What items/changes would you make to a M5 to make it better? - The Unofficial BMW M5 Messageboard (m5board.com)

Apples · 21st October 2001, 06:49

I'm sorry if this has been done.
But l wonder what things you would add/delete to the next M5 to make it even better.

1...I would like a valet ket that you can use on nights out. It would only allow the engine to run to say 3000rpm max. This is a must.
2... I like the heads up display for speedo
readings.
3...To keep the RPM warm up mode to stay yellow from 4000rpm onwards, for the first 2000miles....just as a warning only for driver that want to push a bit too hard.
Thats all for now.....let your minds run wild....but if you can add serious improvements to the car that would be good.
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Bluewater M5 · 21st October 2001, 06:56

-in dash cd
-stock clear signal lights
-dvd nav
-better service
-better service
-better service

beanboy · 21st October 2001, 08:10

I agree:
-better service
-better service
-better service
Today I sat for over 3 hours while they changed two tires and did my oil service. Moreover, this was my third attempt at getting tires...before they were out (even though they made me wait 1.5 hrs before they came back and told me they were out). They also charged me $100 more per tire than they told me when I asked last week....
-cupholders that actually hold drinks instead of breaking and/or launching drinks into people's laps

VanCooper · 21st October 2001, 08:37

1.In dash CD
2.Better cupholders
3.SMG tranmission for rush hour
4.More rear leg room
5.Full tool kit in the trunk
6.A more conveniently placed locking device for electric windows
7.Sport mode on at all time
8. Less intrusive DSC
9. More color choice (my choice: estoril blue)
10. Strobe lights...j/k

VanM · 21st October 2001, 11:33

The M5 is an awsome car but it needs a serious DIET!!! It is just way to heavy.

se · 21st October 2001, 12:24

I would like everything that is available to the rest of the world and not the watered-down US version ...

lofstrom · 21st October 2001, 13:03

Before adding any more features I would like BMW to straighten out all present problems with the electronics...

JohnH · 21st October 2001, 13:26

Lose some weight
Sport Mode on at start
Better Nav system
Spare Wheel
In-Dash CD
Nokia Mobile Integration
Stronger Clutch

BMW523 · 21st October 2001, 14:36

Quote:

1...I would like a valet ket that you can use on nights out. It would only allow the engine to run to say 3000rpm max. This is a must.

Mmmmh sorry I don't get this point. What do you mean?

Regards Stefan

Apples · 21st October 2001, 14:51

Would you think it's a good idea to give a young wanabe F1 driver an M5 and 7000rpm limit at your local restaurant.

There is another post all about what happens to your car once you hand your keys over to the valet guy/girl.

The key is programmed to ONLY let the engine run to 3000rpm, so you know that there will be plenty of tire left when you pick it up.
I always worry when l hand over my keys...don't you??
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