BMW 320 Baur TC | 1976

BMW 320 Baur TC | 1976

Highlights:

– 2.0-litre six-cylinder petrol engine, manual transmission

– Rare Baur Targa Cabriolet (TC) conversion

– More than 40 years in current ownership

– Valid inspection

The seller offers for sale this 1976 BMW 320 Baur TC, powered by a 2.0-litre six-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a manual transmission. This example has been in the possession of the current owner for more than 40 years, a remarkable period of custodianship that speaks to the affection this car inspires. The sale comes about purely for personal reasons, as the owner now finds it difficult to get in and out of the car due to his age. The car comes with a valid inspection and presents in good condition, ready to reward its next keeper with the same open-air enjoyment it has provided for four decades.

The Baur TC occupies a fascinating niche in BMW history. When BMW introduced the first 3 Series, the E21, in 1975, no factory cabriolet was offered. The renowned coachbuilder Karosserie Baur of Stuttgart stepped in with its Targa Cabriolet conversion, combining a removable roof panel above the front seats with a folding rear hood, all within a fixed rollover hoop. This clever arrangement preserved the body’s rigidity and safety while offering genuine open-air motoring in multiple configurations. Baur conversions were sold and serviced through BMW dealerships, and only a limited number were built, making them a rare and distinctive sight today.

The 320 pairs this special bodywork with BMW’s smooth and willing powerplant, delivering the responsive, driver-focused character that made the first 3 Series such a success. For collectors, a Baur TC represents an intriguing alternative to the standard E21: rarer, more versatile and with a coachbuilt story to tell. Long-term single ownership, as with this example, only adds to the appeal. This is a charming opportunity to acquire a distinctive piece of BMW and coachbuilding history.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Condition of the interior

3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.

Technical condition

4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

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This car is currently located in: South Holland province, the Netherlands.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

The car has a Netherlands registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.

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