Having problems with smog tests? This site is an attempt to make a survey with California-related smog issues. Even if these are only rough estimates, it could provide interesting info for E39 M5 owners not only in California but also elsewhere. Some notes and tips include having your catalytic converter as hot as possible before [...]
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E39 M5 Chrome Angel Eyes
You can always find a set of Angel Eyes Headlamps for sale on ebay. This pair is brand new and comes as a set, which also include the bulbs. These head lamps are perfectly designed for the 1999 onwards models of the BMW E39 M5. They are manufactured to stop any condensation that is a [...]
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Upgrading your E39 M5
This is a quick post about the Kudosbmw.com site that features an upgrade for your E39 M5. Autostyling director Simon Allen is glad to give some advise. If you like a sporty look or just a simple face lift, read this page.There are pictures that show one of their upgraded E39 M5′s. The items included [...]
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Reuter Motorsport Exhaust for the E39 M5
Here is a video of an E39 M5 with a Reuter Motorsport Exhaust. The throaty roar definitely sounds like a beast. This 1 minute and 27 second clip mainly features the exhaust and the resulting sound of the car. Some viewers noted though that the tunnel setting helped in exaggerating the exhaust sound. On the [...]
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Silverstone E39 M5
Photographer Felix Winqvist posted this picture in his Flckr photo stream that features a Silverstone E39 M5. It is an amazing shot capturing the pure power and beauty of the E39 M5. Taken at dusk or sunset (not sure which), the result is a bit surreal. I like the green grass as backdrop. Simple and [...]
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Installing a wheel liner on your E39 M5
If your rear wheel is rubbing due to the lowering of your E39 M5 or addition of wider wheels, one solution is having your fenders rolled in a bit. And some suggest that upgrading the liners can also stop the rubbing. Required parts include the Left M5 Liner and the Right M5 Liner. For those [...]
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Perfect Gift for E39 M5 Owners
It must be the holiday air but I thought this would be a perfect present for E39 M5 owners. Well, to be accurate, it is heaven sent for fans of the BMW M-Series. This book is written by Alan Henry as he tries to examine the M cars from the M1 series to the M5. [...]
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Tires for the E39 M5
Here’s a web site that will help you choose the right tires for your E39 M5. Tyre reviews compiled these ratings emphasizing the tire’s dry grip, wet grip and comfort. They also rate the costumer’s feedback on its wear and progress. The tires that were rated include the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2, Vredestein Ultra Sessanta, [...]
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E39 M5 with Hayward & Scott Exhaust
In contrast to the previous vid, we have a 2000 E39 M5 here that goes on a great drive. Modified with a Hayward and Scott Exhaust, it sure sounds like the beast that it is. It is also installed with stock headers, stock cats and stock resonators. The car swiftly warmed up and it sounds [...]
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Remembering the BMW M5 Touring E39
On the 25th anniversary of BMW Motorsport GmbH, a group of select journalists were invited to learn more about the history of the M5 series. One of those featured is the never released E39 M5 Touring. This car has a 5.0 liter V8 engine that produces 400 horsepower. Its maximum torque is 500 Nm or [...]
December 26th, 2009 | Brooks | 0 comments | Continued
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