As one who very rarely buys and sells cars, I would greatly appreciate input from Forum members as to your thoughts on our 1973 3.0 CS, your thoughts on its value, and how best to post it for sale. I have gotten great insights and help from E9coupe.com over the last years and I have great respect for the insights and expertise of so many knowledgeable owners and E-9 lovers.
1973 BMW 3.0 CS Color: Polaris; Marine Blue Interior VIN: 2250586
We purchased our 3.0 CS in October 1983; we tend to buy and keep our vehicles for many years while steadily maintaining them. We are only now selling this beauty as it no longer serves our needs.
It was driven daily for many years around Napa Valley and North Bay. We have parked it in our carport (two sides) for the last thirty five years to keep it out of the weather.
Serviced for all 43 years at Alpina Car Center, Napa, CA by Gabriel Pastrama and team.
The car was imported from Europe by a prior owner; odometer and speedometer in kilometers.
The car was a daily driver until the engine was rebuilt and other improvements made in 2016 and thereafter. Since then, the car has been insured for $80,000 by State Farm as a “classic car” with associated limits on annual driving of 1,000 to 1,500 miles/year).
The original 2.8-liter inline-six was totally rebuilt by Alpina in 2016 along with the original four speed transmission. We’ve only added 4,000 to 5,000 miles since then.
There is some rust much like many similar models. The rear shock towers and the passenger floor panel were replaced / repaired many years ago and I no longer have those receipts. We had two mild rear-enders and one mild sideswipe over the forty three years with attendant repairs by Advanced Autobody in Napa. Otherwise, this BMW retains its original Polaris finish.
Photos: I am attaching several photos to illustrate the car's condition including some from underneath. i have quite a few more but I don't want to overburden your site. I am not a professional photographer and I hope my iPhone has done this lovely car justice.
Thank you all for your consideration and thoughts.
1973 BMW 3.0 CS Color: Polaris; Marine Blue Interior VIN: 2250586
We purchased our 3.0 CS in October 1983; we tend to buy and keep our vehicles for many years while steadily maintaining them. We are only now selling this beauty as it no longer serves our needs.
It was driven daily for many years around Napa Valley and North Bay. We have parked it in our carport (two sides) for the last thirty five years to keep it out of the weather.
Serviced for all 43 years at Alpina Car Center, Napa, CA by Gabriel Pastrama and team.
The car was imported from Europe by a prior owner; odometer and speedometer in kilometers.
The car was a daily driver until the engine was rebuilt and other improvements made in 2016 and thereafter. Since then, the car has been insured for $80,000 by State Farm as a “classic car” with associated limits on annual driving of 1,000 to 1,500 miles/year).
The original 2.8-liter inline-six was totally rebuilt by Alpina in 2016 along with the original four speed transmission. We’ve only added 4,000 to 5,000 miles since then.
- Engine block re-bored; new cylinder head; new clutch disc, pressure plate, T/O bearing; new slave cylinder and rebuilt clutch master cylinder
- New Weber carburetors; rebuilt alternator; Petronix electronic pointless ignition system
- Differential support mount
- New fuel pump; new battery.
- Front and rear brake pads; new front rotors; re-machined rear rotors; brake calipers rebuilt; new wheel bearings; new brake master cylinder; rebuilt front suspension and bushings.
- Michelin “Defender” Tires.
- Fuel gauge and speedometer repairs; odometer isn’t always accurate
- Teeters & Schacht, Novato: New leather bucket seat covers and headrest covers; new leather rear seat covers
- New headliner and sunroof shade, new sun visors and pivots; lower door leather replacements
- Windshield / rear window seals
- New Bluetooth-capable stereo linked to modern speakers; new retractable antenna
- Original steering wheel
- New heater motor
- New sunroof cables and seals; power windows lubed and tracks cleaned
- Replaced tool kit tray in trunk
- Firewall rubber seals; trunk seal; door seals; hood insulation pads
- New emblems, wheel covers, front side grilles
There is some rust much like many similar models. The rear shock towers and the passenger floor panel were replaced / repaired many years ago and I no longer have those receipts. We had two mild rear-enders and one mild sideswipe over the forty three years with attendant repairs by Advanced Autobody in Napa. Otherwise, this BMW retains its original Polaris finish.
Photos: I am attaching several photos to illustrate the car's condition including some from underneath. i have quite a few more but I don't want to overburden your site. I am not a professional photographer and I hope my iPhone has done this lovely car justice.
Thank you all for your consideration and thoughts.
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