BMW M5 (E60)(diecast 1:64, Hot Wheels)
- BMW M5 (E60) (from 2010)
- Hot Wheels
- 1:64
- Showcase model / No engine
- diecast
- black
- Fast & Furious Teil 6
- locale dealer (Galeria)
- 10,99 EUR
- In near mint condition
- Original packaging exists
- Not for sale
BMW M5 E60: fifth M5 generation with a V10
The prototype of the miniature vehicle shown here is the BMW M5 (E60), the high-performance version of the fifth 5 Series generation. The fifth M5 generation (E60) was built from 2005 to 2010 and followed the BMW M5 (E39), which still had a 4.9-liter V8. The defining feature of the BMW M5 (E60) is the naturally aspirated V10 S85 engine with 5.0 liters of displacement, 373 kW or 507 hp at 7,750 rpm, and a maximum torque of 520 Nm. The redline was 8,250 rpm. That let the sedan accelerate, depending on the test, from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in about 4.7 seconds; top speed was electronically limited to 250 km/h (155.3 mph). With the optional M Driver’s Package, the limiter could be raised to 305 km/h (189.5 mph). The S85 came with individual throttle bodies, double VANOS, variable valve timing, and an oil supply system designed for high lateral acceleration.
Technology, body, and styling of the BMW M5 E60
In the BMW M5 (E60), a seven-speed SMG-III transmission sent power to the rear wheels. It was an automated manual gearbox with sequential operation via the selector lever or steering wheel paddles. The equipment also included an active M limited-slip differential, variable power steering, and electronic damping control (EDC). The “M” button on the steering wheel could activate individually saved settings for things like engine response, damping, and DSC. Exterior cues included widened wheel arches, side gill elements with the M5 badge, four tailpipes, and specific bumpers. The E60 design was created under design chief Chris Bangle; the exterior designer in charge is generally credited as Davide Arcangeli. BMW M’s work on the chassis and drivetrain shaped the car’s technical character. The look combines the four-door sedan shape with details that visually point to the wider track and performance-focused setup.
Hot Wheels model car in 1/64 from the Eisbaer44 collection
The example from modelly member “Eisbaer44” is a model car in 1/64 scale, made by Hot Wheels. The miniature is made as a diecast model: the body is mostly metal cast, while the chassis, glazing, wheels, and many details are made of plastic. The photos show the four-door body with clearly separated doors, side mirrors, a transparent sunroof, and a dark interior. Up front, you can see the BMW kidney grille, the round BMW badge on the hood, headlight inserts, and the large lower air intakes. The front bumper is based on the M5 version of the BMW M5 (E60). Along the sides, the flared fenders, side gills behind the front wheels, door handles, and the low side skirts stand out. The black multi-spoke wheels are noticeably larger than on many regular 1/64 series models and give the model a strong stance, although the photos don’t let you identify a specific wheel maker or exact wheel design.
Black metallic paint and details of the 1/64 miniature
This 1/64 scale model car from Hot Wheels wears a very dark, nearly black paint finish with fine metallic flakes. In the light, the surface looks anthracite at times and shows blue-green reflections. The paint highlights the molded body lines on the hood, roof, doors, and trunk lid in a clean way. Chrome or silver accents are visible mainly around the BMW grille, the headlight area, and the taillights. The rear has red taillights, a BMW badge, a hinted license plate area, and four individually modeled tailpipes — a key feature of the BMW M5 (E60). The roof opening is done with a clear insert, making the seat shapes visible underneath. It’s really the mix of the black metallic finish, darkened glazing, black wheels, and the few bright detail highlights that defines the model’s look. From the views shown, the proportions of the real car are captured pretty well: long hood, short overhangs, a rear-set cabin, and the distinctive trunked rear end still come through clearly at this small scale.
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