Restoration of E3 from Japan

[Krzysztof]

Once again in Polish... but video is somehow universal.

In short:
- Car was imported from Japan to Poland
- External paint has been renewed
- One of carbs leaking
- External fuel pump used

Interesting:
- condition of the underbody
- Japan-made black painting (peeling off but it looks it preserved the floor and suspension)
- nice condition of the interior and trunk

The crew is not very familar with old BMWs as they are mostly working on F4x and up to Gxx.

 

[Dick Steinkamp]

It must not have been built for Japan since it is left hand drive. The earlier history of the car might be interesting.

2500 with electric windows. Somewhat unique I would guess (BTW, the electric window switches look like the ones on the 3.0s for sale in the Bay Area.

The wheel trim rings look like they are probably long gone. Not surprising. They are very delicate.

Thanks for posting!

 

[Krzysztof]

Yes, the car was imported to Japan on request, not a pure Japan version but it looks it was somehow adopted (by the owner or importer probably).

Very nice preservation of the car.

Carbs refurbishment (they look really fresh) cost was ~$800 for a pair but I believe it was worth it.