Why Addison Drives A 1986 BMW E24 Instead Of A New BMW

[@alexandrestarinsky1055]

Nice to see young people still care about these old cars. Have had my 635 CSi for 19 years now, she's like a member of the family.

[@magnacars]

Yep, I’m 21 and all my cars are ‘old’ OLD IS GOLD! Thanks for supporting these interviews by watching, it means a lot to me.

[@daniel635biturbo]

@@magnacars Wow, I bought mine in 2003, still own it, and faster than ever 😇

[@stevenmoore4078]

My dad had one of these and subsequently an M6. I always loved this BMW body style. Nice to see a younger guy who appreciates them.

[@UbiDoobyBanooby]

I’m 40. My dad got his hands on one when I was 16. It’s absolutely iconic in my mind alone. It sat for a couple decades needing some alignment work. That’s fixed. Now it’s sitting in storage with all the body panels removed and primed waiting for the paint job to get finished. I’m trying to find someone trustworthy to finish it as a present to my 72 year old father so he can drive it and enjoy it like he should. His “little grey car”.

[@magnacars]

Thank you for supporting these interviews by watching, it means a lot to me.

[@markmclaurin8948]

My dad also had one. An 86’ 635 csi M. Sans the 6. I loved driving the streets of Seattle in that big coupe’

[@jakedonnely4094]

​@@magnacars best looking BMW ever made. That and 8 series

[@josech]

What a nostalgic moment, remembering when BMWs were beautifully designed.

[@magnacars]

You’re so right brother, Old is Gold! Thank you for supporting these interviews by watching, it means a lot to me.

[@bustjanzupan1074]

Although i love this model, plus, we achieved 847 horsepower from this engine (with TT) , but, All the "shark-nosed" cars should still be banned from the roads or even from the planet , because they are unsafe.

[@dappergent9422]

Stunning car and hat's off to the driver. This is the era of Pure BMW. When BMW used to make good cars.

[@i20010]

Im 40-60 and I give you a big Kudos! This car is classy and elegant as hell, great video!

[@magnacars]

Thanks for supporting these interviews by watching, it means a lot to me.

[@zavatone]

I had a 1987 BMW M6 in the late 1990s. Such a stylish car. Deltron stage 3 black, Ronal rims, lowered 3/4 of an inch. That front air dam coupled with the rear tail fin just made it so sharp looking in profile. Hell, from all angles. Wish I put a turbo or supercharger on it. Even had a fridge between the back seats.

[@fortruth7864]

Have a 87 M6, Stroker kit to 3.8, Forged Bottom end and head work, 385 hp, 333 ft/lb and kept the intake song. Engine management and Centrifical blower in the thought bin though . .

[@Czechbound]

I've always loved the E24 ( though only with Euro bumpers - I live in the EU ). My Dad has an E30 manual coupe since new. It's his daily driver still ( closing in on 320,000 km ). He put Bilsteins on it almost immediately. In 39 years of ownership, it only let him down once ( a coolant hose burst ). It sails through its annual roadworthiness test. It rusted around the rear wheel arches, so he had those replaced. It's so solididly built. When you close the doors they feel way more solid than any modern car I've been in. Great to see this young guy's enthusiasm for his ride !

[@simonebiles7189]

wow that color is absolutely stunning

[@magnacars]

Best I’ve seen on an E24

[@johanjonasson4188]

Im about to buy a mint condition 91 Volvo 740 this Sunday and I'm so excited. I love the design of 80s and 90s cars and the simplicity of the interior!

[@magnacars]

Old is Gold! Thank you for supporting these interviews by watching, it means a lot to me.

[@ahmadmuhammad5946]

growing up my mom drove an 88 740 turbo wagon 5sp in that seagreen color, ill always miss that car. enjoy the Volvo brother and happy new year.

[@johanjonasson4188]

@@ahmadmuhammad5946 My dad had a Volvo 740 wagon. that's where the nostalgia comes from I think.

[@johanjonasson4188]

@@magnacars They are very entertaining!

[@habsom1406]

Love that gorgeous colour, looks so sophisticated, love those wheels, love the stance, love that shape, love that interior, love the condition, love the chrome, love that car! Addison's one cool guy!

[@magnacars]

Glad you like it! Thank you for supporting these interviews by watching, it means a lot to me.

[@Hugothester]

My Mercedes w116 is the same color, love it. I wish there was a multi-purpose air conditioning system you could easily and cheaply fit on most classic cars.

[@magnacars]

I love Mercs! I have a W124, W201, and W202 can’t get enough of them. You’re so right brother, Old is Gold! Thank you for supporting these interviews by watching, it means a lot to me.

[@wernerdanler2742]

I thought air con was pretty standard on European cars even in the 80s. I had an 83 505 Peugeot with air and then an 85 300d Merc with air. I bought a new Pontiac in 73, and it had air. I find it strange for high-end cars like these not to have it. Can you cobble together a system off a salvage car to put in these?

[@Hugothester]

@@wernerdanler2742 The issue is climate regulations, as always, my w116 air cannot be fixed or recharged because it uses a gas that is currently banned by the EU, so I would need to replace the whole system.

[@wernerdanler2742]

@Hugothester I don't think so. I converted my Peugeot and mercedes over to 134. The compressors on both were bad, so I replaced them, and the filter driers and charged them up.

[@jcdawg8363]

Years ago I had an '83 633csi with the 5 speed. I bought it from a doctor who was meticulous about maintenance. I think it had about 80,000 miles on it when I bought it (around 2002) and was in pristine condition. To this day it is the best driving car I have ever owned. Sadly, about 6 months into owning it, someone turned left in front of me and the car was totaled. The damage was not catastrophic but the cost to repair, difficulty in finding parts and the low value of the car caused it to be written off. I searched for several months for another 6 series but every one I found was on its third or more owner and wasn't maintained the way a car like these need to be and would have meant basically taking on a project. I still miss that car and if I ever stumble across a nice one, I will have a hard time passing it by.

[@magnacars]

That’s a shame it got totaled, keep your eyes peeled for another one, you’ll find it!

[@seanstein8313]

Nice man. I'm a recently new owner of a 1980 528i with a m30b34 in it. Love the thing. Makes me want to get rid of my 128i, the simplicity and excellence of older German cars is unmatched. Can't even get to anything without breaking cheap plastic in the new ones!

[@magnacars]

Exactly my feelings Sean, thank you so much for watching this interview it means a lot to me.

[@e28forever30]

Same here, adore my E28 525i!

[@michaelhartzel5855]

Love this car I’m 6’6” and with the seat all the way back. I can’t touch the pedals. Also, that is a high-performance clutch. You really got it. Get the hang of it.

[@maureencora1]

My Bestfriend Had a E24 in 1992 is Why I Love BMWs. May He R.I.P. I Miss Him.

[@Harley-ir4er]

The Interior and wheels on this car is stunning. Delighted the younger generation have such an interest in cars from my generation. It's not just a hobby. this car is a great investment too. I managed to pick up an E30 318is over 20 years ago and dry store it. The e30 was my first car in the early 80's. Enjoy your E24 and thanks for sharing.

[@e28forever30]

Clutch is actually hydraulic, no cable. Sounds like a blinker bulb is failing. Beautiful car, that color is superb!

[@pervertt]

Those who know, know 😉

[@Mmmmchocolate]

Now that is class and style. That’s a high end Italian suit. I would expect to see James Bond driving it.

[@GreggBennett-j3p]

I worked as a tech at a BMW dealership in the late 80’s and saw many of these new and low mileage in for service. Also, fwiw, late 80’s 3.5 liter BWW’s are not particularly expensive to maintain.

[@fboomerang]

I had an 1989 535i Five Speed and it was WONDERFUL, I sold it at 290k miles because I was SURE something would break. Still see it driving around town 20 years later.

[@Lexi_yann]

Love your content man, much love from Kenya🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪

[@magnacars]

Thank you sir

[@doctorrusty6494]

Yeah, that's definitely one of the most beautiful BMWs, if not even most classic cars out there! Such a cool dude driving it too - keep up the passion to those gems on 4 wheels! 😎

[@planettudor]

I had a blue shadow line edition in the 90s. I actually miss it, especially the sound of the straight six, and the look of it

[@deanporter5882]

4k for the work you guys did is not actually not bad

[@runabout76]

In 2005 I bought a 1981 633CSi, and in 2007 I bought a 1985 635CSi, both 5 speed cars and dailies both of them. Paid. $2000 for the '81 and $4500 for the '85. Sadly had to let them both go. Beautiful cars. A joy to drive.

[@derekstocker6661]

Well done on this great car, I had a 628CSi in the early 90s and what a fabulous looking vehicle it was, similar colour to Addson's car and such a great car to own and drive,. Only parted with it as my mechanic at the time said she was corroding, and have owned two BMWs since. Great video, thanks guys.

[@PerfDayToday]

In 78/79 I was studying in London. This model, in both the interior and exterior color, was my dream car. Euros had a brown/senna window tint. Beaut of a car! Bravo. We used to own a 86 535i, miss it.

[@Mister_Kos_]

Buddy, I understand you very well and share your views, well done! I wish you luck with this project and don't sell it for anything, you'll regret it))). I myself drive a strange car every day that few of you have heard of-a Nissan Cefiro A31 with a 1JZ-GTE manual transmission engine swap and everything needed for fun. So I understand what it's like to live with such a car and maintain it

[@ericcarson342]

Damn, look at those low slung doors. And the BIG windows. What a beautiful color. Just wow! I'm speechless. And those sharp wheels arches. I could go on and on. It gives mobster vibes. But cool as hell.

[@IndependenceCityMotoring]

That color really suits the car well.

[@saikoshizzle]

Platanengrun is an Alpina colour. Very special spec. Another cool upload👍🏻thanks mate!🤙🏻

[@1983dmd]

No. In fact, the color is from BMW's palette if you research it (BMW color 188 ) . It is not the famous Alpina Green which is lot darker.

[@saikoshizzle]

@1983dmd I stand corrected. I used to have a alpina 3 series and it was in this gorgeous colour. Including the gold striping.The seller, who was quite the collector, told me it was, so I just took his word for it.

[@1983dmd]

You must regret having sold your Alpina. What exact model was it ?

[@saikoshizzle]

@1983dmd Not really. I had a great time with it, sold it to a guy who still has it, must be like 20 years now, so that was a good decision. It was a '79 E21 B6 2.8. I think I went to an Alfa Romeo 164 after that one...

[@AKGWolf]

That thing is pretty sweet, i cant wait till i get old enough to buy and enjoy classic cars

[@magnacars]

That’s good to hear! Looking forward to hearing what you get.

[@commodorenut]

The best looking race car was the gold and black Jim Richards JPS 635csi that ran around Australian racetracks in the mid 80s, prior to the E30 M3 taking on the racing role. Gold (chrome look) sponsor stickers and gold BBS rims against the chrome window trims and gloss black paint- it looked magic. The theme carried on to the E30, but with less chrome didn’t have the impact that it did on the 635. These were the teenage dream cars amongst many of my friends, but not many came to Australia in RHD form. I’ve seen a few getting around on historic rego. One was LHD. I guess the RHD market being so small, and with much of it located in places where the climate promotes rust, it’s probably easier to find a good clean LHD one these days.

[@1983dmd]

YES !!! Jim Richards !!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZe4dGuvmt5lmK8

[@davidgee6110]

Very nice video and presentation. Nice to see a bit of Calgary. Greetings from Santa Barbara California and an E31 850i (1991) owner. 😊

[@magnacars]

Thank you for supporting these interviews by watching, it means a lot to me.

[@petyrkowalski9887]

Absolutely georgous car. Well done for keeping it in amazing condition.

[@Master-Roshi]

We also use Rotella T6 in our NA Miata's, it solves the lifter tick problem

[@SoBe80s.]

Absolutely stunning, classic especially in that color! So happy for you! Awesome!

[@Melspace02]

Beautiful E24! This is when BMW was making some cool stuff.

[@andrejzupancic2286]

Yet another Paul Bracq masterpiece!

[@TedLee-i7k]

Owned a 1983 633csi for five years, and every minute of ownership was a joy. They are such under-rated cars, for their iconic design, usability, bullet-proofness. Just astoundingly good value. Only frustration is that many parts like the cruise-control actuator are now unobtainable at any price. I wish BMW-or someone-would keep manufacturing the impossible-to-source parts.

[@dionoliveira4058]

Beautiful car a timeless classic ....thanks for sharing

[@Rom30-23]

Addison is driving my dream car, I want a black one with a custom orange or blue interior❤

[@magnacars]

One day you’ll get it God willing, keep going & don’t quit.

[@Rom30-23]

@magnacars 🙏🏽

[@SuperCommando60]

pretty much in sync...this my fav of post 70's , and the 3.0 is the dream.

[@nickyalousakis3851]

incredible cars. my brother has an 88 M6 factory paint red. in toronto. shout out to all albertans. many ppl in canada appreciate alberta.

[@lcurtsinger4313]

Owned a 633 my favorite and best german car I've owned and favorite of my buddies as well,beautiful car there, mine was a 4spd and that thing pulled like no tomorrow

[@JB-E36]

What a unique piece of art. It's a car for life, as the owner describes. My compliments, wow🙏

[@magnacars]

You’re so right brother, Old is Gold! Thank you for supporting these interviews by watching, it means a lot to me.

[@Corenero951]

Very cool and smart young guy Addison!

[@1983dmd]

Superb automobile. Yes, this color, PlatanenGreen Metallic ( 188 ) often had to be special ordered , even if present in the catalog of colors available at the time. Extremely rare. I own an e28 535i with the same color and yes, BMW in their archives for my car, only have the mention ''Special Order' for the color without even mentioning the color ! Parts are pretty easy to obtain and not that expensive...A lot of DIY is possible. Forums, KZbin, etc.,etc...Always fun to see a young person owning these classics. ! PS: Crack the window open and the door will close easier ;)

[@johnbergen9663]

What a gorgeous car! I’ve had 7 Bimmers: 2002, 318, two 325is’, E28 M5, E36 M3 and current car is E46 M3 cabriolet.

[@larrybelton5489]

I really like that car too a lot. I always have. It will be great to get one and do a modern renovation.

[@KensAlpaca]

Love that colour on the E24. Now get some proper bumpers on it 👍🏼👍🏼🤙🏽

[@baarai]

This is the golden era of BMW, in my opinion. Too bad that today's cars are so over-engineered.

[@MangoNizer]

Cars today are underenginered and optimised for fast fanancial gains for the manufacturer. The old German cars were overenginered. That why they hold up so well to the test of time.

[@fboomerang]

UNDER-RELIABLED - Just as The Car Wizard! kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2qYfaioe76Vqsk&ab_channel=CarWizard

[@baarai]

@@MangoNizer: I think that the older German cars were perfectly engineered. That's what I'm trying to say.

[@peterj5751]

@@MangoNizerI’m with you. The new ones are over-teched but under-engineered.

[@ralphlazio505]

I’m not a big fan of BMW’s (with exception to the classics) BUT THIS JAW DROPPING e46 IS JUST ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL AND IMMACULATE 🔥❤️❤️ WOW!!! Amazing job brother 👍🏼 Much respect from Los Angeles.

[@pigknickers2975]

I've been a BMW fancier for nearly 40 years, I remember when these were out and I've never seen one look so good.

[@magnacars]

What a compliment to Addison!

[@pigknickers2975]

@@magnacars Oh yeah, and also I think he's right about the rare colour. Opening the bonnet it was amazing how many E30 parts I recognised. Amazing car I would love it.

[@hubertb.8041]

Beautiful car. Very cool dude! Thank you.

[@gregs8685]

Great cars! I’ve owned three E24, an ‘88 635csi, and two ‘85 M635s. They are fantastic Still wish I had my last one, a blue M635.

[@JDtimesten]

I love these! I still have an E30 325i 5spd. I daily a N52 6spd E90, and I'm seriously considering an E28 535i 5pd. The E30 is easy to work on and the M30 seems like just a big M20. Of course, my E90 is fairly easy to work on, but there's much more stuff to break. I'd bet the E90 is easier than the latest cars though. The back seats of these 6 series cars are so luxurious looking.

[@joeseeking3572]

Nice!! Always loved these. I've had several 5 series (probably in the market for an LC1 G30 M550 this spring as the next daily) including a pretty rare 88 E28 M5 that was unfortunately suffering from rust and electrical gremlins beyond my budget, but this model has always been a wish. To me the 3.0 was better looking, but it's also unobtanium as a CSi, so this is at least doable - when I get a garage space......

[@quantum5652]

Living the dream. Oh to be 26 and have this beauty. Drive safely 🫡🙏

[@samuelcraigrangi]

Stunning colour with the chrome

[@davidbee9563]

A big potential issue with these 5 and 6 series is rust. It can sneak up on you unseen and by the time you find it requires some work. The sunroof drains can be a cause. He has the comfort seats but the optional M6 sport seats are much nicer. If this is a NA spec car It puts out about 186hp/200+lb ft torque. The last year models may have come with the 208bhp higher compression engine from the e34 535. The final drive is 3.24:1 and .80 5th gear. It you swap an e30 3.74:1 lsd it makes things more interesting and raises the rpm by about 250 at highway speeds making 5th better for passing. Looks nice with the 17 BBS style wheels. The e24 was introduced in about 1977 based on the e12 5 series. When the e28 was introduced the platform was changed and it received the 3.2. Then updated to the 3.4 in 1985 with Motronic ecu and ABS. In Europe they first 635 was shared with the infamous M535I e12 then updated with the e28 engine and platform. They were sold up to 89/90 depending on market. Production was shut down during the summer for retooling. So a car could be an 85 or 86 depending on when it was made.

[@magnacars]

Thanks for the detailed information, I’m glad you're so knowledgeable. Thank you for supporting these interviews by watching, it means a lot to me.

[@davidbee9563]

@@magnacars I had a 535 and 533 before returning to Volkswagons. Then I had two different e30 Tourings that were euro imports. Jeremy Walton wrote many BMW books including what was the definitive 6 series book. I once went to the Vintage at the Vineyard event in NC. Lots of Alpina and rare euro cars that year. A few 2002 turbo's and IIRC a 2002 touring.

[@impslap7620]

Beautiful car. I can certainly empathize about being late due to impromptu conversations about a car, lol.

[@eriklarsson3188]

A comfortable backseat with proper seats for a change, In 'modern' cars they are as flat as a flat chested pre-teen.

[@henryrye787]

Beautiful for a Calgary car. Probably not driven during Calgary winters.

[@andersedstrom4295]

Such beautiful BMW 635 CSi, and like me I love the 70-80´s cars much better than todays cars 😍

[@Tight--LiNeZ]

That is the single best colour ever, with the gold pin stripes. My neighbour has an Alpina Touring older 5 series, same colour and pinstripes. The reason he drives this instead of a new BMW, is he obviously has class and exquisite taste in automobiles.

[@Endureromex]

Tenía en aquel entonces 19, siempre me fascinó ese modelo. Felicidades gran compra

[@stevec9704]

Beautiful example of a great BMW. So much character

[@paullopez7561]

The only company that can pull off the shark design elegantly.....I like the design lines

[@MW-uy3np]

winner winner chicken dinner. This guy gets it

[@Matteo21053]

BBS RC090 🙌🔥

[@johnv4866]

Stunning car. Great taste!

[@simon_969]

That is a charming old BMW very nice

[@magnacars]

It’s a very cool car, one of my favourite BMW’s

[@NeilVanceNeilVance]

David Addison (Bruce Willis) in Moonlighting also drove one 😝

[@kevinfestner6126]

Feel the same way re your BMW as my 88 Mazda MX6 GT Turbo stick. Engine parts are findable, but other parts can be close to impossible. Trying to find new coils for the auto adjusting suspension. Trying to keep it OEM.

[@bellagiotapes]

i have an 89 e30 m3 in alpine white, come do a video with me. Im in Houston Tx.

[@tannerharcus8833]

sick video

[@Matt_from_Florida]

Sublime. My wife now wants me to make her a restomod from one!

[@magnacars]

Haha, would be awesome if you do it!

[@christos881]

"Why Addison Drives A 1986 BMW E24 Instead Of A New BMW" Is that a serious question?

[@robertades22]

Listen to the engine roar at 8:32

[@Shoeless_DA]

Wow, one of the most beautiful cars 🤤

[@christophecamus3295]

I love this car , it looks perfect 👌

[@ianshortall3356]

love this car!!!

[@magnacars]

Me too

[@ianshortall3356]

@@magnacars It's a shame they are 50K to 80K AUD in Australia in good condition...

[@joelee918]

cool styling

[@OlafGennies]

What a wonderful car this is!!! ❤😮Gratulation to it! 🎉😊Keep it and never give it away! 😅I was a proud owner of an 316i compact from 1995 in blue color outside and light Grey inside! ❤Automatic gear box 102 horsepower! I was in love with this car, till it was stolen last year in June 😢. But I will buy another BMW for sure! ❤🎉😂For fun and love on the streets of this world is not possible! 😮😂Belive me! ❤😅

[@Sean-vl8xd]

Beautiful car 🔥🔥🔥👍🏿💯

[@dennisgenovese227]

If you owned this car back in the day you had money.

[@chrisallen766]

It runs and its a beauty, unlike any modern one.

[@SophieStredder]

Yay it was my birthday on the tenth of january!

[@fifthgearfoodie5272]

Beautiful car. My cousin bought one new. He eventually sold it. I owned three X5’s two of them being twin turbocharged. BMW makes spectacular vehicles but it’s the constant maintenance and problems that was a turn-off for me.

[@dRew-something]

Couldn't agree more,.manual too. She's a beaut

[@waynegood9233]

This was the same color of my 1967 Pontiac GTO I bought it in 1970

[@johnandrews3568]

A buddy of mine had a 325e in that colour... in period.

[@f.k.3762]

It's a great car and it doesn't need any more maintenance than any other car this old. Rust is killing these cars, all the rest you can handle well

[@HimalayaBeard]

30 years ago, it seemed outdated. So today, It seems perfect!

[@jefflemon7382]

I had an 84 E24 with a CLOTH interior. I wish I never sold it. The cloth is so much better than leather in extreme cold and heat.

[@rafaelmartinmeuldijk6030]

treu ! i had a a w124 Mercedes 300-24 coupe with CLOTH blocked interieur black/white... Porsche idem dito !

[@lv8920]

platanengrün : colour from 10/1981-08/1986 on E30, E24, E28, M6, M5. In Europe there are a few in that color. Normaly not special order.

[@M.L.1]

Have a 1985 U.S. 635CSi. Original California vehicle. I think one of the best looking BMWs ever made. I get so many compliments. I wouldn't ever consider the junk BMW is making today.

[@mr.13zn83]

Love BMW from this era, unlike today. Enjoy it, from England.

[@webbesreloaded]

Super Wagen, Grüße aus 🇩🇪 👍