BMW M5 owners. Got one now!! PICS!!
27-09-2008, 11:40 PM
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I love these cars, they are my absolute dream car!
I am aiming to get one in the next 2 years, well as soon as I can afford really I suppose
The only car I will sell my Corrado for
I am aiming to get one in the next 2 years, well as soon as I can afford really I suppose
The only car I will sell my Corrado for
28-09-2008, 04:53 PM
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mines an early one but has had them replaced
28-09-2008, 05:02 PM
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My BMW dealers have never had to replace any either. The M5 is as reliable as any other German built Ł65000 car. Bear in mind at time of launch you could buy HOUSES in this price bracket, so unreliability wasnt an option.
Secondly, how many articles have you seen about the ring taxi breaking down? Now those cars get more abuse than any M5 you or I will be buying...
28-09-2008, 05:06 PM
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I did think it was a bit stange for a Ł65000 car to have a serious flaw like that...but I can see it having been exaggerated.
What kind of price am I looking at for a decent one? and what would the average mileage be at that price?
What kind of price am I looking at for a decent one? and what would the average mileage be at that price?
28-09-2008, 06:21 PM
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spot on stu, one thing bmw wont tell people is that if youre vanos does become inoperative it can more often than not be serviced/overhauled/repaired in situ, majority of vanos issues ive heard of were cured with new solenoid o rings in the front housing.
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28-09-2008, 06:36 PM
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Thanks, i'd prefer cup holders as the TrafficMaster is a subscription service which i wouldn't use, so i might invest in a pair
Interior shots are a bit grubby as i hadn't vac'd it...but it's minty mint inside
Interior shots are a bit grubby as i hadn't vac'd it...but it's minty mint inside
28-09-2008, 07:13 PM
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How much power did your Evo have mate? Be interested to see what linear raw power feels like and also whether the M5 is a match for your Evo. But definitely wanting your opinion on power delivery and what it feels like since for my next car don't know whether to go high power N/A or turbo.
28-09-2008, 07:19 PM
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How much power did your Evo have mate? Be interested to see what linear raw power feels like and also whether the M5 is a match for your Evo. But definitely wanting your opinion on power delivery and what it feels like since for my next car don't know whether to go high power N/A or turbo.
the M5 is quite lardy though so initial acceleration isn't breathtaking, but once rolling it puts on speed at an amzing rate for such a big car, the limiter can be hit in a relatively short distance.
The main benefit is that it's fast AND comfy/luxurious, which edges it for me..the EVO was awesome though around corners etc.
28-09-2008, 07:22 PM
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How much power did your Evo have mate? Be interested to see what linear raw power feels like and also whether the M5 is a match for your Evo. But definitely wanting your opinion on power delivery and what it feels like since for my next car don't know whether to go high power N/A or turbo.
My motor produces 95% of its peak torque at 2,600rpm and holds it to 4,000rpm which is when it starts to climb to 100% peak torque. Come 6,000RPM its still chucking out about 87% peak torque and it gives the car a sense of smoothness and never ending acceleration – gear after gear.
Horses for courses
28-09-2008, 07:25 PM
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You can get an M5 now for Evo 6 money. Don't know how decent they would be though but browsing pistonheads you can get very nice MINT low mile M5s for sort of Evo 8 money although I wouldn't be looking that high up. Looking more or less around Evo 6ish money.
I bet though once around 5000rpm where double VANOS comes in that thing PROPERLY goes!!! Must sound a bit tasty as well. Heard an M5 V8 before and even just pottering around they give the most awesome growl!
I bet though once around 5000rpm where double VANOS comes in that thing PROPERLY goes!!! Must sound a bit tasty as well. Heard an M5 V8 before and even just pottering around they give the most awesome growl!
28-09-2008, 07:28 PM
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You can get an M5 now for Evo 6 money. Don't know how decent they would be though but browsing pistonheads you can get very nice MINT low mile M5s for sort of Evo 8 money although I wouldn't be looking that high up. Looking more or less around Evo 6ish money.
I bet though once around 5000rpm where double VANOS comes in that thing PROPERLY goes!!! Must sound a bit tasty as well. Heard an M5 V8 before and even just pottering around they give the most awesome growl!
I bet though once around 5000rpm where double VANOS comes in that thing PROPERLY goes!!! Must sound a bit tasty as well. Heard an M5 V8 before and even just pottering around they give the most awesome growl!
Ł11k upwards will get you a great car and i'm sure some of the slightly cheaper ones will be fine too.
Only thing to be wary of is to check that the car you look at doesn't have some big bills on the way, for instance a set of tyres or a clutch, or even new brakes...these parts alone could sting the wallet a bit!
Maybe all of this interest from people will push the values UP?
28-09-2008, 08:22 PM
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Only thing to be wary of is to check that the car you look at doesn't have some big bills on the way, for instance a set of tyres or a clutch, or even new brakes...these parts alone could sting the wallet a bit!
Maybe all of this interest from people will push the values UP?
Maybe all of this interest from people will push the values UP?
How do i know? I replaced the lot as a precaution prior to going to the ring this year. That said, tyre and brake wear is excellent IMO.
28-09-2008, 09:22 PM
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tyres alone cost me just over a grand! ouch!
Mind you - i do drive it sideways everywhere!
How much do you think for a clutch change Stu? Mine is about to go Im pretty sure....doesnt seem to like being heated up in spirited runs between short runs of roundabouts
Mind you - i do drive it sideways everywhere!
How much do you think for a clutch change Stu? Mine is about to go Im pretty sure....doesnt seem to like being heated up in spirited runs between short runs of roundabouts
28-09-2008, 11:21 PM
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my clutch kit cost me 230 quid, no labour as i did it myself,if paying a garage expect to be charged up to 300 quid in labour alone(obviously not @ the main dealer,double that and then some probly!), just changed tyres a couple of days ago from conti sport contact2s to pirelli p zero rosso,s front 2 cost me 180 quid fitted, rear two 250 quid fitted, due to a good pal with superb contacts in the tyre game.
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29-09-2008, 09:32 PM
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Far from crazy whe you look at the price difference, and they drive better too, the new engine is quite lethargic at the bottom end compared to the old one. Its a regular bone of contention when owners upgrade, that said, i bet its the ONLY one... LOL
29-09-2008, 10:28 PM
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For the price difference it really is a no brainer but I think it would be ridiculous to call the V10 in the M5 gutless and the toys/looks/comfort it offers. At the moment, price difference alone decides it for me but hopefully when I'm in a position to look at an M5 (good few years yet ) the prices will be more affordable!
) the prices will be more affordable!
29-09-2008, 10:45 PM
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.. and heres me gonna give you a call to pop over in the Evo this weekend 
Congrats on the new purchase tho m8, you was umming and arring about keeping the Evo. Will look forward to seeing the M5 in the flesh tho next time you have a PC problem or when ur in the area!
Congrats on the new purchase tho m8, you was umming and arring about keeping the Evo. Will look forward to seeing the M5 in the flesh tho next time you have a PC problem or when ur in the area!
30-09-2008, 05:52 PM
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Just got home from picking mine up And well wot an awesome car.Thought my 530d sport was good but this is another level in comfort, power and luxury could play all day with the toys
Will get some pic's up soon if bud weis dont mind or i'll start my own thread
And well wot an awesome car.Thought my 530d sport was good but this is another level in comfort, power and luxury could play all day with the toys Will get some pic's up soon if bud weis dont mind or i'll start my own thread
30-09-2008, 05:55 PM
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Congrats btw,
30-09-2008, 06:07 PM
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Yeh suppose ya right maye and will spoil your thread so will sort my own out
Was gonna ask wot that TM button was as i got the cup holders tobut might have a spare set going soon mate so will let ya know
Was gonna ask wot that TM button was as i got the cup holders to
but might have a spare set going soon mate so will let ya know
30-09-2008, 06:15 PM
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Looking forward to seeing the pics, we need a BMW M cars room on this site now!!
30-09-2008, 06:32 PM
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Yeh sounds a good idea and think stu should use his powers to make it happen even make it M5 only dont want them lesser M3 owners getting in
01-10-2008, 10:45 AM
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Best of luck with your new M5. Love those cars.
A little bit off topic:
Love the sound of the M5 (E60) in this clip:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDVb5sipzkA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2d9wd...eature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnFA7...eature=related
A little bit off topic:
Love the sound of the M5 (E60) in this clip:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDVb5sipzkA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2d9wd...eature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnFA7...eature=related
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