw unveils limited edition M6 Competition

|url-status = live

|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20230605123538/https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1034956_bmw-unveils-limited-edition-m6-competition

|archive-date = 2023-06-05

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{{Infobox automobile

| name = BMW M6 (F06/F12/F13)

| image = 2012 BMW M6 (F13) coupe (2018-11-27) 01.jpg

| production = 2012–2019

| body_style = {{Unbulleted list |2-door convertible (F12) |2-door coupé (F13) |4-door sedan (F06 "Gran Coupe") }}

| wheelbase = {{convert|112.2|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| length = {{convert|192.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| width = {{convert|75.56|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| height = {{convert|53.9|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}

| engine = 4.4 L S63 twin-turbo petrol V8

| transmission = {{Unbulleted list | 7-speed dual-clutch | 6-speed manual}}

| model_years = 2013–2019

| layout = Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive

| designer = Nader Faghihzadeh

}}

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| image1 = BMW M6 Convertible (14601384943).jpg

| caption1 = F12 Convertible

| image2 = 2012 BMW M6 (F13) coupe (2018-11-27) 02.jpg

| caption2 = F13 Coupé

| image3 = BMW M6 Gran Coupé France.jpg

| caption3 = F06 Gran Coupé

}}

The new model is based on the F12/F13/F06 6 Series, and shares its 7-speed dual clutch ("M-DCT") transmission and BMW S63 twin-turbo V8 engine with the F10 M5.

The official performance figures state the acceleration time from {{convert|0-62|mph|kph|abbr=on|0|order=flip}} in 4.2 seconds for the coupe and Gran Coupé, and 4.3 seconds for the convertible.{{cite web |title=Introducing The All-New 3rd Generation BMW M6 Coupe and Convertible. |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/article/detail/T0124825EN_US/introducing-the-all-new-3rd-generation-bmw-m6-coupe-and-convertible?language=en_US |website=www.press.bmwgroup.com |access-date=8 November 2019}}{{cite web |title=Introducing the All-New BMW M6 Gran Coupe |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/article/detail/T0135219EN_US/introducing-the-all-new-bmw-m6-gran-coupe?language=en_US |website=www.press.bmwgroup.com |access-date=8 November 2019}} The top speed is electronically limited to {{convert|250|km/h|abbr=on|0}}, or {{convert|305|kph|mph|0|abbr=on}} with the optional M-driver's package. The differential is an electronically actuated ("Active M") limited slip differential.{{cite web |title=BMW M6 Coupe : Active M Differential |url=http://www.bmw.com/com/en/newvehicles/mseries/m6coupe/2012/showroom/dynamics/active_differential_lock.html |website=www.bmw.com |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140929050922/http://www.bmw.com/com/en/newvehicles/mseries/m6coupe/2012/showroom/dynamics/active_differential_lock.html#t=l |archive-date=29 September 2014 |url-status=dead}} The curb weight for the coupe is {{Convert|4070|lb|abbr=on|order=flip}}.{{cite web |title=BMW M6 Coupe (2012) review |url=https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/bmw-m6-coupe-2012-review/ |website=CAR Magazine |date=14 November 2012 |language=en}} The curb weight of the convertible is {{Convert|4531|lb|abbr=on|order=flip}},{{cite web |title=BMW M6 Convertible (2016) review |url=https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/bmw-m6-convertible-2016-review/ |website=CAR Magazine |date=20 July 2016 |language=en}} and the curb weight of the Gran Coupé is {{Convert|4299|lb|abbr=on|order=flip}}.{{cite web |title=BMW M6 Gran Coupe (2013) review |url=https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/bmw-m6-gran-coupe-2013-review/ |website=CAR Magazine |date=19 April 2013 |language=en}}

The front of the car has a newly designed M kidney grille with an “M6” badge – a homage to the first generation of the M6.{{cite web |url=http://www.bmwblog.com/2012/02/11/world-premiere-2013-bmw-m6-coupe/ |title=M badge on kidney grille |publisher=Bmwblog.com |access-date=2012-02-12 |url-status = live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120212034541/http://www.bmwblog.com/2012/02/11/world-premiere-2013-bmw-m6-coupe/ |archive-date=2012-02-12 }} The lead exterior designer of the F12/F13/F06 6 Series was Nader Faghihzadeh.{{cite web |title=Exclusive: Interview with Nader Faghihzadeh - BMW 6 Series Coupe Exterior Designer |url=https://www.bmwblog.com/2010/10/27/exclusive-interview-with-nader-faghihzadeh-bmw-6-series-coupe-exterior-designer/ |website=www.bmwblog.com |access-date=8 November 2019 |language=en |date=27 October 2010}}{{cite web |title=Designer of Gran Coupe Brings Flow to BMW 6 Series |url=https://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/04/06/designer-of-gran-coupe-brings-flow-to-bmw-6-series/ |website=www.nytimes.com |access-date=8 November 2019 |date=6 April 2012}}

M Performance Parts can be fitted to all M6 models. These include black kidney grilles, a sport exhaust system that reduces weight, a carbon fibre diffuser, a carbon fibre spoiler, a carbon fibre sport steering wheel and a carbon fibre gear selector.

With the 2014 Competition Package, the M6 comes with a sportier exhaust system with black tips, stiffer springs, dampers, and anti-roll bars, steering is more direct than the base M6, the twin-turbocharged V8 engine utilised in the M6 is updated and is rated at {{convert|423|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|680|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} of torque. This results in a 0 to {{convert|100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} acceleration time of 3.9 seconds for the coupe and Gran Coupe versions.{{Cite web|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0141959EN/leading-the-field:-the-competition-package-for-the-bmw-m5-bmw-m6-coupe-bmw-m6-convertible-and-bmw-m6-gran-coupe|title=Leading the field: The Competition Package for the BMW M5, BMW M6 Coupe, BMW M6 Convertible and BMW M6 Gran Coupe.|website=www.press.bmwgroup.com|language=en|access-date=2018-09-04}}

In 2016, the Competition Pack engine was upgraded to {{convert|441|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|700|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} of torque, resulting in a 0 to {{convert|100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} acceleration time of 3.8 seconds for the coupe and Gran Coupe versions.{{Cite web

|url =https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0217204EN/more-potent-competition-package-for-bmw-m6-coupe-bmw-m6-gran-coupe-and-bmw-m6-convertible?language=en

|title =More potent Competition Package for BMW M6 Coupe, BMW M6 Gran Coupe and BMW M6 Convertible.

|url-status =live

|access-date =2018-09-04

|archive-url =https://web.archive.org/web/20221118122831/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0217204EN/more-potent-competition-package-for-bmw-m6-coupe-bmw-m6-gran-coupe-and-bmw-m6-convertible?language=en

|archive-date =2022-11-18

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Around the start of 2015, BMW Motorsport began developing a replacement for the successful BMW Z4 GT3 which already had been in action since 2010, where they selected the M6 as the base model. Throughout the year, the factory engineered the M6 to match FIA GT3 specifications. Emphasis was placed on safety with BMW Motorsport producing an "FIA-approved safety cell in accordance with the very latest safety standards". Unlike the Z4 GT3, which used an engine derived from the BMW M3, the engine of the M6 GT3 was virtually unchanged from that of the production model of the M6 (and the BMW M5). The engine only faced some modifications for use in motorsport. In May 2015, at Dingolfing, BMW works driver Jörg Müller drove the M6 GT3 on its first roll-out to contribute a milestone to its development, and later the M6 GT3 was revealed near the end of the year.

The M6 GT3 showed its success on its debut year in 2016 when Rowe Racing clinched overall victory at the 2016 24 Hours of Spa with BMW works drivers Philipp Eng, Maxime Martin, and Alexander Sims at the wheel. The car also saw success in championships around the world, with wins in the VLN, Italian GT Championship, and Super GT Championship.

The BMW M6 GTLM is the racing version of the M6 created to participate in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and intended to replace the BMW Z4 GTE. The cars are entered by BMW Team RLL, debuting in 2016, with no wins in its debut season. The car would earn four class wins during the 2017 season before being replaced by the BMW M8 GTE for 2018.

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