Bmw E31 858 Csl

Discover the one-of-a-kind E31 858 CSL, a stunning fusion of BMW heritage and modern power. See how this custom build redefines a legend. First Look This one-off '858 CSL' is a stunning 630bhp, V10-powered BMW 8 Series Reyn Speed Shop debuts gorgeous E31 restomod stuffed full of E60 M5 ten-pot Vijay Pattni Published: 28 Aug 2024.

Instead of BMW's ancient V12, Reyn stuffed in a stroked 5.8-liter version of the E60 M5's V10. That's actually where it gets its name-858. Instead of the E60 M5's maddening "SMG" automated manual transmission, the 858 CSL uses a true six-speed manual.

It must sound incredible, too. Some E60 M5 bits have made it inside the 858CSL. The BMW 858 CSL is a unique restomod-style creation based on the E31 8-Series.

Key features include a V10 engine swap from the E60 M5, paired with a manual gearbox. Most BMW fans have a love/hate relationship with the original "E31" 8 Series. On the one hand, it's a gorgeous, classically '80s.

BMW The result is a unique restomod from America, transforming the E31 into a true performance car: meet the 858 CSL, a V10. Pictured on Michelin rubber, the 858 CSL also boasts E31-inspired custom taillights, a very neat carbon-fiber aerodynamic diffuser, and a quad. With expert assistance from automotive designer @jonsibal, this E31 features elements inspired by some of the most iconic pieces of BMW design-E30 box flares, an E46 M3 CSL front bumper, and more.

Famed designer Jon Sibal created the 858 CSL's carbon-fiber bodywork, with nearly every panel changed. Gone are the pop-up headlights in favor of slim units in the bumper, which has a design akin. The BMW 858 CSL: Rey Rivera's Masterpiece Fusing E31 8 Series Elegance with E60 M5 Power and Modern Engineering August 29, 2024 By Dana Phio Cars No Comments The first-generation BMW 8 Series, introduced in 1989, was a muscular and forward.