2002 BMW M5 Ratings
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2002 BMW M5 - Base
Perfect car. E39 M5 was the last M car with a naturally aspirated V8, with the famous, precise and wonderful six speed stick. Inside finish quality outstanding, looks better than many new cars today. Engine is great. Doesn't go 0-60 in 4 seconds, but who really needs that? This one takes about 4.6 seconds. But plenty of torque, monstrous in mid range (2200-50002 rpm). Well built, handles well in rain and even light snow.
- Recommend this vehicle to a friend? Yes
- How long have you owned this vehicle? 13 years
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2002 BMW M5 - Base
Pros: The Power!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cons: Wish the seat was a little wider.
Advice: Hang on!!!
This is the most fun you can have in four doors. I love the shift from second to third, amazing power. Clutch and steering are incredible. Car feels like it is on rails at all speeds. Only complaint is making smooth take offs at high speed. Seats are very comfortable but I am very tall and wide and they could be a bit wider in the seat for me. -
2002 BMW M5 - Base
Pros: M label
Cons: suspenion too soft when you need fast corning
Advice: get ACS parts to make it perfect
a Sedan doesn't need 400bhp and stick shift. So if need this car to perform better, the suspension must be upgraded. Firmer and lower the suspension by an inch to make the car totally diferent. Stock pipes are heavy, fit DINAN or ACS give better sound and look. -
2002 BMW M5 - Base
Pros: Overall performance
Cons: Thats a tough one
Advice: Self restraint when driving
Simply put, the most awesome sedan on the road today. I went to a Porsche Club track event and opened their eyes. The only close competition came from 996 twin turbos and an RS 3.8. I was a Porsche owner for 30 years. I have gone to the dark side of the force now and hardly ever look back. When I do I see Porsches in the rearview. The M5 is that incredible. I know some car company will come up with more horsepower, but I doubt they will match the total balance of Power, torque, cornering, stopping, and comfort. When God said 'let there be automobiles', this is what he meant.