Historic Race Cars And More

Blaupunkt "Frankfurt" Radio - BMW 2oo2

2012-01-27T21:22:00.000-08:00

By now it is no secret - I like the old stuff and I like quality stuff ("Stuff" is a lousy word but you know what I mean). I can't say how good the Blaupunkt radio's are today, I can say that when they were produced in the 60's/70's and 80's they were as good (better) than any auto radio made (ok, Becker made a pretty good radio, along with Grundig and a few others.....Sony?, Panasonic? .... who?, what?, whatever? haha). This is a favorite site of mine to surf into from time to time (oldautoradio) ... see link below. They sell NOS, refurbished/used classic radios from the 60's/70's/80's. I found this pretty interesting, a Blaupunkt Frankfurt which if I understand correctly made specifically for the BMW 2002 with integral speaker - cool. I may have seen this in a car at some point but don't recall. It is certainly nice to have music in your car, however cutting door panels/doors to mount speakers there or cutting holes in the rear shelf to mount speakers there...no, no, no (IMO) and this arrangement totally solves the problem. Lets face it the cockpit of an o2 is pretty small and unless you are of small stature or are a "kid" not that much room in the back seat. That said, I did make a speed run with four of my college friends to Lake Tahoe in my o2 when I was in college so it can work (front seats way forward and shifting is a challenge). Bottom line, with this application assuming you have a quality speaker probably isn't too bad from a sound standpoint.

Link to OldAutoRadio Website

1973 BMW 2002tii ALPINA A4/s (Hardy & Beck) - Part 1

2012-01-26T16:00:00.000-08:00

Spoke with the owner of this car a year/two ago, can't recall now but I am going to say he sen these to me. Over the years I have made a few references to this car - pretty unique and as about as highly optioned as you can get (ALPINA A4/S motor, 5sp. CR Trans, bla, bla, bla - check the Hardy & Beck Label for all the info I have). Was apparently involved in a small "fire" of some sort that damaged the original ALPINA 'eyebrow' flares/spoiler - unavailable at that time so they were replaced with BMW 2oo2 Turbo flares/spoiler. The car doesn't see the light of day all too often and is kept safely here in the S.F. Bay area (that's all I'm saying....).

Auto Motor und Sport - BMW 2002 AlpinA Article

2012-01-25T15:17:00.000-08:00

One of the lousy things about using 'blogger" as your base is that you can not use "pdf's" for images in any of the posts - you have to convert to "png", 'jpg" or other. I converted this article which is four pages long and apparently didn't save the pdf and now going back to look over the article I can't even read it - worthless. If one of you have this article (and probably one of you sent it to me already once....doh!), could you please send it along to me again. Thank You.

ALPINA B2/B2s Carburettor System (Auction)

2012-01-23T14:42:00.000-08:00

For all my CS/CSL E9 friends out there, nice auction for a ALPINA B2/B2s induction system - German and Enlgish Translations:

Zum Verkauf steht eine original ALPINA B2/B2S Vergaseranlage für BMW M30/M90 6 Zylinder Motoren mit Gutachten. Eingesetzt werden kann die Anlage bei Vergasermotoren ALPINA 3.0 CSL, E9, E24, E12 und E3. Die Leistungssteigerung durch die hier angebotene Anlage beträgt laut ALPINA Unterlagen ca. 25 PS. Mehr Leistung kann über weitergehende Bearbeitung des Zylinderkopfes und des Kurbeltriebs erreicht werden. Datenblatt hierfür ist ebenfall vorhanden.

Zustand gebraucht, muss überholt werden.

Lieferumfang:

1 x Luftsammler

3 x Ansaugbögen

3 x Doppelvergaser

3 x Ansaugbrücke

1 x Luftfilterkasten

1 x Gutachten für Tüv Eintragung

+ diverse Kleinteile

Versand innerhalb der BRD 15 EURO oder an Selbstabholer.

Viel Spaß beim Bieten.

Da es sich um eine Privatkauf handelt, kann ich keine Garantie oder sonsitgen Gewährleistungsansprüche übernehmen.

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For sale is a original ALPINA B2/B2S carb kit for BMW M30/M90 6 cylinder engines as used in famous ALPINA 3.0 CSL, E9, E24, E12 und E3.

This kit boost your engine up to 25 HP. More HP are with extra work on cylinderhead and pistons possible! Datasheet available.

Used, needed to be overhauled

Package contains:

1 x Airbox

3 x induction elbow

3 x carbs

3 x inlet bridge

Foreign bidders ask for individual shipping charges.

Happy Bidding

Link to ALPINA B2/B2s Induction System Auction

BMW M12/7 Racing Engine (Photo Of The Day)

2012-01-22T00:01:00.000-08:00

I think that anyone who has an interest in Motorsport and more specifically "historical" or "vintage" race cars has an appreciate of the design/form/function of the components that comprise those cars (be it BMW, Ferrari, Porsche or other....). As far as I am concerned it doesn't get much better than this - power (up to 315 bhp) and reliability (able to run for 24 hrs at Lemans)......the BMW M12/7 racing engine.

BMW M1 Gr. 4 "Procar" (For Sale)

2012-01-20T14:14:00.000-08:00

It never ceases to amaze me the things that get put up on Ebay for sale. Does anyone remember the Russian Diesel/Electric sub that was put up for sale maybe 10 or so years ago? (As I recall, it was a Russian sub, the details of that are foggy now). My point is there are many things that you "expect" to see being sold - this would not be one of them - a real deal, BMW M1 Gr. 4 Procar. I could provide all sorts of specifications and details on these cars, most are well known or are easily searched out. Bottom line is that these cars are bad-ass, no further discussion necessary. (With a little more than a day and a half left the car is currently at $170,000 USD with 70 Bids.....)

Sellers Description:

***BMW M1 Gr4 Procar 1979***

Raced in 1984/1985
460 Cv and only 1050 Kg
Huge documentation
Rebuilt Engine and good original condition(not restored)
4 extra wheels

Link to BMW M1 Procar Auction

BMW 2002 tii (Values?)

2012-01-19T23:55:00.000-08:00

Since I was old enough to get a driver's license I have owned four (4) BMW's (1969 2002, 1973 2002tii , 1974 BMW 2002tii, BMW-ALPINA Gr.2 Race Car ). It is clear that I very much enjoy the brand and the car. In between those BMW's I have also had a VW Gti, Porsche 911sc and a Mercedes Benz 190e 2.3-16....and a couple of Jeep Cherokee's (company car's). Come to think of it I have owned some damned nice cars. The point of this article is about the value and increasing value of the BMW 2002/tii. Being an early Porsche 911 fan as well, I have seen those cars double, triple and quadruple in value since about 2000. While Steve McQeen's 1970 911s from the movie "LeMans" sold last year for $1,375,000 that is definitely an anomaly, I had an opportunity to purchase a 1973 911s (with 2.7rs spec engine -v.e.r.y. fast) for $22,000 in 2002. The ALPINA Gr. 2 car came about the same time so the decision was easy - purchase something that is "one of one" ....or purchase "one of many" that could be re-purchased at a later date . Granted, those same early 911's are hovering anywhere from $70,000 to $150,000 with RS's being $200-$300,000 in some instances. Back on message. The images above are of a early '74 tii (I know it has round tail lights but unless my understanding is wrong, the car is from 1/74) that is for sale in Germany which has nearly every option available (LSD, 5sp., Factory Alloys, Recaro Sport Seats, Sport Steering Wheel etc., etc.,). The asking price of this car is EUR 32.500,00 or approximately $42,150 USD. It may be that tii's are sold over here in the US "underground" in that price range, but I have to say I don't know that I have ever seen one or even heard of one being sold for that much. Here in the U.S. for a car to get more than $20 it has to be very well sorted and in overall excellent condition. Yes, this one is in a desireable color (inka), has all the options etc., but I have to know and I am hoping my friends in Europe and elsewhere (outside the US) will post a comment up....are these cars really selling for these amounts? I actually found two others that were more (EUR 38.800,00 and EUR 49.990,00 - almost $65,000 USD....), so again I am most curious to see if these cars are selling or if they are just sitting in the dealerships waiting for that unique person to walk through the door that wants a high end 2002tii and is willing to pay top (tip top) dollar for it?????

BMW-ALPINA 320 A1/3

2012-01-19T10:10:00.000-08:00

Surfing around some of my favorite European Car Sales sites I noticed this a while back - BMW-ALPINA 320 A1/3. The A1 motor was essentially a stock motor (cam and pistons) with the addition of Solex 40 Addhe Carburettors and the ALPINA air box/induction system good for about 125hp. Based on your requirement, you could have any of the ALPINA serial engines installed (A1-A4s) and of course select from a littany of ALPINA options from their catalogue. The seller's description is as follows:

BMW-Alpina 320 A1 / 3

06.1977, 91'000 km.

4-cylinder engine 1997 cm3 prepared by Alpina, 125 hp DIN, 2 carburettors Solex 45, 4 speed manual transmission with limited-slip deck, bucket front seats Scheel-mann color Alpina, Alpina Momo sports steering wheel, leather gear shift knob wooden Alpina, Alpina specific instrumentation, chassis sporting Alpina, Bilstein gas shocks, alloy wheels Alpina 13J, spoiler kit front and rear Alpina, Alpina Dekor Set, radio Grundig original service book, complete documentation and history (including purchase invoice from 1977!), one of the first Alpina factory, entirely original in exceptional condition, rare, unique opportunity!

CHF 28'900 (Approx. $31,000 USD)

Many images posted on the seller's website, the link for which is provided below.

Link to Bahman Cars (Switzerland)

BMW 3.5 CSL (For Sale)

2012-01-18T08:57:00.000-08:00

I ran across this the other day on one of the race cars (for sale) websites and since recently I have had a number of posts on CS/CSL's I thought I should put it up. Apparently a real deal CSL that has been converted to a race version with +'76 wheel arch extensions (Gr.2). Sellers Description as follows:

Description:

+ CSL Body, 1972

+ Vin 2202050

+ Including German racing "Wagenpass"

+ Weber Carburated 3.5 liter

+12 Valve Engine

+ Dry sump oil system with catch tank in the rear trunk

+ Uniball Suspension and steering

+ 1 Set of BBS wheel and Tires

+ Gearbox 5 speed, long first gear

+ Sper dif 4.44

+ Brembo brakes

+ All light weight body parts in alu/gfk

+ Fire exten. system

+ Fuel safety tank

+ Ready to race!

+ More pics & info available on request.

+ Selling in order our customer

Link to BMW 3.5 CSL Sales Advert

BMW 3.5 CSL (Video)

2012-01-16T18:02:00.000-08:00

Many thanks to my friend Daniel for sending this along. For some reason I thought this car had a BMW M49 DOHC motor in it, however now it seems to have the SOHC race version. Pretty neat how you are able to see the "guillotine" (slide throttle) open and close as the throttle is engaged (turn the volume down in case your boss is close by........)

BMW 3.0 CSL "Rennversion" (Cut-Away)

2012-01-16T16:02:00.000-08:00

I ran across this the other day, "cut-away" artwork of the BMW 3.0 CSL "Rennversion" circa 1972/1973 with its M52.2 SOHC slide valve fuel injected motor. I really like the color this artist put into the artwork, would be excellent artwork for your garage or other workspace.

ABARTH Exhaust System (NOS, BMW 2002, Ti, Tii)

2012-01-15T09:21:00.000-08:00

It was a pretty tame Christmas this year on the "present" front, I did however pick this item up for myself - I couldn't help myself - a NOS BMW 2002 / Ti / Tii Abarth Exhaust system, consisting of the center resonator portion and rear twin tip muffler, complete with all original stickers (as well as German TUV plates). Heard about them many (many) years ago, but had never seen one ( in photo's or live ). I have to tell you this thing is solid - as far as helping your car on weight - this is not the item, no idea how much center resonator weighs, but it is HEAVY. This will likely be used on a "future" street car project. Below is a snippet of information on Carlo Abarth from Wikipedia.

"Carlo Abarth began his well-known association with Fiat in 1952, building the Abarth 1500 Biposto upon Fiat mechanicals.In the 1960s, Abarth & C. S.r.l was quite successful in hillclimbing and sports car racing, mainly in classes from 850cc up to 2000cc, competing with Porsche 904 and Ferrari Dino. Hans Herrmann was a factory driver from 1962 until 1965, winning the 500km Nürburgring in 1963 with Teddy Pilette Later, Johann Abt was promised by Carlo Abarth that he could drive a factory car for free if he won all the races he entered—which Abt nearly did, winning 29 of 30, the 30th being in second. Along with its racing cars, Abarth produced high-performance exhaust pipes. Later, Abarth diversified in producing various tuning kits for road vehicles, mainly for Fiat. While there were many competitors in this segment, such as Giannini, Abarth has largely dominated the Italian tuning market since the sixties. Abarth was also associated in producing sports or racing cars with Porsche and Simca. Abarth was sold to Fiat on July 31, 1971, and the racing team sold to Enzo Osella. Abarth became the racing department of Fiat, managed by famed engine designer Aurelio Lampredi.

BMW CS (E9) Triple Carburettor Manifold (Auction)

2012-01-13T23:55:00.000-08:00

Interesting item perhaps for my CS/E9 friends. Doesn't appear to be exhorbitantly expensive (at the moment) and something that you don't see come available all that often. Check on Shipping to wherever you are located.

Link to BMW CS (E9) Triple Carburettor Manifold Auction

Schnitzer 20-4 Race Engine Auction (Thank you from my Wife)

2012-01-13T08:04:00.000-08:00

First, thanks to those of you who emailed me and alerted me to this auction - missed this one. I had decided at some point in my sleep last night that I was going to take a run at this one - the auction was ended early sometime in the last hour. Not surprising, I did the same thing when I sold my NOS Schnitzer head kit - I had a number that I wanted to get, someone offered me that number (which turned out to be a friend - so even better), ended the auction and in the box and off to Europe for someone else to enjoy. I say my wife is happy because she would have been, well, probably a little "pissy" knowing I purchased (another) engine. Based on what I can see its all there (excluding an exhaust header). This could be used either in an F2 car or a touring car (BMW 2002) although the dry sump oil pan and slide throttle intake are designed to have the engine run vertically (not canted as in a production 2002). Special magnesium lower timing cover and water pump arrangement, Schnitzer 2-stage mini-pump, Borg/Beck race clutch, lightened flywheel etc., its all there. One of the redeeming factors of all the parts is the cylinder head - this one hasn't been cut too many times - you can see how much material remains under the "SCHNITZER" in the image above. I did a post on this a while back. Check under lables for Schnitzer Engines. Very (very) rare that you see a complete engine come available like this, the seller noted minor damage to a valve guide/valve - didn't sound like anything that wasn't fixable. Below is the link to what was the auction.

Link to Schnitzer 20-4 Engine Auction

ALPINA Steering Wheels

2012-01-11T10:04:00.000-08:00

Genuine ALPINA Steering Wheel

Immitation ALPINA Steering Wheel

It is irritates me to see this stuff. Seriously, having been ripped off myself more than once on Ebay it drives me crazy sometimes when I see people blatantly pushing (selling or trying to sell) knock-off's as genuine articles. I have posted more ALPINA steering wheel pictures and auctions than probably anyone else anywhere else (not sure that is the greatest bragging right). At any rate, the top three images are of a genuine 38cm ALPINA 3-spoke steering wheel. It isn't complicated. The "ALPINA" font used in the engraving is consistent with what was produced in this period, and the "MoMo - Made in Italy is on the back side of the spoke. These early wheels also had painted spokes as opposed to the black anodized spokes which is the finish on the modern MoMo wheels.The bottom three (3) images are of a so-called "uber rare" (knock-off) being sold as the genuine article. The images are pretty poor, however it appears to be a 35cm MoMo 3-spoke wheel that has been engraved with "ALPINA" and given an ALPINA horn button. The following is the link to the genuine 38cm wheel - I won't bother with the imitation. Most of the time I ignore stuff like this, however this is the 2nd one I have seen being sold by the same seller and if memory serves me right someone threw done some $$$ for the first one. Buyer always beware.

Link to Genuine ALPINA 3-Spoke Steering Wheel Auction

Ronal 3-Piece Racing Wheel Center (Auction) - Part 2

2012-01-11T04:30:00.000-08:00

Yet another 4x100mm design wheel center from Ronal. The seller suggested that this was for an Opel or VW (our good luck that they also used 4x100mm bolt pattern). Not sure of the back set on the wheel center (not specified by the seller) but I am sure that this could be made to work on a BMW 02. A little different from the other Ronal 3-Piece wheel I posted, reminds me more of the 3-Piece centers once sold by GS-Tuning. Both this and the other wheel center are really attractive I think and would look really nice on a 2002. The pair of these ended up selling for EUR 112- and some change (again, a pretty good deal I think).

Ronal 3-Piece Racing Wheel Centers

2012-01-10T09:58:00.000-08:00

I had been watching this auction for a few days and then opted to not bid. This is a 70's period Ronal wheel center with a 4x100 bolt pattern (their were two centers offered in the auction). Very similar in style with the "x-laced" pattern to the BBS E-30 wheel center, with the main exception being the bolt area which in my opinion is better looking than the BBS. The pair of these ended up selling for EUR 156,09 with 12 bidders (a pretty good deal I think for someone). Ronal of course was subcontracted by ALPINA for a number of years to cast their once piece wheels - 13", 14", 15" (not sure if they still are or not).

2012 ..... and future posting......

2012-01-09T14:34:00.000-08:00

The last few weeks I have been really busy with work, family and trying (very hard) to get some work done on the ALPINA car. Although 2012 just ticked over, 2013 isn't too far off (time goes by really fast for us older folks....haha) and rumour has it that BMW is going to be the featured marque at Monterey in 2013. The last time BMW was the featured marque at Monterey (Historic Races) it was 1996 as I recall, so in the event that the rumours are true I want to have the ALPINA car done and ready to go for that event. In 2011, I created three hundred three (303) posts, which is really pretty crazy - alot of work - I felt compelled to try and post something every day or every other day and I nearly accomplished that. While I had a few more "Pictures Of The Day" posts (my admitted cop-out for making easy posts when I am out of time) than I would have liked, for the most part I feel that the quality of the content remained at a fairly high level. Since I know now that I can not keep that same pace for a variety of reasons, my goal is to keep the quality of information (including images) at the highest level possible and make a post once weekly (sometimes there will be more, sometimes less) and not be so concerned with quantity. I still have vast amounts of material on a variety of different subjects that I am anxious to write on (TiSA, 320 Gr. 5, M1, F2, etc., and of couse the ALPINA Gr. 2 car). As always, if there is anything in particular you are interested in, drop me a not and I will endeavor to weave it into the format here somehow. As always, I am always interested in 3d party posts that are relevant to the subject matter here. Looking forward to a great 2012.

For Sale - Heidegger BMW M12/7 "Trumpet" Plugs

2012-01-07T14:11:00.000-08:00

I acquired these a number of years ago from a fellow in the Southern U.S. who was running (or owned) a March 782 F2 car that had a Heidegger prepared BMW M12/7 engine - apparently when he bought the engine from Heidegger they sent it along with this set of Trumpet Plugs (keeps the bad stuff, dirt, debris etc., out of your very expensive intake when the car isn't in use). They are pretty cool I have to say for what they are. The Heidegger logo on the top of the cap is covered by a clear piece of acrylic (plastic). Each of the four plugs have now developed a crack in the plastic so they aren't perfect but still nice (and rare as well). $150.00 US + Shipping costs to wherever you are. First to post up in "comments" is first in line to purchase them.

1970 BMW ALPINA Gr. 2 - 2002

2012-01-06T08:18:00.000-08:00

Currently prepared to Group 2 spec, this 1970 car competed in Group 1 spec in the 1970 Rally Baltic and the 1971 Rally Monte Carlo with driver Johan Johannessen. In November 1971 it was returned to importer BMW Norway and sold as a street car in 1972. Subsequently used as a race car. Complete with FIA papers dated 22/07/05, when fitted with race engine on injection. Alpina A2S engine. 165 hp, 300 degree camshaft and 45 Webers. 4 speed Getrag type 232 gearbox4.37:1 final drive, with LSD, 40 litre fuel cell, 256 mm turbo front discs, 230 mm rear drums, Bilsteins all round, H&R front springs/Intrax rear reinforced rear trailing arms, Alpina high ratio rack, BBS 8.5 x 13 split rims, complete Alpina body kit with fibreglass wings, bonnet and boot, Alpina doors, Perspex sidescreens Ideal for Historic Monte/Tour de France. This car was offered up for sale some time ago, not sure where it ended up and or how much it ended up selling for. Let me know if you have any information on it.

Photo Of The Day (Schnitzer BMW 3.5 CSL Race Car)

2012-01-03T13:07:00.000-08:00

Albrecht Krebs in his "Rodenstock" liveried Schnitzer 3.5 CSL

BMW 2oo2 Werks "TiK" (Turbo) M10 Engine

2011-12-30T09:59:00.000-08:00

A quality image of BMW's werks 2002 "TiK" ["kompressor"] Turbo M10 engine. According to Jeremy Walton's appendix in his book "Unbeatable BMW" (1st ed.), 89mm bore x 80mm stroke, 270/280Bhp at 7200 RPM, 155mph (250kph), utilized in Gr.5 racing 1969. These cars with this engine were very fast, although the engines didn't have a particularly good reputation for their longevity.

BMW 3.5 CSL M49 Engine (Diorama) Auction

2011-12-30T00:49:00.000-08:00

This caught my eye right away, perfect for your desktop. BMW 3.5 CSL (M49) engine with exhaust on a couple of scale wooden "pallets". There have been a few of these (BMW related) Diaorama's set up at acution recently very nicely done - this would be another one of those.

Link to BMW 3.5 CSL M49 Diorama - Motor Auction

BMW M1 (Video)

2011-12-29T09:59:00.000-08:00

I ran across this video a while back and have been meaning to put it up. Some great images of the racing version of the M1 mixed in with some great video and images of the street version which we all know is legendary. It's worth 5 minutes of your time to check out I think. Enjoy.

SCHNITZER (Type 20-4 Aspirated Motor - F2 Style)

2011-12-28T10:29:00.000-08:00

A good look at the magnesium oil pan for the vertically mounted SCHNITZER 20,4 motor. This pan was completely different than the one they cast for the canted motor. You will notice the various connections going in and out for the Dry Sump System. Just above where the pan fastens to the block you can just see the dry sump pump and drive gear.

Looking down at the slide throttle. This was the same manifold as used in F2 cars as the motor was mounted straight up and down.

This had to be one really "tired" motor based on the way it looks. You will note here bottom right the dry sump pump (hoses coming out and drive gear) and to the left is the water pump. These "F2" style motors utilized the SCHNITZER lower timing cover which was cast in magnesium and had special provision for a 6 cylinder type water pump. Top right is additional breathing added for the cylinder head/engine, top right is the mechanical tachometer drive driven off the intake cam.

Dry sump motors usually had the valve cover without the oil cap - don't need one when you have a dry sump system as any oil added would be done through the dry sump oil tank mounted in the rear. My ALPINA car for whatever reason has the oil cap - could be they started with a wet sump system (or maybe that is just what the cylinder head came with). These are some of the before images of Sam's Grp. 5 car/engine, the car and the engine are all done now...and it is a thing of beaurty I will say. Generally speaking, this is what you would expect when you get something "used", on the positive side it was all there and nothing to my knowledge was wrecked.