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1977 BMW 530i Callaway turbo
Posted: Tue Jun 21, 2011 7:02 pm
by kingforward
These E12s were the first "5 series cars" made and not many survive. This is the only 530i Callaway turbo car I know of...any others out there?
Thanks to Jeroen for helping me find this in Memphis.
Re: 1977 BMW 530i Callaway turbo
Posted: Tue Jun 21, 2011 7:06 pm
by kingforward
Engine needs detailing and the turbo, plumbing reattached....
Its a hot rod for nerds!
Re: 1977 BMW 530i Callaway turbo
Posted: Wed Jun 22, 2011 3:17 pm
by Jeroenvgfn
John,
couple of years ago a silver champagne color was for sale in CA.
let me find the pics
Re: 1977 BMW 530i Callaway turbo
Posted: Thu Oct 27, 2011 6:55 pm
by kingforward
Vroom,Vroom. My "nerd mobile" in action!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRBowTkAaRE
The mechanic has it running at $450.....so far!
Re: 1977 BMW 530i Callaway turbo
Posted: Tue Nov 01, 2011 4:00 pm
by Jeroenvgfn
Nice job restoring this beautiful rarity.
Re: 1977 BMW 530i Callaway turbo
Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2013 7:46 pm
by kingforward
I'm selling this car becuase of too many projects and not enough time. PM me for details if interested. Cheap to a COG bud...
Re: 1977 BMW 530i Callaway turbo
Posted: Mon Jan 07, 2013 5:49 pm
by Jeroenvgfn
free C1 Callaway bump
Re: 1977 BMW 530i Callaway turbo
Posted: Mon Feb 18, 2013 5:12 am
by kingforward
Going cheap...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1977-E12 ... 257af7f513
1977 E12 BMW 530i, 5 speed. Very solid car that needs TLC. Has BBS style wheels and rare Callaway turbo conversion including gauges, exhaust manifold, plumbing and turbo (not installed). Odometer reads 129,270 miles and believed accurate.
Buyer will receive copies of detailed drawings and technical information to help restore and maintain the Callaway turbo setup, which may be the only Callaway E12 in existence.
Here is a link to a video of the car ... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRBowTkAaRE
Sold on Bill of Sale with open title, as is, where is. Pickup in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.