Few cars better embody BMW M Division's golden era than the E61 M5 Touring and SB is thrilled to be listing this example on the platform. Combining the practicality of a family estate with a 500hp naturally aspirated V10 derived from BMW's Formula One programme, it remains one of the most charismatic and compelling fast estates ever produced. At the heart of the E61 lies the S85 V10, an engine that revs beyond 8,000rpm. Even among modern performance estates, there is simply nothing else that combines such a unique powertrain with such understated looks and genuine everyday usability. Originally equipped with BMW's SMG transmission, it has since undergone a professionally executed six-speed manual conversion to create a specification many enthusiasts regard as the holy grail of E61 ownership. The conversion was completed in 2022 and forms part of a wider programme of improvement and restoration that has seen substantial investment throughout recent years. Presented in Silverstone Metallic over a Light Silverstone leather interior, the cabin has benefited from extensive refurbishment work, while the exterior received a documented full respray in 2024. Further enhancements include KW Variant 3 coilover suspension, a Centre Gravity setup and corner-weighting session, upgraded Bi-LED headlights, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, and a heated steering wheel retrofit. The result is an E61 M5 Touring that has been continually developed and improved by knowledgeable BMW enthusiasts rather than simply maintained. It offers the rare opportunity to acquire one of BMW M's most celebrated creations in an arguably more desirable specification than when it left the factory. Here is your opportunity to acquire something that BMW is guilty of not having produced themselves. As always, the seller (well known to us at SB and a bonafide BMW enthusiast) is available to answer all questions via the Comments section below and has stated that the private registration plate is not included in the sale. SB would like to highlight that the history file reflects an owner focused not only on maintenance but also on continually improving the vehicle, resulting in an E61 M5 Touring that stands apart from the majority of examples on the market today. Buyers should bid with confidence.

Combining a naturally aspirated V10, rear-wheel drive and estate car practicality, this M5 Touring occupies a unique position in automotive history and takes that formula a step further. The manual gearbox conversion, extensive documented expenditure, suspension upgrades, interior refurbishment and recent cosmetic restoration create a compelling package for enthusiasts seeking one of the most engaging and characterful fast estates ever built. For those searching for an E61 M5 Touring that has been genuinely developed, improved and enjoyed by knowledgeable enthusiasts, this highly specified example deserves serious consideration. Buyers should bid with confidence.

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