The world of European cars in the United States has a long history, with the best versions of otherwise decent cars being kept overseas. When individuals began importing gray market cars in the 1980s, it was basically a way… more»
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Feb 29, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Sport Package Survivor: 1988 BMW 325iS
The E30 chassis 3-Series is a car near and dear to my heart, as this is the model that started me on the path to becoming a rabid car enthusiast. I’m sure most of us have a vehicle in… more»
Feb 26, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Long-Term Owner: 1988 BMW M3
BMW enjoys a rich history of motorsport success, producing what is acknowledged as one of the most powerful engines in Formula 1 history. It also secured many titles in International Group A Touring Car racing, and it was for… more»
Feb 25, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Bubble Car Survivor: 1957 BMW Isetta 300
Like Triumph’s Amphicar and Fiat’s Jolly, the BMW Isetta has a “coin of the realm” quality when it shows up at auctions. Once parked on the lawn at Bonham’s or Gooding, these cars are almost guaranteed to bring three… more»
Feb 14, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Atlantik Blue Driver: 1969 BMW 2800
BMW is known predominantly for its hot-rod two-doors (see the M3) and its high-powered sedans (enter the M5). But in the early days of its emergence of a competitive automaker capable of competing with the best that Europe and… more»
Feb 12, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
The Ultimate Bimmer: 1979 BMW M1
The BMW M1 is a car steeped in history, not only for its place in BMW’s family tree but also in 1980s racing culture. Produced in exceedingly low numbers, this is one of the more desirable BMWs ever made… more»
Feb 10, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Immaculate AWD: 1989 BMW 325iX
All-wheel drive used to be a much more exotic offering on automobiles sold in the U.S., registering as a mere blip across most models sold in the middle 80s. Fast forward a bit and that has all changed, with… more»
Jan 25, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Fuel-Injected Project: 1974 BMW 2002tii
BMW’s splendid 2002 two-door sport sedans enjoy broad appeal. Nimble and snappy performers even in stock form, their sturdy engineering accommodates myriad modifications from mild to insane. With never-restored specimens like this readily available, the 2002 offers a visceral… more»
Jan 25, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Fancy Miata? 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster
That may not be a fair title, comparing this 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster to a Mazda Miata, either for Miata fans or BMW fans. Mazda regenerated interest in small two-seat roadsters with its Miata, the best-selling convertible two-seat sports… more»
Jan 16, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Ultimate Driving Machine: 1988 BMW 535i
Well, this is a first for me, I’ve never covered a BMW 535i, and actually, I don’t recall ever covering a BMW. No barn find here but this is a sharp looking 1988 535i and the seller claims that… more»
Jan 12, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
8,000 Original Miles: 1975 BMW 520i
The BMW 5-Series hovers on the cusp of collectability, but for the time being, that status is reserved for the Motorsports variant known as the M5. While sedans are generally less collectible than two doors, the 5-Series’ challenge is… more»
Dec 26, 2023 • For Sale • 33 Comments
V12 Six-Speed: 1991 BMW 850i
One of the rarer BMW models sold in the last 30 years is the car you’re staring at here: a V12-powered, six-speed manual equipped E31 coupe. Otherwise known as an 850i, this three pedal-equipped example is one of less… more»
Dec 26, 2023 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Museum Find: 1968 BMW Glas 3000 V8
This coupe represents the last gasp for Glas as a standalone company. Shortly after Glas introduced its V8, the company collapsed into the waiting arms of BMW – a victim of the voracious capital needs afflicting automakers. If this… more»
Dec 21, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Project E12: 1977 BMW 530i
Is the BMW E12 the best sports sedan ever? Maybe not, but for the era, it was pretty close. Its most worthy competitor was probably another BMW – the 2002. Alfa and Lancia were making sporty saloons too, but… more»
Nov 28, 2023 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Nicole Auto Conversion: 1986 BMW Alpina C2 2.5
In the world of old-school BMWs, the Alpina badge represents an exceedingly desirable specimen. Similar to Mercedes-Benz with AMG and Porsche’s relationship with RUF, the Alpina namesake was effectively as close as you could get to a factory-backed tuner… more»
Nov 25, 2023 • For Sale • 4 Comments
All Original Survivor? 1969 BMW 1600
The BMW Neue Klasse of sport sedans was a revelation when introduced, offering sharp handling and respectable acceleration out of limited displacement. While we tend to gravitate towards the 2002 and E9 coupes as the darlings of this era,… more»
