BMW 2800, 3.0, Bavaria (1968-1976)

Produced from 1968 to 1975, E9 is a range of coupes from the Bavarian-based German auto giant. Initially released as the 2800 CS model, the E9 was based on the BMW 2000C/2000CS four-cylinder coupes, which were enlarged to fit the BMW M30 inline six-cylinder engine, with bodywork built by Karmann. In 1971, the 2800CS was replaced by the 3.0CS and 3.0CSi, which were bored out to give a displacement of 182.2 cu in. The 3.0 CS had a 9.0:1 compression ratio, twin carburetors and produced 180 hp at 6000 RPM. The 3.0 CSi had a 9.5:1 compression ratio, Bosch D-Jetronic electronic fuel injection, and produced 200 hp at 5500 rpm. Transmission options were a 4-speed manual or a 3-speed automatic.