# BMW 3.0 CS (E9) Market Intelligence

> Live inventory, active auctions, and real-time pricing analysis for the BMW 3.0 CS (E9).

### Overview
- **Make:** BMW
- **Model:** 3.0 CS
- **Generation:** E9
- **Production Years:** 1968–1975
- **Canonical Market URL:** https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/bmw/3-0-cs
- **Data as of:** October 19, 2026 (latest listing update or sale; 2026-10-19T16:40:16.453Z)
- **Source Coverage:** Curated across Bring a Trailer, PCARMARKET, Cars & Bids, and vetted specialist dealers.

## Trailing 12-Month (TTM) Market Performance
- **Active Live Inventory:** 5 verified cars available
- **Active Live Auctions:** 2 live auctions with open bidding
- **12-Month Confirmed Benchmark Sales:** 25 completed transactions
- **Current Live Asking Price Range:** $36,500 – $190,000

## Active Live Auctions
- **1974 BMW 3.0 CSi** | Current Bid: $90,000 | Venue: Bring a Trailer | Location: Tønsberg, Norway | [View Auction](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1974-bmw-3-0-csi-a0bde10c)
- **1972 BMW 3.0 CS** | Current Bid: $47,000 | Venue: Bring a Trailer | Location: Houston, Texas 77056 | [View Auction](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1972-bmw-3-0-cs-f8d5056c)

## Verified Live Inventory
- **1974 BMW 3.0 CSi** (1974) | Asking: $90,000 | 300 mi | manual | Venue: Bring a Trailer | Location: Tønsberg, Norway | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1974-bmw-3-0-csi-a0bde10c)
- **1972 BMW 3.0 CS** (1972) | Asking: $47,000 | 3,000 mi | manual | Venue: Bring a Trailer | Location: Houston, Texas 77056 | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1972-bmw-3-0-cs-f8d5056c)
- **1973 BMW 3.0 CS** (1973) | Asking: $36,500 | 80,315 mi | manual | Venue: Dealer inventory | Location: Los Angeles, California | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1973-bmw-3-0-cs-871e8862)
- **1974 BMW 3.0 CSi** (1974) | Asking: $175,000 | 71,078 mi | manual | Venue: Dealer inventory | Location: Greenwich CT | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1974-bmw-3-0-csi-824e6a56)
- **1973 BMW 3.0 CSL** (1973) | Asking: $190,000 | Mileage N/A | manual | Venue: Dealer inventory | Location: Portland, Oregon | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1973-bmw-3-0-csl-db8a19e0)

## Sales Ledger Preview
Showing the 5 most recent of 29 recorded sales (last 12 months).

| Date | Vehicle / Spec | Gearbox | Mileage | Sold Price | Marketplace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2026 | Variant not identified | Manual | 12,000 mi | $87,500 | Bring a Trailer |
| Oct 12, 2026 | Variant not identified | Manual | 36,319 mi | $91,298 | Dealer inventory |
| Oct 4, 2026 | 2800 CS | Gearbox not in the listing | 95,476 mi | $123,200 | Broad Arrow Auctions |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Variant not identified | Manual | 9,000 mi | $37,500 | Bring a Trailer |
| Sep 7, 2026 | Variant not identified | Manual | — | $74,800 | Dealer inventory |

## 12-Month Median Sold Price by Variant
| Variant | Sales | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0 CSi | 5 | $138,999 |
| 2800 CS | 3 | $81,000 |
| 3.0 CSL | 2 | — |

## Market Memory (Last 12 Months)
- **Benchmark Sales:** 25 completed transactions (4 non-factory builds excluded)
- **Earlier Sales on Record:** 88 since 2023

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the current market price of a BMW 3.0 CS (E9)?

Price depends on the variant. Median sale prices over the trailing 12 months on GarageScout: 3.0 CS 3.0 CSi $138,999; 3.0 CS 2800 CS $81,000. Current verified live asking prices range from $36,500 to $190,000.

### How many BMW 3.0 CS (E9) examples are currently for sale?

As of October 19, 2026, there are 5 verified BMW 3.0 CS (E9) examples listed for sale across vetted specialist dealers and auctions on GarageScout, including 2 active live auctions with open bidding.

### How many BMW 3.0 CS (E9) cars sold in the last 12 months?

GarageScout recorded 25 sales of the BMW 3.0 CS (E9) in the trailing 12 months, counting confirmed sales only. Restomods, gearbox conversions and sales priced like deposits or placeholders are left out.

### Where do BMW 3.0 CS (E9) cars sell?

Of the 25 sales GarageScout recorded in the trailing 12 months, 20 on Bring a Trailer, 4 on Broad Arrow Auctions and 1 on Mecum.

### Where does GarageScout's BMW 3.0 CS (E9) market data come from?

GarageScout's BMW 3.0 CS (E9) figures come from the listings and sales it has recorded on Bring a Trailer, PCARMARKET, RM Sotheby's, Broad Arrow Auctions, Mecum, 1 other site and dealer inventories. Repeat sales of one car matched by VIN count once, and a median sale price is stated only where 3 or more sales in the trailing 12 months back it.

## Related Markets

- **E9 variants:** [3.0 CS 2800 CS](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/bmw/3-0-cs/2800-cs), [3.0 CSi](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/bmw/3-0-cs/3-0-csi), [3.0 CSL](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/bmw/3-0-cs/3-0-csl)
- **Make:** [All BMW markets](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/bmw)

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*Data synthesized by GarageScout Market Intelligence. Preserving vehicle market memory across enthusiast auctions, specialist dealers, and private sales.*