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BMW E24 6 Series (1976–1989): specs and known issues
The BMW E24 6 Series was produced 1976–1989, in the grand tourer class, per Wikipedia. We do not have repair prices for it yet.
Specs from Wikipedia (revisions listed below)
E24 at a glance
| Production | January 1976 – April 1989 / 86,216 produced | [1] |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Grand tourer | [1] |
| Body style | Coupe | [1] |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive | [1] |
| Wheelbase | 2630 mm (103.5 in) | [1] |
| Length | 4755 mm (187.2 in) / US: 4923 mm (193.8 in) | [1] |
| Width | 1725 mm (67.9 in) | [1] |
| Height | 1365 mm (53.7 in) | [1] |
| Curb weight | 1450–1619 kg (3197–3569 lb) | [1] |
- Predecessor: BMW E9
- Successor: BMW 6 Series (E63)
Engines offered
Engine pages whose Wikipedia car list names the E24. It can include markets or variants, so confirm your engine code.
If you've had work done on one, ask for quotes or share what you paid in the form on any repair page, and it becomes a data point for the next owner.
Generations and body styles
- Next generation: E63 6 Series (2003–2010)
Related models
More 6 Series chassis codes: E63 · E64 · F12 · F13 · F06 · G32
Other BMWs that started in the 1970s: E21 3 Series · E12 5 Series · E23 7 Series · E26 M1
Common questions
When was the BMW E24 6 Series produced?
January 1976 – April 1989 / 86,216 produced, per Wikipedia.
Which engines were offered in the BMW E24 6 Series?
Engines whose Wikipedia articles name E24: M30, M88/S38. Check your car's engine code before relying on this list.
Sources
- Wikipedia: BMW 6 Series (E24) (revision 1358361056, read 2026-10-23)
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