BMW

Triple Matching Numbers: 1954 BMW R51/3

When it comes to vintage bikes, BMWs have been more than keeping up price-wise. It’s clearly getting harder to buy into this space if you’re dead-set on buying a turnkey motorcycle, but projects are still accessible – for now…. more»

Everything Goes! Mark Smith Estate Auction

Come October 19-21, 2022 the Hill City of Lynchburg, Virginia hosts the Mark Smith Estate Auction, where myriad belongings of the late auto enthusiast go to the highest bidder. With all lots at No Reserve, you know someone will… more»

Warehouse Full: Classic and Not-So-Classic Cars

Located in a warehouse near Metuchen, New Jersey is a collection or series of collections that comprise more than 300 vehicles. It appears a variety of major brands are represented, of both domestic and international origin. It seems that… more»

Iconic German: 1983 BMW 320i

The late 1970s and early 1980s were a brave new time for the German automakers. A growing presence of Japanese sedans was beginning to encroach on the US, and consumers had more and more choices after the oil crisis… more»

BF Auction: 1972 BMW Bavaria

This 1972 BMW Bavaria project has been stored indoors and off the road for at least the last six years. The seller states that there is very little body rust and has listed it for sale as a Barn… more»

Father Son Project: 1969 BMW Bavaria

Many of us share goals of completing an automotive restoration project with a loved one, with the most common scenario being that of the father-son project. The car shown here is a 1969 BMW Bavaria, otherwise known as a… more»

1960 BMW R60/2 Barn Find Project

Working under the theory that Harley-Davidson isn’t the only motorcycle manufacturer with a design heritage, BMW has recently released the R 18.  This motorcycle displays such BMW styling cues as a black gas tank with white pinstriping, a sloping… more»

Rare Drop-Top: 1957 BMW Isetta 300 Cabriolet

The average home garage is not the ideal location for a restoration project. This is especially true when the object of your desire is of a larger size. While a ’59 Cadillac is desirable, restoring one in that environment… more»

Bi-Turbo Beauty: 1990 BMW Alpina B10

Over the years, I’ve let it be known that I’m a fairly enthusiastic vintage BMW fan. This interest has waned a bit as the company continues to move in a direction that is thoroughly opposite of enthusiast interests, along… more»

LA Parking Garage Find: Testarossa, Viper, and BMW 850 for $140K!

Here’s one of the more unusual craigslist postings we’ve seen: a collection of exotic cars offered for a flat price of $140,000 by a seller who admits he hasn’t had a steady job in five years and now needs… more»

Recently Revived: 1981 BMW 633CSi

The 1981 BMW 633CSi is not a muscle car but an excellent grand tourer that effortlessly devours enormous distances. The company staked its reputation on excellent build quality and longevity, helping to explain why our feature car continues to… more»

Start Your Collection: BMW 2002 Projects and Parts Auction

The BMW 2002 is one of those models that invite slightly fanatical behavior. Obviously, these cars are sought after, and the people who love them often own multiples. This listing appears to be part of an estate clean-out whereby… more»

Bubble Car: 1957 BMW Isetta 300

The Isetta was an Italian-designed microcar built under license in several countries, including by BMW in Germany. Its egg-shaped appearance and bubble-like windows earned it the nickname “bubble car.” It would become the first mass-produced automobile to achieve 78… more»

1974 BMW 2002 Barn Find

After waiting 30 years for a restoration that never came, this 1974 BMW 2002 in Mount Vernon, Ohio seeks a new owner here on Craigslist. The seller invites no delusions of a quick return, wisely suggesting a complete restoration…. more»

2022 Spring Classic – Lucky Collector Car Auctions

If you’ve never been to a classic car auction (or any live auction), put it on your bucket list. More and more auction houses are going to online-only auctions, but check it out if you can find a live… more»

Owned 20 Years: 1988 BMW M5

We’ve all been there: too many years of staring at the same car in the garage, and realizing the kind of progress you intended to make just isn’t happening. The seller of this desirable 1980s sleeper sedan, otherwise known… more»

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