The 1987-1989 BMW M5 was an exercise in BMW Motorsport -- this time on Munich's second-series mid-size
four-door, which was new in 1982. This BMW was identical to lesser 5s except for the usual chassis
uprating to cope with the high-performance M-88 six, which was used in the mid-engine
M1 and M635CSi/M6.
The 1987-1989 BMW M5 was a short-timer, and thus few in number, owing
to the advent of the all-new "aerodynamic" 5-Series for 1989, which included a new M5
from early '90. Slicker styling may ultimately render the replacement more
collectible, but the first M5 is still one of the more rewarding late-model
BMWs.
Pluses of the 1987-1989 BMW M5:
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Pluses of the 1987-1989 BMW M5:
- Not long out of production, so parts and service still good
- Goes, stops, and handles like few other four-doors
- Solid, burly feel
- Room for four
- Lots of niceties
Minuses of the 1987-1989 BMW M5:
- Values have yet to hit bottom
- Dull, boxy
styling
Production
of the 1987-1989 BMW M5:
- 1987: 403
- 1988: 243
- 1989: 547
Specifications
of the 1987-1989 BMW M5:
Wheelbase, inches: 103.3
Length, inches: 189.0
Weight, pounds: Approximately 3,400
Price, new: $45,500 (U.S.)
Engine for the 1987-1989 BMW M5:
| Type | Size | Horsepower | Years |
| dohc I-6 | 3,453 cc | 256 | 1987-1989 |
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