Highlights

Only two former registered owners
Major recent service worth €5,000, with invoices
In the seller’s private collection for several years
Fitted with Alpina wheels and Bilstein dampers with short springs
All original parts have been kept and are included in the sale

The heart-stealer

Designed by Wilhelm Hofmeister, the BMW E9 coupe wins you over with its long, flowing silhouette and elegant “pillarless” architecture. Paired with the legendary M30 straight-six—known for its smoothness and reliability—it laid the groundwork for BMW’s future great sport coupes, including the iconic 3.0 CSL. More than fifty years after its launch, it remains one of the most sought-after models from this era.

This example was delivered new in France on June 3, 1970, and has been part of the private collection of its current owner for several years. It benefits from a few carefully chosen upgrades, including 16-inch Alpina wheels as well as Bilstein dampers fitted with short springs. According to the seller, these changes significantly improve on-road behavior while preserving the model’s character. All original parts have been retained and will be supplied to the buyer, allowing a return to factory specification if desired.

A major service, totaling €5,000, was carried out recently and is documented with invoices. The seller states that the car is in excellent running condition and ready to hit the road.

History and paperwork

First registration on June 3, 1970; delivered new in France
Two former registered owners; the current owner has kept it for several years as part of his private collection
Matching serial numbers confirmed
French registration document with normal registration
109,352 miles shown on the odometer
Available service invoices
Documented recent €5,000 service
Valid French technical inspection (CT) in progress
Two sets of keys provided
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Condition

16-inch Alpina aluminum wheels fitted with new tires; original wheels also supplied
Aluminum spare wheel, original jack, original crank handle and tool kit present
Original interior very well preserved
Installed Moto-Lita wooden steering wheel with polished aluminum; original BMW steering wheel included
BMW wooden gear knob
Electric rear windows
Two chromed exterior mirrors
Central console fitted
Period BEVOX Super 8 radio

Very authentic overall, this 2800 CS retains all the charm of the great sport coupes of the 1970s. The bodywork appears sound and well preserved for its age. Only a few stone chips are reported on the silver paint. The 16-inch Alpina wheels subtly enhance its presence, while the original wheels are also included for anyone who’d like to return to a fully factory-correct setup.

The cabin is just as appealing. It shows a nice patina, with a few normal signs of wear on the seats—mainly slight dulling and some rubbing on the side bolsters. The wood inserts in the dashboard appear complete and in great condition, while the Moto-Lita steering wheel adds a sporty touch without spoiling the period feel.

Mechanical

2,800cc straight-six engine producing 170 hp
Four-speed manual gearbox
Power steering and disc brakes
Bilstein dampers with short springs fitted; original suspension also supplied

Under the hood, the famous M30 straight-six presents a clean and well-maintained engine bay. Most of the original components appear to have been retained, with the main changes limited to the Bilstein suspension, which slightly lowers the car and improves road manners.

The seller states that this BMW is in excellent condition, requires no work, and is ready to use immediately. Elegant, quick, and easy to live with, it’s an excellent opportunity to acquire one of the finest BMW coupes from its era.

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