2012 BMW 128i
WBAUN1C51CVH78038
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Last listed by Carmel Motors
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2012 BMW 128i for sale near San DiegoCA
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Price history for this VIN
Price dropped $2,269 (−28.7%) over 60 days.
Asking prices recorded across 4 listing dates for VIN WBAUN1C51CVH78038, spanning 60 days.
Listings
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel Motors | San Diego, CA 92126 | $5,999 | 131,226 mi | 2025-12-29 | 277 d ago |
| LXR Car | San Diego, CA 92126 | $5,650 | 131,226 mi | 2025-11-23 | 243 d ago |
| AutoNation Chrysler Jeep Broadway | Littleton, CO 80121 | $7,919 | 131,089 mi | 2025-11-22 | 312 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for WBAUN1C51CVH78038Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 BMW 1 Series likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
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Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 BMW 1 Series has 1 recall campaign as of September 2026.
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGBMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3…NHTSA campaign 23V707000
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 1 Series from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 21, 2026.
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 BMW 128i (this car) | $9,095 | 11 | — |
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class | $23,500 | 3 | +$14,405 |
| 2013 Ferrari California | $93,496 | 2 | +$84,401 |
| 2012 Ferrari 458 | $467,498 | 2 | +$458,403 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
