It was definetly one of the best, this is the car that started my love of BMWs
@Chand_G.4 жыл бұрын
100% agree with you on that man
@Dommazetti4 жыл бұрын
Lol I have the same profile pic
@ipvelocity18734 жыл бұрын
@@Dommazetti haha good choice if i dont say so myself
@yugadevankr96674 жыл бұрын
Agree that.. This is the real BMW. Not sure the designer still alive or no
@Chand_G.4 жыл бұрын
The E39 and E46 have timeless looks. My favorite generations.
@aussie2uGA4 жыл бұрын
Ironically, Chris Bangle was just about run out of town due to these being so controversial at the time
@Chand_G.4 жыл бұрын
@@aussie2uGA Wow really?! I always thought it was his design of the 2002 7 Series (E65) rear where it started to get him all the hate.
@aussie2uGA4 жыл бұрын
@@Chand_G. Ah, you may be right. It's been a few years but I remember the "Bangled deisgn..." was really never lauded in the circles at the time I owned this car.
@PeRRXX4 жыл бұрын
I agree with you on the E39, but I personally prefer the E36 over the E46
@jawadm54384 жыл бұрын
The e46 will always be the last raw performace oriented drivers car
@mariosroom80234 жыл бұрын
One of the best looking sedans PERIOD! Even in 2020 ✔️
@MyLordaizen4 жыл бұрын
the best looking sedan ever
@ShaneRG4 жыл бұрын
Matt BROUGHT IT with this car! One of the most beloved car enthusiast cars ever.
@titiwin254 жыл бұрын
Every time you hit the pedal to the metal .... every time you have this "kid at christmas" smile ... what a pleasure to see a true car lover.
@basithph89584 жыл бұрын
It’s one of the best driver’s cars ever made
@ShiftedPerspective4 жыл бұрын
I have a carbon black E39 M5 and absolutely love it. I am currently driving it daily!
@basithph89584 жыл бұрын
9:10 yup that’s why I love this car!
@AntzolY1114 жыл бұрын
S62 V8 has power and sound.......
@vijaypguna4 жыл бұрын
Own one and very true. The sound and power delivery especially on the shift from 2nd to 3rd makes you feel like a train is pulling.
@GemmyDonCars4 жыл бұрын
Yes, it’s the best M5. That’s my dream car. I aspire to review one someday.
@JerryC254 жыл бұрын
It’s not the best m5. It’s the best car.
@dayalanvelan30704 жыл бұрын
Most definitely the best saloon car ever
@covidhoax76463 жыл бұрын
@@dayalanvelan3070 Not even close.
@rogerjones69714 жыл бұрын
I have a 2002 E39 M5. Got it in 2008 having 31k miles and Dinan aftermarket setup. Approaching 59k miles and have enjoyed every mile.
@hoofixrman4 жыл бұрын
Ive driven all of em except the F90 and I own a very modified dinan e34m5 and a F10m5. They all have different personalities and quirks. They are all great cars too. I love the F10. Its just a beast of a machine and drives brilliant with its dct. Drive it like a limo or push a button and its a missile of a supecar. I want one of each M5!
@emilpashov10404 жыл бұрын
How is the sound of the F10 I have seen a m5 f10 but it really didn’t sound that loud.
@hoofixrman4 жыл бұрын
@@emilpashov1040 I dont have a problem with stock. Its restrained, but punch it and it sounds good...but trust me the scenery will disappear real fast you wont care what it sounds like
@SuperchargedFG24 жыл бұрын
One of the best M5 i've ever seen... wow
@kamdonko24894 жыл бұрын
Mm.... reminds me of the' 5-series BMW my parents had (my father's pride and joy) back in the 90s when I was a kid. IMO, this is one of the vehicle from the "golden age" of modern BMW sports cars - just enough electronics to enhance vehicle dynamics in a way that makes the driver feel more connected to the road and the vehicle. Contrast that with the ones from present day, where the performance of the vehicle is tuned with electronics in real time so insanely good to the point that the driver feels less connected to the vehicle and the road, and it feels like you are driving a computer driving the car than you are driving the car itself. Another great video.
@pira.kathir4 жыл бұрын
Awsome Review! Starting 2020 with a bang!! I can see a difference in your vids already. Was interesting seeing your clip with the car driving over the bumpy road and showing the exhaust sounds while driving through th3 tunnels. I think itd also be cool if you tried implementing more everyday tests into your reviews like highway merging pulls, on/off-ramp body rolls etc.
@TheKeenMechanic4 жыл бұрын
What a stunning vehicle. One of my favourite cars of all times. Love wirking on these modern classics. Thank you
@aussie2uGA4 жыл бұрын
Fun Fact: The brake cooling vents up front was called a "Sink Drain Mod" because the first guy on the M5Board back in the day discovered how perfect the Home Depot drains would snap in. Most others who did this had the chrome lip ring which really tied in the look. The additional air did help on tracks but it also made the outside of the wheels extra dirty as it pushed the brake dust out onto the wheel lip.
@pascutia4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks so much for this video Matt! You and Savagegeese are some of the only channels that have done a good video on this car. Happy New Year!!
@MattMaranMotoring4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex, I’m glad you liked it! Happy New Year to you too!
@matthewmajestic10134 жыл бұрын
Even though the E46 M3 is my favorite M product of all time, this E39 M5 is such a pinnacle M product, the timeless design, the way the dash is angled in towards the driver, those seats, and my favorite that engine good ole N/A V8 power which I love more than a forced induction set up who else and it’s a RWD 🤩🧐
@eugenealymov27234 жыл бұрын
Yep, it's pretty amazing if you are into "driver's" cars. What else brings you RWD, manual and driving dynamics such as those of an M5? it's a shame, but very few RWD and manual cars are on the market these days. No business case for manufacturers to make these, everyone wants boring FWD, or in most cases useless AWD vehicles. Useless in the sense of city driving, for the most part
@pottakuula4 жыл бұрын
Videos like this make me miss my E39 M5. Then again they make me happy that I had one. A true drivers car indeed!
@nicklevin82944 жыл бұрын
Great review, Matt! The reason the engine sounds so good is due to the individual throttle bodies. This also improves throttle response. It’s a shame this technology was so expensive and not more common. Can’t beat the induction sound of this engine. One the best sounds ever.
@Ismail-Kaila4 жыл бұрын
I should’ve bought one when they were around 10K€
@nicklevin82944 жыл бұрын
In good shape at 100k miles they are now $25k
@firdausHITMAN4 жыл бұрын
@Junior e39 ///M5 Good to hear. How many miles has it done now? How long before you need to overhaul the engine. Just drove one yesterday and blew me away. the V8 is mental and sound is the best.
@firdausHITMAN4 жыл бұрын
@Junior e39 ///M5 thanks buddy
@Bmwguy20113 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review Matt. Your appreciation for these cars’ attributes comes through strongly. I love how you expose the faults in the new cars replacing this.
@EminentLine4 жыл бұрын
One of the few modern-ish BMWs that held their value well.
@singlecellorganism134 жыл бұрын
Great review, amazing classic car. Find more cars like this Matt!
@4syth4 жыл бұрын
In regards to the audio system and your comment on replacing it or using an fm transmitter for Bluetooth connectivity, I have a Bluetooth/AUX module installed in my E39 M5, it plugs in directly to the CD stacker harness with all wiring hidden and I have retained the factory audio system apart from upgrading all speakers to Focal speakers. It sounds excellent, looks completely stock, I’m very happy with it.
@dspada674 жыл бұрын
Happy New year from Perth west Australia. I was lucky enough to own one in 2012 for a couple of years. It was my dream car , I did coil overs, AAW intake, tune and the best thing was, Lower ratio lsd diff , IATS Re location. Absolutely loved this car especially in White. Miss it dearly.
@Kyle6OH4 жыл бұрын
Would almost have to give up my GTO for one of these... if I was gonna buy a bmw this is the only one
@justingallagher48644 жыл бұрын
I'm not a BMW guy, agreed, but this one is special.
@alexal27164 жыл бұрын
Yes indeed
@justingallagher48644 жыл бұрын
I did actually buy one, by the way. No regrets. It costs about $3k/year to keep it on the road, factoring insurance, maintenance, tires, brakes, other wear items. Doesn't burn a drop of oil at 115K, I've put 20k on it over 4 years.
@AndreasFjord4 жыл бұрын
As a former E34 (non-M) owner, I'm a bit biased towards that generation. But the E39 is really aging well, and is in my opinion, one of the best car designs of all time. Love the review! Keep up the good work, Matt :)
@MattMaranMotoring4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@liftnshift93354 жыл бұрын
This specific M5 would probably sell for $30,000.
@AntzolY1114 жыл бұрын
I seen some for 20k in Swiss
@FirstNameLastName-qx8ii4 жыл бұрын
Got one for 22k
@liftnshift93354 жыл бұрын
First Name Last Name should have got an E90 instead.
@_dervalentin77204 жыл бұрын
@@liftnshift9335 are you fucking dumb
@Krezo2004 жыл бұрын
Finally you‘re getting the great bmw‘s
@williamhstevens4 жыл бұрын
Love this M5. So clean and my favorite sport sedan ever Love your reviews of older cars.
@carrier76764 жыл бұрын
This is why have 2 e39's, one is a 540i msport, and the other is an M5! Love them both!
@j0rss4 жыл бұрын
The armrest is replecable with a armrest that opens up and has a little storage
@jamesstaggs41604 жыл бұрын
Probably the best looking mainstream BMW (The 740i of about the same vintage is pretty close). Really all any E39 of any trim level needs is a decent set of wheels and you've got one attractive car. One of the last Bimmers that looks like a BMW.
@IntelligenceMachine Жыл бұрын
Love it! I owned a 2002 525 with the M-Sport package - also black on black. I loved everything about it except it's total lack of power.
@jamesparkerjr55394 жыл бұрын
Great way to start a new year! What a modern classic.
@jefffenn50164 жыл бұрын
Great review Matt! E39 M5 is awesome!
@GokuTheHusky4 жыл бұрын
I was the guy always asking when are you gonna review one of these and its finally here! Thanks Matt.
@jp89504 жыл бұрын
My roommate in college got this brand new. Absolutely loved that beast.
@dsilber44 жыл бұрын
These of older cars are wonderful, keep it up and a definite thanks to owners who are willing to share.
@lyndahammel95024 жыл бұрын
Love ---- "another acceleration just because it's fun"
@johnDe5tr0yer4 жыл бұрын
A friendly guy here and owner of one M5 E39, trying to straight some wrongs or not fully corrects said in this review: -Audio system, being a 2002, should have the possibility to put AUX input to stock system, with OEM kit. If not, that can also be upgraded to accomodate for that. -Cup holders - although they look flimsy, they are actually pretty good, you won't spill anything unless you are doing some crazy powerslides with open cups. They do their function and look well when not used - closed. - stating you don't have much storage space - you can fit a smartphone *horizontally* inside the door pocket (my Z3 moto fits with place to spare) and you have pretty big glove box, which is reasonable. I am too missing a middle pocket under the arm rest, some say there are retrofit options for that, I consider it a grippe, too, but nevertheless, storage space in the cabin is really good. - any infotainment will not age well, check the e60, same thing. I think it suits the character of the car pretty well, since that was the era. Performance modifications: I don't have anything against personalizing a car, be it visually or power-wise, to each his own, a few things: 1. cold intake in this car looks nothing special compared to regular OEM intake, which is also "cold intake". You can see this aftermarket bolting at the same place and using the same ducting as the OEM, so I doubt it brings anything additional to the car. 2. Worth mentioning: the aftermarket exhaust gives the E39 M5 a much different sound character. It starts to sound mean and growly, I personally don't think it suits the understated character of the car, but as I said, it's a per-user-thing. Still, it would be really worth mentioning that in the review, as a former salesman of the era, you must have experience. 3. Strut braces: if you get a different suspension and/or braces, tweak and tune it to accomodate weight of the car. I bought mine on coilovers and 20" wheels and it did not drove well compared to today where I have OEM wheel/tire combo and I have put it *higher* as it was at the previous owner. It makes a lot of difference and it drives better if set up closer to factory values, my experience, others may vary.
@KyleSVT4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful M5. Great video Matt
@e39hamann4 жыл бұрын
Love the E39. As far as the navigation goes all M5s in the US had it, other parts of the world had it as an option though.
@Auronkatamail4 жыл бұрын
I honestly think BMWs from late '90-early 2000 look way better than today ones, and late '80-early-'90 were even better looking.
@Kryojenix4 жыл бұрын
You can buy OEM cupholders for this vehicle and they work better than the front cupholders - they fold out from beneath the rear aircon vents and though designed similar to the front ones, there's no shallow floor underneath, so they can hold your drinks a bit better. I've been meaning to buy some from ebay for the last 12 years or so, but I never sit back there, so I never found myself needing it desperately enough to go ahead and get them...
@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan2 жыл бұрын
E39 M5. E60 M5, and E46 M3, are my favourite M cars of all time~ Maybe also include the M5 CS in there~
@n8_EUC4 жыл бұрын
Solid review. I drive one daily and it puts a smile on my face every time. You've got a new subscriber.
@MattMaranMotoring4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subscribing Nathan, I really appreciate it!
@mysticalgamer10134 жыл бұрын
I had no idea they had the infotainment screen for 2002
@BobThe95344 жыл бұрын
Happy New Year! Nice vid. Liked before watching because I knew it was going to be good
@MattMaranMotoring4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob! Happy New Year!
@BobThe95344 жыл бұрын
@@MattMaranMotoring ur welcome
@dayalanvelan30704 жыл бұрын
Simply the best saloon car ever. GERMAN engineering at its finest. Nothing could touch it in it's time.
@crittendon10004 жыл бұрын
Good video. for 17 years old, that car is awesome. However, I have not found BMW seats to be comfortable at all for years. I feel like I'm sitting on a wagon seat. Hard as a rock lol.
@zaybone58663 жыл бұрын
Well said at 13:28 when he starts talking about the newer cars have so much power you can’t even use it on public roads. Anything over 500 hp is useless in my opinion for a commute car on the street. I have an 08 mustang GT and 300 hp 325 tq is plenty of fun, but I do want to tune it up and make it a lil faster. 400hp 425tq is where I want to be.
@RedShade1514 жыл бұрын
I used to have an E39 530i 5spd, absolutely amazing and stunning car
@beeemerboy13 жыл бұрын
I love my Lemans Blue '01 E39 M5..... The ultimate driving machine!
@integrafreak14 жыл бұрын
Happy New Year!! Great car to start off the new year
@MattMaranMotoring4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, happy new year!
@joseavitia10544 жыл бұрын
You can actually hook up an auxiliary cord to an e39 made after 2001 (LCI). It has a port in the back of the head unit that supports it.
@ReetzMcGeetz Жыл бұрын
I wish I still had mine 😢 the best car ever!
@ricklp18614 жыл бұрын
Ages very well unlike the new ones
@runner30334 жыл бұрын
Grill on the front airdam, round side mirrors, Style 66 wheels and quad exhausts - these are the only things different from the 540i M-Sport!
@haloreachmadman5554 жыл бұрын
And the engine
@runner30334 жыл бұрын
@Junior e39 ///M5 Dude was only talking about the exterior... interior? Sure, engine. Plus diff, exhaust, style 66 wheels, shocks/springs/sways, seat shape + leather, interior touch surfaces, gauge faces, round rear-view mirror, shifter...
@runner30334 жыл бұрын
@Junior e39 ///M5 all good man - I was spewing out those details, like you, to demonstrate how to identify fakes... Seats even get swapped sometimes, I use the interior rear-view mirror as a quick way to spot them.
@j0rss4 жыл бұрын
this car is incredible
@chaff53 жыл бұрын
Just some FYI here, a few of your numbers are off. The torque is only 369 from the factory and the curb weight is about 3950, definitely not under 3800.
@fliaquat4 жыл бұрын
U dont even need an exhaust for these. Just do a muffler delete and it sounds insane. What a beauty!!!!
@QuantumS1ngularity4 жыл бұрын
This and the old 8 series .. These are the 2 BMWs i would like to own and drive. All the rest of them are dull and pointless, but this M5 has some charm to it which none of the others has. And the 850 do i need to even explain. Smack a pop-up headlight on any car and it automatically becomes cool af.
@tswantek4 жыл бұрын
I own a 2001 M5 and I would have to say that even most modern BMWs have about the same numbers when it comes to acceleration. Of course, the new M5 is in a class of its own but compared to an M3 it's relatively close. Even in size, it matches up to a modern M3. Wouldn't trade it for anything.
@RichardinNC14 жыл бұрын
Great review. Some corrections, nav was standard in the US M5, DSC was all on and very intrusive or all off but was easy to manage on track with it off. Correct on the cup holders, I once ejected a milkshake under hard acceleration. It landed upside down on the passenger seat, fortunately with the lid intact. Note: I have a friend that specializes in E39s and can install iDrive and the latest HD nav system.
@jaioncebollero11684 жыл бұрын
395 lb ft! Is that right? This thing would smoke a e9x then. Never knew the torque was that high in this car
@christosv22914 жыл бұрын
It's actually 369lb ft. 394 HP. It is a heavy car but for a car that is about 20 years old it's amazingly still totally relevant. (E39 2000 M5 owner)
@Stelf1014 жыл бұрын
Yes it was/is, love this car
@johnhenry2674 жыл бұрын
Great review as always! I would love to see you review a Jaguar S Type R also.
@AbcAbc-ox6pg4 жыл бұрын
Is it stock suspension? I think it is lowered isn't it? I have the same car with OEM suspension and it sits much higher, especially the rear axle.
@SicSemperBeats4 жыл бұрын
I miss when M cars looked like the regular cars (its actually the lower model BMWs that look like economy boxes compared to the M cars that look like hot wheels)
@likris66074 жыл бұрын
Nice review Matt! Just curious are you going to post the video for Nissan Altima soon? Thanks!
@MattMaranMotoring4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yep, I’ll be posting the Versa this weekend and then the Altima next weekend.
@likris66074 жыл бұрын
Matt Maran Motoring Nice!!
@sirlaxalotNJ4 жыл бұрын
Something about M gages that makes me so jealous. I'm currently rocking a e46 zhp coupe
@colla5554 жыл бұрын
I remember that advertorial video of the silver M5 with Madonna being flung left and right on the back seats, you too? Edit: here it is kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hLSma82extuUnok.html
@IntelligentHorseworldofrandom4 жыл бұрын
Happy New Year Matt! The truest driving machine! But thinking about the old E39 M5, would you, or for anyone else, think supercharging it be a good thing?
@MattMaranMotoring4 жыл бұрын
If you're looking for more power but like the direct response of a naturally aspirated engine, then a supercharger is a great choice.
@Toyota4Life4 жыл бұрын
Not a bmw guy but this is my fav BMW. I wonder after driving something like this do we still feel the need for the overpowered cars we have today.
@alexal27164 жыл бұрын
Toyota4Life everyone now days talks about horse power but forgets about the handling and driving dynamics of the car, that’s why these cars are so addictive to drive because your more involved period. Who cares about horse power, in reality how much do you really need any way..
@jhrodriguez084 жыл бұрын
I test drove one a couple years ago and the only thing I didn’t like was that it felt too large compared to my e46 m3. Once you get used to the size of e46 m3 or Cayman GT4 (that I own) then everything else feels like an SUV size wise
@alfredneuman11794 жыл бұрын
Back in the day I did 250km/h (whats that in mi/h) on the A352 between A7 and A2 (the only place I could find with not too much traffic) I literally thought the other cars were stationary....
@rhys38474 жыл бұрын
I have a 540i and I fucking love it lol
@eastonpearce24564 жыл бұрын
That trans grinding bruh
@Picktotowhoenterhere4 жыл бұрын
Great video and beautiful car!👍
@davidprosper34604 жыл бұрын
Great review.... keep it concise
@shahab_shawn_siahpoosh4 жыл бұрын
One of the best looking BMWs
@tonyh48074 жыл бұрын
E60 M5 will be the greatest M5 of all time. Period.
@BimmerM5e394 жыл бұрын
They may be but most will face extinction from the high running maintenance costs.
@tonyh48074 жыл бұрын
BimmerM5e39 lol there is hardly no high maintenance costs other than rod bearings, throttle actuators and o2 sensors. My friend has one of only two manual e60 M5s in right hand drive in Australia. He swapped the manual gearbox from a wrecked e92 m3. His e60 m5 has 240k kms and the only things he has done for the car out of regular maintenance wear and tear things are rod bearings, throttle actuators and one o2 sensor. He uses 5w50 for normal daily driving and 10w60 for track since he owned the car at 118k kms and makes sure the oil temp is at least one bar on the oil temp gauge before he thrashes it.
@BimmerM5e394 жыл бұрын
@@tonyh4807 If they had upgraded the E60 M5 with the newer idrive E9x 7spd DCT and stroked it to a 5.5-5.8L making more power they would be spectacular machines. Even the E9x M3 engine is low on torque they should of been 4.4L like the GTS and those are still slower than a stock E60 M5. The E60 M5 does need the SMG to pull off the acceleration times. I like the 6 speed for being the reliable choice and from a purist perspective but they are just slower than the SMG's. This is why many just go with a E9x DCT over a E60 M5. On the Nurburgring the F90 M5 Comp is 7:35, F10 M5 is 7:55, E9x M3 8:05, E60 M5 is 8:13, E39 M5 is 8:16 said and done by Sabine Schmitz on Topgear ring taxi ride with Jeremy Clarkson. It was on YT called "Top Gear - One lap around Nurburgring on BMW M5" but was taken down.
@tonyh48074 жыл бұрын
BimmerM5e39 of course but the e60 m5 will still be the greatest m5 of all time. You can fit the e9x 7 speed dct into the e60 m5 but it requires a fair bit more work than swapping the e9x m3 manual gearbox in.
@tonyh48074 жыл бұрын
BimmerM5e39 I don’t quite understand your point. If you want a fast straight line car, don’t get a E60 m5 OR a e9x m3. I have a f80 dct m3 with VTT crank hub, csf top mount intercooler, catless downpipes and running on e85. Runs quarter mile in 10.58 secs. It’s also upgraded with Alcon BBK running ferodo ds1.11 pads, tractive edc coilovers, H&R front and rear sway bars and M3 CS wheels on Yokohama ad08r’s. My dream weekend car is a e60 m5 manual because that v10 and the steering feel is just orgasmic.
@thedean44314 жыл бұрын
the best of the best . just buy one and watch its value grow . ps the rear cup holders should be in the back under the vents look like they have been taken out
@kerunbindra40534 жыл бұрын
What would be more robust -- this or an S54 M roadster?
@woodsoncircle4 жыл бұрын
Saw a 2000 M5 (gray/manual/navi) for sale here in DFW for 23k. I had a little less than 89k ... sold rather quickly.
@golfbuddy19694 жыл бұрын
Bets looking M5 ever. I love the silver color on it especially.
@jitters40294 жыл бұрын
I drive a 2002 530i that looks almost identical to this same color same rims, it feels like I'm looking at his better looking older brother.
@m3trooper4 жыл бұрын
YES!! And I haven't even started the video yet. 😁👍👍
@denizuysal91884 жыл бұрын
I think The best M5 is E60.That V10 sound 🤤🤤🤤 2nd best M5 is E39.The last real M5 is E60
@kksan4 жыл бұрын
This owner is loaded ! Look at his garage!
@dadelives14 жыл бұрын
When he said “I worked at Bmw when these were 1 to 2 years old” I was confused. I thought he was at least 33. How old are you?
@MattMaranMotoring4 жыл бұрын
I'll be 30 this year. I worked at a BMW dealership as a detailer from 2006-2011.
@pakigangsta54 жыл бұрын
F yeah I'm also 29!
@1johpo4 жыл бұрын
Favorite M car ever made!
@drunknmonk124 жыл бұрын
There was a whole lot of luxuries in 2002, the E39 was behind the ball in features.
@gtb54 жыл бұрын
Used to be manual only for ///M models.
@kennykong794 жыл бұрын
I miss mine...... :( just pure driving pleasure
@Krezo2004 жыл бұрын
kennykong79 how was the steering?
@kennykong794 жыл бұрын
@@Krezo200 you cant beat the combination of hydraulic power steering, manual transmission and old school German V8. :)
@Krezo2004 жыл бұрын
kennykong79 i never liked ‚recirculating ball steering‘ - always prefered ‚rack steering‘ But i dont know for sure in this case because i never drove an e39 m5 I hope you understand my words, i had to translate them!
@pascutia4 жыл бұрын
krezo I can comment on this. The rack and pinion in the inline-6 E39s is one of the best racks in terms of feel and feedback. Sharp and so natural feeling. The steering setup in those cars is still praised today. The recirculating ball in the V8 models (the m5 and 535i/540i) has more feel than lots of new cars, but it’s not as precise feeling as the rack and pinion cars. It was one of the few downsides of this car. It’s good, but not anything really special.
@Krezo2004 жыл бұрын
Alex Pascutiu yes my friend! Thats exactly what i meant, i had a few 6 cylinder e39 and enjoyed them so much But as you said the steering is different to the v8 models, i drove some 90‘s v8 bmws and didnt enjoy the steering as much! Glad you understood me
@grimm6jack4 жыл бұрын
Still think that the E60 without it's reliability issues is the BEST M5 ever. Its v10 and driving experience simply dominates every other sports SEDAN.