---
title: "BMW 501 - Auction Values & Market Data"
description: "BMW 501 auction values, recent sales, and market data."
url: "https://oldcarsdata.com/bmw/501"
type: "vehicle-model"
tags: ["BMW", "501", "classic cars", "auction data", "market analysis"]
---

# BMW 501

## Direct Answer

Recent auction data for the BMW 501 is limited, so there is not enough 12-month sales volume to calculate a reliable current median value. Use year-specific results and comparable sales to estimate value.

## Summary

Recent 12-month auction sales are limited for the BMW 501. Use comparable sales, year-specific results, mileage, and condition to estimate value.

## Market Overview

Sold price data is limited for this model over the past 12 months. Browse year-specific pricing or use the value estimator for current market guidance.

This vehicle occupies an accessible classic segment. Since its introduction in 1952, it has become a staple for BMW enthusiasts.

The availability of 2.0-Liter Inline-Six and 2.6-Liter V8 engines and Manual (4-speed) and manual transmissions significantly impacts the resale value. Enthusiasts often prioritize specific mechanical configurations, with manual transmissions and high-performance engines typically commanding a premium in the current auction climate.

## Price Statistics (Last 12 Months)

- **Median Price**: $0
- **25th Percentile**: $0
- **75th Percentile**: $0
- **Total Auctions**: 0

## Vehicle Details

- **First Year**: 1952
- **Body Types**: Sedan, Convertible, Coupe
- **Drivetrains**: RWD
- **Engines**: 2.0-Liter Inline-Six, 2.6-Liter V8, 1971cc, 2580, 2598cc
- **Transmissions**: Manual (4-speed), manual, Manual
- **Fuel Types**: Gasoline

## Browse by Year

- [1958 BMW 501](/bmw/501/year/1958)
- [1956 BMW 501](/bmw/501/year/1956)
- [1955 BMW 501](/bmw/501/year/1955)
- [1954 BMW 501](/bmw/501/year/1954)
- [1953 BMW 501](/bmw/501/year/1953)
- [1952 BMW 501](/bmw/501/year/1952)

## Recent Sales

| Date | Price | Mileage | Location | Status |
|------|-------|---------|----------|--------|
| 2025-08-15 | $31,360 | 0 | 27050 Rancho San Carlos Rd | Sold |
| 2024-10-10 | $27,500 | 0 | Hershey, PA | Sold |
| 2024-08-16 | $95,200 | 0 | 27050 Rancho San Carlos Rd | Sold |
| 2023-01-26 | $64,400 | 0 | Phoenix, AZ | Sold |

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: Is the BMW 501 a good investment?**

Sold price data for the BMW 501 is limited over the past 12 months. Browse historical results and year-specific pricing to evaluate investment potential. Condition, provenance, and rarity remain key value drivers.

**Q: Where are most BMW 501s sold?**

Most BMW 501 transactions we track occur across sources including Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, Hemmings, AutoHunter, Hagerty, PCAR Market, All Collector Cars, Gooding & Co, RM Sotheby's, Barrett-Jackson, Sotheby's Motorsport, Car & Classic, The Market, Broad Arrow, MB Market, Mecum Auctions, PistonHeads, Collecting Cars, Bonhams, where published sale details provide useful market evidence.

## Related Links

- [Price History](/bmw/501/price-history)
- [Value Estimator](/bmw/501/value-estimator)
- [Diminished Value Data](/bmw/501/diminished-value-appraisal)
- [All BMW Models](/bmw)

## Data Sources

Data aggregated from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, Hemmings, AutoHunter, Hagerty, PCAR Market, All Collector Cars, Gooding & Co, RM Sotheby's, Barrett-Jackson, Sotheby's Motorsport, Car & Classic, The Market, Broad Arrow, MB Market, Mecum Auctions, PistonHeads, Collecting Cars, Bonhams. Refreshed every 15 minutes.