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£17,024
BMW (E28) M5
United Kingdom • 30 Oct 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1987 BMW M5 is a project car that has been in storage for 20 years, requiring full restoration. It's a UK-supplied, right-hand-drive example with its original engine and limited production numbers, making it a rewarding candidate for enthusiasts or restorers.

Condition
3
The car has been in long-term storage for 20 years and requires a comprehensive body and mechanical restoration. Attention is needed for all major systems, including the drivetrain, suspension, braking and electrical components, as well as refurbishment of the bodywork and interior. This suggests several mechanical and cosmetic issues.
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Transmission:
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Chassis No:
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Odometer:
259,405 miles
Reg Number:
D631JHX
RHD/LHD:
RHD
In Brief:
A chance to restore one of BMW's legendary M-Cars
Finished in Grey over a Black leather interior
Owned by the current keeper for the last 23 years - unused for 20 years
5 former keepers
On the Surface:
An exciting opportunity to acquire a first-generation BMW M5 project car — the model that defined the performance saloon segment.
This UK-supplied right-hand-drive example has been in long-term storage for the past 20 years and now presents as a highly rewarding candidate for full restoration.
Maintenance & History:
Registered in 1987, D631 JHX has been owned by the current keeper for the past 23 years and has had five former keepers.
It is accompanied by a small history file containing a handful of invoices for previous servicing and MOT certificates dated 2005, 2004, and 2002.
After two decades of inactivity, this M5 will require a comprehensive body and mechanical restoration before returning to the road.
Prospective buyers should anticipate attention to all m...
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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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