Selling a 1962 BMW 1500

 

The BMW New Class sedans were debuted for the viewing public in 1961, with its model 1500 leading the way. One year later, the 1962 BMW 1500 was officially released and would enjoy respectable marketplace success. Much was hinging on the reception of this fairly tame, conservative, family-oriented sedan, as BMW was struggling to get itself in the black following a decade of financial setbacks. For that reason, the 1962 BMW 1500 holds a unique and essential place in automobile history. From a design perspective, it offered a practical package of comfort, reliability, economy, and a suitable power/weight ratio. In short, it was an everyman car with a touch of that BMW mystique which had previously been thought unassailable.

Purchasing a 1962 BMW 1500 in its first production year had, for anxious buyers, been preceded by an interminable wait, as the vehicle had been shown off in calculated fashion for a public that had nearly lost faith in the Bavarian automobile manufacturer. But with the excellent engineer Alexander von Falkenhausen at the helm, that faith was soon to be reinvigorated. Falkenhausen, an engineer and racecar driver (a not uncommon combination in those days), was responsible for the M10 SOHC motor which would find itself powering New Class models for years to come. In the case of the 1500 model, the M10 in play was a 1.5-liter (1,499 cc) configuration that famously ran in smooth fashion at higher speeds. Modern day enthusiasts are generally acquainted with this functional aspect of the BMW 1500, not to mention its other features/characteristics, which makes for a more straightforward selling conversation when speaking with a New Class collector.

1962 BMW 1500 Seller’s Guide

 

And on the topic of New Class collectors, Alex Manos is always looking to plus up his site’s classic car inventory with esoteric and sought after models. Because of his connections within the industry and the sheer volume of his operation, Alex Manos is willing to look at cars in nearly any condition. Not all vintage rides have enjoyed the care and maintenance of a responsible owner, which is not to say such cars don’t have a bit of life left under the hood or on their wheels. Alex Manos lives to help owners sell their cars at a fair price and to the right buyer. Head to Alex’s website today and familiarize yourself with his selling tips, his sales offerings, and his unique place in the industry.

If you’re near the Los Angeles area, make a trip out to our lot and see what cars compare to your Classic BMW. We work with buyers everywhere in the US, so even if you live remotely we want to talk about selling your classic car. I’m Alex Manos, and I love buying classic cars!

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