1999 BMW M5 E39

This 1999 BMW M5 is an original, matching numbers car presented in the very rare and desirable Oxford Green Metallic colour. The rear-wheel drive E39 M5 features a 4.9-litre BMW M62 naturally aspirated V8 with a six-speed manual transmission. It is sold with an excellent service history. The M5 arrived from the factory in the rare Oxford Green Metallic paintwork, and features dynamic stability control with sport button, silver interior trim, a sunroof, heated electric memory seats, parking sensors and electric rear blinds plus passenger privacy blinds. This is a matching numbers car maintained in original factory specification. Hi-flow mufflers have been fitted to the car and some interior refurbishment has been completed. The factory steering wheel has been re-trimmed with correct M-coloured stitching, a brand new OEM gear knob and boot with light-up M pattern has been installed, and there are new factory floor mats. The LCD dash display and bulbs were replaced and the infotainment system has been updated with satellite navigation, Bluetooth audio and hands-free phone integration. Sold with all original tools, manuals and books including a stamped service log book and receipts for recent works. Original parts are included in the sale where items have been updated or refurbished. Bodywork is in generally very good condition. There is no known significant damage, though there is a small hairline crack and minor scrape in the front bumper by the passenger side headlamp, and the under-tray is cracked on the front passenger side. The alloy wheels were treated to a professional refurbishment in the correct Shadow Chrome finish and the headlights were recently replaced with factory European specification Hella ‘Angel Eye’ xenon lights. The Oxford Green Metallic paintwork is in good condition, benefitting from a paint correction completed with ceramic paint protection. There is a small nick in the rear bumper on the passenger side and a few stone chips on the bonnet, commensurate with the car’s age and originality. Inside, upholstery and trim is original and in very good condition, benefitting from a two-stage leather rejuvenation. Seats, linings and trim have been very well maintained. There is some minor bubbling to be found in the silver trim around the gear lever. The M5 is mechanically sound and electronics, controls and gauges are in working order. The most recent roadworthiness test was completed on 14 March 2021 and the car passed without issue. Bavarian Engineering recently serviced the car at 169,000 km, changing fluids and filters and replacing the front suspension radius rods and bushes. At 160,430 km, the engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, air filter and VANOS solenoid o-rings were replaced. At 153,615 km, the engine oil, brake fluid, coolant and microfilter were renewed. The brake pads and tyres have also been replaced in recent years. This 1999 BMW M5 has been lovingly maintained and is presented in excellent condition. Its detailed service history and the rare Oxford Green Metallic colour are particular highlights, but the E39 M5 at its core is a well-equipped car boasting rewarding analogue performance, and one that every enthusiast should experience if they have the chance. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.