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The 2800CS was the first of the E9 lineage and was introduced in 1969 with a lengthened wheelbase compared to previous BMWs, making space for the 3.0-liter M30 engine. The 3.0 CS and CSi followed in 1971, endowed with greater power than the earlier E9. This particular 3.0 CS model wears the famous 'M' logo upon its engine, coupled with a manual shifter. Karmann built the bodywork of every E9, and this example wears the karosserie identification tag. It is finished in metallic blue over an interior that was retrimmed in tan leather by Cook's Upholstery, Redwood City, California, in 2004, at which point a CSL steering wheel was added. A custom stainless-steel exhaust was installed in 2005.
Many of the mechanical components have been overhauled with the installation of a BMW S38B38 motor and a rebuilt five-speed transmission from a European-spec M5. The engine received performance upgrades by Koala Motorsports of Ohio, featuring a 3.8-liter stroker kit, custom connecting rods and piston heads from Memphis Motorworks for a claimed potential of more than 400 bhp. A limited differential from an E30 M3 was installed, and the transmission conversion was carried out by La Jolla Independent in California to the cost of over $9,000.
The current owner acquired the BMW in December of 2013 and it has remained in California since that time. The owner has installed Alpina-look alloy wheels supplied by Coupe King of Long Beach, California, brake upgrades, a lightweight battery, stereo upgrade with Bluetooth connectivity, replacement window motors from a 328i, and new custom-wound coil springs.By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2021
Many of the mechanical components have been overhauled with the installation of a BMW S38B38 motor and a rebuilt five-speed transmission from a European-spec M5. The engine received performance upgrades by Koala Motorsports of Ohio, featuring a 3.8-liter stroker kit, custom connecting rods and piston heads from Memphis Motorworks for a claimed potential of more than 400 bhp. A limited differential from an E30 M3 was installed, and the transmission conversion was carried out by La Jolla Independent in California to the cost of over $9,000.
The current owner acquired the BMW in December of 2013 and it has remained in California since that time. The owner has installed Alpina-look alloy wheels supplied by Coupe King of Long Beach, California, brake upgrades, a lightweight battery, stereo upgrade with Bluetooth connectivity, replacement window motors from a 328i, and new custom-wound coil springs.By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2021
2021 RM Sothebys : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $150,000-USD $200,000
Sale Price :
USD $201,600
1973 BMW 3.0 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the BMW 3.0
(Data based on Model Year 1973 sales)
1973 BMW 3.0 CS Chassis#: 2250689 Sold for USD$71,500 2023 Mecum : Indy | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CS Chassis#: 2240623 Sold for USD$86,800 2023 Bonhams : Amelia Island Auction | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CS Chassis#: 2240753 Sold for USD$110,000 2022 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, Arizona | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CS Chassis#: 2250475 Sold for USD$201,600 2021 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CSi CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: 2240751 Sold for USD$55,000 2019 Barrett-Jackson : Northeast | |
1973 BMW 3.0CS Sold for USD$42,350 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CSi Sold for USD$49,122 2019 Silverstone - Heythrop Classic Car Sale | |
1973 BMW Bavaria 3.0 S Chassis#: 3105537 Sold for USD$29,120 2019 Gooding & Company : Amelia Island | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CSI – ORIGINAL UK/RHD Chassis#: 2265336 Sold for USD$88,549 2018 Coys - The London Classic Car Show | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CS Chassis#: 2213733 Sold for USD$79,770 2018 Coys : Grandes Marques, Maastricht | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CSi Chassis#: 1E35718 Sold for USD$31,500 2017 Silverstone - Classic | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CSi Coupe Sold for USD$53,000 2017 Shannons - Melbourne Winter Classic | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CSi Chassis#: 2265649 Sold for USD$58,644 2017 Coys at Olympia | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CS Chassis#: 2240697 Sold for USD$66,000 2017 Bonhams : Scottsdale, AZ | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CS Coupe Chassis#: 2240659 Sold for USD$32,500 2015 Mecum : Monterey | |
1973 BMW 3.0CS Coupe Sold for USD$31,900 2014 Auctions America - Ft Lauderdale | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CSI Chassis#: 2265982 Sold for USD$57,448 2013 Silverstone : NEC Classic Motor Show Sale | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CSI Coupe Sold for USD$60,500 2013 Auctions America - California | |
1973 BMW 3.0S Saloon Chassis#: 31523957 Sold for USD$11,500 2011 Bonhams - Power by BMW - BMW Powered Motor Cars, Motorcycles & Related Automobilia | |
1973 BMW 3.0Si Saloon Chassis#: 3208574 Sold for USD$14,375 2011 Bonhams - Power by BMW - BMW Powered Motor Cars, Motorcycles & Related Automobilia |
BMW 3.0s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1973 BMW 3.0's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1973 BMW 3.0 CS | 2022 Mecum : Kissimmee | $70,000 | |||
1973 BMW 3.0 CS ALPINA | 4310004 | 2019 Bonhams : Quail Lodge Auction | $125,000 | $175,000 | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CSI | 2266267 | 2019 Coys Schloss Dyck | $70,000 | $80,000 | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CSi Coupe | 2265193 | 2019 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale | |||
1973 BMW 3.0 CSi | 2264312 | 2018 H & H Auctions Pavilion Gardens | $34,000 | $36,000 | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CS | 2018 McCormick's Auction # 64 | $42,000 | |||
1973 BMW 3.0 CS | 2250639 | 2017 RM Sothebys : Santa Monica | $25,000 | $30,000 | |
1973 BMW 3.0 CSi | 2265754 | 2016 H & H Auctions Chateau Impney | |||
1973 BMW 3.0 CS Coupe | 2016 Auctions America : Santa Monica | $49,000 | |||
1973 BMW 3.0 CS | 2250631 | 2015 Mecum Anaheim | $65,000 | ||
1973 BMW 3.0CSA Coupe | 2004 Bonhams Collectors Motor Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia | $4,000 | $5,000 | ||
1973 BMW 3.0 CSI UNKNOWN | 2001 Kruse Auction Denver, CO | $14,400 | |||
1973 BMW 3.0 CSI UNKNOWN | 2001 Kruse Auction Denver, CO | $12,000 |
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