BMW 8 series 1989 Coupe
This generation of BMW 8 series has been produced from October, 1989 to December, 1999. We can provide information about 12 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with classical rear wheel drive.
This BMW is available with five petrol engines with displacement from 4.0 to 5.6 litres and power of from 286 to 381 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 3.0 litres and power of 218 HP.
The car is available with both manual (6 versions), as well as automatic (6 versions) gearbox.
BMW 8 series 1989 coupe average fuel consumption in combined cycle is from 11 to 18 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient BMW 8 series 1989 coupe version is BMW 840 Ci, consuming 11 litres of petrol per 100km.
According to user reviews, BMW 8 series real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 6 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific BMW 8 series modification.
BMW 8 series 1989 coupe CO2 emissions are from 304 to 333 grams per kilometer. BMW 8 series version with the lowest CO2 emissions is BMW 840 Ci, which produces 304 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6 seconds has BMW 850 CSi version, conversely the tardiest one is BMW 830i 3.0 reaching this speed only in 7.8 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 4.0 petrol 8-cylinder 286 hp version (BMW 840i 4.0) and 10 other versions.
Lenght of BMW 8 series is 477 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - BMW 8 series is about 3 cm longer than Ford Scorpio sedan, but 3 cm shorter than Audi A6 sedan. BMW 8 series gross weight is from 2180 to 2300 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 15 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. BMW 8 series trunk space is 320 litres.
This BMW is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 27 500 €. Below you will find more detailed information about BMW 8 series prices and costs.
BMW 8 series modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 830i 3.0 Jan 1992 — Dec 1992 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | - | Manual (6) |
| BMW 840i 4.0 Jan 1993 — Dec 1996 | 4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 840 Ci
Jan 1993 — Mar 1996 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 840 Ci Mar 1996 — Jul 1999 | 4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 840 Ci Mar 1996 — Jul 1999 | 4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 850i
Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
5.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 850 Ci Oct 1992 — Mar 1996 | 5.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 850i Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 | 5.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 850 Ci Oct 1992 — Mar 1996 | 5.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 850 Ci Mar 1996 — Jul 1999 | 5.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 850Ci 5.4 Jan 1994 — Dec 1999 | 5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 850 CSi
Oct 1992 — Sep 1996 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6 seconds |
5.6 Petrol | 381 HP | 18.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
BMW 8 series prices
BMW 8 series 1989 - 1999 coupe price in Latvia is from 17000 € to 33000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles BMW 8 series price is very high - BMW 8 series is more than two times more expensive then average coupes of this age (compare coupes 1989 - 1999 prices). BMW 8 series high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this BMW could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 8 series 1995 price | 17 000 € | 27 000 € | 33 000 € | |
| BMW 8 series 1991 price | 26 000 € | 28 000 € | 29 000 € |
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BMW 8 series 1989 coupe features (options)
Percentage of BMW 8 series with corresponding feature (option)
83% Conditioning
67% Metallic paint
33% Cruise control
17% Sunroof
17% Leather upholstery
17% Adjustable steering wheel
17% Electrically adjustable seats
17%
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