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BMW 507 (1956–1959)

The BMW 507 is one of the most legendary and rare roadsters ever made—pure 1950s elegance with serious pedigree.

Quick facts

  • Type: Luxury roadster

  • Production: 1956–1959

  • Units made: ~252 only

  • Designer: Albrecht Graf von Goertz

  • Engine: 3.2L V8

  • Power: ~150 hp

  • Top speed: ~220 km/h

       Why the BMW 507 is special

✨ Timeless design: Long hood, clean lines, perfect proportions

🏁 Performance meets luxury: One of BMW’s first V8 sports cars

🎬 Celebrity connection: Owned by Elvis Presley during his time in Germany

💎 Extreme rarity: Fewer than 300 ever built

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        Collector value

  • Today, a genuine BMW 507 can fetch ₹15–20+ crore ($2–3 million+), depending on condition and provenance.

  • It’s considered a blue-chip classic investment.

       Fun fact

 The 507 was too expensive to build, nearly bankrupting BMW—but decades later, it became one of the brand’s most valuable masterpieces.