This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025 on Sunday the 9th of November, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. Introduced in 1998, the E39 generation BMW M5 combined refined executive comfort with genuine sports car performance and is widely regarded as one of the best balanced performance saloons of its time Considered the last of the analogue M cars, the E39 M5 represents the end of an era before the introduction of electronic driver aids and paddle shift gearboxes, offering an unfiltered driving experience prized by enthusiasts and collectors alike Registered in 2000, this example has had just four previous keepers, remaining in long term ownership for over 18 years before being placed in dry storage from 2022 until late 2024, covering only 400 miles since Finished in Avus Blue metallic over Black Heritage Nappa leather with fine wood interior trim, anthracite headlining and M-Sport tricolour stitching to the steering wheel, presenting a tasteful and purposeful cabin Powered by BMW’s 4.9-litre S62 V8 producing 394bhp and 369lb/ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox driving the rear wheels, providing an engaging and rewarding driving experience Factory specification includes rear parking sensors, cruise-control, heated and electrically adjustable front seats with driver memory, electric sunroof, automatic air-conditioning, GSM car telephone, switchable sport mode and Xenon headlights with cleaning system Supplied with its original stamped service book containing 17 service entries This represents an appealing opportunity to acquire a well cared for example of BMW’s acclaimed performance saloon