1985 Other BMW Models Fuel Options

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1985 Other BMW Models 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 300K miles
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What type of fuel what you suggest to use for this year and model of BMW. 1985 318I.

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Jul 22, 2008 at 9:13 AM
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BMW recommends 89 octane fuel, however if you retard the timing a few degrees you should be able to run regular fuel without too much of an issue.
Jul 22, 2008 at 1:28 PM
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