1986 BMW M5 E28 Manual

VIC • Dealer used
47
Odometer109,493km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual

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GET TO KNOW OUR IMMACULATE, HISTORIC 1986 BMW M5 (E28), with FULL DOCUMENTED HISTORY, SERVICE BOOK RECORDS FROM 1986 and A LARGE SUPPORTING HISTORY FILE INCLUDING MAJOR SERVICE WORK. This is a GENUINE BMW M5 MOTORSPORT WBS VIN E28 M5, CHASSIS 1679004, BUILD NUMBER 4 OF ONLY 187 RHD EXAMPLES EVER BUILT WORLDWIDE and a 1986 UK BMW PRESS vehicle was previously owned by the former President of UK BMW Clubs. and also Possibly the EARLIEST SURVIVING RHD E28 M5, with the first three cars understood to no longer survive, and possibly making this the oldest right hand drive M5 in the world. Includes FACTORY 902 PRESS PREPARATION, one of only FOUR PRESS-PREPARED E28 M5S, CLASSIC CARS MAGAZINE FEATURE, 3,453cc BMW MOTORSPORT M88/3 24-VALVE INLINE 6 ENGINE, 5 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION, HAND-BUILT BMW MOTORSPORT GARCHING HERITAGE, LACHS SILVER PAINTWORK, ANTHRACITE BUFFALO LEATHER INTERIOR, ELECTRIC SLIDING SUNROOF, ELECTRIC FRONT SEATS, ELECTRIC ADJUSTABLE FRONT HEADRESTS, REAR HEAD RESTRAINTS, REAR WINDOW BLIND, AIR CONDITIONING, HEADLIGHT WASH / WIPE, GREEN TINTED GLASS and DE-CHROMING PACKAGE. Finished in LACHS SILVER over ANTHRACITE BUFFALO LEATHER INTERIOR. *This vehicle presents as a factory original, unmodified example, apart from an upgraded CD player. Everything is working as it should, and the vehicle is supplied with a Victorian RWC. It has been pre-checked and approved by a prestige workshop, making it an ideal opportunity for a serious collector or BMW enthusiast.* PERFORMANCE & DYNAMICS - 3,453cc BMW Motorsport M88/3 24-valve inline 6 engine - 5 speed manual transmission - Rear-wheel drive - Genuine BMW Motorsport WBS VIN example - Hand-built BMW Motorsport Garching heritage - Factory 902 Press Preparation - One of only four press-prepared E28 M5s - 210kW / 340Nm factory-rated output - 245km/h factory top speed - Period-acclaimed high-performance four-door sedan - Race-derived twin-cam 24-valve engine architecture - Motorsport-developed E28 M5 chassis - Factory M5 performance braking system - Factory M5 suspension and steering package - Driver-focused analogue Motorsport platform - One of the most significant early BMW M production cars INTERIOR COMFORT & TECHNOLOGY - Anthracite Buffalo leather interior - Electric front seats - Electric adjustable front headrests - Rear head restraints - Electric sliding sunroof - Rear window blind - Air conditioning - Green tinted glass - Classic BMW Motorsport cockpit layout - M-specific analogue instrumentation - Period-correct driver-focused cabin - Large supporting history file - Major service documentation including cam chain history - Documented fuel tank replacement history EXTERIOR HIGHLIGHTS - Lachs Silver exterior finish - Genuine E28 M5 sedan body - Chassis 1679004 - Build number 4 of only 187 RHD examples - Believed to be the earliest surviving RHD E28 M5 - Possibly one of the earliest surviving M5s in the world - 1986 UK BMW Press Car provenance - Classic Cars Ads On Test magazine feature - Factory Press Preparation code 902 - Factory de-chroming package - Headlight wash / wipe system - First registered in the UK on 7 July 1986 - May 1986 production date - Classic understated E28 M5 exterior presentation - Discreet Motorsport Q car sleeper sedan profile - Period-correct BMW Motorsport exterior styling SAFETY & DRIVER ASSISTANCE - Factory M5 performance braking system - Motorsport-developed suspension package - Rear-wheel drive mechanical balance - Manual gearbox driver control - Headlight wash / wipe system - Rear head restraints - Green tinted glass - Period-correct BMW Motorsport engineering - Classic mechanical driver engagement DEALERSHIP OPTIONS & SERVICES: - Tailored finance options for approved purchasers - Interstate buyers supported with permits and freight options - Live video call inspections available on request - Extended warranties & roadside assistance available So many more FEATURES and BENEFITS are available, we can discuss this with you personally! WHY CHOOSE US? We are a family-owned boutique dealership with over 25 years of experience in prestige vehicles. Every vehicle is pre-inspected and RWC tested, delivered with a current roadworthy certificate, and backed by verified service history and clear title. NEXT STEP: Contact us today to arrange your inspection or test drive. We deliver Australia-wide and pride ourselves on offering quality vehicles with professional and friendly service > Please note: All features listed have been sourced strictly from the vehicles VIN specification data. Confirm final spec with the dealership.

Car details

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Vehicle description
E28 Sedan 4dr Man 5sp 3.5i [IMP]
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Sedan, 4 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
5 speed Manual
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 3.5L
Registration plate
Registration plate
Build date
Check with seller
Compliance date
Check with seller
Dealer stock ID
5968
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
3453cc
Engine Size (L)
3.5L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
Double Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Compression ratio
10.5
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
210kW
Power rpm To
6500rpm
Torque
340Nm
Torque rpm To
4500rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
146.9kW/t
Gears
5
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Type
Petrol - Unleaded ULP
Fuel Capacity
70L
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic
Rim Material
Alloy
Length
4620mm
Width
1700mm
Height
1400mm
Wheelbase
2625mm
Track Front
1430mm
Track Rear
1465mm
Kerb Weight
1430kg
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launched
January 1986
Generation Name
E28
Series
E28
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
4
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Sedan
Queensland
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
South Australia
Banned
Victoria
Banned
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