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| | name = BMW New Six (E3) | |||
| The ] '''New Sixes''' were a line of luxury six-cylinder ] produced from 1968 to 1977. The series was introduced as a response to the ]-dominated large ] class and was very important in establishing BMW's reputation as a maker of sporting, luxury sedans. A two-door coupé version was produced alongside. Racing versions of the coupé enhanced BMW's reputation in motorsport. The sedans have the internal name '''E3''', while the coupés are '''E9'''. | |||
| | image = Bmw 2500 v sst.jpg | |||
| | caption = BMW 2500 | |||
| | manufacturer = ] | |||
| | aka = BMW E3 | |||
| | production = 1968–1977 | |||
| | assembly = Germany: ] | |||
| | designer = ]<ref name="AU71">{{cite book | ref = AU71 | title = Auto-Universum 1971 | chapter = BMW 2500/2800 | last = Becker | first = Clauspeter | editor-first = Arthur | editor-last = Logoz | date = 1971 | publisher = Verlag Internationale Automobil-Parade AG | location = Zürich, Switzerland | volume = XIV | page = 70 | language = de }}</ref> | |||
| | class = ] (]) | |||
| | body_style = {{ubl | |||
| | 4-door ] | |||
| | 4-door ] ] | |||
| }} | |||
| | layout = ] | |||
| | platform = E3 | |||
| | related = ] (coupés) | |||
| | engine = {{ubl | |||
| | 2.5 L '']'' ] | |||
| | 2.8 L '']'' I6 | |||
| | 3.0 L '']'' I6 | |||
| | 3.2 L '']'' I6 | |||
| | 3.3 L '']'' I6 }} | |||
| | transmission = {{ubl | 4/5-speed ] | 3-speed ] }} | |||
| | wheelbase = {{ubl | |||
| | {{convert|2692|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (sedan) | |||
| | {{convert|2794|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (extended sedan) | |||
| }} | |||
| | length = {{ubl | |||
| | {{convert|4700|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (sedan) | |||
| | {{convert|4953|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (US sedan) | |||
| | {{convert|4801|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (extended sedan) | |||
| }} | |||
| | width = {{ubl | |||
| | {{convert|1750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (sedan) | |||
| }} | |||
| | height = {{ubl | |||
| | {{convert|1450|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (sedan) | |||
| }} | |||
| | weight = {{ubl | |||
| | {{convert|1334|kg|lb||abbr=on}} (sedan) | |||
| | {{convert|1470|kg|lb||abbr=on}} (extended sedan) | |||
| }} | |||
| | predecessor = ] | |||
| | successor = ] | |||
| }} | |||
| The '''BMW New Six''' (also known as the '''BMW E3''') is a line of ] and ] ]s produced by the German automaker ] from 1968 to 1977. All models used the then-new ] ] engine. It marked BMW's return to the full-size luxury sedan market after a hiatus of 5 years and was introduced as a response to growing market segment dominated by ]. It was important in establishing BMW's reputation as a maker of sporting luxury sedans. | |||
| The BMW New Six coupés (better known as the ''']''') are built on a shortened version of the E3 platform. The E9 coupés share engines, transmissions, some suspension and many other features with the E3 sedans. | |||
| A total of 221,991 sedans and coupés were built.{{Citation needed|date=May 2018}} | |||
| ==Development== | |||
| ] | |||
| After a long hiatus, BMW decided to develop a six-cylinder car in the early 1960s. Work on what was to become the E3 commenced in 1965. The engine was based on the existing ] ]s, sharing their overall layout, though not merely adding two cylinders.<ref name="AU71"/> The design team was led by ], with some detail work executed by Italy's ] and ] studios.<ref name="AU71.3">], p. 73</ref> A goal was to offer more passenger space and comfort than the earlier, somewhat smaller ] saloons had.<ref name="AU71.9">], p. 69</ref> The new sedan was noticeably a "driver's car", focusing on the front-seat occupants, and the smaller ] coupé was more of a ] than a full four-seater.<ref name="AU71.2">], p. 72</ref><ref name="AU71.7">], p. 77</ref> | |||
| A new feature was the twin headlights, set into the grille, a design which was to define BMW styling for decades. Early mockups of the E3 featured broad rectangular single headlamps with rounded corners, but these never went into production - perhaps as a result of the lukewarm reception of the similarly designed ].<ref name="AU71"/><ref name="AU71.2"/> The new car also required a new welding plant at BMW's Munich site. In spite of the car's all-new construction it only cost 70 million D-mark to develop. This was less than half of what one might have expected at the time.<ref name="AU71.4">], p. 74</ref> | |||
| {{clear_left}} | |||
| ==Nomenclature== | |||
| Models were given names denoting their engine sizes, and suffixes to indicate the long-wheelbase (''L'') and ] (''i'') available on later cars. The coupés were all named CS, followed by ''i'' (for fuel injection models) or ''L'' (for light-weight models, which also had fuel injection and higher power). | Models were given names denoting their engine sizes, and suffixes to indicate the long-wheelbase (''L'') and ] (''i'') available on later cars. The coupés were all named CS, followed by ''i'' (for fuel injection models) or ''L'' (for light-weight models, which also had fuel injection and higher power). | ||
| * 2500/2.5, 2.5CS (2478 cc, 150 PS) | |||
| * 2800/2.8, 2800CS (2769 cc, 170 PS) | |||
| * 3.0S, 3.0CS (2966 cc, 180 PS using twin Zenith 35/40 INAT carburetors) | |||
| * 3.0Si, 3.0Li, 3.0CSi (2966 cc, 200 or 195 PS, depending whether Bosch D-Jetronic or L-Jetronic was installed) | |||
| * 3.3Li (3188 cc, 200 PS) | |||
| * 2500/2.5, 2.5CS (2494 cc, {{convert|150|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}) | |||
| The 2500 and 2800 sedans were sold in the USA as the '''Bavaria''', a name which some enthusiasts apply to the whole range. The New Sixes are the direct ancestors of the now-familiar ]. | |||
| * 2800/2.8, 2800CS (2788 cc, {{convert|170|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}) | |||
| * 3.0S, 3.0L, 3.0CS (2985 cc, {{convert|180|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} using twin Zenith 35/40 INAT carburetors) | |||
| * 3.0Si, 3.0Li, 3.0CSi (2985 cc, 200 or {{convert|195|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}, depending whether Bosch D-Jetronic or L-Jetronic was installed) | |||
| * 3.3L, 3.3Li (3295 cc, {{convert|190|-|197|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}) | |||
| * 3.3Li (3210 cc, 1976-1977) | |||
| == |
== Models == | ||
| The two initial models, introduced in 1968 and sold through 1977, were the 2.5 L 2500 and 2.8 L 2800. The airy, large ] design was roomier than BMW's existing range and appeared rather large overall, in spite of being no more than {{convert|1|cm|in|1|abbr=on}} longer than ], which were generally considered to compete in a lower class than the new E3.<ref name="AU71.2">], p. 72</ref> They were large ] cars with fully independent suspension and four wheel disc brakes that handled well and impressed contemporary reviewers. '']'' called the later Bavaria "delightful" and "superb", concluding that it was "one of the world's best buys".{{cn|date=October 2023}} Aside from the larger engine, the 2800 also had bigger tyres and a somewhat sportier suspension, as well as various creature comforts such as a heated rear window, a full tool set, Boge Nivomat self-levelling rear suspension, and a smattering more external chrome.<ref name="AU71.6">], p. 76</ref> | |||
| The two initial models, introduced in 1968 and sold through 1977, were the 2.5 L 2500 and 2.8 L 2800. The Bavaria used the 2.8 L engine with some interior features stripped out for a price point well-below the 2500. In the US market, the pricing of the line ranged from ]5,000 for the Bavaria to $6,874 for the full-featured 2800. | |||
| ] | |||
| The dual-carbureted 3-litre 3.0 S was introduced in 1971, being a more powerful and expensive model than the 2800; a fuel-injected version was also made. Also produced were long-wheelbase L models (3.0L, 3.3Li, etc.), whose sharp handling was a stark contrast to the large ] models of the time. Langley Motors in ] UK also produced an estate (tourer) version. Surprisingly, considering their respective marketing profiles, the 3.0 Si sedan was faster than the 3.0 coupé;{{cn|date=October 2023}} which was a heavier car by 50 kg, with the same drivetrain. | |||
| In the UK, some 3-litre cars were used by the police in the 1970s, with the infamous ad "It takes one to catch one".<ref>{{Cite web |title=1973 BMW 3.0si Police Car and BMW R75/5 Police Motorcycle Original Full Page Vintage Magazine Advertisement - Etsy UK |url=https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1346168499/1973-bmw-30si-police-car-and-bmw-r755 |access-date=2024-02-07 |website=www.etsy.com |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2007-09-10 |title=BMW E3-series 3.3Li |url=https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/motoring/features/bmw-e3series-3-3li-5529450.html |access-date=2024-02-07 |website=The Independent |language=en}}</ref> ] bought a 3.0 Si in 1972, followed by ] the same year and the ] in 1974.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=BMW police cars |url=http://www.policecaruk.com/ClassicFleet/files/BMW%20POLICE%20CARS.pdf |access-date=2024-02-07 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170328155757/http://www.policecaruk.com/ClassicFleet/files/BMW%20POLICE%20CARS.pdf |archive-date=2017-03-28 }}</ref> The West Mercia Police's car was in an unusual livery called "truck yellow".<ref>{{Cite web |date=2016-06-04 |title=57 Years Policing The Motorways |url=http://www.policecaruk.com/50YearsMotorwayPolicing/50YearsMotorwayPolicing.html |access-date=2024-02-07 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160604175900/http://www.policecaruk.com/50YearsMotorwayPolicing/50YearsMotorwayPolicing.html |archive-date=2016-06-04 }}</ref> Following the success of the 3.0 Si, many police forces in the UK began purchasing BMW cars, next one being the 5 Series (E12) in late 1970s.<ref name=":0" /> | |||
| They were roomy ] cars that handled well and impressed contemporary reviewers. '']'' called the Bavaria "delightful" and "superb", concluding that it was "one of the world's best buys". The big-bore '''3.0S''' was introduced in 1971. It was more powerful and expensive than the 2800; a fuel-injected version was also made. Also produced were long-wheelbase '''L''' models (3.0L, 3.3Li, etc.), whose sharp handling was a stark contrast to the large ] models of the time. Langley Motors in ] UK also produced an estate (tourer) version. | |||
| The body was surprisingly light for its size, weighing less than the smaller E9 coupé. Vision is also good, with narrow pillars and no less than {{convert|2.5|m2|sqft|abbr=on}} of overall glass area.<ref name="AU71.3"/> | |||
| The E23 BMW 7-series was nearly offered with a 96-horsepower 1.6 liter four-cylinder as its base engine. Despite the objections of the engineers, marketing still believed the 3500-lb car would be successful. BMW engineers, however, convinced them otherwise by staging a series of drag races with a Volkswagen, which the 716i lost. | |||
| At the end of 1973 the new, larger '''3.3 L''' was presented, going on sale in January 1974. It had the longer wheelbase and a bigger engine, although the power was no more than that of the 3.0 Si. Instead, more torque meant to provide a more luxurious rather than BMW's usual sporting feel. This engine was updated to fuel injection in June 1975, with a few more horsepower. Subsequent to the introduction of a 3.2 liter version of this engine in the 1976 ], this slightly smaller model found its way into the 3.3 Li as well. The E3 Sedan was in production from 1968–1978, with a total of circa 190,000 cars produced. Of these, 71,804 were of the US-only "Bavaria" model. | |||
| ==Coupés (E9)== | |||
| {{main|BMW E9}} | |||
| ] | |||
| ] | |||
| The '''CS''' models were ]s based on the standard sedans, and looked identical from the front. But they were also related to the earlier '''2000CS''', as is evident at the rear. The first model was the well-equipped '''2800CS''' of 1968. The '''3.0CS''' models introduced in 1971. In 1974 the smaller engined '''2.5CS''' was made in small numbers, in response to the ]. The '''CSL''' models were lightweight racing versions. In ] Group 4 spec, notably when driven by ] (car featured in ]), they competed against racing versions of the ] and ] with some success. With all the aerodynamic spoilers for racing, the car became known as the 'Batmobile'. | |||
| ===North America=== | |||
| ] | |||
| In the US market, the 2500 and 2800 were introduced in 1969. The 2500 was shy of many of the luxury features included in the 2800, and with the smaller engine, it sold for about $5,600 in 1970-equal to ${{Inflation|US|5,600.00|1970| r=-3|fmt=c}} today.<ref>From window sticker, US s/n 2150190</ref> The 2800 offered full leather interior, power windows, and power sunroof, which its price of $6,874 (${{Inflation|US|6,874|1970 |r=-3|fmt=c}} today) reflected. For the 1971 model year ], the BMW importer for the USA, convinced BMW AG to build the 2500 configuration car but use the 2800 engine — offering more power without the weight and expense of the 2800's luxury features. This new E3 configuration was called the "Bavaria" and was unique to the US market. Priced at about ]6,000 (${{Inflation|US|6,000|1971| r=-3|fmt=c}} today), the Bavaria came to replace both older models. It is generally considered the forebear of the modern BMW high-performance large luxury sedan as it combined brisk acceleration, sporty handling, plenty of room for four people and a large trunk. An optional three-speed automatic transmission was offered. | |||
| For the 1972 model year, the 2500 was dropped while the ] size in the Bavaria was increased to 3.0 liters. The former 2800 was then called the 3.0 S reflecting the 3.0 liter engine. These two models, the 3.0 S and the Bavaria, made up the North American E3 sedan line-up for 1972 through 1974. For the 1974 model year the E3 received the ungainly, federally mandated {{cvt|5|mph|km/h|0}} bumpers front and rear, significantly altering its profile. | |||
| In 1975 BMW introduced fuel injection to the US market M30 motor, replacing the twin two-barrel Zenith carburetors used since its inception. The Bavaria was dropped from the line-up, nominally replaced by the fuel-injected M30 powered ], and the fuel-injected 3.0 Si became the highest end of the BMW model range. The fully optioned 3.0 Si was sold during the 1975 and 1976 model years. | |||
| {{BMW cars}} | |||
| ] | |||
| '''Bavaria Production:''' | |||
| ] | |||
| {| class="wikitable" | |||
| ] | |||
| |- | |||
| ] | |||
| ! model | |||
| ] | |||
| ! Bavaria | |||
| ] | |||
| ! 3.0 S/Si | |||
| |- | |||
| | 1968 | |||
| | 2 | |||
| | | |||
| |- | |||
| | 1969 | |||
| | 13,211 | |||
| | | |||
| |- | |||
| | 1970 | |||
| | 13,210 | |||
| | | |||
| |- | |||
| | 1971 | |||
| | 4,817 | |||
| | 8,414 | |||
| |- | |||
| | 1972 | |||
| | 2,571 | |||
| | 8,206 | |||
| |- | |||
| | 1973 | |||
| | 2,371 | |||
| | 8,286 | |||
| |- | |||
| | 1974 | |||
| | 948 | |||
| | 4,506 | |||
| |- | |||
| | 1975 | |||
| | 14 | |||
| | 2,548 | |||
| |- | |||
| | 1976 | |||
| | | |||
| | 2,578 | |||
| |- | |||
| | 1977 | |||
| | | |||
| | 122 | |||
| |- | |||
| | '''totals''' | |||
| | '''37,144''' | |||
| | '''34,660''' | |||
| |} | |||
| {{clear}} | |||
| == Coupés (E9) == | |||
| {{main|BMW E9}} | |||
| ] | |||
| The '''CS''' ] models were based on the standard 2800 sedans, and looked very similar from the front. But they were also related to the earlier ], as is evident at the rear. The first model was the well-equipped '''2800CS''' of 1968. The '''3.0CS''' models introduced in 1971. In 1974 the smaller engined '''2.5CS''' was made in small numbers, in response to the ]. The '''CSL''' models were lightweight racing versions. | |||
| {{clear}} | |||
| ==References== | |||
| {{Reflist}}<!--added above External links/Sources by script-assisted edit--> | |||
| == External links == | |||
| {{commons category|BMW New Six}} | |||
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| {{BMW cars: 1960s to 1980s}} | |||
| {{DEFAULTSORT:Bmw New Six}} | |||
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Latest revision as of 00:08, 6 October 2024
Motor vehicle| BMW New Six (E3) | |
|---|---|
 BMW 2500 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Also called | BMW E3 |
| Production | 1968–1977 |
| Assembly | Germany: Munich |
| Designer | Wilhelm Hofmeister |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Executive car (E) |
| Body style |
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| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Platform | E3 |
| Related | BMW E9 (coupés) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase |
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| Length |
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| Width |
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| Height |
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| Curb weight |
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| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | BMW 501/502 |
| Successor | BMW 7 Series (E23) |
The BMW New Six (also known as the BMW E3) is a line of mid-size luxury sedans and grand tourer coupés produced by the German automaker BMW from 1968 to 1977. All models used the then-new M30 straight-6 engine. It marked BMW's return to the full-size luxury sedan market after a hiatus of 5 years and was introduced as a response to growing market segment dominated by Mercedes-Benz. It was important in establishing BMW's reputation as a maker of sporting luxury sedans.
The BMW New Six coupés (better known as the BMW E9) are built on a shortened version of the E3 platform. The E9 coupés share engines, transmissions, some suspension and many other features with the E3 sedans.
A total of 221,991 sedans and coupés were built.
Development
After a long hiatus, BMW decided to develop a six-cylinder car in the early 1960s. Work on what was to become the E3 commenced in 1965. The engine was based on the existing M10 inline 4s, sharing their overall layout, though not merely adding two cylinders. The design team was led by Wilhelm Hofmeister, with some detail work executed by Italy's Bertone and Michelotti studios. A goal was to offer more passenger space and comfort than the earlier, somewhat smaller New Class saloons had. The new sedan was noticeably a "driver's car", focusing on the front-seat occupants, and the smaller E9 coupé was more of a 2+2 than a full four-seater.
A new feature was the twin headlights, set into the grille, a design which was to define BMW styling for decades. Early mockups of the E3 featured broad rectangular single headlamps with rounded corners, but these never went into production - perhaps as a result of the lukewarm reception of the similarly designed 2000 CS. The new car also required a new welding plant at BMW's Munich site. In spite of the car's all-new construction it only cost 70 million D-mark to develop. This was less than half of what one might have expected at the time.
Nomenclature
Models were given names denoting their engine sizes, and suffixes to indicate the long-wheelbase (L) and fuel injection (i) available on later cars. The coupés were all named CS, followed by i (for fuel injection models) or L (for light-weight models, which also had fuel injection and higher power).
- 2500/2.5, 2.5CS (2494 cc, 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp))
- 2800/2.8, 2800CS (2788 cc, 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp))
- 3.0S, 3.0L, 3.0CS (2985 cc, 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) using twin Zenith 35/40 INAT carburetors)
- 3.0Si, 3.0Li, 3.0CSi (2985 cc, 200 or 195 PS (143 kW; 192 hp), depending whether Bosch D-Jetronic or L-Jetronic was installed)
- 3.3L, 3.3Li (3295 cc, 190–197 PS (140–145 kW; 187–194 hp))
- 3.3Li (3210 cc, 1976-1977)
Models
The two initial models, introduced in 1968 and sold through 1977, were the 2.5 L 2500 and 2.8 L 2800. The airy, large greenhouse design was roomier than BMW's existing range and appeared rather large overall, in spite of being no more than 1 cm (0.4 in) longer than Mercedes' midrange sedans, which were generally considered to compete in a lower class than the new E3. They were large six-cylinder cars with fully independent suspension and four wheel disc brakes that handled well and impressed contemporary reviewers. Road & Track called the later Bavaria "delightful" and "superb", concluding that it was "one of the world's best buys". Aside from the larger engine, the 2800 also had bigger tyres and a somewhat sportier suspension, as well as various creature comforts such as a heated rear window, a full tool set, Boge Nivomat self-levelling rear suspension, and a smattering more external chrome.
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The dual-carbureted 3-litre 3.0 S was introduced in 1971, being a more powerful and expensive model than the 2800; a fuel-injected version was also made. Also produced were long-wheelbase L models (3.0L, 3.3Li, etc.), whose sharp handling was a stark contrast to the large Mercedes-Benz models of the time. Langley Motors in Thames Ditton UK also produced an estate (tourer) version. Surprisingly, considering their respective marketing profiles, the 3.0 Si sedan was faster than the 3.0 coupé; which was a heavier car by 50 kg, with the same drivetrain.
In the UK, some 3-litre cars were used by the police in the 1970s, with the infamous ad "It takes one to catch one". Thames Valley Police bought a 3.0 Si in 1972, followed by Derbyshire Constabulary the same year and the West Mercia Police in 1974. The West Mercia Police's car was in an unusual livery called "truck yellow". Following the success of the 3.0 Si, many police forces in the UK began purchasing BMW cars, next one being the 5 Series (E12) in late 1970s.
The body was surprisingly light for its size, weighing less than the smaller E9 coupé. Vision is also good, with narrow pillars and no less than 2.5 m (27 sq ft) of overall glass area.
At the end of 1973 the new, larger 3.3 L was presented, going on sale in January 1974. It had the longer wheelbase and a bigger engine, although the power was no more than that of the 3.0 Si. Instead, more torque meant to provide a more luxurious rather than BMW's usual sporting feel. This engine was updated to fuel injection in June 1975, with a few more horsepower. Subsequent to the introduction of a 3.2 liter version of this engine in the 1976 BMW 633CSi, this slightly smaller model found its way into the 3.3 Li as well. The E3 Sedan was in production from 1968–1978, with a total of circa 190,000 cars produced. Of these, 71,804 were of the US-only "Bavaria" model.
North America
In the US market, the 2500 and 2800 were introduced in 1969. The 2500 was shy of many of the luxury features included in the 2800, and with the smaller engine, it sold for about $5,600 in 1970-equal to $44,000 today. The 2800 offered full leather interior, power windows, and power sunroof, which its price of $6,874 ($54,000 today) reflected. For the 1971 model year Max Hoffman, the BMW importer for the USA, convinced BMW AG to build the 2500 configuration car but use the 2800 engine — offering more power without the weight and expense of the 2800's luxury features. This new E3 configuration was called the "Bavaria" and was unique to the US market. Priced at about US$6,000 ($45,000 today), the Bavaria came to replace both older models. It is generally considered the forebear of the modern BMW high-performance large luxury sedan as it combined brisk acceleration, sporty handling, plenty of room for four people and a large trunk. An optional three-speed automatic transmission was offered.
For the 1972 model year, the 2500 was dropped while the M30 engine size in the Bavaria was increased to 3.0 liters. The former 2800 was then called the 3.0 S reflecting the 3.0 liter engine. These two models, the 3.0 S and the Bavaria, made up the North American E3 sedan line-up for 1972 through 1974. For the 1974 model year the E3 received the ungainly, federally mandated 5 mph (8 km/h) bumpers front and rear, significantly altering its profile.
In 1975 BMW introduced fuel injection to the US market M30 motor, replacing the twin two-barrel Zenith carburetors used since its inception. The Bavaria was dropped from the line-up, nominally replaced by the fuel-injected M30 powered E12 530i, and the fuel-injected 3.0 Si became the highest end of the BMW model range. The fully optioned 3.0 Si was sold during the 1975 and 1976 model years.
Bavaria Production:
| model | Bavaria | 3.0 S/Si |
|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 2 | |
| 1969 | 13,211 | |
| 1970 | 13,210 | |
| 1971 | 4,817 | 8,414 |
| 1972 | 2,571 | 8,206 |
| 1973 | 2,371 | 8,286 |
| 1974 | 948 | 4,506 |
| 1975 | 14 | 2,548 |
| 1976 | 2,578 | |
| 1977 | 122 | |
| totals | 37,144 | 34,660 |
Coupés (E9)
Main article: BMW E9
The CS coupé models were based on the standard 2800 sedans, and looked very similar from the front. But they were also related to the earlier 2000CS, as is evident at the rear. The first model was the well-equipped 2800CS of 1968. The 3.0CS models introduced in 1971. In 1974 the smaller engined 2.5CS was made in small numbers, in response to the fuel crisis. The CSL models were lightweight racing versions.
References
- ^ Becker, Clauspeter (1971). "BMW 2500/2800". In Logoz, Arthur (ed.). Auto-Universum 1971 (in German). Vol. XIV. Zürich, Switzerland: Verlag Internationale Automobil-Parade AG. p. 70.
- ^ Becker, p. 73
- Becker, p. 69
- ^ Becker, p. 72
- Becker, p. 77
- Becker, p. 74
- Becker, p. 76
- "1973 BMW 3.0si Police Car and BMW R75/5 Police Motorcycle Original Full Page Vintage Magazine Advertisement - Etsy UK". www.etsy.com. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- "BMW E3-series 3.3Li". The Independent. 2007-09-10. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- ^ "BMW police cars" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2017-03-28. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- "57 Years Policing The Motorways". 2016-06-04. Archived from the original on 2016-06-04. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- From window sticker, US s/n 2150190
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