BMW 2800, 4Spd, 4Dr, 6Cyl, 90K miles, Red, Lthr Int, Runs ... (1970)
Sale price: US $2,650.00 Make an Offer
Oakley, California, United States
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BMW 2800 Real Issues
I don"t have more pictures at the moment, partly because my 2800 is stored 66 miles from where I
live. It is a very good running car, but there are issues to attend to. Read the following: BMW 2800"s REAL issues Now I"m going to dissuade you from buying my car, which I would really like to sell ! But if you know these Flagships of the older BMW fleet, then you"re familiar with the ruggedness of this BMW.
Here goes . . In addition to my Craig"s List description & pictures, these are some issues which will need attention as soon as possible after you take possession. The temporary ignition switch which I wired in works fine to start the engine, and the steering wheel lock portion still works with the included two keys; I lost the single wire for the windshield wipers somewhere up inside the dash wiring that you"ll have to find: The already mentioned weak braking power will be the #1 job to perform to begin driving daily . . the system is complete including both new front calipers, no leaks; no coolant leaks, but the interior heater coil has been capped off in the engine compartment; The engine compartment is all stock and complete, except the factory AC system components have been completely removed from the engine compartment, but the AC blower still works; as does the heater blower; Both spring powered hood hinges have been removed to be able to open the hood further than the hinges allowed; wiper arms are removed, but included; driver"s door window will have to be refastened to it"s regulator; and lastly, the nasty issue of rust on all four door bottoms, and on the left rear "ear", and of all places, one rust hole at the left side rain gutter on the roof above the left rear door window !
Then there"s the faded red malaga paint, old tires(holding air), and cracking wooden steering wheel and a somewhat noisy glasspack muffler( no exhaust leaks).
On the better side, it has a smooth, crisp shifting 4 spd, good engine power, soft to push clutch pedal, effortless power steering, perfect headliner, not bad black leather seats, and a $300 dollar red carpet kit with dash cover. All in nice enough condition.
That"s it. I wonder if I"ve missed remembering something? I used to keep on top of all this, but with age comes some laziness, and then one thing turns into 3, and then more after that. BUT, my 2800 was a daily driver, with no repair issues, when I last parked it for storage.
My BMW 2800 is on Non-Op status, not insured, and cannot be driven off my property until sold and trailered away. But the engine starts right up so you can hear it run. Once these few items have been done, you will have a very nice daily driver that is VERY reliable and easy to repair at home.
No need for smog or fancy BMW mechanics with fancy repair charges ! ! ~~Bob in San Francisco Send me your fone#, and I"ll call you during an afternoon.
I don"t have more pictures at the moment, partly because my 2800 is stored 66 miles from where I
live. It is a very good running car, but there are issues to attend to. Read the following: BMW 2800"s REAL issues Now I"m going to dissuade you from buying my car, which I would really like to sell ! But if you know these Flagships of the older BMW fleet, then you"re familiar with the ruggedness of this BMW.
Here goes . . In addition to my Craig"s List description & pictures, these are some issues which will need attention as soon as possible after you take possession. The temporary ignition switch which I wired in works fine to start the engine, and the steering wheel lock portion still works with the included two keys; I lost the single wire for the windshield wipers somewhere up inside the dash wiring that you"ll have to find: The already mentioned weak braking power will be the #1 job to perform to begin driving daily . . the system is complete including both new front calipers, no leaks; no coolant leaks, but the interior heater coil has been capped off in the engine compartment; The engine compartment is all stock and complete, except the factory AC system components have been completely removed from the engine compartment, but the AC blower still works; as does the heater blower; Both spring powered hood hinges have been removed to be able to open the hood further than the hinges allowed; wiper arms are removed, but included; driver"s door window will have to be refastened to it"s regulator; and lastly, the nasty issue of rust on all four door bottoms, and on the left rear "ear", and of all places, one rust hole at the left side rain gutter on the roof above the left rear door window !
Then there"s the faded red malaga paint, old tires(holding air), and cracking wooden steering wheel and a somewhat noisy glasspack muffler( no exhaust leaks).
On the better side, it has a smooth, crisp shifting 4 spd, good engine power, soft to push clutch pedal, effortless power steering, perfect headliner, not bad black leather seats, and a $300 dollar red carpet kit with dash cover. All in nice enough condition.
That"s it. I wonder if I"ve missed remembering something? I used to keep on top of all this, but with age comes some laziness, and then one thing turns into 3, and then more after that. BUT, my 2800 was a daily driver, with no repair issues, when I last parked it for storage.
My BMW 2800 is on Non-Op status, not insured, and cannot be driven off my property until sold and trailered away. But the engine starts right up so you can hear it run. Once these few items have been done, you will have a very nice daily driver that is VERY reliable and easy to repair at home.
No need for smog or fancy BMW mechanics with fancy repair charges ! ! ~~Bob in San Francisco Send me your fone#, and I"ll call you during an afternoon.