Sometimes we wonder what makes people like Ken Imhoff who built a Lamborghini Countach from scratch in his basement (click here) or in this case, Jeff Chabotte who restored the original BMW 633 CSI Cabriolet from the Back To The Future 2 film, do the things they do. Most wouldn't even bother, but then again that is exactly what makes people like Ken and Jeff so special. A vivid fan of the Back To The Future trilogy, Jeff Chabotte was presented with a unique opportunity in 2004 to buy the original "flying" 1976 BMW 633 CSI Convertible that belonged to the Marty McFly's enemy, Griff Tannen in the movie. -Continued
As you can see in the pictures provided by Jeff, the vehicle was in a pretty bad shape when he bought it in 2004 as it had been seriously neglected by the studio over the years. This didn't bother Jeff who was committed to restoring the "flying" to its original on-screen condition. However, easier said than done as many parts of the car were either missing or in terrible condition and had to be reproduced.
The restoration is now nearly complete but Jeff seems to need a helping hand to finish the project like repairing the drive train along with wiring the 320i taillights and making it roadworthy. So if you happen to own or know of a dealership in the greater New England area that's willing to help Jeff finish his project in exchange for displaying it in a showroom, feel free to drop us a line.
12 Comments:
One question... how does the car turn with those hair-dryer looking pieces attached to the front wheels?
"Greater love hath no man than this - that he lay down his life for his friends."
I hope it was worth it, 'cause it took a lot of love to do that project.
There's a portable car crusher in his area that can finish the job. Time for junior to move out of his parent's house and seek real employment.
anybody smells jeleaousy around here?
sniff, sniff...
Because i do.
"One question... how does the car turn with those hair-dryer looking pieces attached to the front wheels?"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNwi3c457zU
"Time for junior to move out of his parent's house and seek real employment."
Hi, I'm 31, married and have a son. I moved out of my parents before i bought this car.. I own my own home and work for a major pharmaceuticals company.
Thanks for playing!
OMG you also have a delorean !
Very nice job, I love the bmw e24 and the Back to the future trilogy (especially the 2nd one =D).
You did great !
I must visit your garage some day ^^ (but i'm from France)
do you still need help getting the lights to work? curious!
cool...nice job
you have a golden heart
;) congratulations ;)
greetings from italy
I have a 633csi and it looks great. However the speaker cover and dashboard is not in a good shape. What do you recommend. can I buy them new?
NICE. Good job
I have a 77 630csi im trying to get running.
The rust is getting worse just sitting in my driveway. Wish I had room for it in my garage.
http://s9.photobucket.com/albums/a71/BLOODsorm/1977%20630csi/
Maybe the last poster could make a mold and a new dash out of fiberglass?? idk.
Thx,
BLOODstorm
Lot of those pics look familiar as I am turning my 633 into a convertible thanks for blazing a trail
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