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The BMW M6 is the large Coupé and Convertible specification within BMW M, positioned as a grand tourer variant of the M5. The line spans the E63 M6 Coupé and E64 M6 Convertible (2005-2010, factory-installed naturally aspirated 5.0-litre V10 S85, factory-installed 507 hp) followed by the F12 M6 Convertible, F13 M6 Coupé, and F06 M6 Gran Coupé (2012-2018, factory-installed biturbo 4.4-litre S63, factory-installed 560-600 hp). For collectors both M6 generations are distinctive regular BMW M specifications: the E63/E64 represents the factory-installed V10 culture (shared with the E60 M5), the F12/F13 represents the factory-installed biturbo V8 culture. A BMW M6 is not sold to just any buyer; it is passed on to someone who knows the factory-installed grand tourer BMW M culture.
BMW M unveiled the E63 M6 Coupé in 2005 and the E64 M6 Convertible in 2006 as a grand tourer variant of the E60 M5 Sedan. Both models share the factory-installed naturally aspirated 5.0-litre S85 V10 with factory-installed 507 hp and factory-installed 520 Nm of torque. The S85 was at launch one of the most advanced production V10s in the world with factory-installed VANOS variable valve timing, factory-installed individual throttle bodies per cylinder, and factory-installed redline of 8,250 rpm. The E63 M6 Coupé has factory-installed widened bodywork, factory-installed M bumpers, and factory-installed carbon factory roof panel as weight saving. The E64 M6 Convertible has factory-installed electric soft-top. Both available with factory-installed manual six-speed gearbox (US market only, around 1,060 cars) or factory-installed SMG seven-speed single-clutch automatic (rest of world).
The factory-installed S85 V10 in the E63/E64 M6 is substantially value-adding for collectors due to its factory-installed unique character. It is the first and only V10 engine that BMW M ever built in a regular production car. The S85 is technically related to the BMW Williams F1 engine (V10 from the BMW Formula 1 programme 2000-2009). For collectors the S85 in the E63/E64 M6 represents the factory-installed culmination of the BMW M Formula 1 culture. The S85 has known factory-installed points of attention: factory-installed thrust bearing condition (specifically at high mileage), factory-installed VANOS actuator condition, factory-installed individual throttle body service, and factory-installed oil consumption status. For collectors factory-installed S85 condition is substantially value-driving.
In 2012 BMW M unveiled the new F-generation M6 as a successor to the E63/E64. The F generation includes factory-installed F13 M6 Coupé, factory-installed F12 M6 Convertible, and factory-installed F06 M6 Gran Coupé (four-door Coupé on the 6 Series Gran Coupé base). The design was factory-installed refined compared to the E63 and received modern BMW design elements. The engine was factory-installed replaced: the factory-installed naturally aspirated S85 V10 disappeared, replaced by factory-installed biturbo 4.4-litre S63 V8 (shared with F10 M5) with factory-installed 560 hp in regular specification. From 2014 BMW M added the factory-installed Competition Package with factory-installed 600 hp and factory-installed sharpened settings. Available with factory-installed M-DCT seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox or factory-installed manual six-speed gearbox (US market only, factory-installed limited).
The F06 M6 Gran Coupé deserves specific mention: it is the first and only factory-installed four-door M6 in BMW M history. Based on the 6 Series Gran Coupé with factory-installed extended wheelbase compared to F12/F13. For collectors the F06 M6 Gran Coupé represents a factory-installed unique position: factory-installed M6 performance in factory-installed four-door configuration, positioned between the F10 M5 (factory-installed regular Sedan) and the F13 M6 Coupé (factory-installed two-door grand tourer). Production was relatively limited compared to F13 M6 Coupé.
The M6 line has seen a substantially mixed appreciation curve. E63/E64 M6 (2005-2010) with factory-installed V10 S85 has been substantially appreciated since 2018, with factory-installed manual specifications (US market only, around 1,060 cars) in the highest price tier. F12/F13/F06 M6 (2012-2018) is more accessibly priced and is strongly valued for well-documented Competition Package specifications in factory-installed BMW Individual colours. For sellers this means a well-documented M6 with proven service history at BMW M Classic or recognised M specialist, original factory specification, and BMW Group Classic certification attracts strong international interest.
E63 M6 Coupé (2005-2010, V10 S85), E64 M6 Convertible (2006-2010, V10 S85), F13 M6 Coupé (2012-2018, biturbo S63), F12 M6 Convertible (2012-2018, biturbo S63), or F06 M6 Gran Coupé (2013-2018, biturbo S63, four-door Coupé). For collectors confirmation of factory chassis number, factory-installed model year, and factory-installed market version is essential.
E63/E64 M6 has factory-installed naturally aspirated 5.0-litre S85 V10 with factory-installed 507 hp (shared with E60 M5). F12/F13/F06 M6 has factory-installed biturbo 4.4-litre S63 V8 with factory-installed 560 hp (regular) or factory-installed 600 hp (Competition Package from 2014). For collectors both engines are value-adding, but factory-installed V10 is generally more iconic.
E63/E64 M6 available with factory-installed manual six-speed gearbox (US only, around 1,060 cars) or factory-installed SMG seven-speed single-clutch automatic (rest of world). F13/F12 M6 available with factory-installed M-DCT seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox or factory-installed manual six-speed gearbox (US only, limited). For collectors manual is factory-installed scarce and substantially value-adding; M-DCT is acceptable.
From 2014 BMW M added the factory-installed Competition Package to the F-generation M6 with factory-installed 600 hp (factory-installed 40 hp over regular M6), factory-installed sharpened settings, factory-installed M Carbon-ceramic brakes optional, and factory-installed CS-specific wheels. For collectors factory-installed Competition Package is substantially higher priced.
For E63/E64 M6: factory-installed Indianapolis Red Metallic, Sepang Bronze Metallic, Silverstone Metallic, Black Sapphire, Carbon Black. For F12/F13/F06 M6: factory-installed Frozen Editions (factory-installed Frozen Black, Frozen Brilliant White, Frozen Silver), factory-installed BMW Individual colours, and factory-installed regular colours. For collectors factory-installed BMW Individual specifications are substantially value-adding.
M6 service is specialist work: for E63/E64 V10 S85 (factory-installed VANOS, factory-installed thrust bearing condition, factory-installed individual throttle bodies, factory-installed oil consumption status), for F12/F13/F06 biturbo S63 (factory turbo condition, factory-installed head gaskets, factory-installed VANOS, factory-installed M-DCT mechatronics). Service at BMW M Classic or recognised M specialist is essential.
For M6 collectors low-to-moderate mileage (under 100,000 for E63/E64, under 80,000 for F12/F13/F06) with full service history is more attractive. For factory-installed Competition Package specifications and factory-installed BMW Individual specifications low mileage is substantially value-driving.
Note: These factors may influence buyer interest. Value depends on many factors.
E63 M6 Coupé (2005-2010), E64 M6 Convertible (2006-2010), F13 M6 Coupé (2012-2018), F12 M6 Convertible (2012-2018), or F06 M6 Gran Coupé (2013-2018). Model year, chassis number, and engine number. Factory-installed market version (Europe, US, United Kingdom, Asian markets).
For M6 BMW Group Classic certification is substantially value-adding, particularly for factory-installed manual E63/E64 (US only), factory-installed Competition Package F12/F13/F06, and factory-installed BMW Individual specifications. Apply via BMW Group Classic in Munich.
All invoices from BMW M Classic or recognised M specialist. For E63/E64 V10 S85: factory-installed VANOS, factory-installed thrust bearing condition, factory-installed individual throttle bodies, factory-installed oil consumption status. For F12/F13/F06 biturbo S63: factory turbo condition, factory-installed head gaskets, factory-installed VANOS, factory-installed M-DCT mechatronics.
The S85 V10 has known factory-installed points of attention: factory-installed thrust bearing condition (above 100,000 km), factory-installed VANOS actuator condition, factory-installed individual throttle body service, and factory-installed oil consumption status. Document factory diagnostic report from BMW M Classic or recognised S85 specialist.
The biturbo S63 has factory-installed strong character but known factory-installed points of attention: factory turbo condition, factory-installed head gasket status, factory-installed VANOS service, and factory-installed M Steptronic/M-DCT mechatronics. Document factory diagnostic report from BMW M Classic or recognised M specialist.
Paint colour with BMW factory code. For E63/E64: Indianapolis Red, Sepang Bronze, Silverstone, Black Sapphire, Carbon Black. For F12/F13/F06: Frozen Editions, BMW Individual specifications, regular colours. Factory-installed interior in factory specification (factory-installed Nappa leather, factory-installed M seats, factory-installed wood trim, or factory-installed carbon factory interior panels).
Number of previous owners, mileage, gearbox specification (E63/E64: manual or SMG; F12/F13/F06: M-DCT or manual), any factory-installed Competition Package, geographic distribution. For collectors: manual specifications are substantially higher priced.
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