Rebuilding a Dream | 1973 BMW Bavaria

SPANNERS 102 | Dan Cole's 73 BMW Bavaria

In this episode of Spanners, we meet Dan Cole and his rebuilt 1973 BMW Bavaria, a car born from the wreckage of his first Bavaria after a devastating crash. Dan tells the story of loss, resilience, and passion that drove him to salvage and rebuild, using parts from the original car to craft a new masterpiece. The practice of "Wabi-Sabi"

We also dive into the current specs of this classic BMW, including his plans for an M30B35 engine swap, and get an inside look at Dan’s garage and his love for driving this iconic sedan. Along the way, Dan shares his thoughts on the car community—the good, the bad, and how groups like MARS help bring enthusiasts together.

Finally, we explore Dan’s experience with Midwest rallies and the motivation behind starting his own event, the Round Headlamp Rally 1000, creating a space for classic car enthusiasts to connect and drive.

With stunning shots of the Bavaria and its journey through the Midwest roads, this episode captures the spirit of rebuilding not just a car, but a connection to the community.

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🔧 Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:42 - The Crash
01:53 - Rebuilding
03:27 - The Iron Pig
04:10 - M30b35 Swap
05:17 - Wabi Sabi
06:45 - Rally Hunting
07:16 - Round Headlamp Rally 1000
07:45 - Car Community & MARS
08:45 - Outro

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