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BMW 3.0 CSi

1971–1975

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  • Lowest price

    US$121,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$121,000

    Since 2020 · n=1

  • Highest price

    US$121,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    1

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 1 lots

BMW 3.0 CSi

Based on 1 verified auction result

No signal yet

US$51,255

Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

Collectibility

7/10

Highly Collectible

3-Year Forecast

Not enough sales data

5-Year Forecast

Not enough sales data

Estimates pool 3 verified sales across United States, Australia, United Kingdom — cross-market prices FX-adjusted at Jul 2026 rates.

Market scores

38

Desirability

Illiquid

10

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The BMW 3.0 CSi sits at a median asking price of $51,255 in the current US market, though the limited transaction sample makes year-over-year trend analysis unreliable. With only one tracked sale over the past twelve months, price movements are difficult to assess with statistical confidence.

The 3.0 CSi remains classified as an appreciating classic, reflecting its standing as a fundamentally sound collectible despite modest market activity. Production of 8,144 units established it as a relatively accessible model within BMW's early 1970s lineup, which helps support its collector credentials without extreme scarcity.

Liquidity for the model is notably thin, as evidenced by the single transaction tracked and zero active listings in the current market. This illiquidity profile suggests that buyers seeking a 3.0 CSi may face extended search periods and limited negotiating leverage when a specimen does surface.

The model carries a collectibility score of 7—a "Highly Collectible" designation—yet simultaneous low desirability signals suggest it occupies an uneven position in the market. This divergence typically points to sound fundamentals and historical significance that appeal to purists, offset by styling or performance factors that limit mainstream collector appeal.

Without sufficient transaction velocity or forward-looking market indicators, meaningful projections for the next three to five years cannot be established. Prospective buyers should treat the current $51,255 median as a reference point rather than a confirmed market floor, given the minimal data foundation supporting it.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$51,255
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$2,010
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,830
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months0
  • Sell-Through0%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$121,000
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$121,000 – US$121,000
  • Total Sales Tracked1

Recent sales

  • US$121,000

    mecum · 9 Mar 2024

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.