2007 BMW (E61) M5 TOURING

This BMW M5 Touring is a very well-maintained example of the iconic ‘super estate’, presented in a lesser-seen factory colour and with an extensive specification. Under the bonnet is the mighty 500bhp 5.0-litre naturally aspirated V10, driving the rear wheels through a seven-speed SMG automated manual transmission with paddle shift. The odometer shows 114,264 miles.

Understood to be one of just 222 examples built in right-hand drive, this M5 Touring was first registered in November 2007, supplied by Chandlers BMW of Worthing, and has eight previous keepers on the V5C. The most recent private owner acquired the car in July 2020, and has invested in notable maintenance and improvements with BMW specialist BMR Performance since then.

Finished in handsome Monaco Blue metallic paintwork, the body panels of this M5 are all in good condition. The vendor reports that the front bumper has been repainted in the past to rectify older stone chips, and the offside front wing has also been resprayed. Otherwise, the paint is believed to be original, and as you would expect there are some small stone chips around the front end and minor imperfections around the body, commensurate with the car’s regular use.

All of the body trims present well, and the car is also equipped with roof rails and a panoramic glass sunroof. It rides on the correct 19-inch alloy wheels, which are in great shape having been recently refurbished. In April 2015, this M5 was fitted with a Westfalia tow bar system by Broad Oak BMW Canterbury at a cost of £1,560.

Inside, this BMW is in excellent condition for its age, with only modest wear to the leather on the driver’s seat, and very little wear anywhere else. It was specified with the extended leather dashboard and door cappings, and also has the optional Alcantara headlining. The aluminium trim inlays across the dashboard, centre console, steering wheel and door cards give the cabin a clean and contemporary ambience,

Factory-fitted equipment includes electrically adjustable heated front seats with dynamic supports in the backrests, climate control, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, and soft-close doors. The car also has adaptive xenon headlights, BMW Professional media with DAB digital radio and CD changer, and a Head-Up display. All of the electrics are reported to work as they should, including the sunroof, and there are no warning lights on the dashboard.

This M5 has an impressive maintenance history from new, which is listed in detail below. Its last maintenance visit was to BMW specialist BMR Performance in December 2020, when a new clutch and flywheel was installed at 113,552 miles, and the brake fluid was also renewed. Prior to this, during the September 2020 service at circa 110,000 miles, BMR replaced the rod bearings, fitted new injectors, and also changed both front lower suspension arms.

In terms of other major work, the SMG hydraulic pump was replaced in December 2016 at 97,193 miles - so the car has covered less than 20,000 miles since then. The car is reported to be running and driving without fault, and goes to show that this era of M5 can prove to be reliable and eminently usable when regularly serviced.

The most recent MOT test was on 10 June 2020 at 108,008 miles, when it achieved a first-time pass with no advisories or defects whatsoever. All four wheels are fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres, which are in good condition.

Accompanying the M5 is the original book pack, plus the service book that is stamped by BMW main dealers up to 100,000 miles, and respected marque specialists thereafter. There is also a folder full of numerous supporting invoices, old MOT certificates, and registration documents. The original tool kit and first aid kit are also present, plus two keys.

This BMW M5 Touring is a sought-after modern classic, which has evidently been well-cared for throughout its life to date, with major preventative maintenance jobs already sorted for the next owner. Equipped with an incredible V10 engine, and endowed with a superb chassis, this is an exciting performance car that is also a practical load-lugger and refined cruiser.

Interested parties are very welcome to contact BMW specialist BMR Performance should they want an independent opinion of the car, as they have inspected and serviced the car during the vendor’s ownership.

Summary of service history:

• 22nd November 2007 – Sytner BMW Oldbury – 795 Miles – Engine Oil 
• 18th June 2009 – Rybrook BMW Warwick – 13,795 miles – Engine Oil, Front Brakes, Rear Brakes, Micro Filter, Spark Plugs, Vehicle Check, Brake Fluid, Air Cleaner Element
• 21st April 2011 – BMW Park Lane – 25,497 Miles – Engine Oil, Front Brakes, Rear Brakes, Micro Filter, Spark Plugs, Vehicle Check, SMG Gearbox and Final Drive Oil, Rear Axle Oil
• 17th May 2012 – BMW Park Lane – 37,208 Miles – Engine Oil, Micro Filter, Vehicle Check, Air Cleaner Element
• 31st January 2013 – BMW Park Lane – 51,066 Miles – Engine Oil, Micro Filter
• 29th August 2015 – Board Oak BMW Canterbury – 77,072 Miles – Engine Oil, Front Brakes, Rear Brakes, Micro Filter, Vehicle Check, Brake Fluid, Air Cleaner Element
• 2nd April 2016 – Broad Oak BMW Canterbury – 93,553 Miles – Engine Oil, Front Brakes, Rear Brakes, Micro Filter, Spark Plugs, Vehicle Check, Brake Fluid, Air Cleaner Element
• 8th December 2016 – Broad Oak BMW Canterbury – 97,193 Miles – New SMG Hydraulic Pump, new clutch, new flywheel,
• 1st June 2017 – Sytner BMW Cardiff – 100,738 Miles – Rear Brakes, Brake Fluid
• 9th February 2018 – B and R Garages, Cardiff – 104,644 Miles – Engine Oil, Brake Fluid
• 16th May 2019 – B and R Garages, Cardiff – 106,718 Miles – Engine Oil
• 19th September 2019 – B and R Garages, Cardiff – 106,961 Miles – Spark plugs
• 3rd February 2020 – B and R Garages, Cardiff – 107,402 Miles – Brake Fluid
• 10th June 2020 – B and R Garages, Cardiff – 108,008 Miles – Engine Oil
• 3rd September 2020 – BMR Performance Sussex – c110,000 Miles - Rod Bearing Replacement, 10 x new injectors, OSF Lower Suspension Arm, NSF Lower Suspension Arm -
• 15th December 2020 – BMR Performance Sussex – 113,418 Miles – Brake Fluid
• 22nd December 2020 – BMR Performance Sussex – 113,552 Miles – New Clutch, New Flywheel
• 18th January 2021 – BMR Performance Sussex – 4 x Alloy wheel refurbishment, new M5 tailgate badge, new M wheel badges

Full factory specification:

• Model: PV92 E61 M5 Touring S85 5.0
• Colour: A35 Monaco Blue Metallic
• Upholstery: X3SW Black Full Merino Leather
• Option 261 – Airbags Rear Side
• Option 302 – Alarm System (Thatcham 1)
• Option 316 – Bootlid Operation Powered
• Option 323 – Soft Close Doors
• Option 386 – Roof Rails
• Option 4MA – M Multi Functional Seats (Front)
• Option 4MF – Dynamic Support Seat Backrest
• Option 402- Panoramic Glass Sunroof
• Option 423 – Floor Mats Velour
• Option 428 – First Aid Kit And Triangle
• Option 430 – Exterior Mirrors – Folding
• Option 431 – Rear View Mirror Auto Dimming
• Option 441 – Smokers Package
• Option 442 – Cup Holder
• Option 459 – Electric Front Seats and Driver Memory
• Option 464 – Through Loading Ski Bag
• Option 470 – Isofix Child Seat System
• Option 493 – Extended Storage
• Option 494 – Seat Heating Front
• Option 5AC – High Beam Assistant
• Option 502 – Headlight Wash
• Option 508 – Park Distance Control
• Option 522 – Xenon Headlights
• Option 524 – Adaptive Headlights
• Option 534 – Automatic Air Conditioning
• Option 540 – Cruise Control
• Option 563 – Extended Interior Light Package
• Option 6FL – USB Audio Interface
• Option 609 – Navigation System Professional
• Option 610 – Head Up Display
• Option 612 – BMW Assist
• Option 620 – Voice Control
• Option 633- Enhanced Bluetooth Telephone Function
• Option 654 – DAB Digital Radio
• Option 672 – CD Changer
• Option 677 – Hi Fi System LOGIC7 Professional
• Option 698 – Area 2 Code For DVD
• Option 710 – M Steering Wheel
• Option 737 – Brushed Aluminium Shadow Interior Trim
• Option 760 – Exterior Trim High Gloss Shadow
• Option 775 – Headlining Anthracite
• Option 8SA – Country Specific Navigation
• Option 8SM – External Visible Vin
• Option 8SP – Reqd For 1CA
• Option 8S2 – Coding Of Alarm Siren
• Option 812 – UK Specification
• Option 850 – Add Fuel For Export Cars
• Option 853 – Instrument Panel Letter
• Option 863 – Dealer Network Europe
• Option 877 – Remote Alarm Setting Only
• Option 880 – English Handbook
• Option 999 – Dealer Launch Cars
• Option – Westfalia Tow Bar System for M5 (E61) (fitted by Broad Oak BMW Canterbury 30th April 2015 at a cost of £1560)

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