This car
PaintDark grey · Gloss
InteriorBlue · Full Leather
Production
Years produced1972–1973
Units made1,580 (approx. 100 RHD)
Where builtStuttgart-Zuffenhausen, Germany
Body styles2-door coupe
Engine
EngineAir-cooled flat-six, SOHC
Displacement2,687 cc
Cylinders6
Valves12
AspirationNaturally aspirated
Power210 bhp (213 PS) @ 6,300 rpm
Torque188 lb ft (255 Nm) @ 5,100 rpm
FuelPetrol
Drivetrain & performance
Gearbox5-speed manual
Wheel driveRear-wheel drive
LayoutRear-engine, RWD
Top speed152 mph (245 km/h)
0–62 mph6.3 seconds
0–60 mph5.8 seconds
¼ mile14.1 seconds
Chassis & dimensions
Brakes — front282 mm ventilated discs
Brakes — rear290 mm ventilated discs
Wheels6J x 15 (F), 7J x 15 (R) Fuchs alloys
Tyres185/70 VR15 (F), 215/60 VR15 (R)
SuspensionTorsion bar; MacPherson struts (F), Trailing arms (R)
Kerb weight1,075 kg
Drag coefficient0.40 Cd
Length4,147 mm
Width1,652 mm
Height1,320 mm
Wheelbase2,271 mm
Pricing
Price new (1973)£5,930 · Not sold in the US
Estimated value now£500,000 – £850,000
In dollars$650,000 – $1,100,000
New £6k
Today £500k–£850k
+11283% vs new, at the midpoint. Values as at 22 October 2026. Basis: Hagerty 2026 data and RM Sotheby's auction results.
Figures for M472 Touring; M471 Lightweight is 115kg lighter.