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    Bmw E3

    The BMW New Sixes were a line of luxury six-cylinder automobiles produced from 1968 to 1977. The series was introduced as a response to the Mercedes-Benz-dominated large luxury car class and was very important in establishing BMW's reputation as a maker of sporting, luxury sedans. A two-door coupé version was produced alongside. The sedans have the internal name E3, while the coupés are E9.

    Models were given names denoting their engine sizes, and suffixes to indicate the long-wheelbase (L) and fuel injection (i) available on later cars. The coupés were all named CS, followed by i (for fuel injection models) or L (for light-weight models, which also had fuel injection and higher power).

    2500/2.5, 2.5CS (2478 cc, 150 PS)
    2800/2.8, 2800CS (2769cc, 170 PS)
    3.0S, 3.0CS (2966cc, 180 PS using twin Zenith 35/40 INAT carburetors)
    3.0Si, 3.0Li, 3.0CSi (2966cc, 200 or 195 PS, depending whether Bosch D-Jetronic or L-Jetronic was installed)
    3.3Li (3188cc, 200PS)
    The 2500 and 2800 sedans were sold in the USA as the Bavaria, a name which some enthusiasts apply to the whole range. The New Sixes are the direct ancestors of the now-familiar 7-Series.

    They were roomy 6-cylinder cars that handled well and impressed contemporary reviewers. Road & Track called the Bavaria "delightful" and "superb", concluding that it was "one of the world's best buys". The big-bore 3.0S was introduced in 1971. It was more powerful and expensive than the 2800; a fuel-injected version was also made. Also produced were long-wheelbase L models (3.0L, 3.3Li, etc.), whose sharp handling was a stark contrast to the large Mercedes-Benz models of the time.

    From the several cars my father owned, none was ever as missed as his 2800.
    We loved that car. I hope I can buy one someday.
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    Another write up, this time from Henk4 also with important information.

    In 1968 BMW launched its all new six cylinder limousine, in an effort to meet the Mercedes S-Class head on. The car was a bit smaller than the S, but the engine proved to be the jewel in the crown. Based on the four cylinder from the “Neue Klasse” the 2500 and 2800 cc versions stood out because of their turbine like spinning which has ramined a characteristic of all BMW in-line sixes produced up to today. In terms of comfort and interior space, the cars were no match against the Benzes, but the engine proved to be so attractive that the car created its own market position, aiming at those drivers that liked fun behind the wheel, even in a bigger car.

    Initially the 2500 and 2800 were offered, in 1971 a 3.0 S and Si version were also available. The intention to compete with Mercedes was made even more clear when the 3.3L version appeared, with a 10 cm longer wheelbase. The final version of the 3.3 L, with injection engine cost about the same as the competing 450 SE. Production ran until 1977 and finally over 250,000 left the factory.


    It took quite a long time before people started to realise the value of these cars, and many have felt victim to rust, and good examples are now difficult to come by.
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    Post 2 Pic 2 - nice picture.

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    Is this the 3-series ancestor?

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    Quote Originally Posted by NSXType-R
    Is this the 3-series ancestor?
    no the first of the sevens. And the most beautiful they ever came up with

    Shown are a standard 2500 and a 3.0 Si, both cars shown at the Technoclassica in Essen
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    Yeah, it doesn't look so bad. No Bangle styling.

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    Quote Originally Posted by NSXType-R
    Yeah, it doesn't look so bad. No Bangle styling.
    with a well proportioned glass house in relating to the doors. Not like the tanks they build today
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    BMW's have always been nicely styled vehicles. no matter what. even today.
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    Quote Originally Posted by coolieman1220
    BMW's have always been nicely styled vehicles. no matter what. even today.
    Today, BMW's styling is overlooked by fans of the mark as they are such wonderful cars. You've got to admit that the older cars had an aesthetic appeal that's just not present in most cars today.
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    well yeah but like the 90's generation had an agressive sexy look to them. like they frowned and if u messed with them they'd put you in its place with the angel eye on the headlights. i agree they did look better. today they retain the same look but arn't as agressive
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    Quote Originally Posted by coolieman1220
    well yeah but like the 90's generation had an agressive sexy look to them. like they frowned and if u messed with them they'd put you in its place with the angel eye on the headlights. i agree they did look better. today they retain the same look but arn't as agressive
    I know exactly what you mean about the aggressive look. To me the lidded-hawks-eye-glare-look was diluted by the nineties. This is my fav:
    http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...=3&carnum=2405
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    Wow, that does look good...

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    my uncle had one of those M6's. but well that look can't hold the test of time and aerodynamics. i think now BMW is going for the high fenders low hood slope for stability. it makes sense. but still i love BMW's. i always will. c'mon new M6 is even better
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    Quote Originally Posted by PerfAdv
    I know exactly what you mean about the aggressive look. To me the lidded-hawks-eye-glare-look was diluted by the nineties. This is my fav:
    http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame...=3&carnum=2405
    yeah I still ove the look of that car. One of the most aggresive shapes.
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    Quote Originally Posted by smxi
    Post 2 Pic 2 - nice picture.
    Agree. Those ppl in the back are so overweight............
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