1989 BMW M for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 13.1 to 19.6 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 13.1 to 19.6 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1989 BMW M for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1989 BMW M specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.3L 4-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 15.7 L/100 km | 26.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.0 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 13.1 L/100 km | 19.6 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 307 g/km | 460 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $22.93 | $34.30 |
1989 BMW M: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.3 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 15 | 9 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 17 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 | 12 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 | 14 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,550 | US$6,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,586 | $6,860 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1989 BMW M
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98V178000 | 1998-08-04 | engine and engine cooling:cooling system | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT, SUCH AS A THERMOSTAT, WATER PUMP, OR FAN BELT, CAN RESULT IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED COOLANT TEMPERATURE AND SYSTEM PRESSURE. IF THE INDICATIONS OF A CRITICAL OVERHEATING CONDITION IS NOT NOTICED BY THE DRIVER, IT IS... |
| 93V015000 | 1993-02-01 | visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:heater core | THE MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT RESULTS IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED COOLANT TEMPERATURE AND A RESULTING INCREASE IN SYSTEM PRESSURE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1989 BMW M
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1989 BMW M for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. The 1989 BMW M for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
Before you sign for the M
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
The figures, translated
It is powered by the 2.3L 4-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated 13.1 L/100 km combined: about 39 litres every 300 km. At our price setting, 1,000 km costs about $229.30. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,550 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who the M suits
It suits commuters, couples and business trips. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
Room inside
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. Its 340 litres of luggage space fit about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A longer test drive
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Drive the M on your commute before you commit to it. Rent the M for a week and see how it fits your life.
Which one to look for
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
What it costs to run
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $22.93 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $229.30 at our price setting. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular.
Next step
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1989 BMW M from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1989 BMW M for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1989 BMW M
Does CarmaCars sell the 1989 BMW M?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1989 BMW M before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1989 BMW M have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1989 BMW M cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4586.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.