1962 BMW 700 SPORT

1962 BMW 700 SPORT
Chassis no. 194953
Engine no. 194953
697cc Air-Cooled 2-Cylinder Boxer Engine
Twin Solex Carburetors
40 HP at 5,300 RPM
4-Speed Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Drum Brakes

*Rare and desirable 700 Sport variation
*Complete and documented show quality restoration
*Seldom seen in the United States
*Sure to draw a crowd regardless of its company
*Fun and sought after BMW model

THE BMW 700

Introduced at the 1959 Frankfurt Motor Show, the BMW 700 replaced the 600. The newcomer was well received in Germany and performed well in motorsport, with Hans Stuck winning the 1960 German Hill climb Championship and Walter Schneider taking the 1961 German Saloon Car title. The BMW 700 was the first BMW model built with a monocoque chassis and was available in both sedan and coupe versions, followed by a convertible. The rear-mounted flat twin cylinder motor was based on the 600 and displaced 697cc. Improved brakes and rack and pinion steering endowed the 700 with excellent driving characteristics. Later variants included the 700 Sport, with twin carburetors, and the Luxus on a longer wheelbase. Never imported to the United States, these fantastic models are relatively hard to find and sought after by collectors today.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

This matching numbers BMW 700 Sport was the recipient of a no expense spared restoration where every aspect of the car has been brought back to better than new condition. Photos of the restoration process are on file, documenting the various stages of the extensive build. The body has been completed in a show quality dark grey finish over a freshly upholstered black interior. During the reassembly process, the decision was made to leave the bumpers off, which has helped to create a very sporting look, paying homage to the BMW 700s successful competition history. The 2-Cylinder Boxer Engine has been fully re-built, as has the transmission, suspension, and braking system. Weighing less than 1,500 pounds, the peppy rear engined car creates a very unique and fun driving experience that is not easily replicated. This rarely seen, sporting example of the BMW 700 presents a very unique opportunity to acquire a car that is sure to be the center of attention wherever it goes.