BMW E3 3.0 (1974)

A 1974 BMW E3 3.0 in Malagarot with a black leather interior is available for sale.

Highlights:

• Manual 5-speed sports transmission (first gear at bottom left)
• In the 1980s, a Bosch employee professionally installed a new 2800 engine. This is registered and has now run less than 10,000 kilometers
• Beautiful patina that authentically reflects the age of the vehicle
• Classic Analytics rating from 04/2019 with a grade of 2
• Restored vehicle
• Completely repainted in the past (except for the passenger compartment)
• Last service in summer 2025
• H license plate

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1974
• First registration: Germany, 08/1974
• Location: 48712 Gescher, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: 4
• Accident-free
• Registered
• H license plate
• TÜV until 10/2027
• Ready to drive

Model history

The BMW E3 marked the brand's return to the luxury class in 1968. As a direct response to Mercedes' S-Class, the model positioned itself with sporty aspirations, powerful inline six-cylinder engines, and comfortable features. The E3 was the predecessor to the later 7 Series and laid the foundation for BMW's success in the luxury segment.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Malaga red
• Interior: black leather upholstery, well-maintained condition with beautiful patina
• Repainted: the car has been completely repainted in the past (except for the passenger compartment)

Engine and transmission:

• 2.8-liter inline six-cylinder with 170 hp (125 kW)
• Manual transmission (5-speed sports transmission)
• Last service: summer 2025

Mileage:

• Mileage: 26,308 km (read)
• Mileage verifiable: partially
• No service history available

Documentation:

• German vehicle documents
• Classic Analytics rating (04/2019, grade 2)
• Entries regarding modifications

Tires, body, and underbody:

• Tires: good tread, but old
• Body: good condition with age-related signs of wear
• Underbody: good condition, no rust-through known
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects:

• Three known small areas of rust: on the hood, trunk lid, and C-pillar
• Hood mount broken, replacement available
• Otherwise, no defects are known
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Summary:

For sale is a 1974 BMW E3 in Malagarot with black leather interior. The vehicle is in its fourth ownership, has never been in an accident, and is currently registered—including valid MOT until October 2027 and H license plate. The E3 was repainted in the past, and a replacement engine (2800) with modifications was professionally installed by a Bosch employee in the 1980s and only put into operation about six years ago. A highlight is the 5-speed sports transmission. A Classic Analytics rating from 2019 certifies the classic car with a condition grade of 2. An interesting vehicle for enthusiasts who appreciate authenticity and history.