E60 M5 finally bought!
Discussion
zainster said:
longintheleg said:
Lovely car and nice spec. You don't see many in White.
The wheels definitely don't suit the car and you should sell them on....to me!!
Do you have any plans or mods for it?
Thank you sir!The wheels definitely don't suit the car and you should sell them on....to me!!
Do you have any plans or mods for it?
Haha - if you're not joking, I'd be tempted to swap if you have the 166 M style alloys?
Although isn't the offset/sizes different on the Touring model?
The only mods that are tempting to me are:
Kidney Grilles
Alloys maybe
Spacers + Lowering springs (like Eibach/HR)
As I've put a BMW warranty on it, I'll stay with things that don't invalidate it and hopefully the things mentioned should be OK on that front.
The mods sound tasteful and hopefully BMW will allow you to install those bits.
I've just fitted gloss black grills to mine and I think it looks far better. I've also just ordered some 15mm hubcentric spacers which will be fitted soon.
Where abouts do you live?
That is one stunning looking M5, congratulations on such a magnificent purchase.
The full leather really oozes quality and class, what an ambience it creates.
I still miss mine and have a feeling that I'll end up in another one.
Keep us all posted about life with your V10 beast!
The full leather really oozes quality and class, what an ambience it creates.
I still miss mine and have a feeling that I'll end up in another one.
Keep us all posted about life with your V10 beast!
Edited by Jazzer on Thursday 5th February 19:58
Jazzer said:
That is one stunning looking M5, congratulations on such a magnificent purchase.
The full leather really oozes quality and class, what an ambience it creates.
I still miss mine and have a feeling that I'll end up in another one.
Keep us all posted about life with your V10 beast!
Thanks Jazzer! The full leather really oozes quality and class, what an ambience it creates.
I still miss mine and have a feeling that I'll end up in another one.
Keep us all posted about life with your V10 beast!
I do love the ambiance. Just wish I had done this earlier!
Definitely expecting an interesting ownership time ahead ... my God how do you live without that V10? You must get back in one!
longintheleg said:
Well if they're the 167's designed for the E60 (which I'm sure they are), then the offset would be too much as the inside of the wheel would rub on the suspension and then if I added spacers, I reckon I would then get scrubbing on the inside of the bumper.....gutted.
The mods sound tasteful and hopefully BMW will allow you to install those bits.
I've just fitted gloss black grills to mine and I think it looks far better. I've also just ordered some 15mm hubcentric spacers which will be fitted soon.
Where abouts do you live?
I'm in Iver which is in South Bucks.The mods sound tasteful and hopefully BMW will allow you to install those bits.
I've just fitted gloss black grills to mine and I think it looks far better. I've also just ordered some 15mm hubcentric spacers which will be fitted soon.
Where abouts do you live?
Ah thought that might be the case .... Yep, the alloys are on the options list for the car. Was first registered by a BMW main dealer and they specked it with £12k of optional extras.
One mod in the back of mind - not sure if i will do but I could get tempted to have the interior dipped in carbon. It could really make the interior but I need to find some pics of an E60 with the red leather and carbon dipped interior to see.
Fun looking at all different options - Will stick to doing mods that don't effect the warranty.
Think exhausts aren't covered?
zainster said:
Thank you gents for the nice comments.
Just to clarify that this is a genuine M5 that runs on petrol and not an electric car in disguise!
congratulations on your new purchase Zainster I'm sure you will enjoy all aspects of this truly incredible car.Just to clarify that this is a genuine M5 that runs on petrol and not an electric car in disguise!
Take no notice of the negative comments about reliability and costs, yes they occur but owning a car like this will clearly put a smile on your face every time you drive it, you need to own this car to understand, IMO its worth every penny, I hope it brings you much pleasure.
Be under no illusion you will be reminded you are no longer driving a Hybrid every time you hit the loud pedal and by the frequency of re charging. (the tank with V-power nitro+).....ENJOY
HanksBM said:
congratulations on your new purchase Zainster I'm sure you will enjoy all aspects of this truly incredible car.
Take no notice of the negative comments about reliability and costs, yes they occur but owning a car like this will clearly put a smile on your face every time you drive it, you need to own this car to understand, IMO its worth every penny, I hope it brings you much pleasure.
Be under no illusion you will be reminded you are no longer driving a Hybrid every time you hit the loud pedal and by the frequency of re charging. (the tank with V-power nitro+).....ENJOY
Thank you sir! Take no notice of the negative comments about reliability and costs, yes they occur but owning a car like this will clearly put a smile on your face every time you drive it, you need to own this car to understand, IMO its worth every penny, I hope it brings you much pleasure.
Be under no illusion you will be reminded you are no longer driving a Hybrid every time you hit the loud pedal and by the frequency of re charging. (the tank with V-power nitro+).....ENJOY
Appreciate the kind and positive words about ownership prospects.
I heartily agree .... only way to appreciate and understand why someone would own a car like this is through actual ownership and not on paper to use an old phrase (slightly modified )
Yes it likes a drink and no doubt is much more expensive to run than the average car but boy does it make you smile from ear to ear and giggle to yourself when you hear that V10! So worth it though!
My neighbour winced when I said it was a 5 ltr V10 and he winced even more when I said it's petrol in reply to his question "is it a diesel then"?
I hear many describe this car as 'epic' and I'm finally getting to find out for myself how true that really is!
Schermerhorn said:
Zain have you smacked up any boy racers yet?
Haha! Not yet... in my M3's they were always willing to have a go but so far they've been on their best behaviour! I'll probably jinx myself but that's one thing I'm really loving is no one is wanting to race or sit on my rear bumper... so far
Congrats on your purchase OP! You have great taste
I purchased my Interlagos Blue model in May this year and have absolutely loved it
Mine is a 2005 and had 68K miles on the clock when I purchased it. The real clincher for me was that in Jan 2014, at 67,000 miles, it had a brand new engine, clutch and flywheel all paid for by BMW extended warranty! As soon as I knew this, I had to have it!
I agree with you - the car is EPIC! Every drive is an occasion. Prior to this I had a Merc CL600 twin turbo which was beautiful, but the M5 is another level.
Many criticise the SMG but I love it. As you long as you drive it on max. attack gear (level 5) and paddles, I think it is great. I never drive it in auto - it is horrible as a pure automatic.
I've done a few subtle mods:
Muffler delete is the main one - it involves removing the rear back boxes and replacing with straight pipes. Sounds AMAZING!
Carbon BMW badges
LED interior lights
Original M5 wheels refurbed in OEM shadow chrome (as per E39 M5)
Wheel spacers front and rear - really makes a difference to the stance
I have just purchased some BBS LM wheels in 20 inchs and they are beautiful - no pics as yet. I am also thinking about some Eibach springs as the front in particular sits really high
As far as issues are concerned, I have had a few but nothing serious. I think you have to expect some problems with a 507HP car!
Misfire problem on cold start - cured with some injector cleaner
Restraint system failure - cured with a new battery cable
HID bulb failure - an absolute headache to change
Snapped SMG paddle - epoxy resin sorted that out!
So far that's it!
Only other issue I had was when someone tried to steal it off the drive. Made real mess of the door locks and tried to recode a key - fortunately the alarm and locks didnthe trick. Still a £2000 insurance bill - new door, new locks etc
Enjoy your car!
I purchased my Interlagos Blue model in May this year and have absolutely loved it
Mine is a 2005 and had 68K miles on the clock when I purchased it. The real clincher for me was that in Jan 2014, at 67,000 miles, it had a brand new engine, clutch and flywheel all paid for by BMW extended warranty! As soon as I knew this, I had to have it!
I agree with you - the car is EPIC! Every drive is an occasion. Prior to this I had a Merc CL600 twin turbo which was beautiful, but the M5 is another level.
Many criticise the SMG but I love it. As you long as you drive it on max. attack gear (level 5) and paddles, I think it is great. I never drive it in auto - it is horrible as a pure automatic.
I've done a few subtle mods:
Muffler delete is the main one - it involves removing the rear back boxes and replacing with straight pipes. Sounds AMAZING!
Carbon BMW badges
LED interior lights
Original M5 wheels refurbed in OEM shadow chrome (as per E39 M5)
Wheel spacers front and rear - really makes a difference to the stance
I have just purchased some BBS LM wheels in 20 inchs and they are beautiful - no pics as yet. I am also thinking about some Eibach springs as the front in particular sits really high
As far as issues are concerned, I have had a few but nothing serious. I think you have to expect some problems with a 507HP car!
Misfire problem on cold start - cured with some injector cleaner
Restraint system failure - cured with a new battery cable
HID bulb failure - an absolute headache to change
Snapped SMG paddle - epoxy resin sorted that out!
So far that's it!
Only other issue I had was when someone tried to steal it off the drive. Made real mess of the door locks and tried to recode a key - fortunately the alarm and locks didnthe trick. Still a £2000 insurance bill - new door, new locks etc
Enjoy your car!
sshenton1975 said:
Congrats on your purchase OP! You have great taste
I purchased my Interlagos Blue model in May this year and have absolutely loved it
Mine is a 2005 and had 68K miles on the clock when I purchased it. The real clincher for me was that in Jan 2014, at 67,000 miles, it had a brand new engine, clutch and flywheel all paid for by BMW extended warranty! As soon as I knew this, I had to have it!
I agree with you - the car is EPIC! Every drive is an occasion. Prior to this I had a Merc CL600 twin turbo which was beautiful, but the M5 is another level.
Many criticise the SMG but I love it. As you long as you drive it on max. attack gear (level 5) and paddles, I think it is great. I never drive it in auto - it is horrible as a pure automatic.
I've done a few subtle mods:
Muffler delete is the main one - it involves removing the rear back boxes and replacing with straight pipes. Sounds AMAZING!
Carbon BMW badges
LED interior lights
Original M5 wheels refurbed in OEM shadow chrome (as per E39 M5)
Wheel spacers front and rear - really makes a difference to the stance
I have just purchased some BBS LM wheels in 20 inchs and they are beautiful - no pics as yet. I am also thinking about some Eibach springs as the front in particular sits really high
As far as issues are concerned, I have had a few but nothing serious. I think you have to expect some problems with a 507HP car!
Misfire problem on cold start - cured with some injector cleaner
Restraint system failure - cured with a new battery cable
HID bulb failure - an absolute headache to change
Snapped SMG paddle - epoxy resin sorted that out!
So far that's it!
Only other issue I had was when someone tried to steal it off the drive. Made real mess of the door locks and tried to recode a key - fortunately the alarm and locks didnthe trick. Still a £2000 insurance bill - new door, new locks etc
Enjoy your car!
I'd also like to see some more photos of the wheels please?I purchased my Interlagos Blue model in May this year and have absolutely loved it
Mine is a 2005 and had 68K miles on the clock when I purchased it. The real clincher for me was that in Jan 2014, at 67,000 miles, it had a brand new engine, clutch and flywheel all paid for by BMW extended warranty! As soon as I knew this, I had to have it!
I agree with you - the car is EPIC! Every drive is an occasion. Prior to this I had a Merc CL600 twin turbo which was beautiful, but the M5 is another level.
Many criticise the SMG but I love it. As you long as you drive it on max. attack gear (level 5) and paddles, I think it is great. I never drive it in auto - it is horrible as a pure automatic.
I've done a few subtle mods:
Muffler delete is the main one - it involves removing the rear back boxes and replacing with straight pipes. Sounds AMAZING!
Carbon BMW badges
LED interior lights
Original M5 wheels refurbed in OEM shadow chrome (as per E39 M5)
Wheel spacers front and rear - really makes a difference to the stance
I have just purchased some BBS LM wheels in 20 inchs and they are beautiful - no pics as yet. I am also thinking about some Eibach springs as the front in particular sits really high
As far as issues are concerned, I have had a few but nothing serious. I think you have to expect some problems with a 507HP car!
Misfire problem on cold start - cured with some injector cleaner
Restraint system failure - cured with a new battery cable
HID bulb failure - an absolute headache to change
Snapped SMG paddle - epoxy resin sorted that out!
So far that's it!
Only other issue I had was when someone tried to steal it off the drive. Made real mess of the door locks and tried to recode a key - fortunately the alarm and locks didnthe trick. Still a £2000 insurance bill - new door, new locks etc
Enjoy your car!
Also, what size spacers are you running please?
Sorry OP.
PGNCerbera said:
Gorgeous car. And the interior looks great. Wish I had had the balls to go Sakhir on my M5 when speccing.
Great options list too. Congrats and let us know how you get on. Do you think you will track it ?
Thanks for the kind words!Great options list too. Congrats and let us know how you get on. Do you think you will track it ?
Very pleased with it and the spec was a bonus. I don't think I'll ever track it, I would like to take it on a long road trip mind but we'll see.
sshenton1975 said:
Congrats on your purchase OP! You have great taste
I purchased my Interlagos Blue model in May this year and have absolutely loved it
Mine is a 2005 and had 68K miles on the clock when I purchased it. The real clincher for me was that in Jan 2014, at 67,000 miles, it had a brand new engine, clutch and flywheel all paid for by BMW extended warranty! As soon as I knew this, I had to have it!
I agree with you - the car is EPIC! Every drive is an occasion. Prior to this I had a Merc CL600 twin turbo which was beautiful, but the M5 is another level.
Many criticise the SMG but I love it. As you long as you drive it on max. attack gear (level 5) and paddles, I think it is great. I never drive it in auto - it is horrible as a pure automatic.
I've done a few subtle mods:
Muffler delete is the main one - it involves removing the rear back boxes and replacing with straight pipes. Sounds AMAZING!
Carbon BMW badges
LED interior lights
Original M5 wheels refurbed in OEM shadow chrome (as per E39 M5)
Wheel spacers front and rear - really makes a difference to the stance
I have just purchased some BBS LM wheels in 20 inchs and they are beautiful - no pics as yet. I am also thinking about some Eibach springs as the front in particular sits really high
As far as issues are concerned, I have had a few but nothing serious. I think you have to expect some problems with a 507HP car!
Misfire problem on cold start - cured with some injector cleaner
Restraint system failure - cured with a new battery cable
HID bulb failure - an absolute headache to change
Snapped SMG paddle - epoxy resin sorted that out!
So far that's it!
Only other issue I had was when someone tried to steal it off the drive. Made real mess of the door locks and tried to recode a key - fortunately the alarm and locks didnthe trick. Still a £2000 insurance bill - new door, new locks etc
Enjoy your car!
Thank you kind sir! and thanks for the informative reply on potential issues.I purchased my Interlagos Blue model in May this year and have absolutely loved it
Mine is a 2005 and had 68K miles on the clock when I purchased it. The real clincher for me was that in Jan 2014, at 67,000 miles, it had a brand new engine, clutch and flywheel all paid for by BMW extended warranty! As soon as I knew this, I had to have it!
I agree with you - the car is EPIC! Every drive is an occasion. Prior to this I had a Merc CL600 twin turbo which was beautiful, but the M5 is another level.
Many criticise the SMG but I love it. As you long as you drive it on max. attack gear (level 5) and paddles, I think it is great. I never drive it in auto - it is horrible as a pure automatic.
I've done a few subtle mods:
Muffler delete is the main one - it involves removing the rear back boxes and replacing with straight pipes. Sounds AMAZING!
Carbon BMW badges
LED interior lights
Original M5 wheels refurbed in OEM shadow chrome (as per E39 M5)
Wheel spacers front and rear - really makes a difference to the stance
I have just purchased some BBS LM wheels in 20 inchs and they are beautiful - no pics as yet. I am also thinking about some Eibach springs as the front in particular sits really high
As far as issues are concerned, I have had a few but nothing serious. I think you have to expect some problems with a 507HP car!
Misfire problem on cold start - cured with some injector cleaner
Restraint system failure - cured with a new battery cable
HID bulb failure - an absolute headache to change
Snapped SMG paddle - epoxy resin sorted that out!
So far that's it!
Only other issue I had was when someone tried to steal it off the drive. Made real mess of the door locks and tried to recode a key - fortunately the alarm and locks didnthe trick. Still a £2000 insurance bill - new door, new locks etc
Enjoy your car!
I do have to say I love interlagos blue, my E46 M3 CS was in IB and when cleaned and polished it would come up absolutely fantastic!
Agreed, love SMG III. I've had a few E46 M3's that had SMG II and I really got on well with the gearbox and its continue on the M5 only it definitely feels a little smoother to me though from SMG II.
I've very interested to hear more on the mods front you are intending to do and see how they look!
I've been chatting to another fellow M guy and hes thinking Rohana RC7's in 20x9 and 20x10 and lowered on H&R's.
Exhaust wise, I could get tempted by a Supersprint F1 but I am going to focus on driving it and enjoying it and then might think later in the year or so to treat it to a mod! :-D
I think I would be tempted with those wheels on mine tbh.
What BBS ones did you go for and what size?
That is really bad, sorry to hear that. A friend of a friend had a similar experience to you with his C63 AMG but got off lightly compared to your unfortunate incident.
Well I have had my first issue today, washing the car and noticed a stone chip on the bonnet! I think I know when it happened too while on a dual carriage way yesterday when I heard a ping. its soooo blooming annoying! arrggh!
Enjoying the M5. What a car!
Look forward to seeing some pics of your M5 once you have those subtle mods done!
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