Lot details

Year: 2013
Make: BMW
Model: M5 Performance Edition
Registration: RO63 XBG
Chassis No: WBSFV92070DX95353
Odometer: 37,300

• One of just 30 examples worldwide
• One of 10 examples finished in Japan Red
• Engine rebuilt in 2024
• Offered from The Continental Performance Collection

The BMW M5 represents one of the defining super saloons of its era, combining everyday usability with ferocious performance from its twin-turbocharged 4.4 litre V8 engine. In standard form already exceptionally capable, BMW took things a step further with the ultra-limited Performance Edition, creating one of the rarest derivatives of the model.

This outstanding example is one of just 30 cars worldwide, and specifically one of only 10 finished in Japan Red, making it among the most visually and numerically distinctive F10 M5 variants produced. It has formed part of The Continental Performance Collection, a carefully curated private assembly of significant modern performance and luxury grand tourers, with a strong focus on BMW M models.

Powered by a 552bhp twin-turbo V8, the car delivers its immense performance through a seven-speed DCT gearbox, offering brutal acceleration paired with surprising long-distance refinement. It has covered just 37,300 miles from new, supported by careful enthusiast ownership. As a Performance Edition, the car benefits from a high level of factory specification, including M Sport multi-function seats with lumbar support, soft-close doors, split-folding rear seats, reversing camera, sunroof, three-zone climate control, heads-up display and the BMW Professional audio system. The cabin is further distinguished by an Alcantara headlining, red contrast stitching and a laser-etched 'ONE OF 30' dashboard plaque.

Finished in striking Japan Red over a black leather interior, the car sits on 20-inch twin five-spoke alloy wheels with blue brake calipers, completing its purposeful stance. Mechanically, the car benefits from significant recent investment, including a full engine rebuild in late 2024 and ongoing specialist attention thereafter, ensuring strong mechanical integrity. Rare, visually arresting and highly specified, this M5 Performance Edition represents one of the rarest modern M cars, combining exclusivity, drama and everyday usability in equal measure. Consigned by Fraser Smith