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BMW 501-6 – 1956
ERRATUM : Engine does not start, fuel supply issue.
Luxembourg registration title
Sold without contrôle technique
In 1951, the 501 was the first car manufactured and marketed by BMW after the war: an elegant, statuesque sedan, it was to relaunch the Munich-based firm in the luxury segment| a blend of tradition and modernity, it combined an in-line 6-cylinder engine from the 326 with numerous innovations designed to improve safety.
Despite its high level of comfort, low fuel consumption and flawless reliability, its commercial success was mixed| competing with the 502 with its more modern V8 engine, production ended in 1958.
Our example corresponds to the latest evolution of the 501 | purchased in Germany, it joined the M. E. collection in 2004.
Today, it is in generally good condition. Its bodywork has been repainted in the past in this pastell-grün shade, and its bumpers, trim and various chrome ornaments are very well preserved.
The interior is also in good condition, with a nice patina and a large sunroof.
Under the hood is the 6-cylinder 337/3 in its 2077 cm³ version, developing 72 hp and mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox| our example has passed a roadworthiness test valid from early 2023.
“The first BMW produced after the war”
ERRATUM : Engine does not start, fuel supply issue.
Luxembourg registration title
Sold without contrôle technique
In 1951, the 501 was the first car manufactured and marketed by BMW after the war: an elegant, statuesque sedan, it was to relaunch the Munich-based firm in the luxury segment| a blend of tradition and modernity, it combined an in-line 6-cylinder engine from the 326 with numerous innovations designed to improve safety.
Despite its high level of comfort, low fuel consumption and flawless reliability, its commercial success was mixed| competing with the 502 with its more modern V8 engine, production ended in 1958.
Our example corresponds to the latest evolution of the 501 | purchased in Germany, it joined the M. E. collection in 2004.
Today, it is in generally good condition. Its bodywork has been repainted in the past in this pastell-grün shade, and its bumpers, trim and various chrome ornaments are very well preserved.
The interior is also in good condition, with a nice patina and a large sunroof.
Under the hood is the 6-cylinder 337/3 in its 2077 cm³ version, developing 72 hp and mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox| our example has passed a roadworthiness test valid from early 2023.
“The first BMW produced after the war”