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BMW BMW M1

coupe · 1974–present

The BMW M1 (model code E26) is a mid-engined sports car produced by German automotive manufacturer BMW from 1978 until 1981. In the late 1970s, Italian automobile manufacturer Lamborghini entered into an agreement with BMW to build a production racing car in sufficient quantity for homologation, but conflicts arose that prompted BMW to produce the car themselves. The resulting car was sold to the public, from 1978 until 1981, as the BMW M1. It was the first mid-engine BMW automobile to be mass-produced; the second was the i8 plug-in hybrid sports car.

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About the BMW BMW M1

Production: 1974 – present (52 years)
Body type: coupe · segment C
Transmission: 5-speed manual

Overview

The BMW BMW M1 is a coupe that has been in production since 1974.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the BMW BMW M1 still in production?

Yes. The BMW BMW M1 has been built since 1974 and remains current in our catalog.

What kind of car is the BMW BMW M1?

The BMW BMW M1 is a coupe, classified in segment C.

Does the BMW BMW M1 have any recalls?

We currently have no U.S. NHTSA recall campaigns on record for the BMW BMW M1, but always check official sources for the latest safety information.