1981 BMW M1 Market Value & Price History
The 1981 BMW M1 has a market value of $585,650, based on 7 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 5 verified USD sales between $368,000 and $742,000. No comparable sale since Mar 1, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market. 1 has sold in the past 12 months.
Data: DriveIndex. 7 verified auction sales for the 1981 BMW M1 (5 in USD, the basis for every dollar figure here), latest sale Feb 5, 2026. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 5, 2026 | 522,500 EUR | — | Manual |
| May 10, 2024 | 342,500 EUR | — | — |
| Mar 1, 2024 | $742,000 | — | — |
| Nov 18, 2022 | $450,500 | 18,437 mi | — |
| Aug 18, 2022 | $692,500 | 13,312 mi | — |
| Jan 17, 2020 | $368,000 | — | Manual |
| Aug 16, 2019 | $390,000 | 70,000 mi | Manual |
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1981 BMW M1: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1981 BMW M1 worth?
A 1981 BMW M1 is worth approximately $585,650, based on 7 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. No comparable sale since Mar 1, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market. All 5 verified USD sales fall between $368,000 and $742,000. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How much did a 1981 BMW M1 cost new?
The 1981 BMW M1 carried an original MSRP of $100,000. Its DriveIndex market value is $585,650. No comparable sale since Mar 1, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market.
How much has the 1981 BMW M1 depreciated?
It hasn't depreciated. The 1981 BMW M1 is worth about 486% more than its original MSRP of $100,000, with a DriveIndex market value of $585,650. That compares the DriveIndex value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation. No comparable sale since Mar 1, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market.
How many 1981 BMW M1 sell per year?
1 has sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 7 1981 BMW M1 sales in total.
Are 1981 BMW M1 sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?
There aren't yet enough recent sales to compute a reliable 12-month price direction for the 1981 BMW M1. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
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