1957→1959 BMW 507 Series II

In 1957 BMW revised their flagship 507 to include more rear cabin space and changed minor details to refine the model.

To increase space behind the rear wheels, BMW removed the valence and reduced the size of the fuel tank from 120 to 65 liters.

Compression was increased to 7.8:1 which increased power from 140 to 150bhp at 5000 rpm.

In Detail

submitted by	Richard Owen
type	Series Production Car
production years	1957 – 1959
built at	Munich, Germany
price $	$ 8,988
engine	90° V8
position	Front, Longitudinal
aspiration	Natural
block material	Aluminum Alloy
valvetrain	OHV 2 Valves / Cyl
displacement	3160 cc / 192.8 in³
bore	82.0 mm / 3.23 in
stroke	75.0 mm / 2.95 in
compression	7.8:1
power	111.9 kw / 150 bhp @ 5000 rpm
specific output	47.47 bhp per litre
bhp/weight	117.19 bhp per tonne
torque	222.0 nm / 163.7 ft lbs @ 4000 rpm
body / frame	Aluminum & Tubular Steel over Steel Frame
driven wheels	RWD
wheel type	Metal Discs or Optional Ridge
front brakes	Discs
rear brakes	Drums
f suspension	Double Wishbones w/Coil Springs
r suspension	Rigid Axle w/Coil Springs
curb weight	1280 kg / 2822 lbs
wheelbase	2400 mm / 94.5 in
front track	1445 mm / 56.9 in
rear track	1425 mm / 56.1 in
length	4380 mm / 172.4 in
width	1650 mm / 65.0 in
height	1300 mm / 51.2 in
transmission	4-Speed Manual
tran clutch	Single Plate Dry
top speed	~200 kph / 124.3 mph
0 – 60 mph	~8.8 seconds
0 – 1/4 mile	~16.5 seconds
fuel capacity	65 litres or 17.16 gal.

Auction Sales History

1959 BMW 507 Series II 70244 – sold for $1,815,000 A Very Late Series II Example. Outfitted with Front Disc Brakes and Rudge Wheels. Sale Includes a Factory BMW Hardtop. Stunningly Presented in White with Black Leather. A Well-Prepared Example of the Iconic BMW 507.

Auction Source: The Scottsdale Auctions 2015 by Gooding & Company

1958 BMW 507 Series II 70157 – sold for $1,925,000 Perfectly Outftted with Disc Brakes, Rudge Wheels, a Five-Speed. Gearbox and a Hardtop. Expertly Restored by UK’s Noted TT Workshops. Stunningly Presented in Midnight Blue with Dark Red Leather. Veteran of High-Level Concours and Driving Events. An Exceptionally Pure and Correct 507. A Well-Known and Highly Regarded Example.
Auction Source: 2014 Pebble Beach Auctions by Gooding & Company

1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster 70156 – sold for $2,420,000 Offered from the Pray Collection. Two owners from new; single ownership since 1972. Offered with original engine, number 40167, verified by BMW Classic. Factory Rudge wheels, a Becker Mexico radio, and a factory hardtop. Impeccable purity and provenance.
Auction Source: Amelia Island 2014 by RM Auctions

1958 BMW 507 Series II 70134 – sold for $1,815,000 Among the Most Desirable European Sports Cars of the 1950s. One of Only 252 Examples Ever Built. Highly Sought-After Series II Model. Elegant White over Blue Color Scheme. Very Original, Matching-Numbers Example. Single-Family Ownership for Almost 30 Years. Featured on the Cover of Roundel Magazine. Offered with Original Workshop Manual, Service Records, and History File. Eligible for the Best. International Events Including the Mille Miglia.
Auction Source: The Amelia Island Auction by Gooding & Company
1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster 70180 – sold for $1,650,000

1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster Chassis no. 70180 Engine no. 40188 Body no. 1179. Offered here is a desirable Series II variant with increased engine output and a little additional space behind the seats, offering those taller drivers a more comfortable seating position. It has been beautifully restored in striking Silver with contrasting handsome Green leather upholstery, making it an elegant, period-correct, and beautifully subtle alternative to the sea of white 507s more often offered.

Auction Source: RM’s Art of the Automobile

1958 BMW 507 70183 – sold for $962,500 Refined Series II Example. Beautifully Presented Throughout. Nearly 30 Years in a Prestigious Private Collection. One of the Most Desirable European Sports Cars Built. One of Only 252 507s Produced.
Auction Source: 2012 Scottsdale Auction by Gooding & Company

1958 BMW 507 Roadster 70192 – sold for $1,072,500 Offered from the Lyon Family Collection. Formerly owned by “Bond Girl” Ursula Andress. Believed to have been gifted to Andress by Elvis Presley. One of only 253 examples built.
Auction Source: 2011 Monterey Auction by RM

1957 BMW 507 70048 – sold for €728,000 From the highly-respected Panini Collection. An extremely original Series II example, with its original hardtop. Delivered new to Zurich; believed only three owners from new. Well documented, with long-term single ownership. One of only 251 examples built.
Auction Source: RM 2011 Villa d’Este Auction