This 1970 BMW 2000 Neue Klasse has undergone a partial restoration and is fitted with a 2.0L M10 tii engine and a 5-speed transmission from an E21. The car shows a believed original 96K chassis miles and the seller has performed numerous mechanical and cosmetic upgrades over his 5-year ownership to create an attractive, quick, and sorted driver. The engine has has been fully resealed with a new oil pan gasket, front and rear crank seals, intake manifold gaskets, new timing belt, and Pertronix ignition. A repaint, interior upholstery work, and BBS wheels round out this build. The car is located in Las Vegas and is sold with a clean Colorado title.

Anthrazitgrau Metallic contrasts nicely with the bright-work. Applied in 2013, the paint still exhibits a deep shine. A new windshield has been installed along with new front and rear window gaskets.

Following the repaint, the belt-line trim was professionally polished. The remaining trim, grilles, bumpers, and aluminum lock strips are original and in good condition according to the seller.

Staggered 15″ cross-spoke BBS wheels are wrapped in new BF Goodrich rubber. The fenders have been rolled to avoid rubbing. The stock wheels are also included in the sale.

Inside, the interior is a mix of original and re-done pieces. The front and rear seats have been reupholstered and are said to be quite comfortable. The original carpets have been replaced with an NK carpet kit, while the original headliner is still in place with some flaws as detailed in the gallery below. Door, trunk, and side window seals are original but a bit tired according to the seller.

The dashpad exhibits some cracking, but the wood fascia and steering wheel have been restored. Hardwood on the door panels are new, custom-made pieces crafted by the seller. The new pieces are protected by several layers of clear poly top-coat and are said to have a very smooth finish. The heater and fresh-air vent controls are functional and the heater blows hot. The ignition switch is new and a manual cold start valve switch has been added in the original choke location.

All instrumentation, switches, and warning lights are said to functional. The center tachometer was custom made to fit in place of the original clock.

Purchased without an engine or transmission, the seller selected a strong-running M10 engine for this project. In addition to the reseal, the engine received a Pertronix electronic ignition, new coil, rotor, and cap, as well as a new fan blade and belt. The K-pump timing belt, tension spring, return spring, and oil feed hose are also new. The K-pump and fuel injectors were serviced and flow tested before installation, and the new linkage rods and warm-up regulator have also been adjusted. A rebuilt radiator, new water pump, thermostat, and all new hoses and clamps help the car run cool in the Nevada desert according to the seller.

The underside has remained dry with the spare wheel-well, rockers, floors, and sills all retaining their original metal. The E21 5-speed transmission is said to shift smoothly and is free of grinding synchros. The shifter nylon cups and rubber bushings were all replaced for the conversion and the engine was fitted with a resurfaced flywheel and new clutch kit. The driveshaft and both rear axle shafts have been rebuilt. The flex disc, carrier bearing, transmission mounts, engine mounts, clutch slave, clutch master and speedometer cable are all new.

The fuel tank was boiled and fitted with a new E30 318is in-tank fuel pump and all new fuel filters and lines. A new exhaust down pipe, center pipe, and tail pipe were fitted to the original muffler and installed with new factory rubber hangers. The suspension features new upper strut mounts, ball joints, and radius rod bushings. The brake system has a new master cylinder and all new brake lines. The front wheel bearings are new, and the front hubs are fitted with long thread wheel studs, while the rear hubs are fitted with long wheel studs. The steering system has a new centerlink, idler arm bushings, and tie rod ends.

The trunk has been fitted with new trunk boards wrapped in new vinyl, though the plastic fender liners are original pieces. The trunk carpet mat, original steel spare, and jack with lug wrench are included. Like the Neue Klasse philosophy of combining Sport and Luxury, this car represents a compelling mix of mechanical and aesthetic upgrades.