1979 BMW M1

VIN: 4301011

$516,500

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1979 BMW M1

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Vehicle specs

  • Chassis/VIN

    4301011

  • Body style

    Coupe

  • Odometer

    39722 K

  • Engine Type

    L6

  • Horsepower

    277

  • Induction

    FI

  • Interior Color

    Black with pattern cloth inserts

  • Exterior Color

    Dark Blue Metallic

  • Generation

    1978-1981 BMW M1

Vehicle details

Notes and observations recorded by Hagerty staff.

Equipment

3453/277hp, 5-speed, OZ wheels, power windows, original pushbutton radio.

Condition

#3 Good

Runs and drives well. Flaws not noticeable to passersby. Most common condition.

About Hagerty’s condition ratingsClose

The 11th BMW M1 produced and one of the three initial press cars. Restored by marque specialists in Germany in the 2010s. The paint has some fading and light dispersion from imperfections. Plastic surrounds for the door locks are oxidized and the black trim around the rear quarter windows clearly has thick spots. The driver's seat has some wear to the bolsters. Represented as being previously restored, it appears to have been a while ago, however the car has been used, not abused.

Market commentary

The M1 was something of a dead end in that BMW didn't further pursue any mid-engine designs, but it was the first M car and one of the most exciting cars to wear the beachball badge. And, since barely 450 were built, collectors clamor for it. This one sold for an appropriate number relative to its condition.

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1979 BMW M1

2dr Coupe

6-cyl. 3453cc/277hp FI

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#1 Concours condition#1 Concours
#2 Excellent condition#2 Excellent
#3 Good condition#3 Good

$485,000*

+4.3%
#4 Fair condition#4 Fair
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