Highlights

Sought-after Interlagos Blue over black leather Touring specification
Desirable post-LCI model with cosmetic revisions inside and out
Very well maintained with extensive recent investment
Rod bearings, throttle actuators and other work completed in 2026 by M specialists
History file with 18 service book stamps and extensive invoices
Maintained in recent years by marque specialist Munich Legends
Private number plate V10MSU included in the sale
Current MOT valid to May 2027 with no advisories

The Appeal

With Audi and Mercedes vying for the super saloon crown, BMW had to pull out all the stops for the E60-generation M5. And it absolutely did. At its heart was the firm’s all-new, Formula One-derived S85 V10, an engine as legendary as anything to wear the blue propeller. Ever since, buyers and reviewers have been effusive. This really is one of the greatest saloons ever built.

This Interlagos Blue 2008 M5 adds dog-carrying capability to the car’s lengthy list of attributes, starting with that 500bhp output. It is a post-LCI example, so it benefits from updated exterior lights and a revised interior. The vendor bought the car earlier this year intending to keep it, but has since changed plans. That means the buyer benefits from a lot, and we mean a lot, of recent maintenance. The work covers key E61 check areas, including the rod bearings, gaskets, VANOS line, ARP bolts, scavenger pump, front springs and throttle actuators. Munich Legends have looked after the car in recent years, and the history file includes invoices going back to 2015. A more detailed list is provided below.

Inside and out, the condition is good for a car of this age, and it comes to market with a lengthy MOT containing no advisories. A find for fans of quick, properly maintained wagons.

Key Information

Mileage: 107,724 miles indicated (supported by service book and MOT history)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid to 5th May 2027 with no advisories
Technical specs: 5.0-litre V10 petrol (S85), 7-speed SMG paddle-shift, right-hand drive
Paperwork: V5 present in the vendor’s name, service book with 18 stamps, original books and manuals, extensive invoice file and MOT certificates
Registration: Private number plate V10MSU included

Service history

02/24 - 102,385 miles

02/22 - 99,965 miles
12/20 - 96,159 miles
03/20 - 92,474 miles
02/20 - 92,195 miles
04/18 - 80,622 miles
02/18 - 80,026 miles
07/16 - 73,047 miles
06/16 - 72,951 miles
02/16 - 71,472 miles
10/14 - 66,886 miles
03/14 - 63,397 miles
[undated – presumed 2013] - 60,836 miles
02/12 - 59,131 miles
02/11 - 46,301 miles
06/10 - 32,673 miles

Summary of recent work:

Looked after in recent years by Munich Legends
Rod bearings done
New VANOS line
Actuators replaced with lifetime warranty included
H&R springs and rear coded for correct ride height
Wheels refurbished with only one minor mark now
Callipers refurbished & painted
12mm spacers all round
Central control unit refurbished
Dampers recently replaced
Recent clutch replacement
New alternator fitted
New battery and relatively new spare
12 volt CarPlay fitted
A/C regassed and new sensors fitted

Recent maintenance by date:

2026 – Track rod ends, bushes & four-wheel alignment

2026 – Rod bearings & suspension work

2026 – A/C work

2026 – Throttle actuators

2026 – Wheel refurbishment & calliper overhaul

2025 – £4,292 – battery, front shock absorbers, discs and pads, height level sensor, etc

2024 – £1,504 – service, MOT, sand down seized undertray bolts, etc

2023 – £1,996 – replace engine DME

2023 – £954 – replace tailgate-to-body wiring loom, attention to radio aerial and sunroof

2023 – £2,297 – headlining repair; suspension control unit, diff input shaft seal, air spring

2020 – £1,009 – OSR brake calliper; discs and pads

2020 – £696 – repairs to DSC control unit

2018 – £1,269 – windscreen, etc

2017 – £712 – air-con condenser

2016 – £1,444 – oil cooler, discs and pads, rear wiper linkage

2015 – £1,647 – clutch, flywheel, etc

The Detail

Extensive recent work covering key M5 V10 check areas as detailed above
Further maintenance alongside regular servicing totalling several thousand pounds
Desirable Interlagos Blue metallic in good order with light marks typical of age
Stone chip beneath nearside headlight and slight mark on the bonnet’s leading edge
Some lacquer peel on the front bumper
Door sill protectors could benefit from fresh rubber seals
Headlights would benefit from a polish
Roof bars have been drilled for a previous roof rack fitting
Matching Pirelli P-Zero tyres reported in good condition
12mm spacers currently fitted; original parts included with the car
M Sport alloy wheels recently refurbished with minor marks reported
No structural or other advisories on MOT
Panoramic sunroof reported fully operational
The vendor states the black leather interior is in very good condition
We are told the interior has been kept smoke-free and pet-free
No warning lights illuminated on the dashboard
iDrive logs show no faults, we are told
Private number plate V10MSU included in the sale

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