BMW

Good Bones: 1987 BMW M6

While every seller would like to think their car has “good bones,” few cars rarely show it as well as this slightly tatty 1987 BMW M6 does. This is one the last “affordable” M-cars of the 1980s, as prices… more»

Going to Need a Bigger Magnet: Lake-Find BMW M3 S14 Motor!

Just when you think you’ve seen everything, some guy on Facebook confesses he drags a magnet around local lakes and found a motor. An interesting motor, at that. A random post on Facebook caught my eye when I realized… more»

70k Survivor! Two-Owner 1976 BMW 2002

BMW laid the foundation for the success of its now-legendary 3 Series with a compact, nimble two-door sports sedan named the “2002”. This 1976 BMW 2002 automatic in Westwood, New Jersey features shiny original paint, relatively low miles at… more»

Not Driven Since ’98: 1980 BMW 320i

As some of you know, I own an E21-series BMW, a gray-market car I found on a farm and shared with this page a few years ago. I still owe you an update on the 1980 320/6, from the… more»

Old Maroon Shark: 1971 BMW 3.0CS

While BMW is quite an established automaker these days, the 3.0CS was one of its first hits in the United States. Introduced in the late 1960s, the BMW 3.0CS featured a robust 6-cylinder engine under the hood and some… more»

A True Survivor? 1974 BMW 2002 Turbo

The rarely seen BMW 2002 Turbo was the brainchild of none other than Bob Lutz, the brash auto executive who had a hand in several iconic vehicles loved by enthusiasts. Unfortunately for him and the turbocharged BMW, the oil… more»

Questionable Mods: 1988 BMW M3

Despite seeming like every BMW E30 M3 has been found and posted on eBay for ridiculous asking prices, some cars remind us that the earliest generation of the M3 was at one time a used tuner car. This 1988… more»

Rare Euro Model: 1990 BMW 735i SE

While it started its life cruising the roads of England, this BMW 735i SE has called Pennsylvania home since 2016. The BMW looks like it is in really nice condition, and it comes with a very comprehensive service history… more»

Malaga Survivor: 1974 BMW 2002

BMW 2002s haven’t quite taken after the iconic Porsche 356 in terms of obscene values, as they reside in a more level-headed environment where only the best restoration cars and survivors command silly money. You can still buy a… more»

No Reserve Driver: 1979 BMW 320i

The E21-chassis 3-Series has found its way into my own garage, with a 1980 320/6 Euro-spec car that I discovered as a “farm find” some years ago. This car is a U.S.-model, made obvious by its bulbous safety bumpers… more»

Warehouse Find: 11 Brand New BMWs Discovered!

As your resident BMW fanatic, this story made my heart skip a beat when considering the prospect of a new-in-the-wrapper E34 M5 being under one of those dusty sheets. Sadly, this collection of 11 forgotten BMW 5-Series sedans (and… more»

6-Speed Basketcase: 1991 BMW 850i V12

When it comes to BMW’s E31 coupe, enthusiasts will speak warmly about their affections for the car but also their dread of maintaining one long-term, or owning a basketcase example like this one. Still, the combination of V12 power… more»

BMW Saviour: 1963 BMW 700

BMW is a company renowned for building cars which combine style, performance, and luxury. However, this hasn’t always been the case, but while this 1963 BMW 700 may not possess any of the previously mentioned attributes, it is, without… more»

Rusty But Worthy: 1963 BMW 3200

Among BMW’s most collectible models, the classic E9 coupe gets more than its fair share of enthusiast attention. The earlier BMW 3200 seen here was produced in far lower numbers (less than 600) and shares more than a few… more»

Old School V8: 1961 BMW 502

This handsome 1961 BMW 502 is said to be a part of a larger collection that the craigslist seller is unloading, and it appears to be an unrestored example that is largely complete. These were imposing executive saloons when… more»

Running Copart Project: 1972 BMW 2002

Copart continues to intrigue me as it relates to hobby or collector cars that show up for sale on the internet’s largest salvage yard. This clean 1972 BMW 2002 is a desirable “roundie” round taillight example that doesn’t appear… more»

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