Is the 8 series classified as being a "M?"

[atomic80]

I know about the requirements in order for a BMW to be classified as being a "M" car but I was wondering if the 8 series also falls under this category? For instance, we've got the Z8, which uses the same drivetrain/engine as the M5 and meets the requirements. Seems like the 8 series was a special breed of BMW but is it a "M?"

[Club E31]

The 850 Csi is considered as an ///M



It's registered like an M8, but it's not the M8



the real M8 was a prototype : http://M8.ClubE31.com


On the official BMW Site, the ///M 850Csi is recognised like an M Classic :

http://www.bmw.com/bmwe/pulse/bmwm/classic/content.html

With this sports coupé the engineers at BMW created a dream car. Every detail of the 850CSi reflects the innovative spirit, aesthetic class, power and dynamics. With a total of 1,510 units built, it has today become a much sought-after rarity. Technical highlights such as Automatic Stability Control + Traction (ASC+T) with differential lock and active rear axle kinematics were premiered in the BMW 850CSi.

[JetBoy]

Are the first three digits of the 850csi's VIN number WBA or WBS ?

[Club E31]

Originally posted by JetBoy
Are the first three digits of the 850csi's VIN number WBA or WBS ?

WBS

[atomic80]

Originally posted by JetBoy
Are the first three digits of the 850csi's VIN number WBA or WBS ?

Does this tell you whether the car is a "M" car or not? By looking at the VIN number?

Interesting, I never knew that the 850Csi was considered to be a "M" car. Does it have a manual transmission too?

[Club E31]

850Csi were only in Manual of Course

you'll be able to find infos on www.ClubE31.com

You should check http://MembersPages.ClubE31.com so you'll see my member's 850 csis

And some other links from my site :


http://membres.lycos.fr/clube31/bmwcarmagazine.php

http://membres.lycos.fr/clube31/850csi.php

http://membres.lycos.fr/clube31/downloads.php

http://membres.lycos.fr/clube31/bmw.php

[atomic80]

Thanks! The 850Csi was always one of my favorites! Looks like I've got lots of reading to do!

[Club E31]

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[JetBoy]

Originally posted by atomic80


Does this tell you whether the car is a "M" car or not? By looking at the VIN number?

Yes, WBS is for M cars.

[Kevmmm]

Originally posted by Club E31
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Wish I had known about your club back when I had my 840 a few years ago, I might have kept it! BTW, stunning car you have there, I like the two-toned seats.