We present to you this 2003 BMW M5 in the iconic LeMans Blue over Black and Blue leather with 61,857 miles. Considered by many as one of the most balanced sports sedans ever built, the E39 M5 represents the final naturally aspirated manual V8 M5 and continues to hold its place as a collectible benchmark. This example features tasteful enhancements including Dinan 19-inch wheels, AFE air boxes, and a Brembo big brake upgrade, supported by extensive service reporting on Carfax.

The E39 M5 is widely regarded as one of BMW M’s greatest achievements, blending a naturally aspirated 4.9-liter V8 with a six-speed manual transmission, hydraulic steering, and a chassis that prioritizes balance and mechanical feel. Its combination of understated executive design and sports car performance helped define an era before turbocharging and dual clutch gearboxes became the norm.

 

The S62 V8 delivers 400 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, with smooth linear response. The Rear Wheel Drive layout remains true to the analog M philosophy. Among enthusiasts and collectors, well-preserved manual E39s such as this continue to hold demand due to mechanical purity, low production relative to later generations, and minimal driver assistance oversight.

Built upon one of BMW's most timeless designs ever, this example is finished in LeMans Blue with Blue and Black leather, and carries a factory aesthetic that remains one of the most desirable M5 color and trim pairings. Dinan 19-inch wheels complement the stance, while Brembo brakes and AFE intake boxes enhance performance and drivability without over-modifying the platform. The interior features an M color stitched shift boot and center armrest cover, power rear sunshade, and park distance control. All mechanical components remain original.

Carfax documents nine owners across Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida with extensive service history and no reported accident records, though visual evidence indicates minor front-end paintwork at some point. There is no documented track use. The vehicle shows light rock chips consistent with age and a small clear coat peel section along the passenger door seam. 

For collectors seeking a clean example of BMW’s most celebrated sedan, this E39 M5 offers the desirable factory LeMans configuration with tasteful upgrades and proper maintenance. The combination of mileage, specification, analog driving feel, and naturally aspirated V8 power positions this M5 as both an enjoyable driver and a strong long-term enthusiast offering.

 

Update 12/11/2025: The previous owner confirmed this M5 is fitted with a Rogue exhaust and Rogue short shifter. 

Undercarriage photos taken 12/11 can be seen by following this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Cz5wNMYyIpTmU74wkt6QxVO46cBDbQbl?usp=sharing

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Extensive maintenance history reported on Carfax
 

Carfax shows 9 owners. 3/2023 Michigan, 3/2006 Michigan, 1/2007 Michigan, 5/2009 Michigan, 6/2010 Ohio, 7/2010 Pennsylvania 38k miles, 5/2016 Pennsylvania, 4/2018 Florida, 7/2025 Florida