Highlights

Extremely rare; one of two known right-hand drive Luxus saloons in the UK
Comprehensive mechanical rebuild using genuine BMW parts
Fully reupholstered interior in period-correct materials
Extensive history file with documentation and photos

The Appeal

If ever a car deserves greater recognition, it's the BMW 700. It was the Munich manufacturer's very first monocoque car, and strong sales topped up the coffers at a time when BMW was on the verge of financial ruin. This model played a crucial role in BMW's survival during the late 1950s, paving the way for future successes like the Neue Klasse and the 2002 Series. As if saving the company wasn't enough of an achievement in itself, the 700 also went on to excel in motorsport, spawning the highly competitive 700RS variant. A mightily important car then - and one most BMW fans have sadly never heard of.

We're excited to bring to market this ultra-rare right-hand drive BMW 700 Luxus LS - one of just two examples known to exist in the UK today. The BMW is reported to have been rebuilt during the late '80s, using rare genuine BMW parts. It then underwent a mechanical rebuild and repaint in the '90s and was subsequently reupholstered in 2018.

The vendor has owned the 700 since 2017 and has kept it garaged. It comes with a large quantity of historic paperwork and photographs. The car was last serviced in December 2023 at an indicated 4,260 km, which included adjusting the brakes and replacing the engine oil, oil filter, air filter, and gearbox oil.

The vendor remarks:

"It attracts a lot of attention; most people comment they have never seen one before and find it a charming small saloon car from the late '50s & early '60s."

The History and Paperwork

UK market RHD example
Eight former registered keepers recorded by the DVLA
Extremely rare; one of possibly two Luxus right-hand drive saloons in the UK according to the vendor
4,450 kilometres indicated (unwarranted)
Purchased by the vendor in 2017
Last serviced in December 2023 at an indicated 4,260 kilometres
Extensive historical paperwork and photos included
Exempt from MOT testing, road tax, and congestion charges

The Condition

Garage-stored throughout current ownership
Undersealed and treated with Lanoguard anti-corrosion protection
Repainted in the late 1990s; now exhibiting some minor age-related blemishes
The bodywork continues to present very well overall, with no notable signs of deterioration visible or reported
Fully reupholstered in period vinyl and cloth in 2018; the cabin continues to present impeccably

The Mechanics

697cc air-cooled horizontally-opposed boxer twin
Four-speed manual gearbox
Standard mechanical condition with no work required according to the vendor
We're informed that the BMW is very comfortable to drive, coping well with modern traffic with an 80 mph top speed
Recently serviced and reportedly ready to enjoy

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