The Glas GT fastback coupe was introduced in September of 1963 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Wearing a design by Italy's Frua coachworks and bodied by the Maggiora coachworks, the cars were produced by small independent Bavarian manufacturer Hans Glas GmbH in Dingolfing, Germany. Sales were good, but the company's decline prompted the Bavarian government to enlist BMW to take over its operations and maintain employment at Dingolfing.
SedanIt is believed that 1,255 unused Glas GT bodies remained after the BWM takeover. Their rear floor pans were modified to accept BMW's rear-suspension system, the Glas front suspension was retained, and the power train of the 1600ti sedan. The grille was updated, and circular taillights plus the BMW roundel were added. Modifications included the relocation of the fuel tank to the trunk floor and an upgrade to 12-volt electronics. From September of 1967 through August of 1968, just 1,255 examples of the BMW 1600 GT were built, spanning serial numbers W001001 through W002256. It is believed that just 13 examples of the BMW 1600 GT are in the United States.
by Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2019
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by Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2019
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During the crisis of the 50s, the 1500 was introduced and with its excellent suspension and striking design, became part of BMWs saving grace during that time period. A total of 334,165 models were produced during its two years of production. Following the 1800 series, a whole New Class sedan was launched during the Spring of 1964, the 1600. The most legendary series ever introduced by BMW,....
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