Selling a BMW 1800

 

The 1960s were becoming a boon period for BMW, the German car manufacturer whose New Class sedans had invigorated its production line and restored the company to financial health. This turnaround had happened fairly quickly and was initially owed to the 1500 models which appeared on the scene in 1961 and were entered the sales market a year later. Fast-forward three years and BMW was aggressively expanding its inventory, its design lineup, and its consumer base. Now committed to innovation and ongoing reinvention, BMW was actively marginalizing the beloved 1500 in favor of a stronger, classier BMW 1800 that looked to eclipse its predecessor in essentially every regard.

Certain aspects of the Neue Klasse sedans were inescapable and linked the old to the new with each successive iteration. In this way, the BMW 1800 was not a wholesale departure from the 1500, as its chassis, M10 engine, and overall aesthetic remained largely intact. It was a continuity BMW was happy to maintain, if only to ensure the New Class concept continued to reshape the automotive community. But those differences that did materialize were both self-evident and immediately welcomed by the public they were meant to impress. Above all was the question of power—the BMW 1800 simply had more of it. The M10 SOHC motor, the very heart of the New Class line, was configurable by design and had in this case been bored out to allow for a 1.8-liter (1,766 cc) displacement. An increase of 10 horsepower was the result, or enough power to seem at least somewhat familiar to modern buyers. Sellers might emphasize this aspect when dealing with prospective buyers.

BMW 1800 Seller’s Guide

 

Many classics seem to sell themselves on make, model, and year alone. But even savvy sellers could use a hand from time to time in closing a deal. Alex Manos is a friend to classic car aficionados the world over and is always eager to help clients and customers with assessing a given vehicle’s condition, worth, and market viability. Working with Alex Manos is a blessing for sellers new to the automotive dealership space. And because of his connections with restoration experts, Alex Manos is willing to look at cars in nearly any condition, particularly those that might round out his already impressive inventory. Take a look the Alex Manos website if you are looking to sell your vintage ride. The range of services Alex offers is hugely impressive.

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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