Vehicle Description
1974 BMW 3.0CSi - 3.0L I6 - 4 Speed Manual Transmission - 72k Miles
Shown - Gold Over Black Interior - Fully Restored BMW set a few
Milestones with the 3.0 series cars, from race cars to art cars.
The batmobile 3.0 CSL cars were a force to be reckoned with on the
race track, and the first of the art car series vehicles were
decorated by Alexander Calder and Frank Stella. Part of the
beautiful design of the 3.0 series cars is that these cars were one
of a few BMW coupes that feature the Hofmeister Kink and a BMW
roundel within inches of each other. The 3.0CSi is a luxury coupe
which combines power, comfort, and timeless design. When looking at
the front of this beautiful car at any angle, the kidney grilles
are unmistakable as they protrude just a little further than the
dual round headlights. Classic BMW lines give this car a muscular
stance, and the color is beautiful. Chrome side strakes and chrome
trim provide a little contrast as they run down portions of the
chiseled body. All the trim is in great condition, as are the
lights. According to the Karmann coachworks trim tag, this car left
the factory finished in the color of Siena Brown (code 9), which
was a hue that had a bit more of a darker red tone. It's now
finished in Ceylon Metallic (code 8), which suits the car well.
There are no outward indicators of the color change, and the paint
has obviously been professionally applied. High gloss finish, panel
fitment dialed in, and clear glass free of delamination are good
indicators that the restoration and subsequent ownership and use of
this car were on point. Alpina badged multi-spoke alloy wheels
wrapped in Sumitomo tires give the car a slightly sportier look
than other wheels often seen on these cars. New seals and gaskets
throughout the body are soft and supple, and rubber on the bumpers
is in very nice condition. A plate holder which may have been used
for a rectangular German plate remains, and folds down a few
degrees to reveal the trunk lock/button. As you would expect, the
interior is comfortable, and a great place to be whether in the
driver's seat or any one of the passenger's seats. Cloth trimmed,
bolstered bucket seats, a large steering wheel, and a wood trimmed
upper dashboard with clear gauges are focal points in the car's
thoughtfully designed interior. No-nonsense VDO gauges provide info
regarding vital engine functions, and we should note that the
speedometer reads in kilometers per hour. A modern stereo is
nestled just in front of the shifter, and below the array of vents
for the HVAC system. In the center console, a wood shift knob tops
the shifter, and rocker switches for the window controls are neatly
organized. The large glass 'greenhouse' of the car is further
personified when rolling all the windows down thanks to an absence
of a B-Pillar. Windows down cruising on a sunny day in this car are
sure to leave you smiling. Long intake runners are the focal point
once the forward canting hood is opened. The engine bay is clean
and well detailed with all the expected hoses, fasteners,
reservoirs, and stickers displayed. A noticeable absence of
carburetors is something that eagle-eyed enthusiasts may notice
right away. BMW offered the carbureted CS, and the fuel injected
version like this car. A 4-speed manual transmission is mated to
the Inline-6 under the hood. Each gear slots into position with an
affirming click from the shifter. This is your chance to own a
classic BMW, which can be a piece of rolling art of your own. This
car is a beautiful example of a 3.0 CSi thanks to a detailed
restoration. Rolling all the windows down and taking this car for a
cruise on a sunny day is sure to result in a smile on your face.
Wunderbar!
