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     he 850 CSI is still considered by many as the last true Bahn storming, low volume, BMW M built GT Car. Only 160 of these very special and highly expensive cars were built over a 3-year period in right hand drive. It is as close as we got to the M8 with BMW having canned the M8 after the production of just one prototype. It was a change of direction for BMW M that lead to the decision that the M badge no longer lived on a big GT car. The 850 CSI was largely BMW M inspired with a massive input from their engineers in suspension, steering, brakes, engine and aerodynamics. We certainly feel that the 850 CSI is the best high-speed mile eater to leave BMW and M. A very clever blend of high performance and handling with luxury still rarely seen today. M Inspired and very low volume has to make this a true must for the most serious of car collectors.

All 850 CSI’s were 6 speed manual and fitted with limited slip differential as standard. BMW M made numerous upgrades to the M70 engine was increased to 5.6 litres. These mods with improved inlet and exhaust took the power to an impressive 380 bhp and 550 Nm of torque. Front and rear springs and shocks were up rated by M and the BMWs four-wheel steer system became standard on the CSI. The front brakes where larger than the standard 850 with Brembo calipers. The interior on the standard car was already an extraordinarily high specification but the CSI saw red needles added to the instruments along with M Badged and striped gear knob, door sill plates and engine cover. Externally the CSI benefited from revised M front and rear spoilers, sill skirts, aerodynamic mirrors, and a fantastic looking exhaust system.