Should I buy an E60 M5? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

RockChalkKU · 10-20-2012, 05:11 PM

I have been thinking about leaving the E92 world and trading it in for an M5. Looking to get maybe a 2006 or 2007. What are everyones opinions?

GammaZeta · 10-20-2012, 05:48 PM

Sure.

Mirko · 10-20-2012, 07:59 PM

E60 M5 is a gas guzzler, the new one is better. I still prefer the E39 M5. Too bad they aren't making it anymore.

Why the reason for the change?

DSC OFF · 10-20-2012, 11:48 PM

Yes

Timujin · 10-21-2012, 12:14 AM

Duh

2ndname · 10-21-2012, 12:18 AM

If you have means...GO FOR IT!

secretsquirrel · 10-21-2012, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by 2ndname

If you have means...GO FOR IT!

The condition above is very important. Just be prepared for the maintenance and repairs to be quite a bit more than for e9x's.

Nick.W · 10-21-2012, 06:41 AM

Not unless you have warranty with it. Big bills if it goes wrong.

RockChalkKU · 10-21-2012, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Mirko

E60 M5 is a gas guzzler, the new one is better. I still prefer the E39 M5. Too bad they aren't making it anymore.

Why the reason for the change?

I would love to get an E39 but the wife doesnt like them as much. Go figure. I really want to get a sedan because I am going to be starting a family soon and as soon as that happens I will be stuck getting a crap car. So thinking ahead if I already have the M5 the wife can't say anything about not having room. PLUS, its SICKKKKKK!!!

RockChalkKU · 10-21-2012, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by secretsquirrel

The condition above is very important. Just be prepared for the maintenance and repairs to be quite a bit more than for e9x's.

I was hoping it would be alittle easier to work on. I work on my 335 right now and at times it kicks my ass.

MisterSkiMask · 10-21-2012, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by RockChalkKU

I would love to get an E39 but the wife doesnt like them as much. Go figure. I really want to get a sedan because I am going to be starting a family soon and as soon as that happens I will be stuck getting a crap car. So thinking ahead if I already have the M5 the wife can't say anything about not having room. PLUS, its SICKKKKKK!!!

I had on for a year, it is a great car but I didn't trust it enough to keep it out of warranty.

The transmission is annoying around town or in traffic. The engine is absolutely fantastic. It is a thirsty beast, my best tank ever was 17 mpg, my real world average, commuting on the highway with little traffic was closer to 15 mpg. The big V-10 has an appetite for special oil too, oh and tires.

SaMaster14 · 10-21-2012, 02:39 PM

I was personally never a fan of the looks of the 06/07 5 series... and it's definitely a bit dated by now... BUT, for the pure driving pleasure, it's a monster of a car.

The new one is absolutely amazing as well, but obviously expensive as hell. Idk, I would personally stay with a newer 335i than go to an old M5, unless it was a second car.

GeeRam · 10-21-2012, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by RockChalkKU

I was hoping it would be a little easier to work on.

You need to overdose on brave pills before considering buying any E60 M5 that's out of BMW warranty.

son_of_siggy · 10-21-2012, 05:46 PM

Why do people think that having one kid suddenly means you need a big sedan. Car seats fit in coupes too.

bonaldgonza · 10-21-2012, 07:40 PM

E60 M5 is a gas guzzler, the new one is better.

RockChalkKU · 10-22-2012, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by son_of_siggy

Why do people think that having one kid suddenly means you need a big sedan. Car seats fit in coupes too.

I'm planning on having triplets. Now what?

amgthis · 10-22-2012, 12:50 AM

You'll love the sound. So will the new kids! Be prepared to top off the oil every once in a while, and get ready to hate SMG in slow driving. Oh yeah, the fuel range sucks since the tank is more of a pipet.

bimmerjph · 10-22-2012, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by RockChalkKU

I was hoping it would be alittle easier to work on. I work on my 335 right now and at times it kicks my ass.

Yeaaaaaaaaaaaah. Good luck with that. A F1 derrived V10 is going to be infinitely more difficult to work on than a turbo inline 6. But by all means try. Someone has to pioneer the DIYs.

beesh · 10-30-2012, 07:28 AM

I have two kids and w two car seats the kids barely have room for their legs in my 2007 525i. they keep kicking the back of the seats. get an SUV/or a mini van for the wife and kids if u don't have one and get ur self something small for fun.

Andrew@ActiveAutowerke · 10-30-2012, 09:41 AM

Yes !

avsbmw · 10-30-2012, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Andrew@ActiveAutowerke

Yes !

haha yes sums it up!

MisterSkiMask · 10-30-2012, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Andrew@ActiveAutowerke

Yes !

'Yes sir, we have completed the installation of your exhaust system. Our best tech is out test driving the car right now to ensure that there are no rattles....what sound?.......I assure you, nobody is doing donuts in your car in our driveway.......are you calling from a cell phone?......'

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Mirko Lieutenant Drives: Z4M Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 478 iTrader: (2)	E60 M5 is a gas guzzler, the new one is better. I still prefer the E39 M5. Too bad they aren't making it anymore. Why the reason for the change?

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