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1968 BMW Glas 3000GT 3.0L V8 Coupe - Frua Body

Sale price: $75,000.00 make an offer

Sale type: Fixed price listing

Technical specifications, photos and description:

Year:
1968
Mileage:
51,568
Engine:
3 litre SOHC V8
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1968 BMW Glas 3000GT 3.0L V8 Coupe - Frua Body for sale

Current customer rating: current rating for this car(2.15) based on 295 votes
1968 BMW 3000 V8 Coupe 1968 BMW 3000 V8 Coupe (Frua)  

A rare car to spot driving by indeed. this 1968 BMW 3000 V8 Coupe - with the body of Italian Stylist Pietro Frua - is a well preserved specimen of the world reknowned BMW nameplate. This car is in very nice condition. inside AND out - and depending on your fancy. this would look nice in the front lineup of your car collection or be a fun ride on occasional cruises on the PCH or your favorite windy moutain trek. This car boasts a 3. 0L V8 and dual carbs and also has power steering and power brakes.  The odometer reading is in KM (82992) thus the listing was converted to reflect miles @ 51. 38. This car is being sold by a longtime car collector who is seeking to pare down to just a few of his more prized pieces. This wont be a loss but will definitely amount to a gain for whomever is lucky enough to buy this car!  This car is being sold with a clear title.

The following is the description of this car from the prior seller: One of just 389 3 litre Glas coupes built. this particular car is from the final year of production of these handsomely styled coupes. Originally introduced by Glas. more famous for its minicars. the coupe featured a 2. 6 litre (and later 3 litre) overhead cam V8 and elegant styling by Pietro Frua. Not surprisingly. the car bears a strong resemblance to his other work of the period. most notably the Maserati Quattroporte. Mexico. and the glamorous 5000GT. During the production run. BMW bought out Glas. so later cars. such as this one. wear BMW badges. The specification was quite innovative and includes fully synchronized 4-speed gearbox. power steering. power disc brakes all round (inboard rear). and de Dion rear suspension. The engine was also remarkable for its sophisticated OHC construction and because it was one of the earliest applications of belt rather than chain actuated timing. This particular car was also fitted with a number of original options including front and rear foglamps. a Talbot side mirror. and a Becker Grand Prix AM-FM radio. All of these options are present today and in excellent condition. The car has also been updated with electronic ignition. This particular car has been comprehensively and beautifully restored. It was kept in a museum in Munich for 28 years before being imported to the United States. and is truly stunning. The exterior paint is free of noticeable flaws and was extremely well done. The exterior chrome is also extremely nice. with only minor wear to the bumpers. The balance. including the grille. window frames. hubcaps etc. is in excellent condition. The rubber is also in fine shape. as are all lights and lenses. including the rare yellow Bosch foglights and the headlights. The windows are also in excellent condition. The steel wheels have a deep offset. which gives the car an aggressive look. and the tires are period Michelin XVS items. The interior is in spectacular condition. There are very few. if any areas showing wear or deterioration. The carpets. upholstery. dashboard. door panels. and headliner are in excellent shape. There is a full complement of gauges artfully laid out. each punctuated by an attractive `V8` emblem. The steering wheel is wood-rimmed and shows no significant deterioration to the varnish or to the metal spokes. Both the clock and the Becker radio work faultlessly. and the dashboard is exceptional. There is no discoloration. shrinkage. waviness at all. All knobs are present. beautifully made. and in superb shape. A set of period correct 3-point seat belts has also been fitted. The large doors shut solidly and easily. and allow easy ingress/egress to the large back seats. There is enough space in the back for a full sized human being to sit comfortably. The trunk is in similar condition and is trimmed in square-weave carpet to match the interior. The engine compartment is correct and very clean. It shows evidence of having been properly looked after and has a very tidy look to it. The driving position is very commanding. and the interior feels spacious and airy thanks to the high seating position. slim pillars. and generous glass area. The motor is throaty and responsive. and the brakes and gearbox make the car very usable in today`s traffic. The suspension is compliant and the car feels sure-footed. This is an extremely rare opportunity to acquire this unique and mechanically sophisticated car. This example is in exceptional condition and is ready to enjoy. Furthermore. thanks to its modern feel and genuinely practical back seats and trunk. it is truly usable. despite its formidable rarity.

Any questions about this item will be forwarded to owner for response or contact info provided should you wish to speak about the item over the phone or arrnage an inspection. Should you require an inspection to complete a sale on this item. then your inspection must be done BEFORE bidding. and not after the auction ends.

This item is sold as-is - no promises or guarantees.

The sale of this item after the conclusion of a succesful auction will be conducted between between the winning bidder and the owner of the vehicle. "eQualityAuctions" is only providing photo taking and listing service and is not responsible for any occurences that arise from this sale.

SHIPPING

Shipping arrangements (if required) and any cost is buyers resposibility. Owner will hold/store vehicle for a brief period but payment terms must still be met.

PAYMENT

After sale ends. deposit to owner should be sent within 5 days. and full payment within 10-14 days via certified funds.





























































 

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