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£44,798

1988 BMW M5

United States • 2 Oct 2025

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1988 BMW M5, one of 1,340 North American examples, boasts a rebuilt and enlarged 3.6-liter inline-six engine and a five-speed manual transmission. While it features desirable upgrades like Bilstein shocks and H&R springs, potential buyers should note the mileage inconsistencies reported in the Carfax.

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Condition 

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The car has some modifications like Bilstein shocks and H&R lowering springs which may or may not be desirable to all buyers. There are also mileage inconsistencies reported in the Carfax report, and the total mileage is unknown. There is wear and tear consistent with age.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

WBSDC9304J2791348

Odometer:

59,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

TMU Rebuilt S38B35 Inline-Six Five-Speed Manual Transmission Limited-Slip Differential Black Paint Natur Leather Upholstery 16" Basketweave Alloy Wheels Bilstein Shocks H&R Lowering Springs Sunroof Heated Power-Adjustable Sport Seats Blaupunkt Bremen Stereo Cruise Control Air Conditioning
This 1988 BMW M5 is one of 1,340 examples produced for the North American market.

It is powered by an S38B35 inline-six that was rebuilt and enlarged to 3.6 liters in 1998, and shifting is through a replacement five-speed manual gearbox linked to a limited-slip differential.

The car is finished in black over Natur leather, and equipment includes an electric sunroof, front and rear spoilers, Bilstein shocks, H&R lowering springs, and 16″ basketweave alloy wheels along with a Blaupunkt stereo, air conditioning, cruise control, and heated power-adjustable front sport seats.

Previously sold , this E28 M5 was acquired by the selling dealer in August 2025 and is now offered at no reserve in California w...

Points of note

£6,984

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£37,551

Median Price (Since 2020)

£116,334

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