1976 BMW 3.3-Litre

Registration no. NTG 208P Chassis no. 3090218

Odometer reading: TBC
MoT expiry date: Exempt

*Top-of-the-range model
*Left-hand drive
*Imported from Denmark
*Extensively restored

BMW returned to six-cylinder power for its range-topping models in 1968 with the launch of the 2500/2800 saloons, which would be instrumental in establishing German company's reputation as a maker of luxury saloons of sporting character. The unitary construction, all steel bodyshells were new while the all-independent suspension by means of McPherson struts at the front and semi-trailing arms at the rear was carried over from the successful four-cylinder range. Smoothness personified and remarkably frugal, the new six-cylinder M30 engine was likewise a development of the existing 'four', retaining the latter's chain-driven single overhead camshaft but enjoying the benefits of a new combustion chamber. Servo-assisted all-disc braking was standard while automatic transmission and power steering were listed among the options. There were also long-wheelbase versions available. With a maximum power output of 148bhp the 2500 was good for a top speed of 110mph with the 2800 a shade faster. Even more performance was available from the larger-engined models that appeared later, beginning in 1971 with the 3.0S and Bosch fuel-injected 3.0Si.
Offered here is an example of the range-topping 3.3Li, a long wheelbase fuel-injected model not sold in the UK. This example was imported from Denmark, where it was one of the Prime Minster's official cars, and has since been extensively restored. The car comes with a V5C, original users manual and a set of colour photos documenting the restoration.

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