2005 BMW M5 Saloon (E60)

Highlights 

• Last of the naturally-aspirated M5s

• Comprehensive BMW main dealer service history

• Sill under original BMW warranty

• Excellent condition throughout

• 500bhp V10

• High spec

• Reportedly running perfectly

Overview

As the M5 progressed, so did the engines that BMW used to power them, with ever-increasing levels of displacement and additional cylinders seeming to be the natural order of things, peaking with the utterly sublime E60 with its incredible S85 5.0-litre naturally-aspirated V10 dishing out a whopping 500bhp.

Today's M5 features a hybrid V8, and while it does deliver considerably more peak power than the E60's V10, there's just something about ten cylinders screaming at the top of their lungs that does something rather profound to the average petrolhead's grey matter, especially in a refined saloon car, however malapropos that may seem.

Produced from 2004 to 2010 the E60 M5 remains a rather rapid and especially focussed addition to the super saloon line-up. With that F1-derived motor (the first and, let's face it, last V10 we're likely to see in an M) and all of that delicious horsepower it can shred with the best of them but then it's also perfectly capable of pootling along comfortably and can absolutely be used as a daily driver should you so wish.

This 2005 wholly original example in Interlagos Blue over black leather interior looks to be in excellent condition throughout and comes equipped with the seven-speed paddle-shift SMG gearbox. The car does come with full BMW service history, as well as detailed service and maintenance records and has covered just over 80,000 miles.

The last of the naturally-aspirated M5s, this E60 super saloon has been meticulously maintained and is reportedly running and driving perfectly, ready to be enjoyed by its next lucky owner with the option of continuing the current BMW warranty. The car is also fitted with a tracker which can also be transferred to the new owner if desired.

History and documentation

• 2005 model year

• Original book pack

• Two keys

• In current ownership for 15 years

• Still under BMW warranty

• Fitted with a tracker

• Excellent main dealer service history with original service book showing inspections at the following intervals: 2005 pre-delivery check, 2005 @ 1,126 miles, 2007 @ 14,597 miles, 2007 @ 16,594 miles, 2009 @ 30,313 miles, 2010 @ 37,561 miles, 2011 @ 44,344 miles, 2013 @ 52,693 miles, 2014 @ 54,264 miles, 2016 @ 57,394 miles, 2017 @ 60,105 miles, 2018 @ 61,374 miles, 2018 @ 63,000 miles, 2019 @ 64,304 miles, 66,539 miles, 2020 @ 67,823 miles, 2022 @ 72,844 miles, 2023 @ 75,037 miles, 2024 @ 79,065 miles

• History file with invoices for servicing and work carried out

• V5C present and correct

• First registered December 8th 2005

• Advisory-free MOT until December 26th 2025

• HPI clear

• 81,218 miles 

Interior

• The extended black merino leather interior is in great condition overall with minimal wear and tear

• There are no rips in the leather and the vendor states that the rear seats have hardly been used

• The vendor informs us that it is a smoke, pet and child-free car

• Everything works perfectly according to the vendor

• The brushed aluminium trim presents in fine condition

• Door cards look to be in fine fettle

• The carpets are wearing well and appear clean and dry

• Some usual signs of ageing on the drivers leather seat bolster

• Some marks to the kick plates

• Alcantara headlining

• Active front seats 

• Power rear sunblind 

• Manual side sunblinds

• Logic 7 sound system

• TV

• All the usual M5 refinements

• The boot area is clean and well-presented with rubber liner included

• Factory tool kit, first aid kit, tyre kit and warning triangle present and correct

Exterior

• The bodywork is in excellent condition with only a few light stone chips to the front end to note 

• There are no apparent dents or damage to the car

• The vendor informs us that the front bumper has been replaced after some minor damage 

• The vendor states that all paintwork is original apart from the front bumper and wings

• All glass is original and free from damage

• Looks to be a corrosion-free example

• All shut lines appear straight and true

• Factory 19” alloy wheels are free from any damage or marks and the BMW roundels are all in great shape

• Continental Sport Contact 7 tyres look good with the vendor informing us that all four are new

• The underneath presents in excellent, clean condition with no apparent damage

• The engine bay is in great shape

• The vendor reports replacement of the nearside mirror glass, a new sunroof seal with tray refurbishment, new rear door seals, re-sealing of all door membranes, LED interior and halo bulbs, and a new diversity antenna.

Mechanical

• 5.0-litre V10 engine

• 500bhp

• Seven-speed SMG gearbox

• Rear-wheel drive

• 0-62mph in 4.7s

• 155mph top speed (electronically limited)

• Work carried out includes a replacement steering rack, new track rods and ends, lower front suspension arms, all rear suspension arms, rear shocks, rear subframe bushes, new brake lines, Tarox braided brake hoses, a new air-conditioning radiator, and a headlamp levelling unit.

• The vendor states the car has benefited from new throttle actuators, ignition coils, front brake calipers, recent front discs and pads, rear driveshaft oil seals, refurbished rear brake calipers, a new battery, exhaust manifold, Vanos oil lines, starter motor, recent clutch, CAS unit, and CCC unit.

• The vendor informs us that the car drives perfectly

• No mechanical issues to report

Summary

With such a comprehensive service record the owner of this BMW E60 M5 the owner has cherished this car, evidenced by the list of work during his tenure spending money where it was needed. Reportedly in rude mechanical health and in excellent condition throughout it's a fine example of one of BMW's best. 

Prices for classic and modern classic M cars are only going one way so grab this sterling saloon while you can to not only drive and enjoy, but also as a potential investment piece.

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Swinton, Manchester.