Highlights
- Low documented mileage of 60,000 miles
- Full BMW service history with all bills included
- Stored in a dry garage since 2017 when not in use
- Only three former registered keepers
- Factory standard and original car with no modifications
- Recently service, including oil, filters and brake fluid by BMW
- Smart car in Sapphire Black with Merino Schwarz leather
- MOT to May 2026 with no advisories
The Appeal
With the wolves from Jaguar, Mercedes and Audi snapping at its super saloon crown, BMW had to pull out the stops for the fourth-generation M5. The result was the superb E60 with a brand-new, purpose-built 5L V10 507bhp engine under the bonnet.
As tradition dictated, the new M5 looked much like a regular 520, but was definitely wasn’t. This was a four-door supercar that was packed with clever tech offering different driving modes and enhancements.
The trick when buying a E60 M5 is to find a car like this one. There are plenty about, but this car ticks the boxes. It is a low-keeper, low-mileage car in a desirable colour scheme with full BMW service history. Crucially, it is also factory standard and original.
The vendor acquired it for his collection in 2017 and has looked after it well. Alongside regular main dealer servicing irrespective of mileage, it has been carefully dry stored when not in use.
You can guess all this from the photos. It is a very well-kept and presented car. It comes to market with long, advisory-free MOT and a fresh service including brake fluid change.
The vendor says:
“It's an amazing car to drive. it's truly a pleasure to be behind the steering wheel, and I absolutely love every minute in it. The iconic V10 engine is the absolute highlight.”
History and Paperwork
- First registered 30th March 2006
- Three former registered keepers
- Current keeper acquired car in December 2017
- Full service history with all bills included
- Service book shows full BMW servicing to June 2025
- Serviced in June 2025 by Berry Thames Ditton BMW at 59,900 miles
- Service included engine oil, fuel filter, air filters (including microfilter), and brake fluid
- Kept in a dry garage for the last eight years
- Regularly inspected during current keeper’s tenure
- No modifications - everything is in original condition we are told
- Factory handbooks and wallet
- V5C in current keeper’s name
- Large history file of invoices by BMW main dealers
- Service book shows 14 stamps by main dealers
- MOT valid to 20th May 2026 with no advisories and 59,001 miles on test
The Condition
- Factory standard and unmodified car with original finish throughout
- Black Sapphire metallic paintwork in good order
- Vendor reports that car has no scratches or marks
- Front of car appears to be largely free from stone chips
- Underside is in very good condition with no rust according to the seller
- No structural advisories on last MOT
- Bodywork in good order with straight panels and good panel fit
- 19in multispoke factory standard alloys in very good condition as shown
- Quality matching Continental tyres fitted showing good sidewall and tread condition
- High specification Merino Schwarz full leather interior with few indications of use
- Slight bolster wear to driver’s seat and small scuff to the nearside rear bench as shown
- Vendor advises that door sill cover plates have age-related marks
- All switches and interior functions are working properly we are told
- Features iDrive infotainment system with navigation, DVD player, and TV player
- 16-way adjustable front seats with memory and heating functions
The Mechanics
- 507bhp 4,999cc V10 S85
- 7-speed SMG transmission
- The vendor states that it is mechanically in perfect condition
- Full service history with 14 stamps by BMW dealers
- Recent service in June 2025 including brake fluid change
- Factory standard unmodified car, we are told
- Clutch and flywheel replaced at 49,640 miles in around 2015 we are told
- No advisories on current MOT
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