BMW E26 M1 (1978–1981): specs and known issues
The BMW E26 M1 was produced 1978–1981, in the sports car class, per Wikipedia. We do not have repair prices for it yet.
Specs from Wikipedia (revisions listed below)
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E26 at a glance
| Production | 1978–1981 453 produced | [1] |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Sports car (S) | [1] |
| Body style | Coupe | [1] |
| Layout | Mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive | [1] |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm (102.4 in) | [1] |
| Length | 4361 mm (171.7 in) | [1] |
| Width | 1824 mm (71.8 in) | [1] |
| Height | 1140 mm (44.9 in) | [1] |
| Curb weight | 1300 kg (2866 lb) | [1] |
- Predecessor: BMW Turbo
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Related models
Other BMWs that started in the 1970s: E21 3 Series · E12 5 Series · E24 6 Series · E23 7 Series
Common questions
When was the BMW E26 M1 produced?
1978–1981 453 produced, per Wikipedia.
Sources
- Wikipedia: BMW M1 (revision 1362283878, read 2026-10-23)
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