The BMW M1 (model code E26) is a mid-engined sports car produced by German automotive manufacturer BMW from 1978 until 1981.

Powered by BMW's M88/1 straight six engine, the M1 achieved relative success on the racetrack. A total of 453 examples of the M1 were built, with 399 examples being built as Road Cars, and 54 examples …

Technical pioneer, stylistic milestone and a classy race car: this is the BMW M1. As well as being one of the most famous sports cars of the 1970s, the M1 is a fascinating vehicle that shaped BMW M like …

Dec 5, 2025 · Complete timeline of BMW M1 models and generations, with photos, specs reference and production years

Developed in the late 1970s, the BMW M1 was born out of a collaboration between BMW and Lamborghini, although BMW eventually took over the entire project. The goal was clear: to create a …

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Aug 31, 2022 · Most BMW fans recognize the M1 as the supercar that launched the marque’s M brand. But few know the convoluted back story of how the M1 was designed and commercialized. At …

Only 456 production M1s were built, making it one of BMW's rarest models. Though the car never saw a great deal of racing success, the M1 is remembered as a refined and civilized supercar in the true …

4 days ago · BMW’s M1 and i8 show how the brand’s boldest ideas often sit outside its own rulebook, aging better as misunderstood experiments.

Many greats in motorsport have accompanied the M1 in its creation and in its active racing car career. You can see some of them here and we have also prepared one or two short portraits for you.