1973 3.0CS on BaT today

[autokunst]

I just noticed this one, and didn't see it discussed elsewhere (my apologies if this is a duplicate post). The condition of this car reminds me a lot of my car when I first got it. As such, I have a soft spot for it. Someone must save it!

No Reserve: 1973 BMW 3.0CS 4-Speed

Bid for the chance to own a No Reserve: 1973 BMW 3.0CS 4-Speed at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #126,199.

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[rsporsche]

i think it was only mentioned within the agave 2800cs BaT auction thread. i would much rather have the agave than this somewhat rusty 3.0cs.

 

[Jon C]

sold @ $30k

 

[JMinPDX]

The 70 2800cs with all the upgrades, rear discs, 3.0 fuel injection, 5 speed and way less crust sold for only $9k more. I get the 3.0 is pretty “original” and silver could be more desirable than green but you’ll spend more than $9k just on the body panels required. What am I missing?

 

[jmackro]

The 70 2800cs with all the upgrades, rear discs, 3.0 fuel injection, 5 speed and way less crust sold for only $9k more. I get the 3.0 is pretty “original” and silver could be more desirable than green but you’ll spend more than $9k just on the body panels required. What am I missing?

What you're missing is that BaT buyers aren't always rational. The 3.0 that sold today is certainly going to cost its buyer WAY more than $39K by the time he's done.

 

[autokunst]

The price of entry for this affliction we all suffer from. I hope the new owner joins the forum.

 

[JMinPDX]

What you're missing is that BaT buyers aren't always rational. The 3.0 that sold today is certainly going to cost its buyer WAY more than $39K by the time he's done.

Yup. My bad for thinking rationally. Sometimes BaT can be a silly place.

 

[vince]

The price of entry for this affliction we all suffer from. I hope the new owner joins the forum.

Yep, you've just paid the cover charge - now you have a whole night of buying drinks ahead of you.