Tell your friend he can console himself somewhat, as originally BMW said they would not build an M5, as the 540i with a manual box was enough.

But, car manuf.s always say they won't build this, won't import that, but 90% of the time they do it anyway, 2 years later.

bye

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190E's:
2.5-16v 1990 90,000m Astral Silver
2.0E 8v 1986 107,000m Black 2nd owner
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