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Originally posted by mstrbimmer@Mar 16 2005, 08:25 PM [attachmentid=19760] I need help- I'm looking at a 1984 533i M5-want to decode vin to make sure it's an M5- can anybody lead me where to look?
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You just said it was a 533i - so how in the world could it be a real m5? look at the registration - is it registered as "M5" or "533i" ??
easy, a true M's vin begins with WBS ( for 3 and 5 series. not 6 or other odd balls)
but an even easier method is me telling you its not because they didnt realease the M in the US till 09/86 and ended is 11/87
__________________ <span style='font-size:11pt;line-height:100%'><span style='color:blue'> theres no replacement for displacement </span></span>
im so hardcore. i dont even have cup holders
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