850CSi (E31)

1992–1996

8 Series (E31)1989–1999

BMW 850CSi (E31) 1992 — Front 3/4 view

BMW 850CSi (E31) 1992 — Front view

BMW 850CSi (E31) 1992 — Side Left view

BMW 850CSi (E31) 1992 — Side Right view

BMW 850CSi (E31) 1992 — Rear view

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The ultimate E31 — the M-division's 850CSi with a bespoke S70 engine, stiffer suspension, and wider tires. The closest BMW came to a V12 supercar.

History

The S70 engine wasn't just a bored-out M70 — it was fundamentally redesigned by BMW Motorsport with different bore spacing, individual throttle bodies, and 380 hp. Only 1,510 were built. The 850CSi was the spiritual predecessor to the McLaren F1's S70/2 engine.

Production & Heritage

Production Total1,510

DesignerKlaus Kapitza

Production Period1992–1996

Estimated Value$80K–$150K

Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.

Technical Specifications

Engine5.6L V12 (S70B56)

Power380 hp

Transmission6-speed manual

DrivetrainRWD

Weight1,810 kg

Engine Details

Displacement5.6L (5,576 cc)

Performance

Weight-to-Power4.8 kg/hp

Tags

Grand Tourer 1990s Manual Gearbox RWD Naturally Aspirated V12 Limited Production Coupé

References & Sources

Wikipedia: BMW 850CSiwikipedia.org

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