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BMW Large Saloon Models (1968-1977)
BMW 2500
In November 1968, production of the big BMW six-cylinder saloons started up. This set new benchmarks with increased driving performance, higher
levels of comfort and maximum safety. The BMW 2500 was then considered the entry-level model to the BMW top range class. With a price tag below
DM 16,000, it offered 150 bhp, a suspension with a sporty touch and disc brakes allround. It became the most successful representative of the new model Series.
General Data
Model Year.................................1968 - 1977
No. of Units................................92,415
Price.........................................DM 15,485
Technical Data
Type of Engine............................Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm...........................2494
Power Output..............................110 kW/150 bhp at 6000 rpm
Max.Speed.................................190 km/h
Dimensions.................................4700x1750x1450
Empty Weight (kg).......................1300
BMW 2800
In November 1968, production of the big BMW six-cylinder saloons started up with the BMW 2500. This set new benchmarks with increased driving
performance, higher levels of comfort and maximum safety. From February 1969, another model in the Series of big BMW six-cylinders rolled off the
production line. This saloon was luxuriously equipped. Nivomat shock absorbers, a limited-slip differential and a heated rear window were part of the standard equipment for this car.
General Data
Model Year.................................1969 - 1974
No. of Units................................40,160
Price.........................................DM 17,250
Technical Data
Type of Engine............................Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm...........................2788
Power Output..............................125 kW/170 bhp at 6000 rpm
Max.Speed.................................200 km/h
Dimensions.................................4700x1750x1450
Empty Weight (kg).......................1360
BMW 2.8 L
In January 1975, the 2.8 litre six-cylinder saloon was launched on the market with a long-wheelbase under the designation BMW 2.8 L. A low volume
of units of 5,036 had been built by February 1977.
General Data
Model Year.................................1975 - 1977
No. of Units................................5,036
Price..........................................DM 25,980
Technical Data
Type of Engine............................Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm...........................2788
Power Output..............................125 kW/170 bhp at 6000 rpm
Max.Speed.................................195 km/h
Dimensions..................................4800x1750x1450
Empty Weight (kg).......................1440
BMW 3.0 L
In January 1975, the 3.0 litre six-cylinder saloon was launched with a long wheelbase under the designation BMW 3.0 L. Only a few units had been
built by February 1977.
General Data
Model Year.................................1975 - 1977
No. of Units................................6,565
Price.........................................DM 28,920
Technical Data
Type of Engine............................Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm...........................2985
Power Output..............................132 kW/180 PS at 6000 rpm
Max.Speed.................................200 km/h
Dimensions.................................4800x1750x1450
Empty Weight (kg).......................1470
BMW 3.3 L
The BMW 3.3 L was the flagship of the big BMW model series. It had a long wheelbase, similar to the long versions 2.8 L and 3.0 L, and extensive
standard accessories, enabling the car to offer maximum comfort. Automatic gearbox and radio were standard, as well as the new BMW safety steering wheel.
General Data
Model Year.................................1974 - 1976
No. of Units................................1,622
Price.........................................DM 35,600
Technical Data
Type of Engine............................Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm...........................3295
Power Output..............................140 kW/190 bhp at 5500 rpm
Max.Speed.................................205 km/h
Dimensions.................................4800x1750x1450
Empty Weight (kg).......................1520
BMW 3.3 Li
The model range of the new big BMW E3 Series was quickly expanded upwards. 1971 saw the launch of the first saloons with three- litre engines; in
1973, a new luxury version, the BMW 3.3 L, was launched with a wheelbase that was 10 cm longer and a 3.3 litre engine. From 1976, this version
was also available with a 197 bhp injection engine as the BMW 3.3 Li. The most expensive BMW (DM 43,000) at the time offered an exciting combination of sporty driving performance and comfort from the luxury class.
General Data
Model Year.................................1975 - 1977
No. of Units................................1,401
Price.........................................DM 42,960
Technical Data
Type of Engine............................Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm...........................3210
Power Output..............................147 kW/200 bhp at 5500 rpm
Max.Speed.................................205 km/h
Dimensions.................................4800x1750x1450
Empty Weight (kg).......................1520
BMW 3.0 S
The three-litre model BMW 3.0 S was launched as the top model of the big six-cylinders in May 1971, followed by the BMW 3.0 Si as the injection
version in September of the same year. The chassis and bodywork were the same as the BMW 2500/2800. These models were also available with an automatic gearbox on request.
General Data
Model Year.................................1971 - 1977
No. of Units................................51,544
Price.........................................DM 19,800
Technical Data
Type of Engine............................Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm...........................2985
Power Output..............................132 kW/180 bhp at 6000 rpm
Max.Speed.................................205 km/h
Dimensions.................................4700x1750x1450
Empty Weight (kg).......................1420
BMW 3.0 Si
The three-litre model BMW 3.0 S was launched as the top model of the big six-cylinders in May 1971, followed by the BMW 3.0 Si as the injection
version in September of the same year. The chassis and bodywork were the same as the BMW 2500/2800. These models were also available with an automatic gearbox on request.
General Data
Model Year.................................1971 - 1977
No. of Units................................22,310
Price.........................................DM 22,690
Technical Data
Type of Engine............................Six-cylinder in-line engine
capacity in ccm...........................2985
Power Output..............................147kW/200 bhp at 5500 rpm
Max.Speed.................................211 km/h
Dimensions..................................4700x1750x1450
Empty Weight (kg).......................1440
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