Will BMW ever make another M1?
BMW confirms a new M1-style supercar isn’t in development. BMW confirms a new M1-style supercar isn’t in development. BMW M says a true supercar isn’t off the table – but it’s not a priority right now. Low-volume complexity, electrification demands, and platform focus are keeping a modern M1 on the sidelines. With just 453 units ever built, the M1 is exceptionally rare, making every surviving example a valuable treasure worth preserving. This white E26-based supercar has had a rough life, having been involved in a crash during the 2013 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. But not to worry, BMW Classic is here to save the day.The BMW M1 is the result of a failed marriage between BMW and Lamborghini. Lamborghini was supposed to build the chassis, but when they went bankrupt mid-project, BMW had to essentially heist their own car back to finish it. The result is a stunning wedge shape designed by Giugiaro with a screaming straight-six heart.
How much does a BMW M1 cost?
Typically, you can expect to pay around $385,000 for a 1981 BMW M1 in good condition with average spec. The highest selling price of a 1981 BMW M1 at auction over the last three years was $742,000. Paul Walker’s BMW M1 AHG Studie has sold for $648,500. This BMW M1 AHG Studie once owned by American actor, Paul Walker, has just sold for $648,500 at auction in Miami. That’s almost $100,000 more than the pre-auction estimate.
Is a BMW M1 rare?
Only 453 production cars were built, making it one of BMW’s rarest models. Out of the 453, 399 were road going units while 53 were made for motorsport. The completed cars were shipped to BMW Motorsport in Munich for final inspection and delivery. Only 453 production cars were built, making it one of BMW’s rarest models. Out of the 453, 399 were road going units while 53 were made for motorsport.