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BMW M1
The BMW M1 is the company's first and only mid-engine supercar, born from a racing program with help from Lamborghini and design by Giugiaro. Its rarity and legendary M88 inline-6 make it a blue-chip collectible, with top examples trading for over $600,000.
BMW M1 sold for a median of $594,640 over the last 12 months, based on 7 auction sales; the middle 50% sold between $534,819 and $625,177. 4 currently for sale.
The BMW M1 was born from a desire to beat Porsche in Group 4 and 5 racing. BMW initially partnered with Lamborghini to engineer and build the homologation cars, but financial troubles at the Italian firm led to a chaotic production process involving multiple companies. In the end, only about 453 cars were completed, including race cars. The M1 features a Giugiaro-designed fiberglass body over a spaceframe chassis and is powered by the legendary M88 3.5-liter inline-6, a 24-valve, dry-sump engine that would form the basis for future M-car powerplants.
The M1 is a cornerstone of any serious BMW collection. It's the first official M-badged car and the company's only true mid-engine supercar. Its combination of Italian styling, German engineering, and a legendary racing pedigree from the Procar Championship make it exceptionally desirable. Its rarity ensures that it will always be sought after by top-tier collectors looking for a significant piece of motorsport and BMW history.
After a significant run-up in values between 2014 and 2017, the M1 market has stabilized. Today, excellent road-going examples consistently trade in the $500,000 to $650,000 range. Cars with celebrity ownership history or a documented Procar racing past can command significantly more. It remains a blue-chip asset whose value is directly tied to its condition and originality.
Buying Tips
The M88 engine requires expert service; verify history from a known specialist. The Kugelfischer mechanical fuel injection is complex and expensive to sort if it's not right.
The original clutch is notoriously heavy. Many cars have been updated with a more modern, user-friendly assembly, which is a desirable upgrade for a driver.
Check the fiberglass body panels carefully for stress cracks, especially around the headlight pods and door frames. Panel fit can vary, but poor alignment may indicate past damage.
Inspect the steel spaceframe for rust, particularly around the suspension mounting points and lower tubes. While generally robust, corrosion can be difficult and costly to repair properly.
Dual fuel tanks can be a source of problems. Check for leaks, rust, and ensure the fuel-switching mechanism works correctly.
Based on recent sales, prices for road-going M1s range from $500,000 to over $650,000 depending on condition and provenance.
80 BMW M1 vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 4 currently live.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a BMW M1 cost?
Over the last 12 months, BMW M1 sold for a median of $594,640 across 7 auction sales tracked on Hypercars; the middle 50% sold between $534,819 and $625,177. There are 4 currently for sale.
How many BMW M1 listings are for sale right now?
There are 4 BMW M1 listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.
