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Description
The first known owner of this BMW, according to the current owner’s family, was Helmut Leicht from Ulm, Germany. At that time, the car bore the German registration number UL-CR 85. According to what the family has been told, Mr. Leicht drove the car all the way to Sweden, but unfortunately, it broke down during the journey. That incident led him to sell the car here in Sweden.
The next owner was Björn from Norrtälje, who purchased the car and imported it into Sweden on June 22, 1965 — a fact still documented today. When the current owner, Holger, found the car, it was stored away in a barn in Roslagsbro. Since then, the car has remained in the family’s possession, and over the years it has become one of their most cherished vehicles.
During the 1970s, Holger carried out a thorough restoration of the car. Although the renovation was completed early on, it took quite some time before he began using it regularly, as he owned several other vintage cars that also required his attention. It wasn’t until 1997, when the car was re-registered and inspected, that it returned to the roads. After that, he actively participated in vintage car rallies and gatherings.
When Holger bought the car, it had a green color, but during the restoration it was repainted red – a shade that would become something of the car’s trademark. Despite the many years that have passed, the family still remembers how well-kept it was: the bodywork was solid, the engine in good condition, and it always received the care it deserved.
Since its arrival in Sweden, the BMW has been stored in a heated garage, and the family continues to drive it a few times each summer. The car was also featured in a report in Nostalgia magazine, issue no. 12/2009, where it received a fine write-up.
Included with the car is a binder of documentation as well as some spare parts, as shown in the photos.
The next owner was Björn from Norrtälje, who purchased the car and imported it into Sweden on June 22, 1965 — a fact still documented today. When the current owner, Holger, found the car, it was stored away in a barn in Roslagsbro. Since then, the car has remained in the family’s possession, and over the years it has become one of their most cherished vehicles.
During the 1970s, Holger carried out a thorough restoration of the car. Although the renovation was completed early on, it took quite some time before he began using it regularly, as he owned several other vintage cars that also required his attention. It wasn’t until 1997, when the car was re-registered and inspected, that it returned to the roads. After that, he actively participated in vintage car rallies and gatherings.
When Holger bought the car, it had a green color, but during the restoration it was repainted red – a shade that would become something of the car’s trademark. Despite the many years that have passed, the family still remembers how well-kept it was: the bodywork was solid, the engine in good condition, and it always received the care it deserved.
Since its arrival in Sweden, the BMW has been stored in a heated garage, and the family continues to drive it a few times each summer. The car was also featured in a report in Nostalgia magazine, issue no. 12/2009, where it received a fine write-up.
Included with the car is a binder of documentation as well as some spare parts, as shown in the photos.
Free history (4)
Technical data
Year
1935/1935
Registration date
1997-05-15
Mileage
23229 km
Kw / hp
34 / 46
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Interior finish
Vinyl
Colour
Red
Condition
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Mechanical condition
Engine and drivetrain run well. Brakes function as they should. Starts easily. There is a minor leak at the water pump (see photos).
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Interior condition
Engine and drivetrain run well. Brakes function as they should. Starts easily. There is a minor leak at the water pump (see photos).
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Exterior condition
The paintwork is in usable condition with some cracks and small blemishes (see photos). The soft top is easy to raise and fold, and it is in good condition apart from a small hole and some minor wear (see photos).
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General condition
An old and charming pre-war BMW in very nice and usable condition. Ready to drive and prepared for next season’s adventures.
MOT (tech. insp.)
Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 1999-05-12
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1997-04-29 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1997-05-15
Senast godkända besiktning: 1997-04-29
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 1
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1997-04-29 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1997-05-15
Senast godkända besiktning: 1997-04-29
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 1
Facts about the model
The BMW 315 was produced between 1934 and 1937 in nearly 10,000 units, most of them with closed bodies. In 1934, it was offered in several different versions, with the two-door limousine being the best seller. The four-seater cabriolet was rare, but the two-seater Sport Cabriolet was even rarer. Only 20 examples of the two-seater Sport Cabriolet were built, and the one being auctioned here is one of them.
The wheelbase measures just 2.4 meters, and the car weighs a little over 800 kilograms. The grille clearly reveals it’s a BMW, even though the “kidneys” extended the full height in those days. The narrow, period-correct 16-inch tires are fitted with 5.00/5.20 rubber. With a top speed of 115 km/h, it’s more than enough to make things exciting.
The wheelbase measures just 2.4 meters, and the car weighs a little over 800 kilograms. The grille clearly reveals it’s a BMW, even though the “kidneys” extended the full height in those days. The narrow, period-correct 16-inch tires are fitted with 5.00/5.20 rubber. With a top speed of 115 km/h, it’s more than enough to make things exciting.
Location and viewing Information
Location: Norrtälje
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Nisse Brandt
+46 707 50 89 99
nisse@bilwebauctions.se
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Nisse Brandt
+46 707 50 89 99
nisse@bilwebauctions.se
Pick up
Collection must take place before: 2025-11-27.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
Auction information
General information about the condition of the vehicles .
- At this auction, many vehicles have been included in car collections and have been stored (mothballed) for a long time. For this reason, they are described from a collector's perspective and may need technical reviews and maintenance service - oil, battery replacement, new tires, brake review, etc. - before they can be used. .
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