These are standard specifications for the 1985 BMW 325, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 4 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1983 - 1991 |
| Price : | $20,975 |
| Weight : | 2715 lbs | 1231.503 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2687 cc | 164.0 cu in. | 2.7 L. |
| Power : | 121 BHP (89.056 KW) @ 4250 RPM |
| Torque : | 170 Ft-Lbs (230 NM) @ 3250 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.2 in | 81 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 7 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Light Alloy |
| Bosch electronic port fuel injection | |
5 Manual , 4 Automatic
Production Figures
| Total BMW Production for 1985 : | 87,832 |
| 1985 BMW 325 | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE |
| Mfr Report Date | 19830101 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 93V015000 |
| Summary | THE MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT RESULTS IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED COOLANT TEMPERATURE AND A RESULTING INCREASE IN SYSTEM PRESSURE. |
| Consequence | VEHICLES OPERATED UNDER THIS INCREASED COOLING SYSTEMPRESSURE CONDITION CAN SUFFER DAMAGE OR FAILURE OF PARTS OF THE COOLING SYSTEMSUCH AS (1) LEAKAGE FROM A COOLANT HOSE, (2) LEAKAGE OF THE RADIATOR OREXPANSION TANK, (3) DISCONNECTION OF A HOSE FROM A PIPE OR A FITTING, AND (4)CRACKS IN THE HEATER CORE END PIECE RESULTING IN COOLANT LEAKAGE. IN SOME CASES,BOILING COOLANT CAN CONTACT THE LOWER RIGHT LEG OF THE DRIVER RESULTING INBURNS. ALSO, ESCAPING COOLANT IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAN CAUSE VAPORFOGGING OF THE INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE WINDOWS, REDUCING DRIVER VISIBILITY. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSTALL A THERMOSTATIC BYPASS VALVE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT TO CONTROL COOLANT TEMPERATURE IN THE HEATER CORE. ALSO, A NEW DESIGN RADIATOR CAP WILL BE INSTALLED, TO CONTROL PRESSURE AND PROVIDE GREATER COOLANT OVERFLOW IN THE EVENT OF OVERHEATING. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: COOLANT SYSTEM.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. |
| Component | STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE |
| Mfr Report Date | 19840901 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 86V138000 |
| Summary | THE TWO PARTS OF THE STEERING COLUMN DISENGAGEMENT ELEMENT COULD COMPLETELY DISCONNECT IF THE CAR CONTACTS AN OBJECT IN THE ROADWAY OR ELSEWHERE OF SUFFICIENT MASS TO APPLY A SIGNIFICANT FORCE DIRECTLY TO THE STEERING GEARBOX. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: STEERING CONTROL WOULD BE LOST. |
| Remedy | BOLT TWO SPECIALLY FORMED PLATES TO THE DISENGAGEMENT ELEMENT SO THAT STEERING CAPABILITY WILL BE RETAINED. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: STEERING COLUMN.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. |
Data updated June 2024
1985 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $9,005 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $22,100 |
| Avg. Home : | $89,330 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.09 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1985 BMW 325?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1985 BMW 325? A: The 1985 BMW 325 has a wheelbase size of 101.20 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1985 BMW 325? A: The 1985 BMW 325 has a length of 176.80 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1985 BMW 325? A: The 1985 BMW 325 has a width of 64.80 inches.Q: How much did the 1985 BMW 325 cost when new?A: The 1985 BMW 325 had a base price of approximately $20,975 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1985 BMW 325? A: The 1985 BMW 325 was a Sedan.Q: How many vehicles did BMW produce in 1985? A: BMW produced 87,832 automobiles in 1985.Q: What engine did the 1985 BMW 325 have? A: The engine powering the 1985 BMW 325 was a Inline 6 (2687 cc | 164.0 cu in. | 2.7 L.) with 121 BHP (89.056 KW) @ 4250 RPM and 170 Ft-Lbs (230 NM) @ 3250 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 1985 BMW 325 have? A: The 1985 BMW 325 had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 4 speed Automatic.