Thinking about getting a e39 m5
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Originally Posted by DVDoughboy,Nov 14 2006, 06:00 PM
It's actually better to go to to m5board.com
Here's the subforum you're looking for
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=3
Here's the subforum you're looking for
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=3
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Originally Posted by lamvu,Nov 14 2006, 04:48 AM
any reason for selling it?? Yeah i've read there are a lot of problems with the vanos, the maf and the carbon build up...
Any advice on how to look out for the carbon build up since it is internally?
thanks
Any advice on how to look out for the carbon build up since it is internally?
thanks
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I owned '01 LeMans Blue for 2 year and that car was a beast. The only mod you'll need on that car is a short shift kit and you are all set. If you have an opportunity to get one do it, as they've become quite a bargain in the used car market now.
Here is a picture of my old beast:
Here is a picture of my old beast:
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IMHO, the E39 M5 is one of the best cars ever made. It does EVERYTHING right. In my experience with BMWs (which is pretty vast), as far as BMWs go, that has been the most reliable out of them all. Amazing car. One of my friends has that exact one (Le Mans blue with black interior) and that car is a blast.
If you find a minter, dont hesitate to pick one up. Fantastic cars. I recently drove the new M5, and would take the E39 over it in a heartbeat.
If you find a minter, dont hesitate to pick one up. Fantastic cars. I recently drove the new M5, and would take the E39 over it in a heartbeat.