Equipment
Hub caps, whitewalls, spotlight.
Condition
#3 Good
Runs and drives well. Flaws not noticeable to passersby. Most common condition.
Straight panels with generally good gaps. Good paint with minor flaws. Very good brightwork with minor pitting. Wheels and tires fine. Pitting on the top frame. Moth damage to the convertible top. Newer upholstery shows light use. Bakelite knobs are yellowed, but the gauges are clear and bright. Scratched glass. Engine bay shows wear and surface rust and the engine has been replaced during the 1990's cosmetic restoration. Paint peeling on the firewall. Incorrect clamps and fasteners throughout. Decent underbody. Worn hood springs. Never fully restored, at least by today's standards.
Market commentary
This is a tired and not particularly attractively presented pre-war BMW, but it is a pre-war BMW and it scored well with the bidders near the end of RM Sotheby's 2-day Arizona auction. There is lots for the new owner to do and at this price not a lot of financial flexibility to do it.