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Production of the BMW 328 began in April of 1936 and output would eventually reach 464 units by the time production ended in September 1939. They were extensively campaigned by BMW's Works team at contemporary racing events and would earn approximately 125 victories, including 1-2-3 finishes at the Mille Miglia, International Avusrunnen, Grand Prix des Frontières, and two victories at the Nürburgring. A three-car team entry at Le Mans in 1939 resulted in a 5th, 7th, and 9th place finish. Team cars placed 1st and 3rd at the shortened 1940 Mille Miglia and privateers finished 5th and 6th.
Munich-based Automag was the first recorded BMW dealership and is still in existence. This particular 328 was delivered to Automag on April 1st of 1938, and after it left Automag, its earliest history is unknown. By the early 1950s, it had made its way to the United States. In 1969, the car was owned by Mr. Robert Tarwacki of South Bend, Indiana. It was subsequently owned by Mr. James Riley of Chicago, culminating in a sale to its next owner in 1982. By this point in history, the car had been partially restored. Still as a project, the car was acquired by the current owner in 2010, who restarted the project from the beginning. The bodywork was entrusted to Simon Isles and Quest Restorations was responsible for stripping every last nut and bolt. They ensured the frame was square, and the rolling chassis received new road springs, bearings, and bushings. The engine was then rebuilt by Mike Robinson and Ian Nuttall Racing rebuilt the transmission.
The car wears a black exterior and the interior is done in deep red leather with red carpeting, a black hood, and black tonneau covers.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2022
Munich-based Automag was the first recorded BMW dealership and is still in existence. This particular 328 was delivered to Automag on April 1st of 1938, and after it left Automag, its earliest history is unknown. By the early 1950s, it had made its way to the United States. In 1969, the car was owned by Mr. Robert Tarwacki of South Bend, Indiana. It was subsequently owned by Mr. James Riley of Chicago, culminating in a sale to its next owner in 1982. By this point in history, the car had been partially restored. Still as a project, the car was acquired by the current owner in 2010, who restarted the project from the beginning. The bodywork was entrusted to Simon Isles and Quest Restorations was responsible for stripping every last nut and bolt. They ensured the frame was square, and the rolling chassis received new road springs, bearings, and bushings. The engine was then rebuilt by Mike Robinson and Ian Nuttall Racing rebuilt the transmission.
The car wears a black exterior and the interior is done in deep red leather with red carpeting, a black hood, and black tonneau covers.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2022
2022 RM Sothebys : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $700,000-USD $850,000
Sale Price :
USD $698,000
2010 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $375,000-USD $450,000
Lot was not sold
1938 BMW 328 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the BMW 328
(Data based on Model Year 1938 sales)
1938 BMW 327/28 Sport Cabriolet Chassis#: 74308 Sold for USD$191,557 2022 RM Sothebys : Munich | |
1938 BMW 328 Roadster Chassis#: 85111 Sold for USD$532,247 2022 RM Sothebys : Munich | |
1938 BMW 328 Roadster Chassis#: 85144 Sold for USD$698,000 2022 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1938 BMW 328 ROADSTER Chassis#: 85188 Sold for USD$638,253 2018 Coys - True Greats 2018 | |
1938 BMW 328 Cabriolet par Autenrieth Chassis#: 85200 Sold for USD$613,284 2018 Artcurial : Retromobile | |
1938 Frazer Nash-BMW 328 Roadster Chassis#: JHX 339 Sold for USD$931,740 2015 Bonhams : Bond Street Motor Car Sale | |
1938 BMW 328 SPORTS TWO-SEATER Chassis#: 85302 Sold for USD$1,312,732 2013 Bonhams : The December Sale | |
1938 BMW 328 Roadster Sold for USD$494,600 2012 Coy - True Greats | |
1938 BMW 328 Roadster Chassis#: 85207 Sold for USD$507,562 2009 Bonham - Les Grandes Marques à Monaco |
BMW 328s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1938 BMW 328's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1938 BMW 328 Special Competition Roadster | 85335 | 2024 Bonhams : Miami | $1,500,000 | $2,000,000 | |
1938 BMW 328 Roadster | 85223 | 2023 RM Sothebys : Munich | $375,000 | $450,000 | |
1938 BMW 328 Roadster | 85196 | 2020 Bonhams : Scottsdale Arizona | $475,000 | $525,000 | |
1938 BMW 328MM Roadster | 13175 | 2019 Mecum : Monterey | |||
1938 BMW 328 | 85215 | 2014 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach Concours | $1,200,000 | $1,400,000 | |
1938 BMW 327/328 Cabriolet | 74266 | 2011 Bonhams Power by BMW BMW Powered Motor Cars, Motorcycles & Related Automobilia | $225,000 | $275,000 | |
1938 BMW 327/328 Cabriolet | 74266 | 2011 Bonhams Power by BMW | $225,000 | $275,000 | |
1938 BMW 328 Roadster | 2010 Gooding and Company Pebble Beach Auctions | $375,000 | $450,000 |
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