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1981 BMW 528i 5-Speed

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Listed bylwanie
Pound Ridge, New York 10576108,000 milesManual
UnsoldAug 5, 2026
Final bid$20,500

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Summary
This European-market 1981 BMW 528i was imported to the US in 2022 and shows 108k miles. It features a 2.8-liter inline-six, five-speed manual transmission, adjustable Ground Control coilovers, 17" BBS wheels, and a Bluetooth-capable Blaupunkt stereo. Recent service includes engine, transmission, and suspension work, and it comes with a spare set of Alpina wheels.
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Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
13 (12%)
6/17/2025
Color
Arctic Blue Metallic
2 (2%)
12/19/2024
Transmission
85 (76%)
9/9/2026
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dclemme This one, according to its VIN, was made in July -81. Pre production started in April, with full production starting in ... View more
Craven If you’ve owned or driven this series you know it’s built like a vault and has a solid road feel and stability. They ... View more
JGraham Early e28 here, folks. Surprized no one has pointed this out, but aside from having the "big six" 2.8L, which is super ... View more
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