BMW 3200 CS
The elegant Bertone-styled bridge between BMW's past and future.
- Power
- 160 bhp
- Top speed
- 124 mph
- Est. value
- $64k–$86k
About the BMW 3200 CS
The BMW 3200 CS represents a pivotal moment in the marque's history, serving as the final model built on the traditional 'Baroque Angel' perimeter frame while introducing a modern design language. Styled by a young Giorgetto Giugiaro at Bertone, it debuted the iconic 'Hofmeister kink' and the thin-pillared greenhouse that would define BMW coupes for decades. Underneath the Italian coachwork lies an all-alloy 3.2-litre V8, the last of its kind before BMW transitioned to the four- and six-cylinder engines of the New Class. With only 603 units produced, it is a rare and sophisticated grand tourer that combines 1950s mechanical robustness with 1960s aesthetic grace.
BMW 3200 CS specs
The BMW 3200 CS produces 160 bhp (119 kW) and 240 Nm (177 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h).
| Make | BMW |
|---|---|
| Model | 3200 CS |
| Trim | 3.2 |
| Years | 1962–1965 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 603 built |
| Original price | About $11,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.2-litre OHV V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,168 cc (3.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 160 bhp (119 kW) at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 240 Nm (177 lb-ft) |
| Top speed | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 107 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a BMW 3200 CS worth?
A typical BMW 3200 CS is estimated to be worth $64,000 – $86,000 (about £48,000 – £64,000).
Its original price when new was about $11,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
BMW 3200 CS rarity in CarSpot
The BMW 3200 CS is a Legendary card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 88 out of 100. Flagship models and limited runs, typically worth £250,000 or more. A Legendary card is worth 160 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
BMW 3200 CS fun facts
- The 3200 CS was the first BMW to feature the 'Hofmeister kink', the distinctive forward-bent C-pillar design that remains a brand signature today.
- Bodies were hand-built by Bertone in Turin, Italy, and then transported by rail to Munich to be mated with the chassis and drivetrain.
- A single convertible version was built by the factory specifically for BMW's major shareholder, Herbert Quandt.
