Used 1962 BMW 700 for sale in Allentown, PA
Vehicle Details
1962 Year | 731456 VIN | 46,968 mi. Mileage |
$38,000 Price | 1559792 Manufacturer Product Number | BMW Make |
BMW Model | Allentown, Pennsylvania Location | #1456 Stock Number |
LS Body Type | LS Trim Level | Yellow Exterior Color |
Mint Exterior Condition | Clear Title Status | Fully Restored Restoration History |
Manual Transmission | Brown Interior Color |
Seller
- Allentown, Pennsylvania
- (855) 979-2454
Vehicle Description
After launching the Isetta in 1954 in an attempt to set off the slump in the motorcycle market, BMW soon realized that this bubble car was too small for the new customers entering the market. At the same time the automotive industry was booming, with production in West Germany increasing by one-third in 1955 alone. Introducing new models, BMW sought to jump up on the bandwagon, the BMW 600, a somewhat longer Isetta with its flat-twin engine fitted at the rear, intended to meet demand for a genuine four-seater at least for a while as of 1957. But again, the BMW 600 turned out to be a flop, customers not accepting the concept with the door at the front of the car.
Looking hard for a solution, the Development Division initially attempted for economic reasons to build a conventional small car using as many parts of the BMW 600 as possible. The attempt to modify the frame and structure of the BMW 600 and meet modern demands thus proved to be impossible – or at least subject to significant compromises. So instead, BMW decided to find a more promising solution by re-configuring the entire design and structure of the body.
This charming, matching numbers 1962 BMW 700 LS, #231 Build, is a nicely restored vehicle, coming to us from a local collector. It benefits from an extensive restoration done in Italy and presents in excellent condition, finished in a lovely yellow combination over a brown interior.
Driving a BMW 700 is pure joy, the original two-cylinder, single carburetor, 35HP engine is eager for its size and revs freely. This car’s engine is tidy and clean, consistent with the high-quality of the restoration. Period correct details include a Solex carburetor, owner’s manual, tool kit, and jack.
The sale of this car represents a rare opportunity to acquire a concours-quality BMW 700 featuring a highly desirable specification. Contact Alex Ruozzi for more information on this special machine.