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BMW 6-Series M6 (2005-2010) review

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Parkers overall rating: 4.5 out of 54.5

At a glance

Price new £83,300 - £91,225
Used prices £7,427 - £16,928
Road tax cost £415 - £735
Insurance group 50
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 293 miles
Number of doors 2
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Sublime engine and thunderous performance, superb handling, available as a soft top

CONS

Expensive to buy and run, M3 is much cheaper and even better to drive

Written by Simon Harris Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

BMW’S M division returns to the 6-Series, rekindling memories of the old M635 CSi of the late 1980s. The M6 Coupe and Convertible use the same 5.0-litre V10 engine as used in the M5 saloon, which is said to be capable of 205mph if completely derestricted – luckily UK cars come restricted to 155mph. The M6 has many bespoke parts over a standard 6-Series and BMW claims it deserves comparison with illustrious models from Ferrari and Porsche.

It’s not quite that good (although it’s certainly expensive) and is perhaps a little intimidating on UK roads with almost too much power. However the M6 will remain an exclusive and dramatic high-performance car for uncompromising customers.