BMW E3 3.0s 1972 Fjord Blue With Genuine 16" Alpinas

Ok so here she is for sale
I've just purchased a microlight aircraft and now need to fund the pilot training and running of it so this car now needs to go
I have owned her for around seven years and done a nice job of restoring her (if I do say so myself)
She was in a bit of a sorry state but a very solid basis for restoration so I went for it
The list of new parts and refurbished parts is absolutely endless so please call to discuss if you are seriously interested
Proffessional paint job carried out a couple of years ago
Genuine 16" staggerred Alpina wheels which are extremely hard to come by (worth £1500 alone) will be staying on the car
If you are unfamiliar with this model there are quite a few articles available on the "net". but here's a brief insight

Introduced in 1968 and sold through to 1977 the E3 ‘New Six' saloon was praised by reviewers as ‘delightful' and ‘superb'. some concluding as ‘one of the world's best buys'. The roomy saloon had 4 doors and handled well which was a sharp contrast to the luxury Mercedes of the time. In fact BMWs introduction of the E3 was designed to pry some of the large luxury car class market away from Mercedes Benz. In the process the model established BMWs reputation as a relevant maker of sporting luxury saloons. something that it still excels at today in the form of the 7 Series.

The two initial models were the 2500 and 2800 with their names denoting from the engine size and suffix ‘L' or ‘I' to indicate long wheels base or fuel injection. Both inline six engines used twin two-barrel Zenith carburettors until the introduction of the fuel injection models. The 3. 0S was introduced with more power using twin carburetor or via fuel injection. The car was praised for its sporting ability. Nearly all utilised a 4 speed manual gearbox to retain the sporty characteristics and the options list included an LSD. Many praise the E3 3. 0S for its handling ability. some say on a par if not better than the E9 CSL

So there you go "better than a CSL"

This is a very rare car indeed with only 5 or so 3. 0s models. and around 40 E3's still left in the UK

This car has a few tasteful modifications under it's belt. so may not be for the marque purist

Alpina front spoiler and de-bumpered

E12 period blue leather seats

16 inch Alpina wheels

Has a standard period stereo still fitted. but I have also fitted a Sony head unit below it and some JBL speakers in the footwells

Everything else is original and I think these minor mods really suit the car

As with all restoration projects. I don't think they are ever finished. so there are a couple of jobs which I had intended to do but haven't

Photos were taken a few months after the paintwork was completed. she still looks the same though

Rear bumper had been re-chromed and unfortunately this has lifted in places but still looks good. just pointing this out to be as honest as possible

I have just took her for an MOT on Thursday so she comes with a full 12 months and FREE road tax!

I get agreed value insurance (10k) fully comprehensive with breakdown cover for £108. 00 per year. so a very cheap car to run and use

I have also just had the carbs balanced. timing/dwell angle/tappets set. so she runs sweet as a nut

I'm sure she will be an excellent investment for someone. but lack of use and a new hobby means she is up for sale

I have set the reserve at well less than insurance value. but I am not giving her away

For sale elsewhere so may be removed. genuine offers considered. no swaps please

Deposit of £200. 00 via Paypal at auction end. this means that when you win it you log into Paypal and pay me a deposit (for those who do not understand)

Any messing about and I set my wife on you. genuinly a fate worse than death

Overseas buyers please get in touch to discuss shipping prior to bidding or your bid will be cancelled

Any questions please get in touch 07816 863091 Steve or bmwerks. ltd@gmail. com

Hope she goes to a good home

Best of luck with the bidding

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