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.

BMW introduced the 528i variant of their E12 5 Series for the 1978 model year. The 528i was powered by BMW's M30B28 engine, which featured Bosch fuel injection, as opposed to the 528 's carbureted engine.

Known as the E12, this first generation of 5 Series was available with either an inline four or inline six engine in various displacements. The most notable of first generation 5 Series variants was the M535i, which is considered the precursor to the later E28 BMW M5. Other variants included the 518, 520, 520i, 520/6, 525, 528, 528i, and 530i.

Explore the BMW E12 5 Series 528i 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 detailed specs, including 0-60 mph times, horsepower, and handling data. Get all the Info.

This 1981 BMW 528i is finished in metallic gray over beige upholstery and is powered by a 2.8-liter inline-six mated to a five-speed manual transmission. Equipment includes 16″ BBS wheels, a sunroof, fog lights, power windows, and an aftermarket Kenwood …

Mar 19, 2024 · BMW 5 Series (E12) 1972-1981 specs, photos, engines, years, launch date and history

Apr 25, 2022 · Equipped with straight 6 petrol (gasoline) engine with 2788 ccm capacity it produces 177 Hp and 130 kW power at 5800 rpm and 235 Nm torque at 4300 rpm with top claim speed 208 km/h and acceleration 0-100 km/h in 9,3 s.

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1981 BMW 528i 5-Speed, Fly into ATL and Drive it back! NO RESERVE. 1981 BMW 528I 5 SPEED! COLLECTIBLE LAST-YEAR E12 BLUE PLATE CALIFORNIA CLASSIC! · Well maintained classic beauty; The E12 was the first BMW to carry the 5 series badge. · Long history of maintenance records (including original window sticker!)·.

Apr 19, 2020 · The six-cylinder E12, which was the 528 produced 165bhp and could reach a top speed of 198km/h from the showroom. These were respectable times in the 1970s. The manual version is the best as the automatic version was a lethargic 3-speed.