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 |  |  | Coupe Designer: Bertone Chassis Num: 76428 |
| Sold for $22,500 at 2007 RM Auctions. | |||
In 2007 this 1965 BMW 3200 CS Bertone was brought to the Monterey Sports & Classic Car Auction presented by RM Auctions, where it had an estimated value of $40,000 - $60,000. It was offered without reserve which worked well for the buyer who purchased the car for nearly half the expected value, at $22,500 including buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2007
 |  |  | Coupe Designer: Bertone Chassis Num: 76528 |
| Sold for $88,000 at 2006 RM Auctions. Sold for $126,500 at 2007 Gooding & Company. | |||
The V8 OHV engine displaced 3168cc and produced 160 horsepower at 5600 RPM. It was mated to a four-speed manual gearbox and had disc brakes in the front. Many of the vehicles styling cues would make their way into later BMW models such as the slim roof section, distinctive C pillar, and the round taillights with central indicators.
The BMW CS carried a price tag of $7,500 which meant it was intended for an exclusive clientele. Many of the cars were customized to suite customer specifications. After just 603 examples were created, BMW halted production. Their New Class of vehicles were enjoying tremendous success while their hand-built CS models were very expensive to build.
This 1965 BMW 3200CS was given a restoration in the late 1990s and painted in dark blue. The V8 engine was refurbished and all of the gauges, wooden dashboard, and 507-inspired steering wheel are in working condition. It has a factory electric sunroof, Becker Mexico radio, and a floor-mounted 4-speed.
After its restoration was completed, it was shown at the 2000 BMW Oktoberfest where it was awarded 'People's Choice' and first place in the concours competition. In 2001 it was awarded the Featured Marque Award at the Concours d'Elegance of the Easter US in Pennsylvania.
It is believed that around 50 examples of the 603 examples produced are still in existence. In 2007 this 3200CS was brought to the Gooding & Company auction held in Pebble Beach, California where it was estimated to sell for $105,000 - $135,000. Those estimates proved accurate as the lot was sold for $126,500 including buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2008
By the close of the 1950s Bavarian Motor Works (BMW) found itself in financial distress. With the help of some creative and brilliant creations, BMW would weather these difficult times. One of their attempts to boost sales and their image the talents of Turin, Italy based Giuseppe 'Nuccio' Bertone was requested. Bertone was tasked with restyling the BMW 502 Salon which resulted in the 3200CS. With the aid of his chief stylist, Giorgetto Giugiaro, Bertone create a beautifully proportioned two door, four seater, high performance vehicle on the 502 chassis. Prototypes were shown at the 1961 IAA Frankfurt Show and construction started in February of 1962.
Under the bonnet was a very powerful 3.2-liter V8 engine that displaced 3169cc, had an aluminum block, twin Zenith double-barrel carburetors, and an available 160 horsepower. The interior was elegant, comfortable, and luxurious. Production would last until 1965 with a total of 596 units created.
By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2007
Under the bonnet was a very powerful 3.2-liter V8 engine that displaced 3169cc, had an aluminum block, twin Zenith double-barrel carburetors, and an available 160 horsepower. The interior was elegant, comfortable, and luxurious. Production would last until 1965 with a total of 596 units created.
By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2007
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