BMW M1
1978–1981
Lowest price
US$770,000
Since 2020
Median price
US$770,000
Since 2020 · n=1
Highest price
US$770,000
Since 2020
Sold cars
1
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 1 lots

Based on 1 verified auction result
US$770,000
Market value · recent verified sales
MSRP
—
Collectibility
10/10
Holy Grail
3-Year Forecast
—
Not enough sales data
5-Year Forecast
—
Not enough sales data
Estimates based on 1 verified United States sale.
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Market scores
38
Desirability
Illiquid
10
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The BMW M1 sits at a median price of $770,000 in the US market, grounded in minimal recent transaction data that limits our ability to track meaningful momentum or directional signals at this time.
Only one sale has been recorded in our US tracking over the past twelve months, and just one overall in the database. This severe illiquidity reflects the car's rarity and the episodic nature of M1 sales at the top end of the market. Prospective buyers and sellers should expect extended search periods and bespoke pricing negotiations rather than transparent, frequent market clearing.
The M1 remains firmly positioned as a collectibility cornerstone. With only 453 examples built between 1978 and 1981, it holds "Holy Grail" status among enthusiasts and ranks among the most sought-after cars of the modern era. Its early production year, racing pedigree, and cultural significance as BMW's supercar pioneer anchor demand regardless of broader market cycles.
The absence of active listings and the single-transaction sample size prevent us from establishing reliable condition norms, mileage patterns, or price-trend confidence for this segment. Any pricing movements over the next few years will depend heavily on the idiosyncratic condition, provenance, and service history of individual cars as they circulate through the collector network.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$770,000
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$6,160
- MaintenanceUS$5,360
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$14,740
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months1
- Sell-Through100%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$770,000
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price RangeUS$770,000 – US$770,000
- Total Sales Tracked1
Recent sales
Common questions
What is a BMW M1 worth in 2026?
The current United States market median is US$770,000, based on 1 verified auction sale. Recent sales ranged from US$770,000 to US$770,000.
How many BMW M1s are for sale right now?
No live auction listings tracked right now — new lots are swept in several times a day, and you can follow the model to be notified.
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.