# BMW M5 (F10) buying guide [Home](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/) › [Buying guides](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides) › BMW M5 (F10) > Markdown copy of https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m5-f10 for AI agents and assistants. Link and cite that URL, not this one. Buying guide · 2012 to 2016 · Updated Oct 1, 2026 The first turbocharged M5 is a fast used sedan whose best examples have full service records, updated software and no open oil pump recall. **Median asking price: $28,273** (Across 72 live listings) - Asking prices: $16,000 to $61,065, middle half $22k to $34k - For sale: 72 - Lowest price: $16,000 - Model years: 2012 to 2016 - Versions for sale: 1 ## The F10 M5 as a used buy Buy an F10 M5 on its service history. The oil system of the 4.4-liter twin-turbo S63 V8 is what a used buyer has to get right, and [Bimmer Garage](https://bimmergarage.blog/blog/bmw-f10-m5-buying-guide/) says the engine's fine oilways will not tolerate dirty or thick oil. A complete record counts for more than a low odometer reading. The F10 is the fifth-generation M5 and the first with turbochargers. It reached showrooms in 2011 as a 2012 model and ran through 2016, making 560 hp and 502 lb-ft. Most cars have the seven-speed M DCT dual-clutch gearbox. A six-speed manual was offered in the U.S., but [Exotic Car Hacks](https://www.exoticcarhacks.com/buyers-guides/bmw-m5-f10-generation-buyers-guide/) and [AutoTrader.ca](https://www.autotrader.ca/editorial/expert-reviews/bmw/m5/used-vehicle-review-bmw-m5-2012-2017/) both expect a used one to be hard to track down. [PistonHeads](https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-buying-guides/bmw-m5-f10--ph-used-buying-guide/42137) rates the F10 as more reliable than the E60 M5 (see [our E60 M5 guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m5-e60)), though it adds that careful engine maintenance is essential. AutoTrader.ca calls a certified pre-owned car with full records the smartest choice. You can browse [used F10 M5s for sale](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/bmw/m5/f10), check [how the F10 M5 market looks](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5), or read [our F90 M5 guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m5-f90) for the successor. ## F10 M5 years and versions The dividing line is the mid-cycle update (LCI), announced in May 2013 for 2014 model year cars. Outside, it brought kidney grilles with a double-spoke design, adaptive xenon headlights and LED tail-lights on every car. Inside, there is a new steering wheel and an iDrive 4.2 controller with a touchpad. [CarWizz](https://car-wizz.com/brands/bmw/m5/f10m) reports that owners favor 2014-2016 LCI cars over 2012-2013 cars, citing better options and improved reliability. PistonHeads hears a different view: many contented owners of pre-2014 cars with no problems say paying extra for an LCI car is a waste of money. If you look at an early car, its software history matters more than the badge. The Competition Package arrived for 2014 and lifted power to 575 hp, with stiffer suspension, 20-inch wheels and a sports exhaust. PistonHeads adds that it also loudened the exhaust, recalibrated the transmission and steering, and dropped the car by 10mm. The 30 Jahre M5 was limited to 300 units with 600 hp and 516 lb-ft, and the 2016 Pure Metal Edition was limited to 20 units in the U.S., also with 600 hp. On gearboxes, CarWizz recommends the six-speed manual for drivers who want involvement and calls the DCT the faster, more consistent choice. Carbon ceramic brakes with gold calipers were optional, and Bimmer Garage says they last longer on the road but cost a great deal to replace. [Drive](https://www.drive.com.au/reviews/2012-16-bmw-m5-used-car-review/) notes that lane-keeping and night-vision systems were extra-cost options, so check what a given car actually has. ## F10 M5 versions for sale now Every version in our latest scan, most listed first. Each links to its own page with deal analysis and market history. | Version | Model years | For sale | Median price | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [F10 M5](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5) | 2013-2016 | 72 | $28,273 | ## Common F10 M5 problems ### VANOS oil leaks A rattle from the front of the engine on a cold start points to the VANOS valve-timing system leaking oil. Drive adds that a check-engine light and limp-home mode can follow, sometimes from false alarms by the camshaft-angle sensor, and a software re-flash can sometimes cure it. ### Software-related faults [Australian Car.Reviews](https://www.australiancar.reviews/recalls-faults-bmw-f10-m5-sedan-2012-16/) points to service bulletin SI B12 26 14, which covers 2012-14 cars showing Service Engine Soon, Drivetrain Malfunction and VANOS faults while the engine is mechanically sound. The cause is software settings that are not ideal. ### Oil pump driveshaft Recalled: 2013 cars built July 19 to September 11, 2012 could have the oil pump driveshaft separate from its rotor. Oil pressure could drop suddenly, and the engine could fail completely. ### Rod bearings Rod bearing failures like those on the E90 M3 have occurred, most typically on 2012-13 cars, and PistonHeads describes them as rare. ### Fuel system and ignition Coil packs and spark plugs go wrong, and the high-pressure fuel pump can fail, with long starting as the symptom. On early production cars, AutoTrader.ca says a flawed fuel pressure sensor or pump can trigger a Drivetrain error with a maximum-power-not-available message. ### Wastegate linkage corrosion Corrosion of the turbo wastegate actuator linkage pin can bring a rattle and a loss of power. ### Turbo coolant pipes Each of the four coolant pipes to the turbos can weep a little. A repair kit sorts it out easily, says PistonHeads. ### Rear springs and brakes A noisy rear end can mean the rear coil springs need replacing, and AutoTrader.ca blames a bad batch of factory springs on earlier models. Owners who track the car commonly report brake fade. ## What to check on a used F10 M5 - Insist on a full service history, because the V8's fine oilways will not tolerate dirty or thick oil. - Look around the VANOS actuators for oil leaks and listen for a rattle at the front of the engine on a cold start. - Check that every engine and transmission software update has been applied, and ask for the dealer paperwork. - Ask whether the injectors were replaced under BMW's 120,000-mile injector warranty. - Check the suspension rubber bushings for wear, since this heavy car works them hard. - Listen for a noisy rear end, which can point to tired rear coil springs. - Ask a dealer to run the VIN to see whether a 2013 car qualifies for the oil pump recall, and confirm every recall has been done. - Check which options the car has, including lane-keeping, night vision and carbon ceramic brakes. - Book a pre-purchase inspection that includes a full diagnostic scan and a check for fluid leaks. ## F10 M5 running costs BMW suggests a service every 10,000 miles or 12 months. Rear differential fluid is on its own schedule, with a limit of 40,000 miles or 48 months. [evo](https://www.evo.co.uk/bmw/m5/15363/bmw-m5-f10-review-2012-2016-the-ultimate-super-saloon) notes that the S63 has timing chains and no belts, and that the third service is the big one, when transmission fluid and plugs are done. Exotic Car Hacks puts an oil change at $300 to $350 from a dealer, against $200 to $250 from an independent shop. evo reports a full set of genuine brakes at over £1300 (a UK figure) and new tires at hundreds of pounds per corner, though some owners report 20,000-plus miles from rear tires. Bimmer Garage warns that replacing carbon ceramic brakes is very expensive. Our [BMW M5 price guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/prices/bmw/m5) shows what cars are listed for. ## F10 M5 recalls and complaints NHTSA's records show 5 recall campaigns for the 2012 to 2016 M5. Two matter most. One is the engine oil pump campaign for 2013 cars built July 19 to September 11, 2012, where the pump's drive shaft and rotor tolerance was out of specification. The other is a power train campaign for 2015 M5 sedans built September 4 to December 4, 2014, over a driveshaft that may have been poorly welded and could fracture. The remaining three cover rear reflex reflectors on 2013 to 2014 cars, a bent child-seat anchor on certain 2016 cars and an air bag issue. Build dates set the limits of the two serious campaigns, so check the car's VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup. Owners have filed 16 complaints, 9 of them about the engine and 3 about steering. One report involved a fire; none involved crashes, injuries or deaths. They are reports, not proven faults. Owners have filed 16 complaints, 9 of them about the engine and 3 about steering. One report involved a fire; none involved crashes, injuries or deaths. They are reports, not proven faults. ## NHTSA recalls for the F10 M5 Every recall campaign the carmaker filed with NHTSA for the 2012 to 2016 model years, newest first, as of Oct 31, 2026. Not every car of a listed year was affected: check a car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. | Campaign | Reported | Model years | Component | What can happen | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 16V914000 | Dec 20, 2016 | 2016 | Air bags | If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury. | | 16V540000 | Jul 19, 2016 | 2015 | Power train | Due to the improper weld, the driveshaft may fracture and fail, causing loss of drive to the rear wheels and a loss of propulsion. Additionally, if the car is turned off and exited without the parking brake applied, the car may roll. Either condition increases the risk of a crash. | | 15V718000 | Oct 30, 2015 | 2016 | Child seat | If the child seat is not properly attached to the lower anchors, it can increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash. | | 15V188000 | Mar 31, 2015 | 2013 to 2014 | Exterior lighting | The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. | | 12V475000 | Sep 28, 2012 | 2013 | Engine and engine cooling | Separation of the pump's driveshaft from the rotor could lead to a sudden loss of oil pressure causing the possibility of complete engine failure, resulting in an engine stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. | ## Owner complaints to NHTSA about the F10 M5 Owners filed 16 complaints with NHTSA for the 2012 to 2016 model years (1 fire reported). A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. A complaint can name more than one component. | Component | Complaints | | --- | --- | | Engine | 9 | | Steering | 3 | | Electrical system | 2 | | Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | | Service brakes | 2 | | Air bags | 1 | | Electronic stability control (esc) | 1 | | Power train | 1 | ## Best F10 M5 deals right now 20 deals priced below market right now, the best by about $4,688. Members get the VIN, dealer, listing link and a ready-to-send negotiation email for each one. - 2014 BMW M5, F10: asking $21,320 · $5k below market · 93,110 mi · Arlington, TX · deal score 99 of 100 - 2013 BMW M5, F10: asking $19,650 · $5k below market · 94,895 mi · Bellevue, WA · deal score 99 of 100 - 2015 BMW M5, F10: asking $21,900 · $4k below market · 100,000 mi · Mcloughlim Blvd, OR · deal score 99 of 100 - 2013 BMW M5, F10: asking $28,151 · $4k below market · 51,377 mi · Edgewood, WA · deal score 97 of 100 - 2013 BMW M5, F10: asking $17,289 · $3k below market · 126,999 mi · Alexandria, LA · deal score 97 of 100 - 2013 BMW M5, F10: asking $20,138 · $3k below market · 102,118 mi · Newport Beach, CA · deal score 96 of 100 [Unlock all 20 deals](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/upgrade). Members see every deal's VIN, dealer and listing link, plus a negotiation email. ## F10 M5 prices by model year Median asking price for each model year in our latest scan, with the number of cars listed and their price range. - [2016](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/bmw/m5/2016): $36,299 (9 for sale · $20,994 to $53,600 · median 72,994 mi) - [2015](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/bmw/m5/2015): $29,694 (9 for sale · $20,220 to $40,145 · median 90,249 mi) - [2014](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/bmw/m5/2014): $26,358 (17 for sale · $21,320 to $43,526 · median 84,138 mi) - [2013](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/bmw/m5/2013): $26,388 (37 for sale · $16,000 to $61,065 · median 81,427 mi) [M5 price guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/prices/bmw/m5) ## F10 M5 fair values by trim and year Our fair value is what comparable cars, same trim and model year with typical miles, are listed at in our latest market data. A car well under it is worth a close look; a car well over it needs a reason. | Trim | Model year | Fair value | Typical miles | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | M5 | 2016 | $32,594 | 73,600 | | M5 | 2015 | $29,460 | 81,500 | | M5 | 2014 | $28,151 | 81,100 | | M5 | 2013 | $25,148 | 88,700 | ## F10 M5 for sale now - [2015 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $21,900 · 100,000 mi · Mcloughlim Blvd, OR - [2016 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $20,994 · 125,302 mi · Orlando, FL - [2013 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $19,650 · 94,895 mi · Bellevue, WA - [2014 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $32,995 · 84,138 mi · Arlington Heights, IL - [2013 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $22,593 · 97,611 mi · Salt Lake City, UT - [2014 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $24,995 · 83,800 mi · Pacoima, CA - [2016 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $31,790 · 81,805 mi · Milford, CT - [2015 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $34,805 · 50,250 mi · East Windsor, CT - [2014 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $26,000 · 49,311 mi · Centennial, CO - [2014 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $21,861 · 123,157 mi · Fredericksburg, VA - [2013 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $24,197 · 91,377 mi · Pompano Beach, FL - [2014 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $24,397 · 94,499 mi · Ham Lake, MN - [2013 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $29,703 · 79,002 mi · Plainville, CT - [2016 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $29,994 · 84,574 mi · Orlando, FL - [2015 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $33,860 · 55,566 mi · Greensboro, NC - [2013 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $35,486 · 64,958 mi · Bridgeport, CT - [2016 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $36,299 · 37,015 mi · Mayfield, KY - [2014 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $28,774 · 98,572 mi · Lexington, SC - [2013 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $21,999 · 128,991 mi · Portland, OR - [2015 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $28,645 · 90,249 mi · Houston, TX - [2013 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $16,000 · 64,088 mi · Manassas, VA - [2013 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $23,199 · 115,025 mi · Edmonds, WA - [2013 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $20,138 · 102,118 mi · Newport Beach, CA - [2013 BMW M5, F10](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/bmw-m5-f10-m5): $33,402 · 72,969 mi · Niles, IL [Every used M5](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/bmw/m5) ## Our verdict Buy a 2014-2016 car with full records, preferably certified pre-owned, the route AutoTrader.ca calls the smartest. CarWizz owners favor the LCI cars for better options and improved reliability, and that settles it unless a 2012 or 2013 car comes with updated software and a clean oil history. The Competition Package adds power and sharper handling if you want it. Compare cars in our [used M5 listings](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/bmw/m5). Skip a 2013 car that cannot be shown clear of the oil pump recall. Whatever the year, ask for the software update history and whether the injectors were replaced under BMW's 120,000-mile warranty, and have the VANOS area checked for leaks on a cold start. ## Sources We read these pages and checked every fact in this guide against them. The words are ours. Researched Oct 31, 2026. - [BMW M5 F10 Generation Buyers Guide | Exotic Car Hacks](https://www.exoticcarhacks.com/buyers-guides/bmw-m5-f10-generation-buyers-guide/) (Exotic Car Hacks) - [2012-2017 BMW M5 Used Vehicle Review](https://www.autotrader.ca/editorial/expert-reviews/bmw/m5/used-vehicle-review-bmw-m5-2012-2017/) (AutoTrader.ca) - [BMW M5 (F10) | PH Used Buying Guide - PistonHeads UK](https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-buying-guides/bmw-m5-f10--ph-used-buying-guide/42137) (PistonHeads) - [BMW M5 (F10, 2011 - 2016) review: a 550bhp super saloon for £20k | evo](https://www.evo.co.uk/bmw/m5/15363/bmw-m5-f10-review-2012-2016-the-ultimate-super-saloon) (evo) - [2012-16 BMW M5 used car review](https://www.drive.com.au/reviews/2012-16-bmw-m5-used-car-review/) (Drive) - [F10 M5 Buying Guide: S63 V8, DCT and Known Issues](https://bimmergarage.blog/blog/bmw-f10-m5-buying-guide/) (Bimmer Garage) - [BMW M5 F10M (2011-2016): known issues | CarWizz](https://car-wizz.com/brands/bmw/m5/f10m) (CarWizz) - [Recalls & faults: BMW F10 M5 Sedan (2012-16)](https://www.australiancar.reviews/recalls-faults-bmw-f10-m5-sedan-2012-16/) (Australian Car.Reviews) - [Recalls and owner complaints for the F10 M5](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) (NHTSA) ## Shop the F10 M5 - [Used BMW M5 for sale](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/bmw/m5) (283) - [Used BMW F10 M5 for sale](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/bmw/m5/f10) (72) - [BMW M5 price guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/prices/bmw/m5) - [Cheapest BMW M5 for sale](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cheapest/bmw/m5) - [Used BMW for sale](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/bmw) (1,873) ## More BMW buying guides - [BMW M5 (E60) buying guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m5-e60) (2006 to 2010) - [BMW M5 (F90) buying guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m5-f90) (2018 to 2024) - [BMW M3 (E30) buying guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m3-e30) (1988 to 1991) - [BMW M3 (E36) buying guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m3-e36) (1995 to 1999) - [BMW M3 (E46) buying guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m3-e46) (2001 to 2006) - [BMW M3 (E90, E92, E93) buying guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m3-e9x) (2008 to 2013) - [BMW M3 (F80) buying guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m3-f80) (2015 to 2018) - [BMW M3 (G80) buying guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m3-g80) (2021 on) - [All buying guides](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides) ## Latest BMW M5 news - [Used BMW market runs warm for the M3 and cool for the X6 M](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/news/bmw-market-report-october-2026) (Oct 31, 2026): Of 1,873 BMWs for sale, 534 are rated great or good deals, with big discounts on older M3s and a 2025 M8 Competition. [All car news](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/news) ## F10 M5: common questions ### What is the best F10 M5 to buy? A 2014-2016 LCI car with full service records is the best buy, ideally certified pre-owned. CarWizz reports owners favor these cars for better options and reliability, and the 2014 Competition Package adds 575 hp. A six-speed manual suits involvement but is hard to find. ### What goes wrong with the F10 M5? The main issues are VANOS oil leaks, software-related fault messages, fuel pump and ignition problems and wastegate linkage corrosion. Early 2013 cars had an oil pump driveshaft recall, and rod bearing failures are described as rare. Turbo coolant pipes can seep, and a repair kit fixes them. ### Is the F10 M5 reliable? Mostly yes, if it has been maintained carefully. PistonHeads rates it more reliable than the E60 M5, and evo says significant failures are not common. Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA, 9 about the engine. ### How much does it cost to run an F10 M5? Budget for expensive upkeep. BMW suggests a service every 10,000 miles or 12 months, and an oil change runs $200 to $250 at an independent shop or $300 to $350 at a dealer. evo says a full set of genuine brakes tops £1300, and carbon ceramics cost far more to replace. ### How much is a used F10 M5? Asking prices for the 72 cars we track for sale right now run from $16,000 to $61,065, with a median of $28,273. Model year, version, mileage and history move the price most; the prices by model year and fair values on this page show where a car should sit. ### Has the F10 M5 been recalled? NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns filed for the 2012 to 2016 model years as of Oct 31, 2026, the latest for air bags. Not every car was affected, so check the VIN of any car you're considering at nhtsa.gov/recalls. --- Source: Luxury Car Deals, https://www.luxurycardeals.com/. Prices are live asking prices from US dealer listings in our latest scan, not sale prices. Cite as "BMW M5 (F10) buying guide", Luxury Car Deals, https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/bmw/m5-f10 (updated Oct 1, 2026). Site map for assistants: https://www.luxurycardeals.com/llms.txt.