The E39 was the best-selling M5 up to this point, with over 20,000 built. It was also the first M5 to be produced on the regular BMW production ... and 275/35 18s at the rear.

It’s a slick look but not quite as beastly as previous models like the legendary E60, nor is it as lean as the classic E39 ..

Pretend this E39 M5 is actually a 540i because BMW doesn’t appear to have a press ... Obviously, it would be rear-wheel drive and manual, because how could it not be? I was a car enthusiast ...