2014 |
Amelia Island Auction 20141958 BMW 507 Series II
Register to BidSOLD $1,815,000
Estimate
$1,500,000 - $1,800,000
Chassis
70134
Engine
40146 Body No. 1133
Car Highlights
Among the Most Desirable European Sports Cars of the 1950s
One of Only 252 Examples Ever Built
Highly Sought-After Series II Model
Elegant White over Blue Color Scheme
Very Original, Matching-Numbers Example
Single-Family Ownership for Almost 30 Years
Featured on the Cover of Roundel Magazine
Offered with Original Workshop Manual, Service Records, and History File
Eligible for the Best International Events Including the Mille Miglia
Technical Specs
3,168 CC OHV 90° Alloy V-8 Engine
Twin Zenith 32 NDIX Carburetors
150 BHP at 5,000 RPM
4-Speed Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Hydraulic Alfin Drum Brakes
Independent Front Suspension with Parallel Wishbones and Torsion Bars
Live Rear Axle with Torsion Bars
Saleroom Addendum
*Please note this vehicle is titled 1957. Please also note that although BMW 507s have been welcomed at events such as the Mille Miglia, Gooding encourages any bidders interested in participating in such events with this car to contact event organizers directly, in order to determine the eligibility of a 1958 model year BMW 507 Series II that was constructed in 1957.
