BMW E34 M5 S38B36 Engine and Getrag 280 Gearbox

BMW E34 M5 S38B36 Engine with Getrag 280 Five-Speed Manual Gearbox

This BMW S38B36 engine and Getrag 280 five-speed manual transmission originates from a BMW E34 M5 and is identified by VIN WBSHD9318MBK05178. The 3.6-liter naturally aspirated inline-six represents the first evolution of the E34 M5 powerplant, blending classic BMW Motorsport character with improved drivability and durability over earlier S38 variants.  BMW E34 M5 S38B36 Engine and Getrag 280 Gearbox

The engine was refurbished in 2020 and is offered with key factory components, making it well suited for an authentic E34 M5 restoration or period-correct BMW M performance build.

Engine & Transmission Highlights

• BMW S38B36 inline-six

• 3.6-liter displacement

• Dual overhead camshafts

• Six individual throttle bodies

• Bosch Motronic engine management

• Getrag 280 five-speed manual gearbox

• Correct E34 M5 specification

Included Components

• Bosch Motronic ECU

• Wiring harness

• Mass air flow sensor

• Factory airbox

• Resurfaced flywheel

Overview

The S38B36 is renowned for its linear power delivery, mechanical precision, and unmistakable Motorsport sound. Paired with the robust Getrag 280 transmission, this drivetrain offers an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a complete, numbers-correct BMW M5 powertrain.

An excellent candidate for collector-grade restoration, vintage performance applications, or BMW M-focused builds.