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2002 BMW E39 M5 Facelift – 6-Speed Manual – Extensive History – For sale is this 2002/52 BMW E39 M5 Facelift, finished in silver with the stunning two-tone red and black leather interior. This is the legendary 4.9-litre naturally aspirated S62 V8, producing around 400bhp and paired with the proper 6-speed manual gearbox. With no turbochargers, automatic gearbox or artificial sound, the E39 M5 remains one of BMW M’s greatest driver’s cars and is becoming increasingly difficult to find in good, well-maintained condition. The car has covered 148,000 miles, comes with 2 keys, full service history, an extensive folder of invoices and paperwork, and has MOT until July 2027. The history with this car is one of its strongest points. It has clearly been maintained by previous enthusiast owners, with a substantial collection of invoices from BMW specialists and evidence of significant expenditure over the years. Importantly, major S62 work has been carried out, including rod bearing replacement and VANOS work. It has also benefited from a replacement clutch and flywheel, along with considerable further mechanical maintenance. Other documented work throughout its ownership includes front and rear brake discs and pads, fuel pump and fuel filter, gearbox oil, engine servicing using the correct 10W-60 oil, drive belt, battery, lambda/oxygen sensors, temperature/sensor-related work, suspension components and various genuine BMW parts and trim. There is far too much history to list every individual item in an advert. I have a large folder of invoices, previous servicing and specialist inspection paperwork which can be viewed with the car. Specification & Features The car has a great specification including: * Facelift model * 4.9-litre S62 V8 * 6-speed manual gearbox * Red & black leather M interior * Heated front seats * Electric memory seats * Electrically adjustable steering column * Electric folding mirrors * Rear window blinds * Xenon headlights * Non-sunroof model * Alpine entertainment screen with Apple CarPlay * Short shifter * Back-box delete * Original M5 alloy wheels * Michelin Pilot Sport tyres * 2 keys The interior is exceptional for the age and mileage, with the seats, dashboard, carpets and trim presenting extremely well. The red and black leather combination really suits the car and makes the cabin feel particularly special. Likewise, the bodywork and paintwork are in very good condition for a 24-year-old performance car. The overall presentation reflects the care and money that has gone into it over the years. The short shifter makes the 6-speed manual feel tighter and more direct, while the back-box delete gives the S62 V8 an incredible soundtrack without taking away from what makes an E39 M5 such a usable car. The Alpine touchscreen also brings the interior up to date with Apple CarPlay, while retaining the otherwise classic E39 cabin. This isn’t being advertised as a delivery-mileage garage queen; it’s a proper, usable and well-maintained E39 M5 with 148k miles and an unusually comprehensive history file. The important thing for me with a car like this is the maintenance it has received, and there is a considerable amount of paperwork accompanying it. The E39 M5 is now a genuine modern classic. The combination of a naturally aspirated V8, manual gearbox, rear-wheel drive and understated four-door body is something BMW simply doesn’t make anymore. A fantastic opportunity for someone looking for an honest, well-presented facelift E39 M5 that can actually be driven and enjoyed rather than hidden away. Serious enquiries welcome. Viewing and inspection are encouraged.

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