$2,938 lower median
2012 Audi A5
All trims
$9,100Median asking price · 70 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$7,800–$11,857
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Quattro Premium Plus listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
↑↓
move
↵
open
esc
close
2012 BMW 128i Convertible
VIN
WBAUL7C53CVM82489
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $3,045 above typical price
Miami, FL
Listed at
$12,038
typical market $8,993 · 16 comps
This 2012 BMW 128i Convertible is listed at $12,038 with 85,336 miles in Miami, FL.
Compare alternatives from other brands ↓
Sold by New Cars Florida
Miami, FL 33014
Contact details come from the dealer's listing and public business records. VinAssessment is not the seller and takes no fee — you deal with the dealer directly.
Inside your report
VIN report
2012 BMW 128i Convertible
VIN WBAUL7C53CVM82489
Accidents
Reported damage & accident records
Title
Salvage, flood & other title brands
Mileage
Recorded odometer readings
Listings
Past prices, dealers & listing photos
Section preview · Results shown in the full report
Market price range
Based on 16 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 20, 2026This vehicle · $12,038
Below market
$6,983
Typical price
$8,993
Above market
$14,070
This vehicle: $12,038 — $3,045 above the typical market price ($8,993)
Asking $12,038 · typical market price $8,993 · based on 16 comparable same-build listings.
THE SMARTER NEXT STEP
Love this car? See what else is out there.
2012 BMW 128i Convertible for sale near MiamiFL
3 cheaper within 50 miles · best $5,539 less
1 same trim
from $6,970
▼ $5,068 less
Hollywood
2 from 2011–2013, same body
from $6,499
▼ $5,539 less
Miami
See all 3 cars near you →
Compare on VehiSales ↗ · No dealer spam.
We don't sell cars and never share your details with dealers.
Cars in your search area
50 miles around Miami
Lower price Other cars Search center
This vehicle
Dots show approximate vehicle locations.
Vehicle locations appear when available.
Price history for this VIN
Price dropped $3 (−0.0%) over 56 days.
Jul 27, 2026 · $12,041
Sep 21, 2026 · $12,038
Asking prices recorded across 7 listing dates for VIN WBAUL7C53CVM82489, spanning 56 days.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Cars Florida | Miami, FL 33014 | $12,038 | 85,336 mi | 2026-09-21 | 2 d ago |
| Sunrise Ford | Fort Pierce, FL 34982 | $12,041 | 85,336 mi | 2026-07-27 | 2 d ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Ford | Fort Pierce, FL 34982 | $12,038 | — | 2026-09-10 | 9 d ago |
| Sunrise Volkswagen of Ft Pierce | Fort Pierce, FL 34982 | $13,387 | 85,336 mi | 2026-08-28 | 21 d ago |
| Sunrise Volkswagen of Fort Pierce | Fort Pierce, FL 34982 | $12,041 | 85,336 mi | 2026-08-18 | 30 d ago |
| Sunrise Ford Volkswagen | Fort Pierce, FL 34982 | $10,591 | 85,336 mi | 2026-08-08 | 30 d ago |
| Sunrise Ford Volkswagen of Fort Pierce | Fort Pierce, FL 34982 | $10,591 | 85,336 mi | 2026-08-06 | 30 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for WBAUL7C53CVM82489Trim
128I Convertible RWD
Engine
Horsepower
230
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Body
Convertible/Cabriolet
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
2
Model year
2012
Made by
BMW AG
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
21
MPG
City
18
MPG
Highway
28
MPG
$2,210
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 21 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 BMW 128i likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Fuel
$11,050
Insurance
$8,925
Maintenance & repairs
$10,500
Total, 5 years
$30,475
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 BMW 128i has 5 recall campaigns as of August 2026. EPA combined fuel economy: 21 MPG.
5 recall campaigns on this model year
Check accident & title history →
-
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMBMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2012 BMW 128i, 135i, 135is Coupes and 128i, 135i Convertible vehicles.NHTSA campaign 19V579000
-
AIR BAGSBMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i,…NHTSA campaign 20V017000
-
AIR BAGSBMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i…NHTSA campaign 16V071000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2012 BMW 128i from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 BMW 128I over the last 4 months — the market firmed $758 in that span.
Mar
May
Aug
Sep
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $9,990 |
| May 2026 | $11,248 |
| August 2026 | $10,591 |
| September 2026 | $10,748 |
A little comparison goes a long way
About this comparison ↓What else could you drive?
Compare 2012 BMW 128i with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of September 23, 2026, among alternatives (model years 2010–2012) to the 2012 BMW 128i in this catalog, the 2012 Volvo C70 has the lowest median asking price ($8,999, 27 listings with photos) and the 2010 Lexus IS the highest ($11,999, 159 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 23, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
The car you are viewing
2012 BMW 128i
128I Convertible RWD · United States
$12,038Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $8,995 · 45 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $7,995–$11,263
Explore this model’s prices →Explore the alternatives
Change trims, mileage or location →
$3,039 lower median
2012 Volvo C70
All trims
$8,999Median asking price · 27 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$6,900–$10,995
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual T5 listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$2,039 lower median
2010 Audi S5
All trims
$9,999Median asking price · 29 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$9,330–$12,475
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Quattro Premium Plus listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$39 lower median
2010 Lexus IS
All trims
$11,999Median asking price · 159 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$9,790–$15,980
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual 250C listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 BMW 128i 128I Convertible RWD | $8,995 | $7,995–$11,263 | 45 |
| 2012 Audi A5 All trims | $9,100 | $7,800–$11,857 | 70 |
| 2012 Volvo C70 All trims | $8,999 | $6,900–$10,995 | 27 |
| 2010 Audi S5 All trims | $9,999 | $9,330–$12,475 | 29 |
| 2010 Lexus IS All trims | $11,999 | $9,790–$15,980 | 159 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: September 23, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 0 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
VehiSales opens in a new tab with the model, year and known mileage range. Confirm trim, fuel, drivetrain, condition and location on VehiSales; its live inventory may differ.
Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2008–2013What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 56 | $10,107 | 100% | 86,315 mi |
| 2012 | 51 | $8,995 | 89% | 93,908 mi |
| 2011 | 56 | $8,064 | 80% | 101,809 mi |
| 2010 | 15 | $9,490 | 94% | 106,432 mi |
| 2009 | 32 | $8,184 | 81% | 99,450 mi |
| 2008 | 22 | $9,246 | 91% | 86,975 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
