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•The 1957 BMW 507 Roadster Series II is a highly collectible classic car, one of only 218 Series II produced from 252 total units between 1956 and 1959.
•It features a 3.2-liter V8 engine, aluminum body, and was designed to compete in the postwar luxury sports-car market, especially in the United States.
•Production costs made it expensive, with a U.S. price above $9,000, limiting its market success despite respectable performance.
•Series II models included practical improvements over Series I, such as a smaller fuel tank, revised dashboard, and improved seating.
•The specific car was restored between 2014-2015 by Martini Garage at a cost of approximately €350,000 and has a detailed ownership and maintenance history.
•This vehicle was delivered first to an owner in Pennsylvania, later registered in the Netherlands, and has been part of high-profile car shows in the U.S.
•It represents BMW's significant effort in the 1950s luxury sports car segment and remains a prized collector’s item today.