In recent weeks, there’s a good chance you read about one of the most radical Volkswagen prototypes ever: an E39 BMW M5, ...

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The E39 was the best-selling M5 up to this point, with over 20,000 built. It was also the first M5 to be produced on the regular BMW production line. A Touring version was even considered (see ...