Bmw Csl Group 4

The first race car developed by BMW Motorsport from the ground up, the 3.0 CSL was designed to dominate the European Touring Car Championship, earning the nickname "Batmobile" for its distinctive aerodynamics and large rear wing. Beginning with a 1975 BMW 3.0 CS, this E9 was transformed over an 18. From 7/29/2008: This 1973 BMW started as a street CSL and was converted in Germany circa 1973 for Group 4 competition alongside the factory competition models.

It is believed to have been imported to the USA in the early 80's and has had only two owners since then. Find it here at John Starkey Cars out of St. Petersburg, Florida for $155k.

The BMW 3.0 CSL "Batmobile" Group 4 race car is, by far, one of the most iconic BMW models ever produced. Even folks who don't consider themselves BMW enthusiasts can identify them at a glance. 1975 3.0 CSL Group 4 IMSA: Kevin Ladd 1975 BMW 3.0 CSL Group 4 IMSA #2275986 Engine: 3,498cc M49/3 inline six-cylinder, 475 hp @ 8,500 rpm Curb weight: 2,800 lbs.

Build date: 1975 Color: Alpine White with Motorsport stripes Owner: Kevin Ladd (since 2004) Location. The BMW 3.0 CSL Group 4 race car that won the 1975 12 Hours of Sebring wins Best-in-Class at the 2014 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance. The BMW 3.0 CSL Group 2 race car that won the 1973 European Sedan Championship takes second at the Concours.

The CSL also competed in Group 5 Special Production form, winning three rounds of the 1976 World Championship for Makes. In FIA Group 4 spec, driven by Hans Stuck, CSLs competed against racing versions of the Porsche 911 and Ford Capri with some success. 1975 BMW E9 3.0 CSL GROUP 4 TRIBUTE COLLECTIBLE VEHICLE Beginning with a 1975 3.0 CS, this E9 was custom built over the course of 18 years by one of the founding members of the Genesee Valley Chapter of BMW's Car Club of America.

1975 BMW E9 3.0 CSL GROUP 4 TRIBUTE COLLECTIBLE VEHICLE VN:4310322 Beginning with a 1975 3.0 CS, this E9 was custom built over the course of 18 years by one of the founding members of the Genesee Valley Chapter of BMW's Car Club of America. It features some noteworthy performance upgrades including a Hartge H6SP high-compression engine, STAHL headers, a Kugelfischer mechanical fuel injection. The class-winning 3.0 CSL was one of a group of five chassis campaigned by BMW of North America in the 1975 and 1976 IMSA Camel GT Series in Group 4 specifications.

Campaigned under the racing numbers #24 and #25, the CSL enjoyed considerable success winning at Sebring, Riverside, Laguna Seca, Daytona and Talladega in 1975. What you are looking at, is the result of years of craftsmanship and dedication as this is a 1975 BMW 3.0 CSL tribute car with everything meticulously put together to make this as close to a thoroughbred Group 4 race car as possible. Equipped with a 3.5 liter engine composed of original Hartge parts and an authentic, working mechanical fuel injection, this car is yesterday's analog Batmobile.