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In 1924 BMW built its first motorcycle, the R32. This had a 500 cc air-cooled horizontally-opposed engine, a feature that would resonate among their various models for decades to come, albeit with displacement increases and newer technology. The major innovation was the use of a driveshaft instead of a chain to drive the rear wheel. For decades to follow, the shaft-drive boxer engine was the mark of the BMW motorcycle.
The following year BMW bought the Dixi Company, which produced an Austin Seven under license, and this became the new company's first car, the BMW 3/15. By 1933 BMW was producing cars that could truly be called theirs, offering steadily more advanced sportscars and sedans. The pre-1944 cars culminated in the 327 coupe and convertible as well as the 328 roadster, very fast 2.0-liter cars that were very advanced for their time. The owner bought this 327 (one of 746 made in 1938) in February, 2006 'in boxes' and admirably completed most of the restoration by himself!
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The BMW 327 was longer, wider and heavier than the 328, but also sat four more comfortably. The 327 series was powered by a cleverly-designed 55 horsepower, six-cylinder motor. This 327 was manufactured in October 1938 and delivered to the BMW dealer Grossklos in Saarbrucken. It was restored in Belgium.
The pre-war BMW's are characterized by their advanced styling, fine performance, excellent handling and durability. Today, they are very sought-after cars.
This BMW 327 Sports Cabriolet was manufactured on October 4th of 1938, and delivered to BMW dealer, Grossklos, in Saarbrucken, Germany. The BMW 327, and later 328, were produced between 1938 and 1940. A total of 569 of these high-priced two-seat coupes and convertibles were made before World War II put an end to production. Nearly 500 were convertibles like this example. The car is powered by a 55 horsepower, six-cylinder engine coupled to a four-speed all-synchronized transmission.
The car was restored in 2008.
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| Sold for $144,500 at 2009 Bonhams. | |||
BMW's production of cars was centered at their Eisenbach factory. Their early cars were powered by a 743cc four-cylinder engine producing a meager 15 horsepower. The engine size and power would quickly grow, and by 1930 BMW was scoring its first racing wins. Their first 'real car' came two years later - it was a new saloon model called the AM 4. The 303 followed in 1933 and was powered by the company's first inline-six cylinder power plant. This would be the direct predecessor to the legendary 327 Model which appeared in 1936 as the Type 326. The 327 differed from the 326 by having an even mort 'sportier' persona and fitted to a shortened version of the BMW 326 chassis. The car had hydraulic brakes and an advanced gear box, clutch and front suspension system first seen on the 326, along with the live axle used on the BMW 320 and BMW 328. The engine from the 326 was used in the 327 - it was a 1971cc straight 6-cylinder unit that was given a boost in power to 55 BHP.
The BMW 327 was introduced in November of 1937 and was styled by Peter Schimanowski. Production lasted from 1938 to 1940 with only 1,396 examples produced, in both cabriolet and coupe designs.
This BMW 327 Cabriolet has period correct two-tone livery and black exterior with a red leather interior with black piping. It has been given a complete restoration that was performed over the period of 10 years.
In 2009, this BMW 327 was offered for sale by Bonhams Auction Company at the Exceptional Motorcars and Automobilia at the Quail Lodge Resort in Carmel, Ca. The car was sold for $144,500 inclusive of buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2009
In 1936, BMW (Bavarian Motor Works) introduced the Type 328. The vehicle was stylish and aerodynamic. The design of the vehicle, courtesy of Fritz Fiedler, provided excellent handling and the inline-six cylinder engine produced excellent performance. The engine featured a cast iron block and dual overhead valves per cylinder bank. The total output was around 80 horsepower. The engine was placed in the front and provided power to the rear wheels. The body panels were constructed of a light-weight alloy. The chassis was comprised of a tubular space frame construction.
As was sometimes the custom with many early European vehicles, the coachwork was handled by a custom coachbuilder. Examples exist where the famous Figoni et Falaschi Carrosserie of Paris, France outfitted the vehicle with exquisit designs.
The vehicle was very successful on the racing circuit winning such races as a class win at the Mille Miglia in 1938. In 1940 it was first in class and first overall. At the 1939 Le Mans 24 Hour race it place fifth overall and first in class. A 328 won the RAC Rally in 1939.
During the close of the 1940's, Jaguar introduced the XK-120, a vehicle that was similar in design to the BMW Type 328.
By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2007
For more information and related vehicles, click hereAs was sometimes the custom with many early European vehicles, the coachwork was handled by a custom coachbuilder. Examples exist where the famous Figoni et Falaschi Carrosserie of Paris, France outfitted the vehicle with exquisit designs.
The vehicle was very successful on the racing circuit winning such races as a class win at the Mille Miglia in 1938. In 1940 it was first in class and first overall. At the 1939 Le Mans 24 Hour race it place fifth overall and first in class. A 328 won the RAC Rally in 1939.
During the close of the 1940's, Jaguar introduced the XK-120, a vehicle that was similar in design to the BMW Type 328.
By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2007
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