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BMW M5 (E60) - Price, Specs and 360 Interactive

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BMW M5 (E60) - Key Specifications

BMW M5 (E60) Specifications

Specification	Details
Type	High-Performance Sports Sedan
Released At	2005
Built At	Dingolfing, Germany
Engine	5.0L Naturally Aspirated V10 (S85)
Position	Front-Engine, Longitudinal
Aspiration	Naturally Aspirated
Block Material	Aluminum-Silicon Alloy
Valvetrain	DOHC, 4 Valves per Cylinder, Double-VANOS
Fuel Feed	Electronic Fuel Injection
Displacement	4999 cc / 305 cu in
Power	507 hp / 373 kW @ 7750 rpm
Specific Output	101.4 hp per liter
Torque	520 Nm / 384 lb-ft @ 6100 rpm
Top Speed	250 km/h / 155 mph (electronically limited)
0 – 60 mph	4.1 seconds
0 – 100 km/h	4.3 seconds
Body / Frame	Steel Unibody with Aluminum Front End
Driven Wheels	RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive)
Wheel Type	19" M Double-Spoke Alloy Wheels
Front Tires	255/40ZR19
Rear Tires	285/35ZR19
Front Brakes	Ventilated Discs with Dual-Piston Calipers
Rear Brakes	Ventilated Discs with Single-Piston Calipers
Front Wheels	19 x 8.5 in
Rear Wheels	19 x 9.5 in
Front Suspension	Independent MacPherson Struts with Coil Springs
Rear Suspension	Independent Multi-Link with Coil Springs
Curb Weight	1830 kg / 4034 lbs
Weight Distribution	Front 52% / Rear 48%
Wheelbase	2889 mm / 113.8 in
Length	4855 mm / 191.1 in
Width	1846 mm / 72.7 in
Height	1469 mm / 57.8 in
Transmission	7-Speed SMG III Automated Manual
Fuel Economy (Combined)	14.8 L/100 km / 15.9 mpg (US)
Fuel Capacity	70 liters / 18.5 gallons

Some Interesting BMW M5 (E60) Facts

Powered by a Formula 1–Inspired V10 Engine The E60 M5 featured a 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V10 engine (S85), producing 507 horsepower and 520 Nm of torque, redlining at 8,250 rpm — a direct result of BMW’s involvement in Formula 1 during the 2000s.

0–100 km/h in Just 4.7 Seconds Despite being a full-size luxury sedan, the E60 M5 could sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (0–62 mph) in just 4.7 seconds, making it one of the fastest four-doors of its time.

7-Speed SMG Transmission Only (Initially) It came with a 7-speed SMG (Sequential Manual Gearbox) — a single-clutch automated manual — which was fast but controversial for daily drivability. A 6-speed manual was later offered in North America only.

Launch Control Included The E60 M5 was equipped with Launch Control, allowing for maximum acceleration from a standstill — a rare feature in sedans at the time.

M Button for Maximum Power The car had an “M” button on the steering wheel that toggled between a default 400 hp mode and the full 507 hp performance setting, along with adjusting throttle response and shift behavior.

Dynamic Driving Systems Galore It featured Electronic Damper Control (EDC), DSC stability control, and active steering, allowing drivers to fine-tune the car’s behavior from comfort to all-out performance.

iDrive with Customizable M Settings Owners could use the iDrive system to customize suspension stiffness, throttle mapping, shift speed, and more — effectively building their own M driving profile.

Quad Exhaust and Aggressive Styling The E60 M5 stood out with quad exhaust tips, flared fenders, M-specific bumpers, and unique wheels — aggressive but still classy, in classic M fashion.

One of the Last Naturally Aspirated M Engines The S85 V10 was BMW M’s only V10 and one of the last high-revving, naturally aspirated engines before the brand moved to turbocharging in later M5s (F10 and beyond).

Known for Reliability… Challenges While thrilling to drive, the E60 M5 became known for expensive maintenance and complex electronics, particularly issues with the SMG transmission, rod bearings, and throttle actuators — making proper care essential.

BMW M5 (E60) - Price

The BMW M5 (E60) is the wildest super-sedan ever built—a 507hp V10 with a 7-speed SMG gearbox, 8,250rpm redline, and F1-inspired engineering. More raw than modern M5s and rarer than an E39, it’s now a depreciation-proof legend.

1. Price Ranges (EUR, Mid-2024)

Standard E60 M5 (5.0L V10, 507hp)

High-Mileage/Modified (150,000+ km): €25,000 – €35,000(Check for SMG pump failures, rod bearing wear, and neglected maintenance.)

Well-Maintained (80,000–150,000 km): €40,000 – €60,000(Full BMW history, recent rod bearings/SMG service, no rust.)

Collector-Grade (<50,000 km): €70,000 – €100,000+(Garage-kept, unmodified, rare colors like "Interlagos Blue".)

Key Variants

6-Speed Manual (Rare!): +€15,000 – €25,000(Only ~15% of production.)

Individual Paint (e.g., "Ruby Black"): +€5,000

"20 Jahre M5" Edition (2005): €80,000+(Limited run, unique badging.)

2. Key Factors Affecting Value

✅ Last-of-Its-Kind V10

BMW’s only production V10—S85 engine shares DNA with F1 cars.

Manual cars appreciating fastest (3x rarer than SMG).

✅ Options That Matter

Extended Leather (Full Merino): +€3,000

EDC Suspension (Working!): +€2,000(€5k to repair if faulty.)

Cold Weather Pack (Heated Rear Seats): +€1,500

✅ Mileage Sensitivity

Every 20,000 km reduces value by ~€3,000–5,000.

Over 200,000 km? Expect €15k+ in engine/transmission work.

⚠️ Critical Watch-Outs

Rod Bearing Failure(Mandatory replacement every 80,000 km—€5k job.)

SMG Pump Failures(€3k repair—conversions to manual cost €10k+.)

Rust(Check jacking points, rear subframe, and trunk seams.)

3. Where to Buy in the EU?

Official Channels:

BMW Classic Certified (Select Dealers)(Rare—mostly for low-mileage cars.)

Specialists (e.g., AC Schnitzer, M Division Experts)

Private Sales:

Mobile.de / Autoscout24(Filter for "Full History".)

BMW M5 Forums(Best for unmodified examples.)

Pro Tip: Buy the best manual you can afford—they’re rising 10% annually in value.

4. Market Trends

📈 Manual Mania

Manual E60 M5s now €80k+ for <50,000km examples.

SMG cars stable at €30k–50k for good condition.

⚠️ Trap Warning

"Cheap" sub-€20k cars often need €20k+ in deferred repairs.

US Imports(Lack EU headlights/paperwork—avoid.)

5. Must-Do Checks

🔧 Mechanical:

Cold Start Vanos Test(Rattles = €4k repair.)

SMG Gear Changes(Should be crisp—delays indicate pump issues.)

📄 Paperwork:

BMW VIN Decoder(Verify original spec.)

Rod Bearing Service Records(Non-negotiable!)