• Silverstone Blue with Nappa Heritage Schwarz (black) leather
• For the E39 M5, BMW used the now-legendary 4941cc V8 (M52) engine that produced 400bhp coupled to a Getrad Type D six-speed manual gearbox
• For improved handling, the E39 M5 benefitted from upgraded shock absorbers, shorter spring rates, steel ball joints, re-enforced anti-roll bars front and rear and a quick ratio steering rack
• This particular M5 was optioned with Electric heated memory seats, individual anthracite headlining, air conditioning/climate control, velour floor mats, headlight washing system, Xenon lights, tyre pressure monitor system, Hi-Fi speaker system, climate comfort windscreen
• High Gloss Shadowline window/door trim, piano black interior trim and gloss black front kidney grill

• This E39 M5 is presented in stunning condition overall with the V5C showing just 3 previous owners
• Factory specification Silverstone Blue exterior paint (a challenging colour shade to capture effectively in photos) is completely blemish free
• The black leather interior is in near perfect condition with hardly-noticeable creases and no tears
• All buttons and switches work as they should
• There are no missing pixels anywhere in the gauge cluster information display or centre console
• The car has undergone no documented repair work to the body with no stone chips or scratches of note anywhere
• The interior cigarette lighter/ashtray door opens and closes as it should (a rarity on E39's)
• The retractable cup holders - both front and rear - work as they should (an even greater rarity on E39's)
• The tyres could benefit from being replaced with something more sporty but the current set have plenty of tread

• As per the pictures, there is a complete BMW service history booklet included in the sale as well as a folder with paperwork and receipts documenting majority of known work carried out
• This E39 M5 underwent its most recent MOT in Nov 2021 resulting in a first time pass with no advisories
• A Level 2 service (oil, brake fluid, microfilters) was carried out in Aug 2020 at 68544 miles
• A Level 1 service (oil) was carried out in May 2016 at 66354 miles
• The clutch, flywheel and new gearbox oil was replaced/changed in June 2014 at 64829 miles
• New brake discs and pads were installed in the summer of 2013 at 64250 miles

This BMW E39 M5 is an exceptional example and must be seen to be believed. Heralded as one of the greatest saloon cars ever made, this particular E39 M5 boasts low mileage for its age, few owners and a complete service history. Buyers should bid with absolute confidence.

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