This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at Supercar Fest 2026 on Saturday the 16th of May, Sywell Aerodrome, Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BN.
Launched in 2006, BMW M's V10-powered E61 M5 remains one of the most exotic models of its kind
Developed during BMW’s peak in Formula 1, it was powered by a 5.0-litre, naturally aspirated V10 producing 507bhp at 7,750rpm and 520Nm of torque at 6,100rpm fed through a 7-speed SMG 'Drivelogic' gearbox
Performance was sensational with 62mph appearing in 4.8 seconds and with the speed limiter deactivated, 203mph was theoretically possible
Finished in Silver Grey Metallic over black leather complemented by a matching set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4s
The indicated mileage at the time of consignment was c.78,600 and the car presents well throughout
Crucially for an E60 M5, there is evidence that shows the rod bearings and the SMG hydraulic motor were replaced in August 2021, with it’s most recent service carried out at c.78,473 miles
Pleasingly supplied with it’s dealer handbooks, BMW service book and an array of previous invoices and MOT Certificates
Chris Bangle's styling was a little divisive when the car was launched but over time the E60 just seems to get better looking and the organ-rearranging thrust from that ballistic V10 is positively addictive
