1960 BMW 501 v8
€ 75.000

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int.code: BMV00087

The BMW 501 was a luxury car produced by BMW from 1952 to 1958. Presented at the first Frankfurt Motor Show in 1951, the 501 was the first BMW model to be produced and sold after World War II, and the first BMW car built in Bavaria. The 501 and its derivatives, including the BMW 502 with V8 engine, were nicknamed "Baroque Angels" by the German public.
The BMW 502 was the first post-war German car to be produced with a V8 engine.

The 501 had a completely new chassis, double wishbone front suspension with torsion bar suspension and a rigid axle with torsion bar suspension at the rear. The four-speed gearbox was not mounted directly on the engine, but was mounted separately between the second and third cross-members and driven by a drive shaft. This construction had the advantage of offering ample legroom for the front occupants, but also had the disadvantage of a rather complicated handlebar-mounted gear lever, resulting in an inaccurate shift mechanism.

The bodywork was designed by Peter Schimanowski. However, after seeing the prototype, BMW management decided to commission Pininfarina to create an alternative design. However, Pininfarina's prototype was considered too similar to his design for the Alfa Romeo 1900, so BMW decided to keep Schimanowski's design.

The BMW 501 V8 we are presenting here is a beautifully restored example from the collection of a true motoring enthusiast.
This BMW is a fully restored example: every inch of it has been carefully cared for.
The interior is in equally stunning condition: from the upholstered seats to the restored panels and new carpets, all from the period.
Mechanically, the components have all been overhauled (e.g. the engine) and are in excellent working order.