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1934 BMW 315/1 Roadster

48482roadGermany
Engine
1.5L straight-six with three side-draft carburettors
Colour
White and black two-tone

A 1934 BMW 315/1 Roadster, one of only 230 examples produced, representing the rarest variant of the 315 line. Powered by the 1.5-litre straight-six fitted with triple side-draft carburettors, the model was built for performance and was widely used in pre-war circuit racing and hillclimbs. Little is known of this car's individual history; since 2017 it has formed part of a museum collection. It is presented in white-and-black livery with red leather trim.

Ownership

  1. Auction sale
    Sold €189,750 (≈ $209K)

    RM Sotheby's catalogue lot →

  2. 2017 →Acquisition unknown
    Consignor
    partial documentation

    Vehicle placed in a museum display setting after acquisition; static exhibition use means mechanical condition is uncertain without inspection.

Competition

No competition history extracted from the catalogue.

Maintenance & restoration

  1. Inspection

    Due to extended period as a static museum exhibit, a thorough mechanical inspection is recommended before the car is returned to active road use.

    No specific work has been carried out; this entry reflects the advised pre-recommissioning check.

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