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BMW to Offer M-Package for Regular 5-Series Models

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M-Style Body Kit Makes the Suspension Upgrades More Obvious

With V10 power, 507 horsepower and a 7-speed F1-style SMG transmission, the 2005 M5 is readying to take back its ultimate sedan status from the Audi RS6 and Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG.

The M5 has the ability to deliver mind-numbing driving dynamics capable of humbling even the finest Italian supercars without breaking a sweat or losing its 5-Series style or functionality. While it wont be available until January 1st, 2005, BMW has an alternative to tempt sport sedan connoisseurs in the meantime: the functional and attractive M-Package for the 5-Series sedan and Touring (wagon).

Like the name suggests, the M-Package was developed

As a taste of things to come, BMW will be offering the functional and attractive M-Package for the 5-Series sedan and Touring (wagon). (Photo: BMW of North America)

The idea of an M-Package is hardly new, as BMW has been enhancing its regular production models for years. Recent

Suspension upgrades and an appearance enhancing body kit, plus improved interior components are part of the M-Package. (Photo: BMW of North America)

Rather than offering engine upgrades, as with other M-badged vehicles, M-Motorsport used its handling and ride know-how to produce a specially tuned sports suspension for less-endowed 5-Series models. New springs with a higher rate drop the ride height by 20 mm, while offering better body control and increased stability. Eighteen-inch mock-M5 wheels, complete with the metallic shadow finish, are included with the package too. The beautiful split-spoke alloys are

While the M-Package doesnt feature any engine upgrades, new springs with a higher rate drop the ride height by 0.8 inches, offering better body control and increased stability. (Photo: BMW of North America)

If you should so happen to spot an M5 on the streets in the near future, be sure to make a double-pass. When ordered, the M-Package adds an aggressive body kit, featuring new front and rear bumpers with aerodynamically tuned skirts. Like the production M5, the M body kit features the same contorted fins, gaping center intake and amorphous surfaces, making the 5-Series equipped with this specification an M5 look-a-like.

But of course, BMW has its own little clues integrated into the real M5s styling to set it apart, including telltale front fender gills and massive quad tailpipes, plus the fact that no M5 Touring has been

As BMW hasnt announced an M5 Touring, the M-Package will be the next best thing. (Photo: BMW of North America)

On the inside, BMW has changed things around quite a bit, the extent of which is greater than one might imagine. While drastic plastic surgery isnt a part of the M Packages agenda, highly bolstered front seats trimmed in anthracite Napa leather (Dakota leather for the 545 model), plus a leather-wrapped M-Sport three-spoke steering wheel with multifunction controls, and special aluminum checkerboard trim for the doors, dashboard, center console and shifter surround. M-badged aluminum kick plates and carpeting are also a part of the package.