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 market values from $40,545 to $140,000, built on 85 verified auction sales (data through Oct 3, 2026). 1 is listed for sale. The median sale price across the generation is up 28.9% over the past 12 months versus the prior year. That figure tracks the median of what actually sold, so it moves with the mix of models, years and mileages that came to market as well as with the market itself.
Data: DriveIndex. 85 verified auction sales across E28-generation M5 model, latest sale Sep 1, 2026. Methodology
E28 Models & Values (1)
BMW M5 by Generation
Recent E28 M5 Auction Results
| Sold | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | $30,250 | 204,600 mi |
| 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 23, 2026 | $195,810 | 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 showing 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?
Market values for E28-generation M5 models range from $40,545 to $140,000, depending on the model and specification. The median verified sale is $38,500, across 85 verified auction sales.
Are E28 M5 sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?
The median sale price of E28-generation cars is up 28.9% over the past 12 months compared with the prior year, based on verified auction sales. That figure tracks the median of what actually sold, so it moves with the mix of models, years and mileages that came to market as well as with the market itself. Each model's Value Signal classification and 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
Which E28 models does DriveIndex track?
1 E28-generation model including M5. Each has its own market value, price history, and recent sales on DriveIndex.