With its six-speed stick and M-Sport options, today’s Nice Price or No Dice BMW 540i has lots going for it. Let’s see if the price makes this a Bimmer to beat.

Can the return of a lofty name do the E39 5 Series proud? Eric Weiner Writer Steven Pham Photographer Sep 15, 2017. ... 2017 BMW 540i M Sport Specifications ON SALE. Now. PRICE. $60,045/$82,610 ...

But nearly 20 years ago, BMW nailed the formula with their E39 M5 (1998-2003), the reigning king of all M5s. It is a car praised for its power, performance, balance, tractability and design. Amongst ...

M Performance Goodies for BMW 5 Series Revealed; Pervasive E39-centric nostalgia lends both optimism and apprehension. ... 2017 BMW 540i M Sport. BASE PRICE . $62,000 (est) VEHICLE LAYOUT .

Now, the V8 E39 M-Sport is a joy of a car. This one is said to be one of only about 1,000 six-speed versions dropped on the U.S. market over the course of the model's life, making it relatively rare.

The E39 M5’s engine was based on the existing 4.4-liter V-8 from the 540i Sport but with increased bore and stroke taking capacity to 4941 cc, power rising to 400 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque.

BMW M5, a jet black sedan with 127,000 miles and a black sport interior, is a single-family-owned, fully optioned classic with no accidents and recent maintenance, ideal for enthusiasts seeking a ...

2021 BMW 540i M Sport | Cars.com photo by Christian Lantry. Last redesigned for the 2017 model year, the 5 Series’ interior design is showing its age compared with the more recently updated Audi ...

Say what you will about the Chris Bangle-approved (not designed by) BMW E60, but once you strap an M Pack on to go with a set of larger wheels, its character changes almost entirely.

M Sport, offered on most BMW cars, gives some look and handling feel of the ferocious M cars without the higher power and price. Full-fledged M3 is under development; BMW won't give introduction date.