These are standard specifications for the 1986 BMW 325, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual With overdrive , 4 Automatic
Chassis # WBAAB5406G9685419
View info And history
Chassis # WBAAK5407G0966552
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1985 - 2005 |
| Price : | $19,560-$22,650 |
| Weight : | 2720 lbs | 1233.771 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2693 cc | 164.3 cu in. | 2.7 L. |
| Power : | 121 HP (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 |
| Electronic Port Fuel Injection | |
5 Manual With overdrive , 4 Automatic
Production Figures
| Total BMW Production for 1986 : | 96,759 |
| 1986 BMW 325 | |
Dimension(s)
Two-Door Sedan
| Fuel Capacity : | 14.5 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 176.8 in | 4491 mm. |
| Width : | 64.8 in | 1646 mm. |
| Height : | 54.3 in | 1379 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 101.2 in | 2571 mm. |
| Front Track : | 55.4 in | 1407 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 55.7 in | 1415 mm. |
Two-Door Sedan
Chassis # WBAAB5406G9685419
View info And history
| Price : | $21,950 |
| Weight : | 2775 lbs | 1258.719 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 14.5 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 176.8 in | 4491 mm. |
| Width : | 64.8 in | 1646 mm. |
| Height : | 54.3 in | 1379 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 101.2 in | 2571 mm. |
| Front Track : | 55.4 in | 1407 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 55.7 in | 1415 mm. |
Sedan
Chassis # WBAAK5407G0966552
| Price : | $20,050 |
| Weight : | 2765 lbs | 1254.183 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 14.5 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 176.8 in | 4491 mm. |
| Width : | 64.8 in | 1646 mm. |
| Height : | 54.3 in | 1379 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 101.2 in | 2571 mm. |
| Front Track : | 55.4 in | 1407 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 55.7 in | 1415 mm. |
Sedan
| Price : | $22,650 |
| Weight : | 2790 lbs | 1265.523 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 14.5 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 176.8 in | 4491 mm. |
| Width : | 64.8 in | 1646 mm. |
| Height : | 54.3 in | 1379 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 101.2 in | 2571 mm. |
| Front Track : | 55.4 in | 1407 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 55.7 in | 1415 mm. |
Handling
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Front : MacPherson struts with lower control arms, coil springs and anti-roll bar Rear : Independent, semi-trailing arms with coil springs and anti-roll bar | |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Rack and Pinion with Power Assist |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | 195/60HR14 |
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. |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE |
| Mfr Report Date | 19850701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 86V151000 |
| Summary | BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH COULD OVERHEAT, EVENTUALLY LEADING TO MELTING OF PLASTIC INTERNAL PARTS IN AREA OF ELECTRICAL CONTACTS. |
| Consequence | CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SWITCH PLUNGER COULD JAM, RENDERING BRAKE LIGHTS EITHER INOPERATIVE OR CONTINUOUSLY ILLIMINATED, REGARDLESS OF BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION. |
| Remedy | REPLACE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH WITH REVISED SWITCH WITH INCREASED ELECTRICAL LOAD CAPACITY. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH HIGH BRAKE LIGHTS. |
Data updated June 2024
1986 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $9,255 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $22,400 |
| Avg. Home : | $89,430 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.89 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1986 BMW 325?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1986 BMW 325? A: The 1986 BMW 325 has a wheelbase size of 101.20 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1986 BMW 325? A: The 1986 BMW 325 has a length of 176.80 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1986 BMW 325? A: The 1986 BMW 325 has a width of 64.80 inches.Q: How much did the 1986 BMW 325 cost when new?A: The 1986 BMW 325 cost approximately $19,560 to $22,650 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1986 BMW 325? A: The 1986 BMW 325 was offered as a Sedan, Two-Door Sedan.Q: What tires did the 1986 BMW 325 have? A: The 1986 BMW 325 had 195/60HR14 tires.Q: How many vehicles did BMW produce in 1986? A: BMW produced 96,759 automobiles in 1986.Q: What engine did the 1986 BMW 325 have? A: The engine powering the 1986 BMW 325 was a Inline 6 (2693 cc | 164.3 cu in. | 2.7 L.) with 121 HP (89.056 KW) @ 4250 RPM and 170 Ft-Lbs (230 NM) @ 3250 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 1986 BMW 325 have? A: The 1986 BMW 325 had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual With overdrive, 4 speed Automatic.