BMW 507
The hand-built masterpiece that nearly bankrupted BMW.
- Power
- 150 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.8 s
- Top speed
- 125 mph
- Est. value
- $1.5m–$2.5m
About the BMW 507
Conceived by Max Hoffman to bridge the gap between MG and Mercedes-Benz, the BMW 507 is one of the most beautiful cars ever made. Designed by Albrecht von Goertz, its hand-formed aluminium body and all-alloy V8 engine made it prohibitively expensive, costing double its target price. This financial failure nearly led to BMW's collapse, but its legacy as a design icon was cemented by famous owners like Elvis Presley. Today, it is the most coveted post-war BMW, prized for its elegant proportions and rarity.
BMW 507 specs
The BMW 507 produces 150 bhp (112 kW) and 237 Nm (175 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.8 seconds and has a top speed of 125 mph (201 km/h).
| Make | BMW |
|---|---|
| Model | 507 |
| Trim | 507 |
| Years | 1956–1959 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Roadster |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 252 built |
| Original price | About $9,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.2-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,168 cc (3.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 150 bhp (112 kW) at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 237 Nm (175 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.8 s |
| Top speed | 125 mph (201 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,330 kg (2,932 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 113 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 507 worth?
A typical BMW 507 is estimated to be worth $1,500,000 – $2,500,000 (about £1,120,000 – £1,860,000).
Its original price when new was about $9,000.
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 507 rarity in CarSpot
The BMW 507 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 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 507 fun facts
- Elvis Presley bought two 507s while stationed in Germany; he famously had his white car repainted red to hide lipstick marks left by fans.
- Because the bodies were hand-beaten from aluminium, no two 507s are exactly alike, and parts like the hardtop are not interchangeable between cars.
- The 507 was so expensive to produce that BMW lost money on every single unit sold, leading to a total production of just 252 cars.
