Highlights
- Ultra rare Koenig Specials widebody conversion (1 of only 25 ever made, with just 5 known to exist today)
- Complete with certificate of authenticity
- Full Belgian ownership history from new
- Belgian registered with technical inspection valid until April 2027
- Recently resprayed in 2022
- Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping
The Appeal
The BMW E32 7-Series represented the pinnacle of German luxury motoring in the late 1980s, but this particular car stands out as a rare modified example. As one of just 25 Koenig Specials widebody conversions ever created for the E32 platform—with only 5 believed to still exist worldwide—this 1987 730i represents a rare opportunity for collectors of modified German classics.
This Belgian-delivered example combines the reliable engineering of BMW's 3.0-litre inline-six with the dramatic aesthetic transformation that made Koenig Specials famous during the excess-loving 1980s. Having been fully resprayed in 2022, this well-documented Beemer presents in fine order throughout, complete with its original books and a certificate of authenticity confirming its status as a genuine Koenig creation.
The vendor tells us:
"Koenig Specials GmbH is a renowned German tuning company based in Munich. In the 1980s and 1990s, it became famous for its radical performance and styling conversions, particularly on Ferraris, Mercedes-Benz models, and high-end BMWs.
"The company was known for pushing the limits of design and engineering, often creating aggressive widebody kits and substantial power upgrades. Their creations have been featured in magazines such as Road & Track, Top Gear, and Sports Car International.
The vendor tells us:
"Koenig Specials GmbH is a renowned German tuning company based in Munich. In the 1980s and 1990s, it became famous for its radical performance and styling conversions, particularly on Ferraris, Mercedes-Benz models, and high-end BMWs.
"The company was known for pushing the limits of design and engineering, often creating aggressive widebody kits and substantial power upgrades. Their creations have been featured in magazines such as Road & Track, Top Gear, and Sports Car International.
Car magazine once described Koenig's “Competition Evolution” as “the most famous modified supercar of the 1980s.” One of these magazine issues is included with the car."
History and Paperwork
- First registered in Belgium in 1987 and has remained there since new
- Full Belgian ownership history documented
- 106,236 km indicated
- Belgian technical inspection valid until April 2027
- Comes with Belgian registration papers and pink registration form
- Certificate of Conformity included
- Certificate of authenticity confirming genuine Koenig Specials conversion
- Original books and documentation present
- Period car magazine featuring Koenig Specials included
The Condition
- Fully resprayed in BMW-Schwarz (code 086) in 2022
- Distinctive Koenig Specials widebody conversion in good order
- Interior presents in very good condition with no rips or tears in the leather seats
- Leather upholstery appears well-maintained
- Dashboard and instrumentation in working order
- Blaupunkt radio fitted
- Features functioning central locking, electric windows and automatic air conditioning
- Equipped with sunroof, heated seats and cruise control
- Chrome exhaust tips present
The Mechanics
- 3.0-litre (2,986cc) inline-six M30 engine
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Produces 185 hp and 260 Nm of torque in standard tune
- Odometer shows 106,236 kilometres
- The vendor states the car starts reliably and runs smoothly
- Reported to drive, shift and brake without issues
- Equipped with power steering and ABS braking system
- All mechanical features reported to be functioning correctly
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