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BMW 502 Barockengel V8 (1961)

BMW 502/8 "Baroque Angel" (1961), restored in 2022, recently passed TÜV inspection

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Manufacturer
BMW
Model
502 Barockengel V8
Year
1961
Transmission
Manual
Horsepower
120
Milage
42.062 km
Country Version
DE
Location
DE-45897 Gelsenkirchen
Color
White
Type of auction
With reserve
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BMW 502 Barockengel V8 (1961)

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by Leonard Deppen

With the "Baroque Angel," BMW introduced the first eight-cylinder engine in postwar Germany to go into series production—a true symbol of the economic miracle. This 1961 502, whose 3.2-liter V8 produces 120 PS, was restored in 2022. The gleaming white paint harmonizes beautifully with the red-and-white fabric seats and the wood trim on the dashboard. TÜV certification valid through 2028 and an “H” license plate round out the picture. Well-preserved “Baroque Angels” have become rare and have been prized by collectors for years. A stylish touring car for lovers of Baroque elegance from Munich!

Price Estimation27.000 € - 30.000 €
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Kickdown Check

  • On-site kickdown assessment completed
    • 269 photos
    • Video, including ride-along
  • A valuation report with a grade of 3+ is available
  • A restoration was carried out in 2022
  • TÜV inspection valid through October 2028

Facts & Specifications

  • Year built: 1961
  • First registration: Germany
  • Engine: 3.2-liter V8 with 120 PS (88 kW)
  • Transmission: Manual
  • Exterior Color: White
  • TÜV valid until October 2028; H license plate is included

Condition

Exterior

  • The exterior color is white
  • The body is in good condition with age-related signs of wear
  • The vehicle has been completely repainted in the past
  • There is no known accident damage

Interior

  • The interior features red-and-white fabric seats and wood trim on the dashboard
  • The interior is in good condition with slight signs of wear due to age
  • The heater and radio are not working

Mechanics

  • The vehicle is registered
  • The engine and transmission run flawlessly
  • There are no known technical defects
  • Last maintenance: 12/2025

History

Ownership History

  • Since 09/2017: current owner
  • August 22, 1990: other owners
  • July 5, 1967 to August 22, 1990: Ownership history unknown
  • July 5, 1967: 4th owner
  • September 7, 1966: 3rd owner
  • September 3, 1965: 2nd owner
  • May 15, 1961: Initial registration
  • Mileage cannot be verified

Service History

  • December 2025: Last service
  • 2022: Restoration
  • No service booklet available

Summary

For sale is a 1961 BMW 502 V8 “Barockengel” originally delivered in Germany. The vehicle was restored in 2022 and has already been completely repainted. The body is in well-maintained condition with age-related signs of wear. The interior is well-maintained and shows slight patina. The 3.2-liter V8 with 120 PS is paired with a manual transmission. The TÜV inspection is valid through October 2028; the last service was performed in December 2025, and a condition report with a grade of 3+ is available. The heater and radio are not functioning. With its H-license plate, the 502 is aimed at enthusiasts of early post-war BMW models.

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  • TomTom1TomTom1
    13.10.2026 17:21

    Technik: Feuerwehren und die Polizei fuhren den BMW 501/502 als Einsatz- bzw. Streifenwagen (bekannt aus der Fernsehserie „Funkstreife Isar 12“ mit Wilmut Borell und Karl Tischlinger). Das Karosseriewerk Binz & Co. in Lorch (Württemberg) baute im Auftrag des Bayerischen Roten Kreuzes auf der Basis des BMW 502 einen komfortablen Krankenwagen, der allerdings ein Einzelexemplar blieb. Die BMW 501/502 sind Pkw der Oberklasse von BMW. Die von 1952 bis 1964 gebauten Fahrzeuge sind wegen ihrer geschwungenen Linienführung als „Barockengel“ bekannt. Neben den Limousinen wurden auch wenige Cabriolets und Coupés hergestellt. Der Typ 501 war der erste BMW-Pkw aus München, alle vorherigen wurden im Automobilwerk Eisenach hergestellt. Zu dem ersten Modell BMW 501 mit Sechszylinder-Reihenmotor und 2 Litern Hubraum kam 1954 der BMW 502 hinzu, der von dem ersten nach dem Zweiten Weltkrieg in Deutschland neu konstruierten Achtzylindermotor angetrieben wurde. Der V8-Motor von 1954 hatte einen Hubraum von 2,6 Litern. Diese Ausführung wurde 1955 durch eine 3,2-Liter-Version für den BMW 502 ergänzt. Die Leistung betrug 120 PS (88 kW) und wurde 1957 auf 140 PS (103 kW) angehoben. Eine weitere Leistungssteigerung auf 160 PS (118 kW) erfuhr der 3,2-Liter-V8 1961 im BMW 3200 S. Alle Fahrzeuge hatten Hinterradantrieb und ein vollsynchronisiertes Vierganggetriebe mit Lenkradschaltung, ab Februar 1963 Knüppelschaltung.

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