Going to test drive a used M5 today

bugnuker · 07-08-2017, 08:32 AM

the M5 bug has bit, and now I need one it seems. Yes, need it, like vitamin c.

Anyways, I've done a fair amount of research. I haven't found any list of "Make sure this is in good shape before you buy used..." etc.

I am coming from a CLS550, and it's had it's share of problems, mostly suspension related.

With all that being said - can any one offer any advice on things to check, things to look for on a used M5 (2013)?

Thanks everyone! I'm looking forward to getting to know some of you guys and enjoying the beast that is the M5.

KMORGSM5 · 07-08-2017, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by bugnuker

the M5 bug has bit, and now I need one it seems. Yes, need it, like vitamin c.

Anyways, I've done a fair amount of research. I haven't found any list of "Make sure this is in good shape before you buy used..." etc.

I am coming from a CLS550, and it's had it's share of problems, mostly suspension related.

With all that being said - can any one offer any advice on things to check, things to look for on a used M5 (2013)?

Thanks everyone! I'm looking forward to getting to know some of you guys and enjoying the beast that is the M5.

Pull service records, see if there is a trend of issues. Does it have extended warranty?

LI-M5 · 07-08-2017, 11:24 AM

make sure its cpo or as an xtend warr till 100k !!

apexlocator · 07-08-2017, 12:50 PM

Yes, pull the service records to see (if it is even documented) how often its been in to top off the oil, from oil consumption. If its 1000 miles or less, move on to the next car....seems to happen more often in the MY13, but later years can have oil consumption issues too. CPO is a must if its MY13, since they're probably out of warranty anyways.

josec70 · 07-08-2017, 04:52 PM

Like others have stated pull the service history as the 13's have documented issues.

Prior to the 15' M5 I currently own I had a 13' which had many issues.

Among these was excessive oil consumption, power steering failure, several drivetrain malfunction issues, issues with excessive brake noise and a transmission issue that took 3 weeks to resolve.

Maybe this was atypical but my experience was not positive as the car was always in the shop. If you go 13' make sure you buy warranty / CPO.

My 15' has had zero issues; my advice would be to spend a bit more and get an LCI 14'.

TrevorM3 · 07-08-2017, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by josec70

Like others have stated pull the service history as the 13's have documented issues.

Prior to the 15' M5 I currently own I had a 13' which had many issues.

Among these was excessive oil consumption, power steering failure, several drivetrain malfunction issues, issues with excessive brake noise and a transmission issue that took 3 weeks to resolve.

Maybe this was atypical but my experience was not positive as the car was always in the shop. If you go 13' make sure you buy warranty / CPO.

My 15' has had zero issues; my advice would be to spend a bit more and get an LCI 14'.

even though this guy doesn't show up to any of my meets, you should still follow this advice OP.

/ THREAD

josec70 · 07-08-2017, 08:41 PM

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even though this guy doesn't show up to any of my meets, you should still follow this advice OP.

/ THREAD

LOL Trevor! I have been to exactly 1!

boots · 07-08-2017, 10:30 PM

Check the seat for one of those "oh shit" moments

Fast400 · 07-09-2017, 03:52 AM

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Check the seat for one of those "oh shit" moments

hirkaismyname · 07-10-2017, 07:07 PM

Also, make sure the 1400 mile service was done or within +/- 200 miles of 1400 miles. Or is it 1200?

JMD · 07-11-2017, 12:21 PM

Cops!,.....specifically, those using Laser or Radar gun! :0)

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josec70 Major General 4074 Rep 5,233 Posts Drives: 22' Individual Chalk M5C Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Miami iTrader: (2)	Like others have stated pull the service history as the 13's have documented issues. Prior to the 15' M5 I currently own I had a 13' which had many issues. Among these was excessive oil consumption, power steering failure, several drivetrain malfunction issues, issues with excessive brake noise and a transmission issue that took 3 weeks to resolve. Maybe this was atypical but my experience was not positive as the car was always in the shop. If you go 13' make sure you buy warranty / CPO. My 15' has had zero issues; my advice would be to spend a bit more and get an LCI 14'. __________________ CURRENT: 22' INDIVIDUAL M5\| CHALK \| TARTUFO \| CCB \| MPE \| H&R \| IND GONE: 19' M5C\| SINGAPORE GREY\| ARAGON\|VELOS VLS-06\|H&R\|iPE\|IND\|XPEL\|CF\|RADENSO GONE: 15' F10 M5\|BSM\|BLACK\|VELOS VSS-S2\|KW\|AKRA\|IND\|CF \|ESCORT 360\|VELOS PIGGY GONE: 13' F10 M5\|SG\|BLACK\|AKRA\|KW\|IND LONG GONE: 09' E60 M5\|02' E39 M5
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