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The BMW M1 was a mid-engined supercar that was built as a practical road-going performance machine and served as the basis for the planned 'ProCar' racing series. It wore styling by Italdesign and the original plan was to assign construction to Lamborghini. Lamborghini was suffering through financial problems and the plan fell through. Marchesi took over the production of the M1's tube steel chassis, while the fiberglass body pieces were made by Trasformazione Italiana Resina. The German Coachbuilder Baur was tasked with the vehicle's final assembly.
The BMW M1 was planned as a homologation special and approximately 400 examples were built. The engine was a 3.5-liter inline-6 rated at 273 horsepower and it employed a twin cam head, fuel injection system, and dry sump oiling. The top speed was in the neighborhood of 162 mph.
Between 1978 and 1981, BMW produced 397 examples. This example is one of 97 M1 coupes finished in Orange and incorporates a ProCar-style front spoiler, the original factory Campagnolo wheels with Pirelli tires, and correct Black cloth and leather interior. It is a three-owner car that has just 36,000 original kilometers on its European odometer.By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2015
The BMW M1 was planned as a homologation special and approximately 400 examples were built. The engine was a 3.5-liter inline-6 rated at 273 horsepower and it employed a twin cam head, fuel injection system, and dry sump oiling. The top speed was in the neighborhood of 162 mph.
Between 1978 and 1981, BMW produced 397 examples. This example is one of 97 M1 coupes finished in Orange and incorporates a ProCar-style front spoiler, the original factory Campagnolo wheels with Pirelli tires, and correct Black cloth and leather interior. It is a three-owner car that has just 36,000 original kilometers on its European odometer.By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2015
2019 Artcurial : Retroobile
Pre-Auction Estimates :
€425,000-€500,000
Lot was not sold
2017 Mecum : Monterey
High Bid (Lot was not sold)
USD $400,000
2016 Scottsdale, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $525,000-USD $625,000
Lot was not sold
2015 Mecum : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $600,000-USD $750,000
High Bid (Lot was not sold)
USD $450,000
2014 Mecum - Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $400,000-USD $500,000
High Bid (Lot was not sold)
USD $375,000
1980 BMW E26 M1 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the BMW E26 M1
(Data based on Model Year 1980 sales)
| 1980 BMW M1 Procar Chassis#: 4301302 Sold for USD$1,095,350 2024 Artcurial : Retromobile | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Chassis#: WBS59910004301327 Sold for USD$567,193 2024 RM Sothebys : Paris | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Sold for USD$582,500 2023 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Auburn Auction | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Chassis#: WBS59910004301442 Sold for USD$478,000 2023 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach |  |
| 1980 BMW M1 AHG Studie Chassis#: WBS00000094301090 Sold for USD$648,500 2022 RM Sothebys : The Youngtimer Collection - Miami |   |
| 1980 BMW M1 Chassis#: WBS59910004301218 Sold for USD$825,049 2022 RM Sothebys : Munich | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Chassis#: WBS59910004301261 Sold for USD$417,500 2021 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island Auction |   |
| 1980 BMW M1 (E26) Chassis#: WBS59910004301170 Sold for USD$503,950 2020 Silverstone Auctions : The NEC Classic Live Online Auction | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Procar Chassis#: WBS59910004301195 Sold for USD$913,000 2020 RM Sothebys : Shift/Monterey | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Sold for USD$400,000 2017 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Coupé Chassis#: WB500000094301080 Sold for USD$529,236 2015 Bonhams : The Zoute Sale | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Chassis#: WBS59910004301160 Sold for USD$599,500 2015 Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction |   |
| 1980 BMW M1 Chassis#: WBS59910004301292 Sold for USD$462,000 2015 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach Concours | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Chassis#: WBS59910004301385 Sold for USD$379,500 2014 Gooding & Company - Amelia Island Sale |   |
| 1980 BMW M1 Chassis#: WBS59910004301194 Sold for USD$440,000 2014 Gooding & Company - The Scottsdale Auction |   |
| 1980 BMW M1 Chassis#: WBS59910004301360 Sold for USD$242,000 2013 RM - The Don Davis Collection | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Chassis#: WBS59910004301360 Sold for USD$185,000 2012 Mecum - Monterey, CA | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Ahg Coupe Sold for USD$155,000 2011 Mecum Auctions - Monterey, CA The Daytime Auction | |
| 1980 BMW MI Chassis#: WBS59910004301153 Sold for USD$137,500 2010 RM Auctions - Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey |   |
| 1980 BMW M1 Coupe Sold for USD$120,000 2009 Mecum - Monterey Auction |
BMW E26 M1s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1980 BMW E26 M1's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
| Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 BMW M1 | WBS59910004301226 | 2023 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | $550,000 | $750,000 | |
| 1980 BMW M1 | WBS00000094301096 | 2019 Artcurial : Retroobile | $425,000 | $500,000 | |
| 1980 BMW M1 Coupé | WB500000094301080 | 2018 Bonhams : The Monaco Sale 'Les Grandes Marques à Monaco' | $540,000 | $580,000 | |
| 1980 BMW M1 | WBS00000094301096 | 2017 Mecum : Monterey | $400,000 | ||
| 1980 BMW M1 | WBS4301006 | 2016 Gooding & Company : The Scottsdale Auction | $575,000 | $650,000 | |
| 1980 BMW M1 | WBS00000094301096 | 2016 Scottsdale, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa | $525,000 | $625,000 | |
| 1980 BMW M1 | WBS00000094301096 | 2015 Mecum : Monterey | $450,000 | $600,000 | $750,000 |
| 1980 BMW M1 AHG | WBS00000094301090 | 2015 Mecum : Monterey | $400,000 | $550,000 | $650,000 |
| 1980 BMW M1 | 2015 Hollywood Motors : Amelia Island Select | ||||
| 1980 BMW M1 | WBS00000094301096 | 2014 Mecum Monterey | $375,000 | $400,000 | $500,000 |
| 1980 BMW M1 AHG Studie | WBS00000094301090 | 2014 RM Auctions at Monterey | $400,000 | $600,000 | $800,000 |
| 1980 BMW M1 | WBS59910004301233 | 2010 RM Auctions Sporting Classics of Monaco | $80,000 | $90,000 | $120,000 |
| 1980 BMW M1 Coupe | 2009 Collector Cars of Fort Lauderdale | $120,000 |
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