1987 Bmw 850 problems
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 Series.
Development
Development of the 8 Series began in July 1981, with the design phase reaching completion in 1986, although the launch was delayed due to still-strong 6 Series sales. The 8 Series debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) in early September 1989. The 8 Series was designed to move beyond the market of the original 6 Series. The 8 Series had substantially improved performance, as well as a far higher purchase price.
Over 1.5 billion Deutsche Marks were spent on total development (2019 USD nearly $900 million). BMW used CAD tools, still unusual at the time, to design the car's all-new body. Combined with wind tunnel testing, the resulting car had a drag coefficient of Cd=0.29, a major improvement from the previous BMW M6/635CSi's 0.39.
The 8 Series offered the first V12 engine mated to a 6-speed manual transmission on a road car. It was one of the first vehicles to be fitted with an electronic drive-by-wire throttle. The 8 Series was one of BMW's first cars, together with the Z1, to use a multi-link rear axle.
CAD modelling allowed the 8 Series unibody to be 3 kg (6.6 lb) lighter than that of the preceding 6 Series (E24). However the production 8 Series was significantly heavier when completed due to the large engine and added luxury items—a source of criticism from those who wanted BMW to concentrate on the driving experience. Some of the car's weight may have been due to its pillar-less "hardtop" body style which lacked a "B" pillar.
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Common 1987 Bmw 850 problems
The BMW 850 from 1987 is a luxury vehicle known for its unique design and powerful V8 and V12 engines. However, like any car, it is prone to certain common problems that can affect its performance and reliability. Here are some of the most common issues that BMW 850 owners have reported:
- Water pumps: Water pumps can suffer sudden bearing failure, and while it's not too arduous a task on an M70 and S70, the M73's bigger crank pulley damper has to come off before the pump can be replaced.
It's important to note that not all BMW 850 vehicles will experience these issues, and the severity of the problems can vary. To minimize the risk of encountering these problems, it's important to thoroughly inspect the vehicle and perform a test drive before purchasing. Additionally, regular maintenance and prompt repairs can help prevent and address issues as they arise. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic can also be helpful in identifying potential problems.
1987 Bmw 850 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Bmw 850 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Structure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1987 Bmw 850 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1987 Bmw 850 complaints
The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1987 Bmw 850.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-07-21
- VIN: YV1AX8850H1
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE REAR SWINGING DOOR OF THE WAGON HAD ELECTRICAL WIRES THAT RAN THROUGH THE FRAME. OVER TIME THE DOOR CUT THROUGH THE WIRES, WHICH CAUSED THE REAR TAIL LIGHTS NOT TO WORK. *JB
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