BMW

Desirable Year: 1980 BMW R100RT

There’s something about fairings and mesh-style wheels on the motorcycle that make me want to go out and get my license, just so I can park something this handsome in my garage. The BMW R100 is a classic example… more»

Pick One: 1939 BMW 321

The BMW 321 is a rare car but here are two that have recently hit the market. Thanks to Dik S for finding the black and white example that was listed here on eBay in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The black one is listed… more»

In Storage Since 1961! 1959 BMW Isetta 300

1959 was a great year: Alaska became a state, Hawaii become a state, and Bozo the Clown appeared on tv for the first time. Yes, those are all important, historic milestones, but what’s really important is that this 1959… more»

Early M Car: 1980 BMW M535i

Today, BMW is well known for its Motorsports division that is responsible for cars like the M3 and M5, high performance machines with an added dose of exclusivity. In the 1980s, BMW applied the formula to its E12 chassis… more»

Enthusiast Owned: 1967 BMW 2000CS

One piece of advice most project car owners will give you is to buy a car from another enthusiast. While not always possible, it can lead to a better outcome and sometimes you can even piece together clues about a… more»

Stalled Transplant: 1957 BMW Isetta

Just a few days ago, I came the closest I’ve ever ventured to owning a micro car. OK, it wasn’t very close – I made a low offer on a Honda N600 that I was intrigued by, but not… more»

East German BMW: 1952 EMW 340

Here is a very unusual car, thanks to Dik S. for sending in this tip! This is a 1952 EMW 340 and it’s in Eberswalde, Germany. It’s listed as a classified ad on eBay with a price of €7,500 ($8,381).

Barn Finds Race Team Report: We Won!

photos by Huneycutt Photography We came, we got a huge hurdle thrown in front of us, and we cleared it! 20 penalty laps when each lap takes around 2-1/2 minutes is a long, long way to come back from…. more»

Barn Finds Racing Update: End Of Day 1

After 8-1/2 hours of racing today, there were a few surprises by the finish. To begin, the Done Racing Racing (not a typo) “AMX” that is really a homebuilt fiberglass bodied BMW Z3 is in the lead overall with… more»

Overdue Update: Jeff’s Farm Find 320/6

You may recall (and I don’t blame you if you’ve forgotten) that I acquired a 1980 BMW 320/6 earlier this year, hidden on a farm in Connecticut. I bought it from the second owner, who purchased the car from… more»

38 Years Stored: 1967 BMW R50/2

Despite my love of BMW vehicles (vintage ones, that is), I’ve never ridden a classic BMW motorcycle. My uncle in Massachusetts has a sweet K series bike that I’ve been pining after for years, but I’m not quite ready… more»

BOGO: Pair of BMW 635CSI’s

Somebody is going to get a great deal – if the price stays low. While it’s perhaps common knowledge I’m a fan of older BMWs, anyone who is handy with a wrench should keep an eye on this genuine… more»

Trade for Guns: 1968 BMW 2000

It’s always interesting to see what people will trade for on craigslist. Most of the time its simply other cars, usually fed by a need for a truck or other heavy-duty vehicle. The seller of this 1968 BMW 2000 here… more»

Low Mileage Claim: 1976 BMW 2002

Here’s an interesting find from up north: a 1976 BMW 2002 with only 769 kilometers! As you might suspect, the potential for a rolled-over odometer is high, but there are some details that could provide clues as to whether… more»

The Unloved 3er: 1983 BMW 320is

As some of you may recall, I purchased a project car a few months ago off of a farm. It’s a Euro-market BMW 320, and the reason there haven’t been any updates is because there’s nothing to report! The… more»

Before And After: 1974 BMW Bavaria

Some of the older BMWs have become very collectible, but not the Bavaria. The Bavaria is the American version of the E3, but with the 2.8 L engine. The E3 is said to be BMW’s first performance sedan. In 1974, the big… more»

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