Cheap BMW M5 Timing Chain
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What to check when buying a used BMW M5 timing chain
A used timing chain that fits one vehicle won't always fit another - even within the same model range. These questions help breakers match stock to your exact vehicle before they quote:
- State whether it's petrol or diesel
- State the engine code if known
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Fitment questions
Does the BMW M5 have a timing chain, or does it use a timing belt?
Every generation of the BMW M5 uses a timing chain rather than a timing belt, so the chain is a genuine part you can source from a breaker. This applies across all M5 generations, from the E28 through to the current F90, regardless of whether the engine is naturally aspirated or turbocharged. Because chains are designed to last the life of the engine, a used example from a low-mileage donor can be a cost-effective repair option.
Will a timing chain from an E60 M5 (2004–2010) fit my E39 M5 (1998–2003)?
No — the E39 M5 uses the S62 V8 engine and the E60 M5 uses the S85 V10, so the engines are completely different and the timing chain components are not interchangeable. You need to match the chain to the correct engine code: S62 for the E39 and S85 for the E60. Always confirm the engine code on your V5 or via a VIN check before asking a breaker to quote.
I have an F10 M5 (2011–2016) — does it matter whether it's the pre-facelift or the facelift (2014 onwards) when sourcing a timing chain?
The F10 M5 facelift arrived in 2014, but both pre-facelift and facelift cars use the same S63 twin-turbocharged V8 engine, so the core timing chain is the same unit. However, there were running changes to ancillary components during the F10's production life, so confirm with the breaker against your exact registration before purchasing to make sure all associated hardware matches. Providing your engine code from the V5 gives the breaker the best chance of supplying the right parts.
Does it matter which trim level my M5 is — for example, a standard M5 versus an M5 Competition — when looking for a timing chain?
Trim level makes no difference to timing chain fitment — the M5 Competition shares the same engine code as the standard M5 within the same generation, so the chain itself is identical. The Competition package affects suspension, exhaust tuning, and interior specification rather than the engine's internal components. You can safely buy a timing chain from a standard M5 donor for a Competition car, or vice versa, as long as the generation and engine code match.
Can I use a timing chain from an F90 M5 (2018–present) in an F10 M5?
No — the F90 M5 uses the S63 engine in a revised and updated state of tune compared to the F10, and these are different engine variants with different internal specifications. Timing chain components are not a straightforward swap across these generations, even though both cars carry the S63 family designation. Confirm the exact engine code with a breaker and cross-reference it against your V5 before ordering any parts.
My BMW M5 needs a full timing chain kit — does the engine code on my V5 really matter that much?
Yes — the engine code is the single most important detail when sourcing a timing chain or timing chain kit for any M5, because BMW used several distinct engines across the model's history (S38, S62, S85, S63, and others). Two M5s from similar years can have different engines if one is a transition-year example or a different market specification, so the badge alone is not sufficient. Pull the engine code from your V5 logbook or a VIN check and give it to the breaker — it will save time and prevent an expensive mistake.