1990 BMW M5 E34 Manual
NSW • Dealer used
48
Odometer42,063km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Key highlights
*Full service history
Sunroof
ABS (Anti-lock brake system)
Cruise control
Climate control
Power Windows
Generated with AI from seller comments and car specifications.*
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Comments from the dealer
Hand-assembled at BMW during an era when Motorsport cars were still crafted rather than assembled, the E34 M5 represents the golden age of analogue super sedans.
Beneath the bonnet lives the legendary S38 straight-six, a snarling, motorsport-bred engine with roots tracing back to the iconic BMW M1. The result, a four-door executive express capable of embarrassing sports cars while comfortably carrying four adults and their luggage.
Presented here is a truly exceptional Australian-delivered example finished in rare Macao Blue Metallic having travelled a mere 42,000 km from new, this M5 sits firmly in collector territory.
The condition reflects the mileage, beautifully preserved, remarkably fresh and clearly cherished throughout its life. Open the doors and you’re greeted by that unmistakable E34 solidity, where every switch, surface and seam reminds you why these cars built the brand’s reputation.
Accompanying the car is an impressive history file, a thick archive of documentation, receipts and paperwork. The original logbooks remain present, further reinforcing the authenticity and provenance of this special example.
The E34 M5 occupies a sweet spot in BMW history, modern enough to be genuinely usable, yet analogue enough to deliver the tactile, mechanical engagement enthusiasts crave. Values globally continue to recognise this significance, particularly for low-kilometre, well-documented cars such as this.
For the collector seeking a benchmark example or the enthusiast wanting to experience one of BMW’s greatest driver’s cars as intended, this Macao Blue E34 M5 represents an opportunity that rarely presents itself and never lasts long.
Car details
øVehicle description
E34 Sedan 4dr Man 5sp 3.5i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Blue
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Sedan, 4 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
5 speed Manual
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 3.5L
Registration plate
Check with seller
VIN
WBSHD92010GA25176
Build date
June 1990
Compliance date
July 1990
Dealer stock ID
1016
Audio, Visual & Communication
CD / DVD
CD player
Premium
Sound system
Radio
Radio cassette
Safety & Security
Airbags
Driver
Vehicle control
ABS (antilock brakes)
Security
Central locking
Comfort & Convenience
Climate
Climate control
Driving
Cruise control
Lights & Windows
Lights
Fog lamps - front
Power windows
Front & rear
Seating
Electric seats
Drivers with memory
Headrests
Integrated 2nd row
Instruments & Controls
Display
On-board computer
Gauges
Tacho
Exterior
Body coloured
Bumpers
Mirrors
Electric
Paint
Metallic
Spoilers
Body kit - F&R spoilers, skirts, rear apron
Sunroof
Electric
Transmission & Drivetrain
Differential
Limited slip diff
Steering
Performance
Steering wheel - sports
Power steering
Power steering
Brakes
Front
Ventilated
Rear
Ventilated
Wheels & Tyres
Rim material
Alloy wheels
Rims
17" alloy wheels
Fuel
E10
Fuel Type
Petrol - Unleaded ULP
Fuel Capacity
90L
RON Rating
91
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic
Fuel Consumption Highway‡
9.1L/100km
Fuel Consumption City‡
19.3L/100km
Fuel Maximum Distance
989km
Fuel Minimum Distance
466km
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
1
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
3535cc
Engine Size (L)
3.5L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
Double Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Compression ratio
10
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
235.0kW @ 6900rpm
Torque
360Nm @ 4750rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
140.7kW/t
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4s
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
5
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Steering
Steering
Recirculating Ball
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
17x8.0
Rear Rim Description
17x8.0
Front Tyre Description
235/45 R17
Rear Tyre Description
235/45 R17
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4720mm
Width
1751mm
Height
1384mm
Wheelbase
2761mm
Track Front
1474mm
Track Rear
1496mm
Kerb Weight
1670kg
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1990
Launch Month
8
Generation Name
E34
Series
E34
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
4
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Sedan
Probationary plate status +
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
New South Wales
Banned
Victoria
Banned
Queensland
Banned
South Australia
Banned
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Location
New South Wales
Member since
2026
License number
MD101131
Current ad listings
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