I recently got to play one of my favorite games, in which I finally catch the drivers of cars I often see parked and get to chat them up a little bit. In this case, it’s a silver 3.0CS that is very straight but has clearly been a daily driver since it was born. The owner cautiously espoused his love to the random stranger who had so briskly made a u-turn on his bike, but it was fun to get a little peek into the life of one of these absolutely classic BMWs. Today’s example is significantly nicer than the silver DD, thanks to low mileage, a beautifully restored interior, and the fact that it’s BROWN. I’ve been so pleased to see the rising appreciating for well-done brown sports cars, and this is the perfect example of how far brown can be from beige. All those nice things about it push this E9 into *gasp* modern BMW-price territory. I’d take this in a heartbeat.
Click for more details: 1974 BMW 3.0CS on Hemmings Motor News
Year: 1974
Model: 3.0CS
Engine: 3.0 liter inline-6
Transmission: 4-speed manual
Mileage: 72,988 mi
Price: $62,900
1974 BMW 3.0CS finished in Sienna Brown Metallic with Tan leather interior. This rust free South Western example is the best driving 3.0CS you will ever find! Fitted with a finely tuned 3.5 Liter straight six and triple Weber carbs, mated to a five speed smooth shifting gearbox and fitted with Alpina style wheels, new shocks and European style lowered springs, new Michelin tires, Nardi wood steering wheel, European headlamps, sun roof and newly restored interior. It has just had a fresh full service and detailing. This extremely hard to find model is one of the best buys in the vintage car market. Hunting Ridge Motors is also currently working on several other 3.0CS projects. Call us for full details and pricing on this incredible example or let us find one for you. We are capable of having one rebuilt to your exact specifications and color choices.
The Alpina wheels really tie the room together, and the interior looks like a lovely place to be. That wheel, that leather… oh my. A beautiful example of the E9 in a wonderful color; if you have the cash, your collection will be cooler with this in it.
-NR
No doubt it is a beautiful car, even with the US-spec bumpers. They say the market will tell the true value of an item for sale. Hunting Ridge Motors has had this car listed on their website for well over a year, possibly two. That tells me it is priced higher than the market will bear.