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£58,822
1988 BMW M5
United States • 6 Aug 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1988 BMW M5 E28 is a desirable US-market example finished in black over Natur leather, featuring a 3.5L inline-six engine and a 5-speed manual transmission. With only 60k miles shown on a repaired odometer and a clean Carfax report, it presents as a well-maintained classic seeking its next enthusiast owner.
Condition
8
The car is in excellent condition with no mention of dents, paint damage, or curb marks. Recent maintenance includes replacement of hood struts and rebuilding of front brake calipers, and replacement of the driveshaft center support bearing in 2023. The odometer was repaired in 2006 and shows 60k miles. While a clean Carfax report and service records are provided, the odometer having been repaired prevents a perfect score.
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Manual
Transmission:
WBSDC9302J2791042
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Odometer:
60,000 miles
2378
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
LHD
on Repaired Odometer 3.5-Liter S38 Inline-Six Five-Speed Manual Transmission Black Paint Natur Leather Upholstery 16" Basketweave Alloy Wheels Electric Sunroof Power-Adjustable Front Sport Seats Cassette Stereo Cruise Control Air Conditioning Window Sticker Clean Carfax Report
This 1988 BMW M5 is one of 1,340 examples produced for the North American market, and it was initially delivered to Athens BMW in Athens, Georgia, and remained registered in Florida until 2026.
It is powered by a 3.5-liter inline-six paired with a five-speed manual transmission and is finished in black over Natur leather.
The car is equipped with a limited-slip differential, 16″ basketweave alloy wheels, an electric sunroof, power-adjustable front seats, a cassette stereo, cruise control, and air conditioning.
Acquired by the selling dealer in 2026 and subsequently offered , this E28 M5 is now offered again with a window sticker, the owner’s manual, service records, a tool kit, a clean Carfax report, and a c...
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£6,984
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£37,551
Median Price (Since 2020)
£116,334
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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