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Free BMW 8 Series VIN Decoder

Decode your BMW 8 Series VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 7 variants (1990+). No registration.

1990+ 7 variants Petrol
BMW 8 Series
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BMW 8 Series specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each 8 Series variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
850CSi 6MT RWD (380 HP) 1990 Petrol 5.6 L 375 bhp MANUAL 6sp RWD —
850Ci 5AT RWD (326 HP) 1990 Petrol 5.4 L 322 bhp AUTOMATIC 5sp RWD —
850Ci 6MT RWD (326 HP) 1990 Petrol 5.4 L 322 bhp MANUAL 6sp RWD —
850i 4AT RWD (300 HP) 1990 Petrol 5.0 L 296 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp RWD —
850i 6MT RWD (300 HP) 1990 Petrol 5.0 L 296 bhp MANUAL 6sp RWD —
840Ci 5AT RWD (286 HP) 1990 Petrol 4.0 L 282 bhp AUTOMATIC 5sp RWD —
840Ci 6MT RWD (286 HP) 1990 Petrol 4.0 L 282 bhp MANUAL 6sp RWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

Why decode a BMW 8 Series VIN?

The VIN confirms the exact engine, gearbox and trim, exposes outstanding recalls, and verifies the car matches its paperwork, so you can be sure a used 8 Series is what the advert claims before you buy.

Other 8 Series generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

8 Series Convertible8 Series Convertible (G14)8 Series Coupe8 Series Coupe (G15)8 Series Gran Coupe

Other BMW models

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BMW 8 Series VIN FAQ

What does a BMW 8 Series VIN tell you?+
A BMW 8 Series VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a BMW 8 Series?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the BMW 8 Series made?+
Our database covers the BMW 8 Series for model years 1990+, across 7 variants.
Is the BMW 8 Series VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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