1958 Bmw 507 Roadster Series Ii

The BMW 507 was conceived by US automobile importer Max Hoffman who, in 1954, persuaded the BMW management to produce a roadster version of the BMW 501 and BMW 502 saloons to fill the gap between the expensive MercedesBenz 300SL and the cheap and underpowered Triumph and MG sports cars BMW engineer Fritz Fiedler was assigned to design the rolling chassis, using existing components wherever.

1958 bmw 507 roadster series ii. 1985 MB Rétromobile 15 BMW 507 Roadster Series II 1957 001jpg 5,472 × 3,648;. This stunning example of the fully developed Series II BMW 507 is offered from nearly 30year custodianship and offers the next caretaker toplevel entry to the world of BMW car collecting, along with an entry into some of the most prestigious events around the globe, such as the Ville d'Este or Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, the Colorado Grand or other exclusive driving events 507 chassis number 705 was most likely produced during 1958 at the Munichbased BMW factory. This stunning example of the fully developed Series II BMW 507 is offered from nearly 30year custodianship and offers the next caretaker toplevel entry to the world of BMW car collecting, along with an entry into some of the most prestigious events around the globe, such as the Ville d’Este or Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the Colorado Grand or other exclusive driving events 507 chassis number 705 was most likely produced during 1958 at the Munichbased BMW factory.

Paris RM Sotheby’s 18 BMW 507 roadster series II 1958 006jpg 5,472 × 3,648;. BMW 507 Series II Roadster 1958 4 Done Comment 1,015 views. (Alle Angaben ohne Gewähr, Irrtümer / Änderungen vorbehalten) ===== 1958 – BMW 507 Series II ENGLISH / ENGLISCH Limited 1 of 252 units from factory most desired BMW ever made Rudge Wheels The 507 would utilize the best of Bavaria, with mechanical components sourced from the 502 and 503 series, including a 32liter, overheadvalve aluminum block V8, which had been improved with twin carburetors in order to produce some 150plus hp.

1958 – BMW 507 Series II The 507 would utilize the best of Bavaria, with mechanical components sourced from the 502 and 503 series, including a 32liter, overheadvalve aluminum block V8, which had been improved with twin carburetors in order to produce some 150plus hp. 1958 BMW 507 Series II – sold for $1,815,000 Among the Most Desirable European Sports Cars of the 1950s One of Only 252 Examples Ever Built Highly SoughtAfter Series II Model Elegant White over Blue Color Scheme Very Original, MatchingNumbers Example SingleFamily Ownership for Almost 30 Years Featured on the Cover of Roundel Magazine. BMW 507 Roadster Serie II 1958 Marca BMW Modello 507 Roadster Versione II serie Anno 1958 Telaio N Motore N Esemplari.

1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster Sold for Record $24 Million The year’s Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance hosted one of the most heated auctions ever seen, featuring a 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster in absolute mint condition. 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II € 1,996,250 One of 34 examples exported to the United States, and one of 252 total production examples built The 507 roadster featured an advanced boxframe chassis equipped with an upgraded suspension, fourspeed synchromesh gearbox, and Alfin drum brakes. There is 1 1958 BMW for sale right now Follow the Market and get notified with new listings and sale prices.

The year’s Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance hosted one of the most heated auctions ever seen, featuring a 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster in absolute mint condition 12 photos The car went under. This stunning example of the fully developed Series II BMW 507 is offered from nearly 30year custodianship and offers the next caretaker toplevel entry to the world of BMW car collecting, along with an entry into some of the most prestigious events around the globe, such as the Ville d’Este or Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the Colorado Grand or other exclusive driving events 507 chassis number 705 was most likely produced during 1958 at the Munichbased BMW factory. 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster Reading time about 2 minutes The BMW 507 Roadster is a car that was built by BMW between 1956 and 1959, despite its beauty the 507 almost bankrupted the company and by the time production ceased, only 252 had been made Despite its Germanness, the 507 was actually the idea of an Austrianborn American man by the name of Max Hoffman.

The 507 certainly accomplished BMW’s goal, and today the limitedproduction V8 roadster is considered by many to be the most desirable postwar model ever built by the Munichbased company Production of the 507 commenced in November 1956 and concluded near the end of 1959 after just 252 examples were built. Single ownership for over four decades Maintained by the same BMWtrained mechanic since new A truly remarkable 507, highly original throughout Elisabeth Bartels first laid eyes on this lovely white BMW 507 on 23 April 1958. A rare BMW 507 Series II Roadster from 1958 went under the hammer and was sold for a record $24 million (€1,753,000) at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance held on March 1315.

1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II Chassis# Sold for USD$2,175,000 19 RM Sothebys Scottsdale Arizona 1958 BMW 507 32Litre Series II Roadster Chassis# Sold for USD$3,008,717 18 Bonhams The Bond Street Sale 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II Chassis# Sold for USD$2,1,327 18 RM Sothebys Paris 1958 BMW 507 Series II Chassis#. Auction Block 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II Chris West Dec 14, 18 Category Rides In the 1950s, Porsche and Mercedes dominated the automotive scene with their flagship Speedster and 300 SL Gullwing, leaving alternative European auto manufacturers with a burning desire to challenge the supremacy of the brands by introducing a worthy. 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster – sold for $1,650,000 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster Chassis no Engine no 401 Body no 1179 Offered here is a desirable Series II variant with increased engine output and a little additional space behind the seats, offering those taller drivers a more comfortable seating position.

A rare BMW 507 Series II Roadster from 1958 went under the hammer and was sold for a record $24 million (€1,753,000) at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance held on March 1315. Though just 34 models of the 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II made it across the Atlantic to the United States, it became an instant hit with celebrities around the world from Elvis Presley to Greece’s King Constantine II Lovingly refurbished, this roadster represents the sublime intersection between elegance and advanced engineering Thanks to the use of lightweight alloy and a reclining soft top, the sensual curves and inviting open design of the 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II that. Born to challenge the supremacy of the Porsche Speedster and MercedesBenz 300 SL, the BMW 507 Series II Roadster outgrew its experimental beginnings to become one of the most aweinspiring cars in.

Auction Block 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II In the 1950s, Porsche and Mercedes dominated the automotive scene with their flagship Speedster and 300 SL Gullwing, leaving alternative European auto manufacturers with a burning desire to challenge the supremacy of the brands by introducing a worthy challenger In response, BMW conceptualized the 507 Series II Roadster — an unwavering competitor that was poised to steal the throne from the two automotive giants. This stunning example of the fully developed Series II BMW 507 is offered from nearly 30year custodianship and offers the next caretaker toplevel entry to the world of BMW car collecting, along with an entry into some of the most prestigious events around the globe, such as the Ville d'Este or Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, the Colorado Grand or other exclusive driving events 507 chassis number 705 was most likely produced during 1958 at the Munichbased BMW factory. Built upon a rigid box frame, the 507 was fitted with a threeliter 90º alloy V8 engine that produced an intoxicating exhaust note The 507 was equipped with synchromesh gears and large finnedaluminum brake drums, with discs fitted on later examples In top gear, the elegant sports car could reach over 1 mph.

The 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II is an intersection of elegance and advanced engineering thanks to a V8 engine with twin carburetors. Stunning 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster Sold for $242 Million by Adam Lynton / Comments This was BMW's answer to the Mercedes 300SL, built exclusively for the US market. 1958 BMW 507 32 Series II Roadster Glamorous and ultrarare, this beautiful Series II example was delivered new on January 27, 1958, to the BMW agent Wolfgang Denzel in Vienna, Austria — as confirmed in a letter from BMW Group Classic On February 10, 1958, the BMW was registered to Kommerzienrat Fritz Quester, Vienna.

This BMW 507 roadster is a later series II example and was completed and delivered on 10 July 1958 to G Dagmar in Munich, Germany The car was originally finished in Spring White and included the attractive removable hardtop The car was then sold to Werner Preis in Dusseldorf. History of the BMW 507 The BMW 507 was the brainchild of American Max Hoffman, then the East Coast importer of European sports and luxury cars Hoffman believed the roadster could slot in nicely between the relatively inexpensive Triumphs and MGs coming out of England, and the exclusive Mercedes 300SL. 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster Sold for Record $24 Million / The year’s Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance hosted one of the most heated auctions ever seen, featuring a 1958 BMW.

The year’s Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance hosted one of the most heated auctions ever seen, featuring a 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster in absolute mint condition The car went under the hammer and was sold for no less than $2,4,000 (€1,753,000) thanks to the guys from RM Auctions. Published by Monterey Car Week (1958 BMW 507) Editor's Note Elvis Presley owned one If it's good enough for the King, it's good enough for Monterey Car Week Thank you RM Auctions for permitting us to run your superb article and photography on one of the most iconic BMW's of all time, a 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster This one crossed the RM Auctions block at the Art of the Automobile event in November 13 and garnered a noteworthy $165 mill. The year’s Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance hosted one of the most heated auctions ever seen, featuring a 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster in absolute mint condition 12 photos The car went under.

Published by Monterey Car Week (1958 BMW 507) Editor's Note Elvis Presley owned one If it's good enough for the King, it's good enough for Monterey Car Week Thank you RM Auctions for permitting us to run your superb article and photography on one of the most iconic BMW's of all time, a 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster This one crossed the RM Auctions block at the Art of the Automobile event in November 13 and garnered a noteworthy $165 mill. This stunning example of the fully developed Series II BMW 507 is offered from nearly 30year custodianship and offers the next caretaker toplevel entry to the world of BMW car collecting, along with an entry into some of the most prestigious events around the globe, such as the Ville d’Este or Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the Colorado Grand or other exclusive driving events 507 chassis number 705 was most likely produced during 1958 at the Munichbased BMW factory. 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II € – € RM Sotheby’s – PARIS 18 – Offered on Wednesday, February 7, 18 Chassis No Engine No Body No 1126 Just two German owners from new;.

Marca BMW Modello 507 Roadster Versione II serie Anno 1958 Telaio N Motore N Esemplari prodotti 252 Designer Albrecht Von Goertz Motore 8 Cilindri a V di 90° Cilindrata 3168 cc Distribuzione OHV Valvole Cilindro 2 Aspirazione 2 Carburatori Zenit Potenza 150 CV a 5000 giri/min Top speed Km/h 217. If you've never seen the 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster before, it might be because they only built 252 of them Of those 252, a handful were bought by The King, who was apparently so obsessed. Some of the difference may be due to the conditions of these two examples but there is more to it than that.

The 1958 BMW 507 Series II that sold was a car we’d been watching The 507 has been steadily coming up in value, if not as dramatically as, say, some Ferraris Even if the 507 did ot have the same sort of performance and racing pedigree as Ferrari or its archrival, the MercedesBenz 300 SL , its value as a widely admired automotive work of art, however, has never been questioned. The basic lines of the 507 went on to inspire one of the greatest modern BMW designs, including the Z8, which became its spiritual successor in the carriage houses of the wealthy and stylish This BMW 507 roadster is a later series II example and was completed and delivered in 1958. The 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II Shown Here The car you see here has its own special backstory It was bought brand new on the 23rd of April 1958 by Wilhelm Bartels, the owner of a footwear store, for his beloved wife Elisabeth She fell in love with her new car and it became one of her most treasured possessions.

This BMW 507 roadster is a later series II example and was completed and delivered on 10 July 1958 to G Dagmar in Munich, Germany The car was originally finished in Spring White and included the attractive removable hardtop The car was then sold to Werner Preis in Dusseldorf. 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster at Pebble Beach Auction by Gooding & Company, 16 August 09. There were only 252 units over built and this particular BMW 507 roadster is a later series II example and was completed and delivered on 10 July 1958 to G Dagmar in Munich, Germany The car was.

There were only 252 units over built and this particular BMW 507 roadster is a later series II example and was completed and delivered on 10 July 1958 to G Dagmar in Munich, Germany The car was. It's a 1958 Series II model that was once owned by Count Albrecht Graf von Goertz, the very man responsible for the 507's design It's coming up for auction with Bonhams next month, and we think. 1958 BMW Series II / Source Gooding & Company The price increase of the 507 Series II was ultimately the main factor leading to the roadster’s production ceasing By narrowing the niche sports car.

1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II Chassis# Sold for USD$2,175,000 19 RM Sothebys Scottsdale Arizona 1958 BMW 507 32Litre Series II Roadster Chassis# Sold for USD$3,008,717 18 Bonhams The Bond Street Sale 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II Chassis# Sold for USD$2,1,327 18 RM Sothebys Paris 1958 BMW 507 Series II Chassis#. A 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster and a 1970 Maserati Ghibli Spyder are both to be auctioned by RM in Amelia Island in March 14 I can’t help but wonder why there is about a fivetimes difference in their values?. The flowing curves immediately caught our eye When running, this 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II is hypnotic The immaculate sheen of the midnight blue reflects its surroundings and the roar of the 32litre, overheadvalve aluminium block V8 engine helps a bit too.

1958 BMW Series II / Source Gooding & Company The price increase of the 507 Series II was ultimately the main factor leading to the roadster’s production ceasing By narrowing the niche sports car. 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II Sold For €1,996,250 Inclusive of applicable buyer's fee RM Sotheby's PARIS 5 FEBRUARY Offered from the Poster Car Collection. 2408 MB Rétromobile 15 BMW 507 Roadster Series II 1957 002jpg 5,472 × 3,648;.

1958 BMW 507 Series II SOLD!. It's a 1958 Series II model that was once owned by Count Albrecht Graf von Goertz, the very man responsible for the 507's design It's coming up for auction with Bonhams next month, and we think. Model 507 In 61 years, it's had just three owners, all passionate enthusiasts In 16, it earned a first place ribbon in the BMW Centennial Postwar class at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, and on Saturday, July 21, the 1958 BMW 507 Series II roadster owned by The Patterson Collection of Louisville, Kentucky, achieved another milestone, earning Best of Show honors at the 18 Keeneland Concours d'Elegance in Louisville Lexington, Kentucky.

1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II Born to challenge the supremacy of the Porsche Speedster and MercedesBenz 300 SL, the BMW 507 Series II Roadster outgrew its experimental beginnings to become one of the most aweinspiring cars in modern motoring If you´ve never seen one before, it might be because they only built 252 of them. $1,815,000 Including Commission Gooding Auction, Amelia Island, Florida 14 Extremely rare and one of only 252 examples built,.