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£24,964

1988 BMW M5

United States • 9 Jun 2026

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AI Listing Summary

This 1988 BMW M5 E28 presents well with recent mechanical updates and paintless dent repair, but shows some cosmetic issues like a refinished hood and windshield chip. It's a desirable model with low production numbers and desirable features like a 5-speed manual and limited-slip differential, making it a strong contender for enthusiasts despite needing minor attention.

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Condition 

7

The car has had recent mechanical work and paintless dent repair. However, it has a refinished hood with higher paint meter readings on the left front fender and doors. There is also a chip in the windshield, a leaking AC compressor, a non-working right rear power window, and rust on the muffler and underside components.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

WBSDC9303J2875127

Odometer:

156,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

3.5-Liter S38 Inline-Six Five-Speed Manual Transmission Limited-Slip Differential Black Paint Natur Leather Upholstery 16" Basketweave Alloy Wheels Electric Sunroof Heated Power-Adjustable Front Sport Seats Kenwood Stereo Cruise Control Air Conditioning Clean Carfax Report
This 1988 BMW M5 is one of 1,340 examples produced for the North American market, and it was purchased in 2014 by the current owner, who has since added ~23k of its 156k miles shown.

Powered by a 3.5-liter S38B35 inline-six paired with a five-speed manual transmission, the car is finished in black over Natur leather upholstery.

Equipment includes a limited-slip differential, 16″ basketweave alloy wheels, an electric sunroof, heated power-adjustable front sport seats, a Kenwood stereo, cruise control, and air conditioning.

Work completed since 2024 has included replacing the spark plugs and wires, distributor cap, drive belts, fuel pump, and more, as described below.

This E28 M5 is offered on dealer consignment w...

Points of note

£6,984

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£37,551

Median Price (Since 2020)

£116,334

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