BMW M5 (E28) Market Values & Price History
The first M5 — a hand-built autobahn super sedan. DriveIndex tracks 1 E28-generation M5 model across model years 1985–1988, with current market values from $68,330 to $140,000, built on 98 verified auction sales. 1 is for sale now. Sold prices across the generation are up 10.9% over the past 12 months versus the prior year.
Data: DriveIndex — 98 verified auction sales across E28-generation M5 model, latest sale Aug 6, 2026. Methodology
E28 Models & Values (1)
| Model | Years | Market Value | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW M5 | 1985–1988 | $68,330–$140,000 | 98 |
BMW M5 by Generation
Recent E28 M5 Auction Results
| Sold | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | $75,500 | 60,000 mi |
| Jul 16, 2026 | $131,000 | 113,000 mi |
| Jun 9, 2026 | $32,000 | 156,000 mi |
| Apr 2, 2026 | $126,000 | 77,000 mi |
| Mar 31, 2026 | $71,000 | 26,000 mi |
| Mar 23, 2026 | $183,000 | 9,800 mi |
| Dec 17, 2025 | $62,500 | 136,000 mi |
| Nov 21, 2025 | $50,500 | 173,100 mi |
| Nov 19, 2025 | $61,000 | 59,000 mi |
| Oct 2, 2025 | $57,500 | 59,000 mi |
| Sep 17, 2025 | $39,500 | 364,000 mi |
| Sep 13, 2025 | $41,000 | 150,000 mi |
Verified results from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.
Every model above has a DriveIndex Value Signal — whether it's appreciating, stable, or depreciating, its 1–5 year projection, and the best months to buy and sell.
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What years is the E28 M5?
DriveIndex tracks E28-generation M5 cars across model years 1985–1988, spanning 1 distinct model.
How much is a E28 M5 worth?
Current market values for E28-generation M5 models range from $68,330 to $140,000, depending on the model and specification. The median verified sale is $36,515, across 98 verified auction sales.
Is the E28 M5 appreciating or depreciating?
Sold prices for E28-generation cars are up 10.9% over the past 12 months compared with the prior year, based on verified auction sales. For each model's Value Signal classification and 1–5 year projection, open it on DriveIndex.
Which E28 models does DriveIndex track?
1 E28-generation model including M5. Each has its own live market value, price history, and recent sales on DriveIndex.