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BMW·Sedan

5 Series (E28)

1981–1988
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BMW 5 Series (E28) 1981 — Front 3/4 viewBMW 5 Series (E28) 1981 — Front viewBMW 5 Series (E28) 1981 — Side Left viewBMW 5 Series (E28) 1981 — Side Right viewBMW 5 Series (E28) 1981 — Rear view
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Home of the original M5. The E28 was the executive sedan that proved business cars could be genuinely fast, launching an entire segment.

History

The E28 M5, powered by the M88 engine from the M1 supercar, was the fastest production sedan in the world when launched. It established the template for every super sedan that followed.

Production & Heritage

Production Total722,328
DesignerClaus Luthe
Production Period1981–1988
Estimated Value$15K–$45K

Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.

Technical Specifications

Engine3.4L Inline-6 (M30)
Power218 hp
Transmission5-speed manual (Getrag)
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,430 kg

Engine Details

Displacement3.4L (3,430 cc)

Performance

Weight-to-Power6.6 kg/hp

Tags

Manual Gearbox1980sRWDSedanNaturally AspiratedInline-6Inline-4

References & Sources

wikipedia.org
Wikipedia: BMW 5 Series E28wikipedia.org
auto-data.net
BMW 5 Series E28 Specsauto-data.net

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