M5 or?????
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From: IL
Originally Posted by 2KGS400
Why year 4? Would you attribute that to body style changes or warranty expiration perhaps?
Do you think the E39 M5 has already taken its 4 year hit?
Just curious...I've never owned a BMW or looked closely at them before now...
Do you think the E39 M5 has already taken its 4 year hit?
Just curious...I've never owned a BMW or looked closely at them before now...
The 2000/2001 E39s have had that hit. The 2002s and 2003s have not (especially the 2003s which REALLY seem to be holding their value). I know the 2000s can be had for around $30ish depending on the condition.
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From: NYC Raised But ATL is where I stay.
Man I want one now!!
Originally Posted by jb86
i say wait for the LS 460 :
back massage anyone?
...oh and " lexus promises 0-to-60-mph time of under 5.5 seconds... 19-speaker levinson system... and Company officials were scant on the details, but we're told that the system will indeed park the car for you with a little brake input from the driver "
back massage anyone?
...oh and " lexus promises 0-to-60-mph time of under 5.5 seconds... 19-speaker levinson system... and Company officials were scant on the details, but we're told that the system will indeed park the car for you with a little brake input from the driver "
That picture is so Maybach!!
Originally Posted by jb86
i say wait for the LS 460 :
back massage anyone?
...oh and " lexus promises 0-to-60-mph time of under 5.5 seconds... 19-speaker levinson system... and Company officials were scant on the details, but we're told that the system will indeed park the car for you with a little brake input from the driver "
back massage anyone?
...oh and " lexus promises 0-to-60-mph time of under 5.5 seconds... 19-speaker levinson system... and Company officials were scant on the details, but we're told that the system will indeed park the car for you with a little brake input from the driver "
heck you can't even get a loaded is350 for that
Racer
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From: Charlotte
I like the M5 its a beastafter i get out of my lease on the 545 I'm going to try to find me a 01-02 or a clk 430 or 500 but I might just sit around a couple of years and wait for that 3rd gen GS Talking about bang for the buck.
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From: Kansas
M5 or ???? question answered 
I picked it up on Saturday from Bentley of Downers Grove, IL and drove it back to Kansas City. It's quite a bit faster than my GS400 and a lot of fun, although not as comfortable on long drives.
This photo is from their site, I haven't had a chance to get pics myself yet.
It's a 2001, Titanium Silver, black/silverstone sport interior with extended leather, M audio, pass thru trunk. It had 1 owner before me who babied it (I spoke to him prior to buying) and has just over 28k on the odo after the 8 hour drive back.
My only problem with it is I have no idea what the hell I'm going to get after it cause I can't ever see myself liking any car more than this one (as they say, it's one of them good problems).
I picked it up on Saturday from Bentley of Downers Grove, IL and drove it back to Kansas City. It's quite a bit faster than my GS400 and a lot of fun, although not as comfortable on long drives.
This photo is from their site, I haven't had a chance to get pics myself yet.
It's a 2001, Titanium Silver, black/silverstone sport interior with extended leather, M audio, pass thru trunk. It had 1 owner before me who babied it (I spoke to him prior to buying) and has just over 28k on the odo after the 8 hour drive back.
My only problem with it is I have no idea what the hell I'm going to get after it cause I can't ever see myself liking any car more than this one (as they say, it's one of them good problems).
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From: Kansas
Originally Posted by Hameed
Congratulations!!! 
You are my hero!
I wish I could have an M5 like that! Just an absolutely amazing car.
You are my hero!
I wish I could have an M5 like that! Just an absolutely amazing car. Coming from someone whose GS I admired for years and whose advice helped a TON when I had mine, that truly is a compliment! Thanks Hameed!
Pole Position
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From: AZ
Wow!!
Gorgeous, to put it mildly. And personally I don't buy into the whole "outdated look" idea, a beautiful design is just that and will remain that. This body style puts the current 5 series to shame and I suspect 10 or 20 years from now that will still be the case. Great choice, enjoy! In the end how close did you come to staying within your budget?
EV ftw!!!
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From: Lake Ontario
Originally Posted by 2KGS400
Coming from someone whose GS I admired for years and whose advice helped a TON when I had mine, that truly is a compliment! Thanks Hameed!
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From: Kansas
I paid $39,995....that left me $5 for my flight, gas for the way home etc. I exceeded my budget just slightly
After looking at an E60 545 I'm much more of a fan of the E39 now too. The styling, feel, and finish just make it look and feel like a real sports car, the new one lacks that IMO.
Not directly haha, I just remember reading lots and lots of posts about all things GS, many of them by you
After looking at an E60 545 I'm much more of a fan of the E39 now too. The styling, feel, and finish just make it look and feel like a real sports car, the new one lacks that IMO.
Originally Posted by Hameed
Wow, I never realized I gave you any advice!
