1972 BMW 3.0CS
The Neue Klasse rebirth of BMW in the 1960s led BMW into one of their most creative, iconic, and successful eras. During this rebirth, BMW was changing the brand's reputation from a value for money economy car manufacturer to quality & performance focused, sport-driven machines. Thanks to the 2000C and CS models, the E9 chassis was born, and began life as 2800CS in 1968. With offerings such as the 2800, the 3.0CS/CSI, and the iconic CSL-more frequently named "Batmobile", the E9 is a beloved BMW collector enthusiast’s platform. It is the top of the BMW line for this era and exemplifies the achievements of BMW’s corporate rethink: exceptional design, 6 cylinder smoothness, performance, and that BMW trademark blend of superb roadholding even on the roughest roads & ride quality all of which make for satisfying high speed classic motoring experiences.
This 1972 BMW 3.0CS is finished in Fjord Metallic over tan leather and is powered by a 3.0-liter M30 inline-six linked with a three-speed automatic transmission. Equipment includes 14″ alloy wheels, a Nardi steering wheel, air conditioning, and a Becker stereo. The current owner acquired the car approximately 10 years ago, and it now shows under 49k miles. Books worth of invoices, receipts, and documentation from 1983 to today accompany this E9, and provide full transparency for much of this example’s life and care of ownership. Dual Weber 32/36 carburetors were installed in 2023, at which time the alternator was rebuilt and the battery and ignition components were replaced. This E9 is now offered in Connecticut on dealer consignment with service records, the removed factory steering wheel, and Maine registration.
