The 5-series BMW is legendary. Introduced in 1972 as the E12 and continuing today in its eighth generation, a few million examples have been sold. Early cars still carve roads and tracks; racking up a few hundred thousand miles… more»
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Aug 12, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Two Owner Survivor: 1989 BMW 325iS
The BMW E30 range produced several great classics, including the original giant-killing M3. Another deserving a close look is the 325iS, which combined a peppy engine with excellent handling. The result was a rewarding driver’s car, and these vehicles… more»
Jul 27, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Storage Find Smorgasbord: BMW Isetta, Pontiac Catalina, and More!
One of my favorite listing “types” is a mish-mash of cars offered for sale by a guy who is likely similar to many of us: a variety of vehicular interests, all colliding together in a cinder block garage. The… more»
Jul 19, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Inka Orange Estate Find: 1973 BMW 2002 Tii
Normally, I recoil a bit with listings where the opening bid seems high, but this 1973 BMW 2002 Tii seems like it’s worthy of a generous starting point. The 2002 has a lot going for it, from its color… more»
Jul 10, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Same Owner 30 Years: 1976 BMW 2002
In BMW fan and collector circles, the 2002s are considered iconic. They were built between 1968 and 1976 by Bavaria Motor Works in Europe and were considered “executive” sporty cars because of the combination of performance and comfort. This… more»
Jul 5, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Sports Car Collection: BMW 2002 and Nissan 240SX Auction
There are small auctions happening all over the country on a given basis, far outside the glare of the big-ticket Mecum and Barrett-Jackson auction houses. While I wish we could sniff out all of these estate sales and local… more»
Jun 13, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Two Motors, One Frame: 1952 BMW R67/2 Motorcycle
BMW Motorcycles has garnered a lot of press over the past few years with the introduction of the R18. This new motorcycle is a step back in time for the company, with styling that is a modern update of… more»
Jun 6, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Spotless Driver: 1974 BMW 2002 Tii
BMW enjoys a well-earned reputation for producing luxury cars but also has a history of building smaller models that provide an engaging driving experience. The E30 version of the M3 proved a giant killer, bringing the company significant motorsport… more»
Jun 6, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Pillarless V12 Coupe: 1993 BMW 850CI
Buying a former flagship is always a risky proposition, especially when it’s a car like the BMW 850CI that’s powered by a lusty V12. However, the perception of risk is often inflated by owners who choose not to properly… more»
May 23, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Cheap Manual Sedan: 1973 BMW Bavaria
BMW has been known for many things, and chief among them is being a pioneer in the sport sedan segment. While the 3-Series is the model that typically gets all the glory, the larger 5-Series is almost more impressive… more»
May 11, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Entry Level Classic: 1983 BMW 320i
Over the last few years, we have seen a roller coaster of classic car values. There were some vehicles that shocked me when I saw the prices they were commanding, and the E21-chassis BMW 3-Series is one of those… more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Clean E28: 1984 BMW 528e
Can you appreciate a car simply because it’s honest and clean, even if it doesn’t necessarily yield a memorable driving experience? The older BMW 5-Series is a terrific example of this phenomenon, as these are entirely pleasant vehicles that… more»
Apr 30, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Over 500k Miles: 1988 BMW M3
When it comes to high mileage classic cars, I am a major fan of vintage machines that have racked up big miles. After all, if you buy a driver’s car, isn’t it meant to be driven? The BMW E30… more»
Apr 29, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Alpine White Survivor: 1987 BMW 325is
As someone who owns this car’s near identical twin, it immediately caught my eye. This is a 1987 BMW 325is and it features the desirable sport package that is the option box you want to see checked on any… more»
Apr 28, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Bubble Car: 1958 BMW Isetta Moto Coupé Deluxe
The Isetta was an unusual microcar built mostly by BMW in the 1950s. Designed in Italy, the egg-shaped automobile was produced under license in a variety of countries, including Germany. It became known as the “bubble car” for its… more»
Apr 21, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Stored Since 1985: 1976 BMW 2002
Imagine putting a car away in 1985 and not seeing it unearthed again until the present day. For some reason, the longtime caretaker of this 1976 BMW 2002 decided, in the middle 80s, to prep it for storage in… more»
