The Inaugural BMW M Car Can Now Be Yours

Summary

• The 1972 BMW 3.0 CSL Werks Development Car (chassis E9/R1) is now available for sale in the U.K. through dealer Dylan Miles
• This is a unique, factory-used prototype that was instrumental in the development of the legendary “Batmobile” homologation model
• The car represents a significant piece of BMW motorsport history, considered the first BMW M car ever made

A truly unique piece of BMW motorsport heritage, the 1972 BMW 3.0 CSL Werks Development Car, bearing chassis number E9/R1, is now available for acquisition in the United Kingdom through specialist dealer Dylan Miles. This specific vehicle is no ordinary classic; it holds a pivotal place in automotive history as the first BMW M car ever made, representing the crucial development platform for the legendary 3.0 CSL homologation special.

The “Werks Development Car” designation signifies its role as a factory-used prototype, instrumental in testing and refining the modifications that turned the standard E9 coupé into the lightweight racing powerhouse nicknamed the “Batmobile.” Chassis E9/R1 was extensively utilized by the factory racing division, incorporating experimental components and design iterations that informed the final production CSL models. This history makes it an indispensable artifact for any serious BMW collector, offering a direct link to the brand’s golden era of touring car racing.

While specific pricing details are available upon request from Dylan Miles, its immense rarity and documented factory provenance assure its standing as a blue-chip automotive investment. For enthusiasts of performance history, this 3.0 CSL represents a unique opportunity to own the genesis of one of BMW’s most iconic and successful racing platforms, defining the very essence of the “Sheer Driving Pleasure” slogan.