M5 1999 vs 2002

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All, general question from a newbie: I am looking at M5's, and would like to know if there are any differences between a 1999 or 2002? Some facelift stuff, but any major diff? Big price difference!
Coff

[KevinM]

All, general question from a newbie: I am looking at M5's, and would like to know if there are any differences between a 1999 or 2002? Some facelift stuff, but any major diff? Big price difference!
Coff

1. Some 2000 models (1999 not available in US) had problems with noisy VANOS units.
2. 2001+ have larger NAV screen, updated NAV system; 2001+ have grey rather than black instrument dials (tach, spedo, etc.).
3. 2001+ have CELIS LED tail lights, angel-eye front xenons.
4. Early 2000 models (and therefore assume all 1999s) require 10-60 oil rather than 5-30; some people with later models use 10-60 anyway.
5. M-audio is different in 2002s (bigger subs I think).
6. No major mechanical differences; mileage, warranty/CPO status will be the big difference.
7. Clutch can be a weak point, so check for slippage if you buy the 1999.
8. All your questions and more answered on m5board.com; do a search there.

Good luck.

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Thanks Kev, will do.