No April fool’s joke, but a classic 1968 vintage: On 1 April 1968, this stunning BMW 1800 was built, to be delivered three weeks later to the Motag company at Zurich, BMW’s exclusive distributor for Switzerland. The 1800 has, according to the previous owner who held it since 2011, been through only three ownerships during all of its 47 years. It is reportedly in an unwelded, unrestored original state.
With its turf green paintwork and grey leatherette interior, the 4-door sedan looks as classy and elegant today as it did nearly half a century ago. This BMW must have been lovingly cared for throughout all of its car life. All chrome parts are shiny, the engine compartment clean, the interior untinkered, albeit not devoid of cracks in the driver’s seat and dashboard. The overall impression is convincing, with just the right pinch of patina. A Classic Data appraisal (condition: 2) testifies to the truly fine state of preservation.
The 66 kW (90 hp) engine runs smooth, the car is said to be mechanically sound, even though technical approval was only valid until 03/2015. The vehicle already has historic plates.
A “New Class” 1800 at its very best. Not new anymore, but all the more class!