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Free BMW 501/502 VIN Decoder

Decode your BMW 501/502 VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 6 variants (1952–1964). No registration.

1952–1964 6 variants Petrol
BMW 501/502
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BMW 501/502 specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each 501/502 variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
3.2L V8 S 4MT RWD (160 HP) 1952–1964 Petrol 3.2 L 158 bhp MANUAL 4sp RWD —
3.2L V8 Super 4MT RWD (140 HP) 1952–1964 Petrol 3.2 L 138 bhp MANUAL 4sp RWD —
3.2L V8 5MT RWD (120 HP) 1952–1964 Petrol 3.2 L 118 bhp MANUAL 4sp RWD —
2.6L V8 4MT RWD (105 HP) 1952–1964 Petrol 2.6 L 99 bhp MANUAL 4sp RWD —
2.0L 4MT RWD (72 HP) 1952–1964 Petrol 2.0 L 71 bhp MANUAL 4sp RWD —
2.0L 4MT RWD (65 HP) 1952–1964 Petrol 2.0 L 64 bhp MANUAL 4sp RWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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BMW 501/502 VIN FAQ

What does a BMW 501/502 VIN tell you?+
A BMW 501/502 VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a BMW 501/502?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the BMW 501/502 made?+
Our database covers the BMW 501/502 for model years 1952–1964, across 6 variants.
Is the BMW 501/502 VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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