Vehicle Passport Data (BMW 5 Series E12)

Nameplate

The nameplate is fixed in the engine compartment on the mudguard of the right front wheel. It indicates the model and series number of the vehicle, the gross weight, the gross transport weight and the load on the front and rear axles. Since 1981, the nameplate has indicated a 17-digit number according to the standards of the European Economic Community (EEC).

Chassis number

The chassis number is stamped on the power element of the mudguard of the right front wing. Since 1981, the car series number includes a 17-digit number according to EEC standards.

Engine number

The engine number is stamped on the left side of the cylinder block above the starter.