The BMW E12 is the first generation of 5 Series executive cars, which was produced from 1972 to 1981 and replaced the saloon models of the BMW New Class range. Initial models were powered by inline-four engines, using either a carburettor or fuel-injection.

It brought sport into the top class: With the BMW E12 M535i, a completely new vehicle concept hit the streets in 1980. It was the first series model from BMW M, then still BMW Motorsport, and it managed to be both very comfortable and very sporty.

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E12 front E12 rear. The E12 is the first generation of 5 Series, and was manufactured for model years 1972–1981. It replaced the New Class sedans and was produced in the sedan body style. The initial models were powered by four-cylinder engines, with a …

Jan 21, 2022 · An in-depth historical and technical appraisal of BMW Motorsport's E12-based M535i of 1979-1984

Dec 1, 2023 · Step back in time with BMW's iconic E12 5 Series! From the 520 to the M535i, discover the evolution of a legend.

Nov 11, 2022 · The BMW M535i E12 is powered by the M90 engine, also referred to as the M30B35LE, making it the only model from the E12 generation to feature an inline-six engine. Owing to its nomenclature, this engine does fall under the extensive M30 engine portfolio, but it’s more closely related to the M88/1 — an iteration of the inline-six engine that ...

Nov 1, 2022 · There was no full-fat M version of the E12 as the first M5 arrived later on with the E28. The M535i was a rare breed as only 1,410 units were made in Germany split between 960 LHD and 450 RHD cars.

Jan 30, 2022 · The first M car that could be dailied isn’t just an E12 with a powerful mill under the hood. It also happens to feature many chassis and suspension improvements, starting with thicker anti-roll ...