BMW BMW E23

sedan ·

The BMW E23 is the first generation of the BMW 7 Series luxury cars and was produced from 1977 until 1986. It was built in a 4-door sedan body style with 6-cylinder engines, to replace the BMW 'New Six' (E3) sedans. From 1983 until 1986, a turbocharged 6-cylinder engine was available. In 1986, the E23 was replaced by the E32 7 Series, however, the E23 models (called L7) remained on sale in the United States until 1987. The E23 introduced many electronic features for the first time in a BMW, including an on-board computer, service interval indicator, a "check control panel" (warning lights to indicate system faults to the driver), a dictaphone and complex climate control systems. It was also the first BMW to offer an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a driver's airbag (optional, starting in A…

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About the BMW BMW E23

Body type
sedan · segment E
Transmission
4-speed manual, 5-speed Getrag ma

Overview

The BMW BMW E23 is a sedan.

Trim-level specifications for the BMW BMW E23 aren't listed yet. See the overview above, or browse more BMW models.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of car is the BMW BMW E23?

The BMW BMW E23 is a sedan, classified in segment E.

Does the BMW BMW E23 have any recalls?

We currently have no U.S. NHTSA recall campaigns on record for the BMW BMW E23, but always check official sources for the latest safety information.