EDITORIAL

A few words by the Editor, highlighting some of this issue’s stories

GUEST WRITER

John Castle, better known as the most knowledgeable E9 expert in the UK, ran the Register at the BMW Car Club GB for nearly 20 years. Since handing over the reins, he has continued to share his knowledge with the community. For the inaugural edition of CS COUPE, he kindly offered to be the first guest writer.

FEEDBACK

Your feedback, comments, and improvements

STATISTICS

The latest E9 figures, displayed in simple graphs

COPYRIGHT

An overview of images and their respective copyright used throughout this issue of CS COUPE

COMPETITION CLASSICS

Based in East Sussex, UK, Competition Classics is a renowned specialist in classic car restoration and historic race car preparation. We spoke to the owner Chris and discovered what sets them apart from the rest.

KARMANN

The name Karmann and our E9s go hand-in-hand, for better or worse. Yet they are known for more than just the birthplace of our cars. Although a significant part of our car’s history, it was merely a small chapter in the history of this car making giant. With production spanning over nearly 110 years at facilities around the world, we delve deeper into this major player in the world of automotive construction and design.

CONTEMPORARY TWIST ON 70s RACING

Dive into Simon’s journey of creating a one-of-a-kind CSL, inspired by the legendary 1970s racers. From his early motorsport days to crafting this modern masterpiece, we explore the passion and dedication behind his unique race car.

BATTERIES

Car batteries are at the heart of a vehicle’s electrical system. The world has evolved significantly, offering various options tailored to different needs. This article explores different types of car batteries, their pros and cons, and helps you choose the right one for your car.

WHEELS & TYRES

The wheels and tyre options from the 70s are very different from those prevailing today. Although technology and safety has significantly improved, tyres for 14” wheels are becoming more difficult to find. This article aims to provide you with a solid understanding and an overview of the latest options available.

BRAKE PRESSURE LIMITER

Rarely mentioned and often misunderstood, the rear brake pressure limiter is critical to safe braking on disc-equipped E9s. This guide demystifies the unit, showing how it works—and how to carefully restore it when BMW’s “Do not touch” advice no longer applies.

GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY

Missing out on his first CSL by mere minutes in 2021, Mark Lias found a hidden gem on the east coast of Australia, a Ceylon Gold RHD CSL. But was it as good as it looked, or would Mark find himself down the rabbit hole of an endless restoration?

ONE WHEEL TO DRIVE THEM ALL

When your steering wheel is as special as this, it has to be fitted to every classic BMW you’ve owned. Yet how did Jon Furley end up with this steering wheel, and besides not one but two CSLs, how many other cars has it guided along the winding roads of this world?

GOING GREEN

What began as a search for storage ended with a slightly scruffy CSL, a new workshop, and a lot more rust, filler, and charm than expected. This is the story of Alex and of how one particular E9 proved impossible to ignore—or part with.