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Highlights
- 5-litre V10, 7-speed SMG
- Superb specification
- German registered
- Two year TUV certification
- Already imported into the Netherlands, VAT and import duties are fully paid
The Appeal
In the 2000s, BMW was heavily involved in the V10 era of Formula 1, initially with Williams and latterly with Sauber. At some point, someone in the company was brave enough to go in front of the board and say “listen up chaps, I’ve got a great idea…”
Thus (we imagine) the slightly bonkers idea of a V10 powered executive saloon was born, and we are eternally grateful to BMW for allowing their engineers to run with it. As the first production saloon to be fitted with a V10, no one really had any idea if it would work. But work it did.
Thus (we imagine) the slightly bonkers idea of a V10 powered executive saloon was born, and we are eternally grateful to BMW for allowing their engineers to run with it. As the first production saloon to be fitted with a V10, no one really had any idea if it would work. But work it did.
This is a very tasteful example, finished with smart Spacegrau Metallic over a deep red leather interior. A technical masterpiece, if you’ve ever wondered what a saloon with the screaming heart of a race car would be like, this is the perfect opportunity to find out.
The History and Paperwork
- 2009 model year car
- Facelift model (post 2007)
- German registered
- Two year TUV certification
- Already imported into the Netherlands, VAT and import duties are fully paid
- Supplied with two keys
- 37,294Km indicated
The Interior
- Deep red leather upholstery, all presented in fine condition with only minor evidence of any wear, no damage or tears we can identify
- Black carpets through the cabin, grey carpet fitted in the boot, all free from stains and damage as far as we can see
- Bespoke fitted rubber mat set, including boot liner
- Electric sunroof, windows and door mirrors
- Electrically adjustable front seats with two-memory function
- Heated seats front and back
- iDrive computer
- Head-up display
- Satellite navigation
- Hands-free phone connection
- Sound system with radio and CD
- Dual zone air conditioning / climate control
- All of the internal trim pieces, switchgear and driving controls looks to be in good order, with light blemishes and signs of use
The Exterior
- Spacegrau Metallic paintwork, which all looks in good condition for the car’s age, with some minor swirls, marks and blemishes, but nothing that would worry us
- There is no bodywork damage or corrosion that we can identify, all the panels looks straight and smooth with even gaps
- 19” five-spoke alloys
- Bi-Xenon headlights
- LED daytime running lights and tail lights
- Flared arches and M bodykit including a boot lip spoiler, side skirts and a carbon fibre diffuser
- The external trim all looks to be present and correct, with the only issue we can identify being that a new BMW boot badge is apparently needed
The Mechanics
- 5-litre DOHC 40-valve V10, 90-degree layout for more balanced performance
- Very clean engine bay, with no signs of leaks or overheating that we could see
- Paddleshift seven-speed SMG transmission with 11 modes
- Three stage electronic damping control
- Full factory stainless steel ‘5 into 1’ twin exhaust system
- ABS, hill hold, power steering, traction control and launch control
- Manufacturer’s power figures: 507hp, delivered at 7,750rpm with a ‘standard’ 400hp mode for everyday driving
- 0-100km/h in 4.7 seconds, restricted top speed of 250km/h
- Derestricted models have been recorded at 322km/h+
- We’re told by the vendor that the car has just had a major service
Summary
Every now and then, BMW go completely mad and throw everything they have at a car, usually that results in something truly wonderful. That’s certainly the case with the E60 M5. From the way it sounds to the huge range of technical innovations and those intriguing Chris Bangle lines (which are maturing very well), every inch has been carefully thought out and beautifully executed.
With very low indicated mileage, a lovely colour combination and a high specification, we can’t think of a single reason not to put this handsome saloon on your driveway. After all, who wouldn’t want a V10 super-saloon?
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