[Procure]

2006 is the first E60 M5 model.
2007 added an optional no-cost 6-speed manual option.
2008 added:
- Monaco Blue as a color option;
- Options of soft close doors, heated steering wheel, and iPod USB adapter;
- A facelift for the headlights and tail lights as well as LED tails, if I am not mistaken.
- Different designs for the inner doors (handle, switches, etc)

Also, late-2006 and beyond fixed most ailing iDrive, SMG hydraulic pump, and VANOS issues. And I think that late 2006 models added an Aux jack on the rear of the front middle console (Mine doesn't have it but others do ).

I think thats all?

 

[Flash2k6]

That's a good start!

I know there are more changes to the 08's, I've heard the interior has some changes as well... a new iDrive knob for example.

-F

 

[SBM6]

'08 New I-Drive Knob; 6 customizable pre-set buttons; reconfigured center console; different driver interior door handle and driver door buttons moved; Softer, more padded steering wheel for non-heated wheel

 

[[email protected]]

I have an '06, and I personally like it much better than the newer ones.

Reasons:
1. Seats are much more comfortable and look better.
2. Door panels have a much better design ergonomically and aesthetically as well.
3. Center console design is nicer with the leather instead of the trim.

Downsides:
1. Force feedback iDrive Knob
2. Slower iDrive system
3. No Traffic exception reporting

That's my take. I think the pros outweigh the cons.

 

[Barry Lausch]

Just search "08 facelift changes" and you've got it all. Gustav did a very comprehensive thread with pics along with many others. From my point of view the 08 SMG wins by a nose. (I've had an 06, 07 & 08) IMHO :cool2:

 

[benfmd]

Just search "08 facelift changes" and you've got it all. Gustav did a very comprehensive thread with pics along with many others. From my point of view the 08 SMG wins by a nose. (I've had an 06, 07 & 08) IMHO :cool2:

Just out of curiosity, why do you buy a new M5 every year? Seems like a waste of money.

 

[Barry Lausch]

Just out of curiosity, why do you buy a new M5 every year? Seems like a waste of money.

It absolutely is.

 

[benfmd]

It absolutely is.

So what is the benefit of buying a new one every year, when the differences between them are miniscule?

 

[Glock 32]

So what is the benefit of buying a new one every year, when the differences between them are miniscule?

Because he can, I suppose?

 

[[email protected]]

So what is the benefit of buying a new one every year, when the differences between them are miniscule?

Every year? Who cares? I buy one every month.

:1:Just kidding!

 

[m5baller]

Just out of curiosity, why do you buy a new M5 every year? Seems like a waste of money.

Do a search on" Vanos" issues and your question to Barry will be answered in vivid detail.:3: You may want to get yourself a class of wine, get comfortable and make an evening of it!:hihi:
:cheers:

 

[Cosmos]

I think Barry is just going thru the color palate.

 

[Barry Lausch]

I think Barry is just going thru the color palate.

Stuck on Sepang.......................but Black is lookin pretty good. :3:

 

[Barry Lausch]

So what is the benefit of buying a new one every year, when the differences between them are miniscule?

It's to painful to talk about! hmmm

 

[unfoundhorsepower]

2006 is the first E60 M5 model.
2007 added an optional no-cost 6-speed manual option.
2008 added:
- Monaco Blue as a color option;
- Options of soft close doors, heated steering wheel, and iPod USB adapter;
- A facelift for the headlights and tail lights as well as LED tails, if I am not mistaken.
- Different designs for the inner doors (handle, switches, etc)

Also, late-2006 and beyond fixed most ailing iDrive, SMG hydraulic pump, and VANOS issues. And I think that late 2006 models added an Aux jack on the rear of the front middle console (Mine doesn't have it but others do ).

I think thats all?

:nono::nono: 2005 first e60m5....

 

[Procure]

:nono::nono: 2005 first e60m5....

Ahh you're right, for European buyers. I guess I only thought about the North American M5's... ouich

 

[BD 997]

:nono::nono: 2005 first e60m5....

in europe not USA

 

[Barry Lausch]

in europe not USA

Exactly!.........This is why I could never quite understand all the problems with the 06 release of the M5. BMW had a year in ROW to work out the major gremlins. :dunno:

 

[LoyolaM5]

what are the differences between the smg II and the smg III in the 2008. i hear the programming is different and feels completely different. any opinions on the change?