A Modern Classic 2002 BMW M5 Surfaces At Auction
Finished in Sterling Grey Metallic with 18” Style 65 wheels in chrome shadow.
Words by Damian Nicholas Photos by Bring-A-Trailer
Feb 21, 2025 – Updated Feb 24, 2025
Update: The 2002 BMW M5 sold for $110,000 USD. For reference, the base MSRP for a 2002 BMW M5 was $69,900 USD excluding fees and a 2025 BMW M5 has a base MSRP of $119,500 USD.
Original Story: A mint condition BMW M5 with one 12k miles, is currently up for auction via Bring A Trailer. This unique example, chassis code E39, was originally purchased in California with one owner, until it was purchased by the current selling/dealer in 2015.
The original owner purchased this example in Sterling Grey Metallic exterior– over black Nappa Point leather interior complemented with a Shadowline trim, sunroof, trunk spoiler and quad exhaust outlets, rear valance, and rocker panels –which the seller notes that the front bumper received a paintless ding removal (PDR) and paint protection film (PPF). Additionally, this E39 M5 rides on 18” Style 65 wheels and has been fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires – which also comes with a set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4S.
Under the bonnet is a 4.9-liter S62 V8 with individual throttle bodies (ITBs) and a double-VANOS continuously variable valve timing paired with a Getrag six-speed manual transmission and a Limited-Slip Differential—initially rated at 394 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque when new. Maintenance records from 2015-2025, includes changing of transmission fluids, and replacing differential seals in addition to servicing exterior and interior elements.
Inside, the cabin features the original heated and power-adjustable front seats in black Nappa Point leather with black carpeting. The car retains its original cassette stereo and trucked-mounted CD changer with an M Audio plus enhanced bass—Additionally, this M5 received the euro-spec trim, with Anthracite visible on the headliner, dashboard, door panels, and center console.
At the time of writing, the ‘02 BMW M5 (E39) shows roughly 11,848 miles on the odometer and has a leading bid of $95,000 USD placed, with three days left on Bring A Trailer.
Check out this review of a 2003 BMW M5 in Sterling Gray Metallic from Enthusiast Auto Group, the largest independent BMW dealer focusing on car preservation and rejuvenation—in the video below.
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