1939 BMW 327/28 Sport Cabriolet (more pics below 👇)
Hand-formed body panels distinguished the 327 from BMW’s earlier designs when it debuted in 1937, creating flowing lines that suggested motion even at rest.
The Sport Cabriolet’s elegant proportions marked a significant departure from the more conservative 326 sedan that preceded it, reflecting BMW’s move toward more expressive, coachbuilt grand touring cars.
Beginning in April 1938, BMW offered buyers an optional upgrade with the M328 engine, transforming the standard 327 into the high-performance 327/28 variant. This 120 cubic inch inline-six (2.0-liter) was derived from the celebrated 328 sports car and delivered substantially improved performance over the base model, increasing output from 55 horsepower to approximately 80 horsepower.
Top speed rose from about 78 mph to roughly 87 mph in Cabriolet form. Production remained extremely limited, with just 569 examples of the 327/28 built through 1940.
The combination of sophisticated styling and sporting capability made the 327/28 particularly appealing for both touring and competition use. Its advanced engineering and hand-crafted construction reflected BMW’s pre-war commitment to building driver-focused automobiles that balanced luxury with genuine performance credentials.
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