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I doubt it, but... (archive)
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Posted by Bob K. on February 18, 2001 at 23:11:43:

In Reply to: Re: Can you convert a 528e to a M5? posted by Wes Chan on February 18, 2001 at 03:12:28:


The money you spend to convert your 528e to an M5 would be more than if you just went out and bought a used M5 somewhere in the market.

Since M5s are/were hand assembled at the BMW Motorsport plant in Garching, you cannot "make" or "convert" an M5. Each one is unique, and it's a very special car--but it's also very very expensive for what you get.

I think with very careful shopping for used parts, a fake M5 can be made for less than buying a new M5. In some cases it might be worth it--especially if the E28 body is in perfect shape. The big thing of course is the motor. 5-6k, no matter how you slice it. Brake parts are also outrageous. New rotors $100. New front calipers $600+



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