Another e39 m5

[Arma 134]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/e39/auction-644624255.htm

Interesting colour.. might go check it out

[qube 3570]

Looks like a good example at a good price despite milage. Well worth it IMO

[Tristan 338]

Wow another one! Looks like a good buy, could probably knock a grand or two off.

[hybrid 1043]

Check the bonnet and bumper repair ... this was at the track day we were at when he hit the barrier. It wasnt a bad one nor did it set off the airbags but worth checkind the repair was done right.

[M5V8 337]

178ks & going strong. makes me think. With regular maintenance what would be the expected lifespan of one of these engines? has anyone heard of one with double that still going?

[lord_jagganath 421]

Oil consumption is a worrying sign imo.

[BreakMyWindow 1874]

Oil consumption is a worrying sign imo.

It's considered normal for pre-2000 models.

178ks & going strong. makes me think. With regular maintenance what would be the expected lifespan of one of these engines? has anyone heard of one with double that still going?

In 'Murica there are examples of mega mileage M5's - 200k + miles.

Here's some specs on this one for any one interesed. Looks to have some individual data, however protected.

[BreakMyWindow 1874]

The 'Control, preseries' is an interesting option, perhaps a special test vehicle, or pre-production car??

[lord_jagganath 421]

^ I think some options on the car would have been a test item, it may have even come without a clear coat?

[Arma 134]

The 'Control, preseries' is an interesting option, perhaps a special test vehicle, or pre-production car??

I think could be a pre-prod car. Apparently:

"These codes are most commonly found before the actual production starts. However they may also be used when there are significant changes made to an existing model. For instance you will find both codes on facelift M%s that are built before 9/2000. Even with some smaller changes they may still carry the code 991. Such as Audio systems, specific colours etc. The factory always do a pre-series run (at least 1 car) There are Le-Mans blue m5s built already in 1999 for example."

Edited September 29, 2013 by Arma

[M5V8 337]

interesting my 2003 M5 used about that amount of oil also. Usually only when pushed hard for extended periods. I went through a 1lt during Targa 2007.

My current 2002, never used even a drop.

[BreakMyWindow 1874]

interesting my 2003 M5 used about that amount of oil also. Usually only when pushed hard for extended periods. I went through a 1lt during Targa 2007.

My current 2002, never used even a drop.

Hand-built engine lottery. But probably a lot to do with how the Engines were run-in for the first 2000kms.

[Arma 134]

I'm guessing with something like this it wouldn't be unlikely to have to put in a few grand of maintenance to bring it up to decent condition

[jeffbebe 1559]

I'm guessing with something like this it wouldn't be unlikely to have to put in a few grand of maintenance to bring it up to decent condition

Looks in pretty decent nick and sounds like the owner has kept well on top of maintenance including preventative. I'd say it'd cost a lot less than the Avus Blue one that was for sale recently (which I looked at).

I'm interested in this but in Australia this week, so would imagine it will be gone by the time I get back at that price. Not a fan of the colour... Would want to put a few grand away to paint it!! haha

[elmarco 56]

Pre-series is effectively their production ramp up before full production release with the final process timings, final sign offs on purchased materials & tooling etc. The europeans use the word control where we would say quality check. So in short i believe this actually referring to additional production testing / checks before production release of the line & has no bearing on the actual spec of the car.

[liyi_92 37]

Looks in pretty decent nick and sounds like the owner has kept well on top of maintenance including preventative. I'd say it'd cost a lot less than the Avus Blue one that was for sale recently (which I looked at).

I'm interested in this but in Australia this week, so would imagine it will be gone by the time I get back at that price. Not a fan of the colour... Would want to put a few grand away to paint it!! haha

Or I would just wrap it up Matte black.

[DaveO 47]

Crazy that I had only ever seen one on there in over a year, then as soon as I buy my one another appears!

Edited September 30, 2013 by DaveO

[jeffbebe 1559]

Crazy that I had only ever seen one on there in over a year, then as soon as I buy my one another appears!

This one doesn't meet your specifications, though!!

[Arma 134]

This one doesn't meet your specifications, though!!

^this

You're one looks much nicer DaveO. Regardless, I wouldn't complain about having a piece of this one

[liyi_92 37]

I agree DaveO's look much much nicer with the bonus "investment" plate too. Uber jealous...

[Tristan 338]

Same colour on my E92 but tbh don't like it on the E39s or E46s..

EDIT:
Nvm mine's SS "2"

Edited September 30, 2013 by Tristan

[philwalter 30]

I like the colour. Certain this car has been discussed on here before. Its changed hands a few times over the last several years. Tradin Post on Stanley Street had it for a while and I think a few members ( myself included) took it for test drives.

[str8_6 275]

Agreed, tons of information on oil usage online. Within spec. Post 2000 cars can be impacted too.

It's considered normal for pre-2000 models.

In 'Murica there are examples of mega mileage M5's - 200k + miles.

Here's some specs on this one for any one interesed. Looks to have some individual data, however protected.

[Arma 134]

Was just thinking. Isn't this m5 the same colour as the one Ray used as a donor for 8M3 ?

[BreakMyWindow 1874]

Was just thinking. Isn't this m5 the same colour as the one Ray used as a donor for 8M3 ?

Yep.