Riviera CSi is Back on BaT

[HB Chris]

Time for a new thread for this CSi.

Euro 1972 BMW 3.0CSi

Bid for the chance to own a Euro 1972 BMW 3.0CSi at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #226,626.

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Feel free to comment and focus on things you or another coupe lover would appreciate.

 

[Eric V]

I am optimistic that selling prices will rebound in 2026. Best wishes!

 

[Eric V]

“The car does not meet EPA emissions requirements for cars built between 1968 and 1975.” Is an odd footnote, would this car require smog testing anywhere anymore? It is one of this car’s strong selling points that it is already CA registered and doesn’t require CA smog testing.

 

[rsporsche]

having watched the Ole Miss / Miami football game last night, i am reminded that the colors of this car match the Ole Miss colors perfectly ... some alumni should buy this car.

 

[rsporsche]

well this auction has taken off ... up to 70k in a few hours

 

[HB Chris]

“The car does not meet EPA emissions requirements for cars built between 1968 and 1975.” Is an odd footnote, would this car require smog testing anywhere anymore? It is one of this car’s strong selling points that it is already CA registered and doesn’t require CA smog testing.

BaT added that statement for no good reason. Smog will never be required nor will a VIN verification. I hope the next owner lives in CA.

 

[BimRLuvR]

Good luck with the auction Chris! We are all rooting for a great outcome for all!

 

[rsporsche]

wow - 90.5k in 5 hours and 15 minutes! that's pretty quick for an e9 (that's not a CSL)

 

[HB Chris]

I’m amazed as well, it’s a great CSi

 

[CamayroZ]

I think that this car really looks great, and the seller is absolutely one honest presenter and it doesn’t get better than that in my book.
With days getting longer, and I can feel spring right around the corner!…
GLWA!

 

[kys911t]

Good Luck with the Auction!