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Top 8 Best Modifications For The BMW E60 M5

The BMW M5 stands tall as an iconic sports car, renowned globally and possibly the most celebrated BMW ever crafted. Across its generations, this Bavarian masterpiece has captivated the hearts of car enthusiasts, reigning supreme in its segment for years. Notably, the M5 holds a special allure for tuners, inviting passionate modifications and enhancements by enthusiasts worldwide.

Among all iterations, the E60 M5 remains a topic of fervent discussion, whether for its impressive V10 engine or its notorious reliability challenges, constantly making headlines. Despite debates over its advantages and drawbacks, the E60 M5 embodies sheer legend—boasting captivating aesthetics and an exhilarating drive that checks all the boxes. Moreover, it stands out as the most customized M5 to date, offering ample opportunities for personalization.

In its factory form, the E60 sported a divisive V10 engine capable of revving up to 9000 rpm, delivering 500 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque—an undeniable testament to its prowess and potential. However, if you sat in or rode in a E60 M5, you will know that BMW left quite a room for improvement. With that being said, here are the 8 Top Performance modifications for the BMW E60 M5.

1. B&B Axle Back Exhaust

Developed for the BMW E60 M5, this Billy Boat Performance Exhaust axle back system is precision crafted using 100% T304 stainless steel. By utilizing the factory mounting locations for an easy installation this system requires a single cut of the factory system on each side for removal and comes with all the necessary mounting hardware.

Billy Boat Performance Exhaust is known for their finely crafted catback systems. Mandrel bent for a smooth and even exhaust flow, their catback exhaust system frees up horsepower and torque that are wasted by the restrictive stock system – resulting in the best possible performance gain and sound quality combination.

Features:

Lifetime Warranty

Utilizing the Purge Resonance Technology (PRT) to have a mild exhaust note at cruising speeds yet a forceful note on aggressive driving

Made of the highest quality T-304 stainless steel

All exhaust tubing is mandrel bent on sophisticated CNC machinery for a precise fit and uninterrupted exhaust flow

Designed as a direct bolt-on replacement for the restrictive factory exhaust and requires absolutely no modifications to the vehicle or the product installation.

Made in USA – Billy Boat Performance Exhaust exhaust systems are crafted in-house with years of racing and street development invested into the design

Part Number: #FBMW-1110

Product Name: B&B Exhaust Axle Back Exhaust System BMW E60 M5 2006-2009

2. CSF Radiators Race-Spec Oil Cooler

The original OE oil cooler from BMW is an all metal design which would make you think it would be fairly robust. However, there are several weak spots in the design that tend to cause leaks. The CSF Race-Spec design reinforces the weak points, especially around the feed and return lines.

CSF’s solid line connection block can handle any abuse thrown at it while the reinforced and braced return tube is rock solid. CSF also upgraded the more fragile Tub/Fin core to a robust and durable Bar/Plate design. The core is 40% larger than the factory unit with 2 additional rows of oil cooling and much thicker core (63mm vs OE 45mm). This offers superior cooling capacity and volume for the oil system. TIG welded end tanks round out the slew of upgrades creating a much stronger connection than the factory brazed construction.

Part Number: #8275

Product Name: CSF Radiators Race-Spec Oil Cooler BMW E60 M5 | E6X M6 2006-2010

Features:

High Efficiency & Rugged Durability Bar/Plate Design

“Aero-Flow” Bar Lightweight Construction for Strength and Maximum Flow

Cast End Tanks with 100% TIG-Welded Construction

Satin Black Finish for Extreme Protection Against Corrosion and Debris

CNC Machined Mounting Brackets and OEM Style Inlet/Outlet Connection

Requires minor trimming of the plastic shroud to install (instructions included)

Individually Leak and Pressure Tested

2-Year Limited Warranty

3. B&B Exhaust Midpipe

Developed for the true enthusiast this center x-pipe section for the BMW E60 M5 is precision crafted from 100% CNC mandrel bent 3″ tubing and is a direct bolt on upgrade to either B&B axle back exhaust. The hand fabricated crossover (x-pipe) helps to even out the exhaust pulses resulting in a deeper, smoother exhaust note as well as increased horsepower and torque.

Part Number: #FBMW-1111

Product Name: B&B Exhaust Midpipe with X-Pipe BMW E60 M5 2006-2009

Features:

Lifetime Warranty

Utilizing the Purge Resonance Technology (PRT) to have a mild exhaust note at cruising speeds yet a forceful note on aggressive driving

Made of the highest quality T-304 stainless steel

All exhaust tubing is mandrel bent on sophisticated CNC machinery for a precise fit and uninterrupted exhaust flow

Designed as a direct bolt-on replacement for the restrictive factory exhaust and requires absolutely no modifications to the vehicle or the product installation.

Made in USA – Billy Boat Performance Exhaust exhaust systems are crafted in-house with years of racing and street development invested into the design

4. Eventuri Black Carbon Intake

The E60/E63 M5/M6 intake system is designed to make a positive impact for the whole driving experience. By taking advantage of aerodynamic principles and using computational fluid dynamics to optimize the airflow, we have engineered an intake system which delivers on all fronts – sharpened throttle response, more torque and power, improving drivability and of course, an amazing V10 induction sound.

The S85 Eventuri system uses our Patent Pending Carbon fiber Housing which provides an aerodynamically efficient airflow path from the filter to the MAF tube. Not just another cone filter with a heat shield but a unique design which invokes the Venturi affect.

Part Number: #EVE-E60-CF-INT

Product Name: Eventuri Black Carbon Intake BMW E60 M5| E63 M6 2005-2010

Features:

2 x 100% Pre Preg Carbon Fiber Housings

High Flow Air Filters

2 x CNC Machined and Anodized Aluminum MAF Sensor Housings with Machined Plastic MAF Sensor Mounts

CNC Machined Secondary Air Flow Breather Adapter

Aluminum Intake Cowls

Laser Cut Mounting Brackets

Laser Cut and Neoprene Lined Heat Shields

Coated Aluminum Upper and Lower Air Scoops

OEM Spec Hose Clamps with High Quality Silicon Couplers

OEM Quality Anti Vibration Mounts

5. Recaro Sportster CS Seat

The Recaro Sportster CS seat was developed for all motor sport fans, who do not want to compromise on the functionality and comfort of a sport seat. It cames with the seat backrest tilt setting and the newly developed backrest release for a complete sporty feel in the vehicle.

Features:

Nardo Black | Artista Black Grey Logo

Collapsible/adjustable racing shell in hybrid construction

Made of steel and composite materials

Molded plastic back panel and innovation recliner system

Suitable for 4-point and 3-point belt system

Contoured shoulder support relieves muscle tension when cornering

Defined side bolsters for a firmer sitting position

Fully upholstered headrest

Backrest release integrated into the belt feed for simple and comfortable operation

Built in adapter

Part Number: #414.00.1351

Product Name: Recaro Driver Cross Sportster CS 3 Point Belt Seat Black Nardo | Black Artista with Grey Logo

Part Number: #414.00.2351

Product Name: Recaro Passenger Cross Sportster CS 3 Point Seat Black Nardo | Black Artista with Grey Logo

6. CSF Radiators High-Performance All-Aluminum Radiator

The factory radiator for the E60 M5 and E6X M6 are pretty nice all aluminum units. While they have proven to be fairly robust, age and additional power tend to push them over the edge. Owners who have superchargers tend to have the most issues with their radiators. Between the extra heat produced with forced induction and the heat exchanger mounting in front of the radiator, the factory radiator is working overtime. The E6X models are also getting close to 20 years old and entering the “future classic” stage of life with many owners doing restorations and updates. Anyone who has restored/updated an older car knows the value of having upgraded parts that are as efficient as possible.

The CSF radiator features a 2-Row 42mm aluminum core that not only increases the fluid capacity of the radiator, but also improves the cores ability to dissipate heat. CSF’s Exclusive B-Tube Technology increases the heat transfer by approximately 15% over regular oval welded tubes. Between the 6 additional rows of cooling tubes/fins and the thicker 42mm 2 row core, the CSF Radiator will outperform the OEM unit by a significant margin. In addition, the super-efficient multi-louvered fins maximize airflow through the core for the best possible performance. The radiator mounts in the factory location and requires no modifications or cutting.

Part Number: #7218

Product Name: CSF Radiators High-Performance All-Aluminum Radiator BMW E60 M5 | E6X M6 2006-2010

Features:

2-Row, 42mm Ultra-High-Performance Core

Cooling Tubes with CSF’s Exclusive B-Tube Technology

6.5mm Tall Ultra Efficient Fins with a Multi-Louvered Design for Maximum Surface Area Contact

CNC Machined Mounting Brackets and OEM Style “Quick Connect” Inlet/Outlet

100% All Aluminum TIG-Welded Construction

Satin Finish

True Plug-and-Play “Drop-in Fit” Installation Requires Absolutely No Modifications

Individually Leak and Pressure Tested

2-Year Limited Warranty

7. KW Suspension V1 Coilover Bundle Kit

An aging factory suspension stands in the way of the handling and capability of your E60. Many E60 owners upgrate the handling of their cars with tuning suspension upgrades as a priority, this will certainly increase your enjoyment of the car. KW V1 is the ideal system for enthusiasts who like to fine tune the ride height with its preset dampers from for the ultimate balance between sporty driving, comfort and safety. The result is a balanced and sporty feel specific to each vehicle application designed for long lasting driving pleasure. Even after years of use you can easily adjust the ride height thanks to the dirt resistant trapezoid thread and composite Adjustment tollar.

Part Number: #10220082

Product Name: KW Suspension V1 Coilover Bundle Kit BMW M5 E60 w/ EDC Delete 2006-2010

Features:

Composite spring perch made from wear-resistant, frictiontoptimized polyamide composite encompassing a stainless-steel insert. The polyamide composite prevents oxidation while the stainless-steel insert maximizes strength.

Elastomer Bump stop with integrated dust protection system prevents water and dirt particles reaching the piston rod and seals. The highly resilient bump stops act as dynamic load limiters while maintaining ride quality and durability.

Every single damper is dyno tested to ensure functionality and guarantee accuracy before being released for delivery.

Inox-Line Stainless Steel – Truly Permanent Corrosion Resistance. Inox-Line coatings will not wear off while adjusting the suspension making KW coilover struts 100 percent corrosion resistant with an unlimited lifespan.

KW suspensions V1 coilovers are hand built by our expert team and given a uniquely individual serial number at our headquarters in Fichtenberg, Germany.

Limited Lifetime Warranty – Unlimited Mileage

Seamless Ride Height Adjustment – the corrosion resistance of the Inox-line stainless steel and composite perches means easy ride height adjustability to help you dial in your preferred look.

With the preset damping paired with vehicle specific spring rates precisely tuned by our engineers, V1 coilovers provide an optimum balance of sportiness and comfort while driving. KW takes the guess work out of setup for you.

8. VR Tuned ECU Flash Tune

To take the S85 V10 nearer to perfection, the team here at Vivid Racing made a few changes. It started with establishing a baseline and truly testing the limits of the V10, and to our pleasant surprise, it managed to put down 507chp and 384ft/lbs of torque on 91 octane in the arid Arizona heat. However, we knew BMW had left a little bit of room for improvement, and we love improvement. After brunch at the VE table, an otherwise completely factory V10 found an additional 57hp and 43ft/lbs of torque, but that wasn’t all. With our modified ignition mapping and refinement of the throttle response, this E60 felt like a completely different beast. Unfortunately, though, this is as far as we were able to get on our initial session. If you want to pull every last ounce of potential out of your S85 and our VR Tuned Flash Tune, we highly recommend the upgrade to the B&B Axle Back Exhaust and B&B Exhaust Midpipe… but only when you think you can handle it.

Part Number: #VRT-E60-M5

Product Name: VR Tuned ECU Flash Tune BMW M5 E60 E61 V10 2006-2010

Features:

#1 priority is our customer service to you!

Our tuning is used worldwide.

We can tune vehicles for different types of environments.

Most ECU Tuning can be reverted back to stock.

With the VR Tuned ECU Flash, basic bolt-on performance parts will not require a retune of your ECU.

For gasoline vehicles, if you add higher octane fuel, the ECU will adjust accordingly.

Tested and proven files that are safe, reliable, and give you the results you want!

There are dozens of other great ways to modify your E60/E63. Let our performance specialists help you decide what’s right for you by calling 1-480-966-3040 or emailing [email protected].

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