1982

Interior modifications

The changing fascia of 6-Series is depicted in drawings of the four spoke steering wheel 1979 model (with a digital clock in the centre console replacing the first analogue fitment) and the three spoke steering wheel of the current mid-eighties layout, introduced in the Summer of 1982.

The lastest dash includes Service Interval Indicator and and mpg/litre per 100 kms monitor in a layout that continues the cockpit theme, but varies considerably from the original. Note that the test button centre of 1976 has stood the test of time (left of steering wheel).

SII - Service Interval Indicator

The coloured indicator lights show the driver how long it is to the next inspection or when the oil has to be changed. The more indicator lights that are lit, the closer it is to a oil change or a service inspection.

The electronics behind the SII read and store information from several sensors and also how the car is driven. Hard driving means shorter service intervals, while a restrained style of driving will give longer intervals.