Re: Help: E39 540i owner confused-95 E34 Euro M5 ? (archive)

I'm the proud owner of a '97 540i. Love the car except it's an automatic without the sport suspension. I can't afford a new M5 so I was looking to purchase a newer model 540i six speed with sport suspension and then install the RD sport cams and exhaust. Then I can across this site http://www.eagleimex.com/BMW.html and fell in love with the beautiful Green 94/95 Euro M5 listed there.
So, I know this is an E34 board, but I sure would appreciate some feedback from this list. My basic questions are:
How much faster, if at all, is the 94/95 M5 Euro over a stock E39 540i six speed?
What are the key issues with the M5 regarding maintenance and longevity?
Can this car be modified to meet California EPA?
If so, what performance hits would the car take?
What specific areas should I have focused on during a Tech inspection?
Anything else you think I should know?
Thanks for any feedback.

Hi
Steve, Just purchased my 94 M5 3.8 about a month ago from eagleimex.I could not have got a better deal all the EPA and
DOT were done and I have recieved all paper work .If your looking for a great deal and everything is truly legal you should
contact eagleimex . I want to thank eagleimex for everything .I will send my friends to them.My lawyer friend
has also purchased 95M5 Touring and will be recieving his car in 3 weeks I know he will be very happy with eagleimex.The guy is now back from
germany.

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