BMW E9 3.0 CSI (1975)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 176 photos
• Paint thickness measurement
• Video including engine run
• Complete restoration from 2017 to 2020, fully documented with over 1,000 photos
• A complete engine overhaul was performed as part of the restoration.
• Documented total investment in restoration and maintenance: approx. 65,000 EUR

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1974
• First registration: Germany
• Engine: 3.0-liter M30 inline-six with 200 PS (147 kW)
• Transmission: 5-speed manual
• Exterior color: Midnight Blue Metallic
• Interior: Dark red leather
• TÜV valid through 05/2028; H license plate
• Features:
• Getrag 5-speed transmission
• Sunroof
• Bilstein sport suspension (lowered)
• 16-inch BBS RS alloy wheels
• Complete stainless steel exhaust system
• DAB+ radio with USB, AUX, CD, and Bluetooth

Condition

Exterior

• The exterior color of the BMW 3.0 CSi is Midnight Blue Metallic
• Body in very good, nearly like-new condition following a complete restoration
• The vehicle has been fully cavity-sealed and completely repainted
• Paint thickness measurements yielded values between 491 and 1,799 micrometers
• The tires have a tread depth of 7.2 to 7.5 mm on the front left, 7.2 mm on the front right, 7.4 mm on the rear left, and 7.3 mm on the rear right
• All exterior parts have been re-chromed and are in immaculate condition
• Accident-free and rust-free
• New tires installed in April 2024

Interior

• The BMW 3.0 CSi (E9) is equipped with dark red leather
• Interior in very good, nearly like-new condition
• All upholstery, trim, headliner, and dashboard have been completely replaced
• There are no known damages to the interior.

Mechanics

• Ready to drive immediately and registered
• The overhauled 3.0-liter M30 inline-six engine runs smoothly and flawlessly
• The Getrag 5-speed manual transmission shifts smoothly and precisely
• Bilstein sport suspension fully rebuilt and lowered
• Passed the general inspection in May 2026; next general inspection due in May 2028

History

Ownership History

• Number of owners: 8
• The vehicle has been accident-free under its current owner.

Service History

• 2017 to 2020 – Complete restoration: body, paint, chrome, interior, suspension, engine; additionally, a Getrag 5-speed manual transmission was installed
• 04/2024: New tires installed
• 2025: Last service
• 05/2026: Passed the general inspection
• Investment of 65,000 euros

Documents

• German vehicle registration documents with H license plate
• TÜV report available (Image 132)
• Restoration documentation and invoices (approx. 65,000 EUR)

Summary

For sale is a 1974 BMW 3.0 CSi (E9) in Midnight Blue Metallic with dark red leather interior, first registered on September 16, 1974, in Germany. The vehicle bears the H license plate and underwent a comprehensive, complete restoration between 2017 and 2020, including a full repaint with undercoating, renewal of all chrome trim, a complete interior refurbishment, and replacement of the Bilstein sport suspension. Documented total investment amounts to approximately 65,000 EUR. The 3.0-liter M30 inline-six engine with a Getrag manual transmission runs flawlessly; the vehicle passed its general inspection in May 2026. The vehicle is accident-free, rust-free, and in near-new overall condition.