Is the 2008 BMW M5 a good car?
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How do people like the 2008 BMW M5?
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Review
I have owned an M-5 for about 6 months now. I can say, I cannot go back to an "ordinary" BMW. The car is the most fun thing one can do with shoes on. It does drive a bit jerky at slow speeds, but I will say, it was not meant to go at slow speeds!. On a serios note, the SMG takes a little bit getting used to. I find manual to be a lot smoother. The only down side it gas milage, I am aroung 14.6-15 mpg. But it makes a statement, and turns heads whereever it goes. I love the growl it makes when I downshift. For all the folks who want an M experience, once you drive one, you cannot go back!
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What options are available on the 2008 BMW M5?
Available BMW M5 2008 Submodel Types: Sedan
Available Trims: Base
Exterior Colors: Black Sapphire Metallic, Alpine White, Jet Black, Azurite Black Metallic, Interlagos Blue Metallic, Monte Carlo Blue Metallic, Silverstone Silver Metallic, Singapore Grey Metallic, Space Gray Metallic, Avus Blue Metallic, Carbon Black Metallic, Imola Red, Indianapolis Red Metallic, Sakhir Orange Metallic, Silver Gray Metallic, Silverstone Metallic, Titanium Silver
Interior Colors: Black premium leather, Black/Black Merino Leather premium leather, Black Full Merino Leather premium leather, Black, Black Nappa Heritage, Black Nappa Point, Black/Black Extended Merino premium leather, Caramel Nappa Heritage, Portland Brown premium leather, Sakhir Orange/Black Merino Leather premium leather, Silk Gray/Black Extended Merino (Individual) premium leather
Popular Features: Alarm, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Auto Climate Control, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Navigation, Rear Bench Seats, Stability Control, Sunroof/Moonroof, Trip Computer, Upgraded Headlights, Heated seats, Bluetooth, Parking sensors, Tire Pressure Warning, Power Driver Seat, Post-collision safety system, Automatic Emergency Braking, Electronic Folding Mirrors, Aux Audio Inputs, Back-up camera, Fold Flat Rear Seats, USB Inputs, Keyless Entry/Start, Cooled Seats, Heads up display, Power Liftgate/Trunk, Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Departure Warning, Upgraded Stereo
Engine/Mechanics: 8, 10 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATED_MANUAL, MANUAL
Fuel Types: premium unleaded (required), regular unleaded
Drivetrains: rear wheel drive
