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1965 BMW 3200CS Coupe

  • Designed by Bertone
  • Chassis Number: 76528
The CS, meaning Coupe Sport, featured a powerful V8 engine and a special 507 rear axle. The design and building of the body was tasked to Bertone. In 1961, at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the BMW 3200CS was unveiled and the first cars were delivered by February of 1962.

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

2015 RM Auctions - Paris

Pre-Auction Estimates :
€115,000-€155,000 
Lot was not sold

2007 Gooding & Company

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $105,000-USD $135,000 
Sale Price :
USD $126,500

2006 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $75,000-USD $125,000 
Sale Price :
USD $88,000

1965 BMW 3200CS Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the BMW 3200CS

(Data based on Model Year 1965 sales)
1965 BMW 3200 CS Coupé
Chassis#: 76466
Sold for USD$58,804
  2015 Bonhams : The Zoute Sale
 
1965 BMW 3200CS
Sold for USD$126,500
  2007 Gooding & Company
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1965 BMW 3200CS
Sold for USD$22,500
  2007 Monterey Sports and Classic Car Auction
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1965 BMW 3200 CS Coupe
Chassis#: 76528
Sold for USD$88,000
  2006 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona
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BMW 3200CSs That Failed To Sell At Auction

1965 BMW 3200CS's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1965 BMW 3200 CS Coupé765332016 Bonhams : The Goodwood Festival of Speed Sale $60,000$70,000
1965 BMW 3200 CS by Bertone765282015 RM Auctions Paris $115,000$155,000

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Designer: Bertone
Chassis #: 76528
1965 BMW 3200CS vehicle information
Coupe
Designer: Bertone
Chassis #: 76428