The E39 was the best-selling M5 up to this point, with over 20,000 built. It was also the first M5 to be produced on the regular BMW production line. A Touring version was even considered (see ...

Despite being a true pop culture icon, this bona fide BMW sports car ... Alpina swapped in a 4.8-liter V8 from the BMW E39 B10 V8 S, which produced 375 horsepower and had a more relaxed power ...