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2003 BMW M5
for sale
near
Long Beach, CA
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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Limerock Park m3
I purchased a limerock m3 from EAG (worked with Eric). I am beyond pleased with both the purchase and customer service. The car arrived exactly when it was promised and in excellent condition. Eric was extremely helpful and patient throughout the entire process. I will definitely be a repeat customer and would highly recommend purchasing a car from him.
Timeless automotive classic - but not for everyone
I purchased a 2002 with 130K miles and drove it as my daily driver until the timing chain guides gave out at around 240K. I liked it so much that I bought another one for a preposterously low price at the beginning of the pandemic, which I still own. BMW is primarily an engine builder. This engine just feels so good, especially from 3500 rpm up, and it is extremely comfortable on long trips (lack of rear leg room is a common complaint though). There is a reason why the E39 M5 was one of the preferred Cannonball Run cars! It is heavy at around 4,000 pounds, but the handling is predictable and responsive and it is fun to get this car sideways. The old navigation system is showing its age, but at least you can easily add aux cable support and the Sirius satellite radio module. Don't get me started on how awful the cup holders are - certainly the most common complaint about E39s in general. High mileage cars are always a risk - particularly BMWs with lots of options - and especially if the previous owner didn't keep up with everything. You don't want one of these if you can't afford to light $5K on fire to fix e.g. an engine problem when you least expect it. That said, this is one of the most reliable engines BMW ever made, especially if you have a code reader and keep up with pre-emptive maintenance (e.g. timing chain tensioners! Ask me how I know.) The ideal owner of this car is a weekend mechanic who can do most of the maintenance, especially the cooling system, control arms, and bushings. BMW designs their suspension components to be regular wear items, and the parts are surprisingly inexpensive except for the front shock absorbers. M5s are not great cars for showing off - most people have no idea what an M5 is. To the untrained eye it just looks like a boring family sedan that your accountant might drive. That said, you will regularly encounter people who give a thumbs up or want to do a quick drag race. This car was the BMW flagship model during their most dominant years. if you enjoy a manual transmission, rear wheel drive, 4 doors, and want to enjoy a piece of automotive history, you simply can't do better than this car.






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2003 E39 M5
I knew the car itself would be terrific based on our discussions, my visit to your facilities and what previous customers have said. What I was not prepared for was a totally different, refreshing and complete customer experience. I have never had a car purchase experience remotely close to the level of customer service, attention to detail and communication. I say all this and have yet to actually take delivery of the E39 M5 as we wait out a hurricane in the southeast. While I am a perfectionist when it comes to my cars, I think you and your team are a cut above in those terms. I am so pleased that I chose to work with EAG and know I will again in the future. All the best and thank you again to you and the entire EAG team.
My wife cried when it left for its new home.
From the day I first drove the e39 M5 I wanted one however I didn't want a used one and as they stopped production in MY2003 I decided to wait for the e60 M5. When it came out with only SMG I found a low mileage e39 LeMans Blue still in warranty and didn't regret it. This car will be a great addition to anyonye's garage and at times I still miss it but after bringing home her replacement, a MY2008 e60 M5, I don't see my wife thinking about her old girl any more.






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My first car from them was back in 2019.
My first car from them was back in 2019. A Yukon XL. Then came the trade-in. Then another new one. Just picked up my third from them. A Buick Encore. And the best part? They remembered my name. That kind of consistency builds trust. People don’t rotate every six months here. Everything feels steady.
future classic
The E39 M5 is used as a yardstick for modern sedans yet the car has been out of production for 11 years. Good reasons: It has a high quality roomy interior (although rather plain) combined with a smallish exterior size, very powerful but economical engine (mine does 24 highway @ 65 mph, 21.5 mpg overall for the last 18,000 miles), solid body, famous handling. The negatives: Regular mechanical upkeep is required and can be expensive. Clutch wears quickly if abused (mine has 50,000 miles and is still okay). Gearshift is notchy. Audio/Nav units are crude by current standards. In summary, an extremely fast, solid, comfortable, fun to drive family sedan that will be fondly remembered 20 years from now.






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Flawless
Hey all, There’s really no other way to put it then oh my xxxxxx god. This car is more than I could’ve imagined better presented than ever expected and I am on cloud nine. From the first phone call through documentation, communication and everything else involved you and your team have been absolutely astounding. There is a reason that people do business with you and I am now hooked. The only thing I can say other than thank you times infinity, is to please find me some thing in Phoenix Yellow. Thank you again and again and again and again. You are all awesome.
Dream car realized
I love this car. I have had a 525,540,M3 and now the king the E39 M5. It is a wolf in a sheeps clothing. Daily driver for sure but a sportscar when you push the pedal. Its great on long or short trips and the sport button is s blast. The styling is my favorite or any BMW ever made clean lines and no wasted steel. This car is the best sedan that I have ever seen, there are no comparisons.






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great to do business with very professional.
very clear and professional, always returned texts or emails. car was delivered as decribed. very trustworthy. They are very good to their customers and want to please the buyer. You pay a little more and you get a lot more
M5 is the BEST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED!
This car is the beat well rounded car ever. The fastest production car when it came to the market. You can seat 4 people with lots of room. And the car really moves for being 4k pounds. Push in the sport button and it's like it picks up 60 more HP and grips the road great. They only brought 10,000 cars from this third GEN M5 (with the s62 motor, which is a modified 4.4L from the 540 bored out to make 4.94L engine) I get so many looks and people love seeing my car. There will not be too many of these original left after another 3-5 years and with 394HP and 367lbs torque for the price. FYI though, find a mechanic who can work on your car because the cost of bring this thing into BMW shop is expensive so have someone lined up before you go out and just trust everything those scammers say. Lots of things to look for when buging one of these so be careful.






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I live in Miami, I just bought a car, and had the
I live in Miami, I just bought a car, and had the pleasure to get in contact with Allan. He was professional, took care of all my needs and the experience was very pleasant. He made arrangements for delivery and I have the feeling everything is going to be as expected. I'll be sure to describe it as soon as I get it. Keep up the excellent job!






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About the 2003 BMW M5
Base shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 0
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 394.0-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

How much does the 2003 BMW M5 cost?
The 2003 BMW M5 price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2003 M5 is $74,480, with pricing starting at $26,900.
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Is the 2003 BMW M5 reliable?
The 2003 BMW M5 has an average reliability rating of 3.3 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2003 M5 owners.
Is the 2003 BMW M5 a good sedan?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2003 BMW M5.
- Comfort 4.2
- Interior 4.2
- Performance 4.7
- Value 3.7
- Exterior 4.5
- Reliability 3.3
70% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 4.2
- Interior 4.2
- Performance 4.7
- Value 3.7
- Exterior 4.5
- Reliability 3.3
M5 (1 style)
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M5 4dr Sdn 6-Spd Manual |
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Starting at $70,400 |
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394.0-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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