BMW 507
| BMW 507 | |
|---|---|
BMW 507 at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Production | 1956–1959 252 units built |
| Assembly | Germany: Bavaria, Milbertshofen |
| Designer | Albrecht von Goertz |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Grand tourer |
| Body style | 2-door convertible / Detachable hardtop |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Related | BMW 503 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.2 L (3,168 cc) M507/1 V8 |
| Transmission | 4-speed ZF manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,480 mm (97.6 in) |
| Length | 4,380 mm (172.4 in) |
| Width | 1,650 mm (65.0 in) |
| Height | 1,257 mm (49.5 in) |
| Kerb weight | 1,330 kg (2,932 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | BMW 328 |
| Successor |
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The BMW 507 is a grand touring convertible that was produced by German automobile manufacturer BMW from 1956 until 1959. Initially intended to be exported to the United States at a rate of thousands per year, it ended up being too expensive, resulting in a total production figure of 252 cars and heavy financial losses for BMW.