1600 GT
The BMW 1600 GT is a sports coupé produced between 1967 and 1968, resulting from BMW's acquisition of Hans Glas GmbH. This unique model combines Italian design by Pietro Frua with German engineering, delivering an exceptional driving experience. The ScanRacer page dedicated to this model brings together the referenced versions, including years, variants, rarities, and available detailed pages, allowing users to navigate from an overview of the model to version-by-year pages.
Variants by year
1967
Model summary
Data from the ScanRacer library, organized to compare versions quickly.
Model introduction
The BMW 1600 GT is a sports coupé produced between 1967 and 1968, resulting from BMW's acquisition of Hans Glas GmbH. This unique model combines Italian design by Pietro Frua with German engineering, delivering an exceptional driving experience. The ScanRacer page dedicated to this model brings together the referenced versions, including years, variants, rarities, and available detailed pages, allowing users to navigate from an overview of the model to version-by-year pages.
History
In 1966, BMW acquired Hans Glas GmbH, known for its sports models like the Glas 1300 GT. Under the direction of engineer Pietro Frua, Italian design was merged with German engineering to create the BMW 1600 GT. This sports coupé was produced between 1967 and 1968, with a total of 1,259 units manufactured. It is equipped with a 1,573 cm³ inline four-cylinder engine producing 105 horsepower, allowing a top speed of 190 km/h. Production ceased in August 1968, making this model a rare and sought-after collector's item. (bmwgroup-classic.com)
Generations
The BMW 1600 GT represents a unique generation of sports coupés produced between 1967 and 1968. This model has no direct successor, but its design and technology influenced future models in BMW's 02 series. The limited production and swift discontinuation of this model make it a prized collector's item. (bmwgroup-classic.com)
Key differences
Compared to previous models in the 02 series, the BMW 1600 GT stands out with its sports coupé design, a 1,573 cm³ inline four-cylinder engine producing 105 horsepower, and a top speed of 190 km/h. Its Italian design by Pietro Frua and specific chassis make it a unique model in BMW's history. (bmwgroup-classic.com)
Photo recognition
To identify a BMW 1600 GT, look for a sports coupé with distinctive Italian design, round headlights, and the BMW double kidney grille. The 1,573 cm³ inline four-cylinder engine is also a key indicator. Models produced between 1967 and 1968 are the most sought after by collectors. (bmwgroup-classic.com)
Important versions
The standard version of the BMW 1600 GT is the coupé produced between 1967 and 1968. An extremely rare cabriolet version was produced in very small quantities, with only two prototypes built, one of which was restored by BMW Group Classic. (bmwgroup-classic.com)
References
- BMW 1600 GT - BMW Group ClassicBMW Group Classic
- BMW 1600 GT Convertible – BMW Classic - YouTubeBMW Group
- https://www.glasclub.de/index.php/en/glas-vehicles/bmw-1600-gt/historyglasclub.de
- https://www.glasclub.de/index.php/en/glas-vehicles/bmw-1600-gt/descriptionglasclub.de
- https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/article/detail/T0266146EN_US/the-new-bmw-k-1600-gt?language=en_USpress.bmwgroup.com
- https://www.bmwgroup.com/en/news/general/2023/100-years-bmw-motorrad.htmlbmwgroup.com
- https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/canada/article/detail/T0264869EN/the-new-bmw-k-1600-gtpress.bmwgroup.com
- https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/article/detail/T0266146EN_US/the-new-bmw-k-1600-gtpress.bmwgroup.com
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the BMW 1600 GT produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 1967.