Specifications
Highlights
• One of the last of the E39 M5's ever produced
• Completely factory stock and optioned nicely from factory
• EAG Heritage M5 with multiple extensive service history
EAG Impressions
The E39 5-Series is often regarded as one of BMW's finest hours, striking a near-perfect balance between comfort, performance, and technology. While European markets enjoyed a wide range of engines, including efficient diesels and potent V8s, U.S. buyers had a more limited selection. The crown jewel of the lineup, the E39 M5, arrived in North America for the 2000 model year. Unlike previous generations, this M5 featured a V8 engine, bringing it closer in specification to its European counterpart. However, subtle differences remained, such as European models receiving a more advanced dynamic stability control system.
Overview
The E39 M5 chassis is turning 25 years old this year, and even today, it remains the sports sedan that every modern sedan is measured against. That is just one of the many reasons that we at EAG are fans of this chassis, we always try to find great examples, and this one is, without a shadow of a doubt, one of the best anywhere. In an era where BMW’s slogan was “The Ultimate Driving Machine,” the E39 M5 seems tailor-made to fit that phrase.
Powering this M5 is the aforementioned S62 V8- a true masterpiece of engineering. The 4.9-liter engine produces 394 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque thanks to 8 individual throttle bodies and double VANOS variable valve timing. As the first V8 BMW M car, the E39 offered seamless performance anywhere in the powerband. Whereas some of BMW’s previous M cars required the driver to wring them out to extract real-world performance, the E39 M5 offers effortless speed in any gear, at any revs. The only available gearbox for this M5 was a 6-speed Getrag manual, which sent power to the rear wheels through a limited-slip differential. In period, these M5s were clocked as running from 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds and on to an electronically limited top speed of 155- although it has been said with the limiter removed, they are easily capable of more than 185 mph.
History
This EAG Heritage E39 M5 has substantial history with EAG starting in 2017 and service records dating back to when the vehicle was new. This is one of the last 75 M5's ever built and holds a special place in our heart. When we first received this example from Southern California we invested over 12k in services ensuring it was turn-key and needed nothing. These services included full fluid and filter service, water pump and thermostat replacement, oil pan solenoid seal replacement, power steering cooler line replacement, proactive clutch replacement with rear main seal, front thrust arm bushing replacement along with alignment, sway bar bushings were replaced, rear sway bar brackets upgraded, and all of the EAG Extra Mile services to recreate delivery day back in 2003. This will receive another EAG comprehensive inspection and subsequent work order for the new enthusiast owner. We look forward to continue to support this model throughout its next ownership!
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