Highlights
- New original fuel tank and exhaust installed
- Bilstein shock absorbers fitted all around
- Full service record book
- In current ownership since November 2016
The Appeal
Many enthusiasts will tell you that the E34 was the 5-series' peak - quietly purposeful, elegantly executive-style angles - but if that's the peak, the M-Car variant exceeded just about every expectation. Powered by the well-respected S38 straight-six, the was assembled by hand in Bavaria, built up around a painted factory body shell - and it felt it. Something about this iteration of the M5 felt pored over and hand-stitched. Real, tactile, tangible quality in every panel. Needless to say, a good example gets plenty of attention from modern enthusiasts.
This example is a rare, 3.8 6-speed manual, with a sunroof and full leather, from the final year of production. It has had plenty of attention while in its current ownership and comes complete with a full-service record book. It's recently been treated to a new fuel tank and exhaust and boasts Bilstein shock absorbers all-round. A solid, nicely-kept example that'd be easy to bring up to top-notch condition, or a particularly versatile, high-octane daily driver - the E34 M5 fits comfortably into both worlds.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1995
- The DVLA records 9 previous keepers
- In current ownership since November 2016
- Indicates 128,033 miles
- Accompanied by a selection of invoices, service record book and V5c document
- 12 stamps in BMW service book from main dealer, the rest are from a local specialist
- Valid MOT until April 2025
The Condition
- Some notable corrosion underneath the driver's door
- Very small dent on driver's side wing
- Scratch on passenger's side rear bumper
- Some scratches on the spoiler
- Other than these, the car is solid and nicely presented
- All badges and branding appear present and correct
- Alloys are very nicely presented
- Underside is solid with no perforating corrosion we can discern
- Interior presents well for the age
- Upholstery is free of any rips and tears
- Some light scuffs and marks to the door cards
- The vendor has recently installed a new radio
- The dashboard is in excellent order throughout
- We understand everything is in good working order
The Mechanics
- Powered by the very well-regarded 3.8-litre S38 straight-six engine
- Desirable 6-speed manual transmission
- New fuel tank installed, original part
- New exhaust installed, original part
- New brake line installed
- Bilstein shock absorbers installed all around
- The latest MOT notes a minor oil leak, common in BMWs of this age
- The vendor reports that the car drives well with smooth gears and handling
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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