The BMW E31 is the first generation of the BMW 8 Series. It is a grand tourer built by BMW from 1990 to 1999 as a 2-door coupé, powered by either a V8 or V12 engine. Whilst it did supplant the original E24 based 6 Series in 1990, it was not a direct successor, but a new model class with a substantially higher price and performance than the 6 ...

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The BMW 8 Series is a range of grand tourer coupes and convertibles produced by BMW. The 8 Series was introduced in 1990 under the E31 model code and was only available as a two-door coupé. [1] It is powered by a range of naturally aspirated V8 and V12 petrol engines. [2]

Jan 4, 1993 · Long, luxurious, sporty: BMW M played a key role in the development of the BMW 850 CSi E31. The 1992 model may never have had the M in its name, but with its modified engine and host of other innovations, it is undoubtedly part of the M family.

The BMW E31 is the first generation of the BMW 8 Series. It is a grand tourer built by BMW from 1990 to 1999 powered by either a V8 or V12 engine. While it did supplant the original E24 based 6 Series in 1991, a common misconception is that the 8 Series was developed as a successor.

BMW E31 8-Series. The E31 8-Series debuted as a tech-laden pillarless grand tourer, offered with a 6-speed manual paired to a V12. They were an anomaly in the contemporary market and in retrospect, an eccentric but very cool outlier in BMWs history.

Sep 1, 2020 · Planning on getting into the 8-Series game as affordably as possible? You’re going to want to look for an early 850i. The base 12-cylinder cars are by far the most common—nearly two-thirds of all...

Feb 12, 2022 · Forum: 8 Series (E31) (1991 - 1997) As the last E24 rolled off the production line in 1989, its replacement was quick on its heels to fulfill the fantasies of those looking for a touring coupe with all of the luxury, performance, and prestige of a BMW, only now with both 8 and 12 cylinder engines.

May 24, 2019 · Unpretentious yet supremely elegant, the 850 was one of the most subtle super-GTs, with a remarkable 0.29 drag coefficient. This ultimate autobahn-stormer could cruise all day at 150mph, delivering the driver relaxed to their destination thousands of miles later.

Dec 18, 2024 · The BMW E31 850i is arguably the best 8-series ever. Driving this car today, it’s easy to see how BMW fought valiantly to solve the 8-Series’ problems. The wider tires and stiffer suspension almost eliminate body roll, providing tremendous grip and allowing the 8-Series to pick up speed well and maintain it through smooth cornering.