"BMW 320" (1977)
Driven by Marc Surer this 1977 BMW 320 is depicted here in BMW's legendary Motorsport colours. The
car, a BMW E21 3-series, was transformed into a
race-ready machine for the European Touring Car Championship (ETCC)
where it competed against the best cars from across the continent. Surer's
320 with its large rear wing and aggressive aerodynamics signified
BMW's dedication to touring car racing during the late 1970s.
Powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine tuned for racing, the 320
produced up to 300bhp in competition trim. This allowed the
lightweight car to reach high speeds and deliver incredible performance
in both straight-line acceleration and cornering. The rear wing provided
crucial downforce keeping the car planted on the track at speed
while the wide stance and race suspension offered exceptional
handling.
Marc Surer, a highly skilled Swiss driver, piloted the car to numerous
successes helping to bolster BMW's reputation in touring car
racing. The BMW 320 remains a beloved car among racing fans and is a symbol
of BMW's motorsport prowess in the late 1970s with that distinctive Motorsport
livery making it instantly recognisable to BMW enthusiasts worldwide.
Framable Print.
Numbered Limited Edition of 50.
Certificate of Authenticity.
Paper size: 20 x 16 inches.
Individually signed by the artist Steve Dunn.
Price £39.95.
Shipping £7 worldwide.
Sent rolled in a stout tube.