BMW 5er E39(1:18, Customized)

A Quick Look at the History of the BMW 5 Series E39

The BMW 5 Series E39 was produced from 1995 to 2004 and is totally considered a defining era for this German carmaker's mid-size sedan lineup. It followed the E34 generation and really stepped up the game with a bunch of technology and comfort upgrades. Designed under the watch of Claus Luthe and later Chris Bangle, the E39 is loved for its timeless look, a body that included some aluminum for added stiffness, and a host of innovative safety features. It introduced a fully aluminum chassis in the lineup, which helped reduce weight and improve handling.As for engines, the E39 had everything from economical four-cylinder and six-cylinder diesels to the high-performance M engines, like what's found in the M5 (S62 V8 engine with 4.9 liters or 299 cubic inches). Beyond the cool tech, the E39 really impressed with a comfy interior that focused on driver enjoyment. The E39 line came loaded with new driver assistance systems, like ABS, DSC, and traction control, which were the first in the series to be standard. When the E39 debuted in 1995, it was a year for big world events too, like the founding of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the drop of the legendary song "Wonderwall" by Oasis, which help set the scene of the vehicle’s era.