Description
This 2006 BMW M5 is an undisputed modern classic, and arguably the car that ignited the ‘arms race’ of contemporary super saloons. It is powered by the 500bhp 5. 0-litre V10 engine, and is driven through the rear wheels via the seven-speed sequential manual gearbox (SMG). The odometer indicates just 72, 750 miles from new, which is supported by a detailed history file.
It was ordered new as a dealer demonstrator car, and as such is fitted with almost every option available. The original invoice total stood at more than £90, 000 in 2006, or almost 50% more than the car’s basic price.
Finished in the beautiful Silverstone Blue II metallic hue, the paintwork is in superb condition all around the car. The detailed photos in the media gallery showcase its impressive appearance.
The car sits on the optional 19-inch double-spoke ‘Style 167’ alloy wheels, which have recently been fully refurbished and remain in outstanding condition. It also has the correct and subtle M-specification rear bootlid spoiler, and retains the original exhaust with dual twin tailpipes.
Inside, the cabin is trimmed in Silverstone Nappa leather, including the full extended option with leather on the dashboard and door cards. The headlining and pillars are finished in charcoal Alcantara. Ahead of the driver is the three-spoke M steering wheel with tri-colour stitching, while the dashboard and doors are accented by brushed aluminium trim pieces.
The upholstery is in excellent condition, with the leather evidently having been cleaned and conditioned appropriately to keep it in such great shape. The cabin also benefits from being equipped with the M multi-function seats, which include active backrest width positioning and full electric adjustment, as well as a memory function for the driver. The front seats also feature both three-stage heating and three-stage ventilation. Its impressive specification also includes heated seats and side airbags for passengers in the back, dual-zone climate control, the Comfort Access package with push-button start, and cruise control. It also features adaptive xenon headlights, front and rear parking sensors, and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror.
** Mechanically, it would be hard to find another E60 M5 in better condition, or with the knowledge that so many big-ticket items have been sorted in recent years. Knowing that some common issues with this era of M5 can prove to be very costly to fix, the previous owner wisely chose to put BMW warranty cover on the car as soon as he acquired it in 2013. Within the last number years in particular, he has benefitted from having numerous substantial items replaced - all of which were covered by the guarantee. This includes a NEW V10 engine at 50k Miles in 2017 and a NEW SMG gearbox in 2019. This engine has only covered 22k miles !
In 2017, the original engine spun a shell and caused damage to the block. Therefore, a complete new V10 engine was sourced and installed. The year before this, a brand-new replacement gearbox was also fitted, along with a new flywheel and clutch, and a new SMG pump. The retail value of all of the parts and labour was around £40, 000.
All of the warranty work was completed by BMW main dealers including Park Lane, Sytner and Stephen James. The new engine has covered less than 22, 000 miles and has had its important running-in service. The replacement gearbox, clutch and pump have covered around 27, 000 miles. Prior warranty work also included a replacement passenger seat sensor in 2014, along with a new upshift paddle
With a great demo spec, incredible service history and a 22k mile v10 engine, i believe this to be one of the best V10 M5s on the market.
V10MOJ reg is included in the sale
Delivery to UK available, no charges to be applied on the car renetering the UK as it was brought in through North Of Ireland
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