WHY A V8 MODERN CLASSIC IS THE ULTIMATE DAILY DRIVER!

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[@LarryMcLarrry]

In all seriousness, the videos where Taylor walks us through the specific details of why some old BMW (or any car) brings him joy are the best. This is why I love the AA channels and am bored with "I bought a crashed Pagani and am rebuilding it in 24 hours for no reason" videos. These attainable cars with history and personality and valved exhausts are so cool and have inspired me to work on cars and make them my own.

[@jus__gra]

Why are you subscribed to Mat Armstrong then? Even though he bought a Porsche and fixed that in 24 hours 😅

[@MidgetSSD]

@@jus__gra He said, "am bored with "I bought a crashed Pagani and am rebuilding it in 24 hours for no reason" videos."

[@tomoneill2645]

@@jus__graMatt Armstrong is not relatable 5:26

[@darshanchudasama5747]

True words

[@LarryMcLarrry]

​@@jus__gra Not Calling Mat out specifically, and am too too lazy to unsub haha. There are a number of channels that just keep raising the financial stakes and create arbitrary time limits I guess to get more views. I'm just not interested.

[@delphipascal]

Thats exhaust with a supercharger wine would be unreal. Edit: won't even correct the spelling because the replies are jokes

[@TheGregcellent]

I prefer turbocharger beer myself.

[@davisdesigns1153]

I prefer high octane vodka

[@cllris]

Naturally Aspirated Guinness ftw.

[@edwardtye4119]

@@cllris I'm partial to a twincharged whisky, myself

[@dantheman1337]

I like naturally aspirated fruit juice

[@MrNomadnero]

The first gear change you've done without slipping the clutch - comedy gold! Yes to supercharger.

[@Timjacks01]

Get that super charger installed!!!!!!!

[@VonZekk]

Tesla super charger?

[@tomwest241]

Not everything needs supercharging lol

[@boo_]

Should probably get the brakes fixed first though.

[@remlap42]

@@boo_ modify before you fix

[@DJRS9045]

@@tomwest241taylor said he wants to supercharge it

[@bigbehemoth3143]

Please Taylor put that super charger on there because I absolutely adore that E39 of yours

[@Schaefft]

As one of the 5 other owners of a manual Pre-fl 540i Touring (and an Aspen silver 528i) I can only confirm, 10/10 car, will never sell! Even considered bringing it to Shedfest.

[@KirilPetrov472]

Bring it to the upcoming Mattwood

[@henrik1743]

These are so rare and getting really expensive

[@Schaefft]

@@henrik1743 Mine probably was the cheapest for sale for a long time (especially with mot) but definitely needs a few things. Doesn't matter though as every single one of them is worth preserving.

[@SachAAAAAAA7]

Hi Alex and Taylor , An another E39 Touring enthousiaste here , a cheap and good "Big" brake upgrade kit is the 4 pistons brembo from the E38 730. With 325mm discs from M3 E46, around a 1.000€ euros for the complet set. That would get the job done anyways loving Big bertha enjoying the series , Hope to see more of this magnificent brick Big love from Paris

[@BigSkyC0untry]

I think the issue is that the brakes need to fit the Hartge wheels he has fitted.

[@gregmarking6716]

The 540i already has 325mm discs as standard, but I don't think he can fit 4 piston calipers behind those 17" rims.

[@geek9642]

That’s a lovely cut lawn I wonder who’s it is…

[@geek9642]

Yes fit a supercharger Plus this was a great video hopefully there will be a few more of the teams cars

[@Chrzaszczbrzmiwtrzcinie]

Rory’s

[@rj.reliable]

Tom get the supercharger ready 🤘😎

[@aaronf4201]

Absolutely beautiful. I enjoy this far more than any supercar content.

[@LarryMcLarrry]

This. So much this.

[@thegspot5663]

You should definitely sprchrg it. There's a guy here in Latvia who got an e36 vith a v8, he eventually went drifting with it and to compete in a semi-pro class he used exactly the charger you were talking about. Made 450hp on a stock engine internals and ecu, just with a help of proper remaping. Now he's fitting amg supercharger but that's a much bigger struggle. So go on. Do it!

[@kamilianos]

Taylor looking slim. On par with Alex now :D

[@seldom_seen_kid]

My 2001 e39 530d was the best car I have ever owned. Period! If I could face the stress I would have another one in a heartbeat, however I'm currently nursing another v8 supercharged monster. A 2008 L322 Range Rover and that keeps me up nights.

[@AlexClark16]

Same, I had a mapped 02 530d manual touring, that was the pinnacle of driving and this video made me miss it so much!

[@peterolley7159]

I totally agree I have the e39 530 d touring m sport auto in sliver with black leather interior it’s done 180.000 miles and it’s still a dream to drive it’s the best car I have ever owned I don’t plan on ever getting rid of it amazing on fuel and pulls like a train the straight 6 engine sounds so good doesn’t it

[@AlexClark16]

@@peterolley7159 these things keep going, such great mile munchers. Got it at 60k miles as a dog, fixed it up and saw another 80k miles with only 1 breakdown (injector). Get it mapped if you haven't already, much better low end response and crazy torque. Would have kept mine forever had some Astra-wielding muppet not driven into it 😭

[@peterolley7159]

@@AlexClark16 i would remap it but I have heard the gearbox isnt very strong and won’t cope with the power

[@crabapple1974]

That color is very nice! Overall a really cool car 👌 I really like when Alex and Taylor present stuff together.

[@ghomerhust]

in my eyes, the e39 was the best looking 5-series. and the touring just has excellent lines and a cute behind. what a fantastic car

[@DreuScuhDoo]

This is hands down my favorite car of both channels

[@Miniputt_999]

Never been a huge fan of BMW, but i love the one Taylor got. The paint, the interior and the leather seat colors are just what i like. Yes, put a supercharger on it, add 50-60 bhp and buttloads more torque xD Looking forward to the next video :D

[@marcuss2002]

I used to have that colour interior in my old BMW. I referred to it as ‘Man Purple’ or ‘Murple’ for short.

[@wesleydunnink1978]

supercharger yes

[@johnmitchell2269]

BMW late 90's early 00's were killing the competition. That was the peak BMW period imo, not for performance obviously but for everything else. E39's, E38's and E46's brilliant cars. The super special Z8 as well. Tomorrow Never Dies. The first Transporter film.

[@mathieubertin4621]

What a machine ! Proud owner of an E39 touring myself, I will search parts to make it look like Taylor's. The only part that I will never have is the EGGPLANT lether interior (sorry I'm French), but once again great car !

[@callangallagher2395]

9:48 gave me such a smile the fact that Alex made the gesture, and Taylor knew what to do and Bertha performed 😂😍🤩

[@Timjacks01]

Filmed at Rory’s gaff?

[@stamp28]

Was waiting to see his robotic mower cutting the grass 😂

[@TBATTIECYCLING]

Yeah he’s got a country estate

[@MrBlaboth]

​@@stamp28amen to that!

[@andrewoliver0]

You can see the ever-broken defender in the background 😂

[@brianiswrong]

​@@stamp28 I was half expecting the robotic lawn mower to bounce off the car as it tried to mow around it😇

[@Rabbit420_7I0]

A thing of pure beauty ❤ The look on Taylor's face when he's ripping down the road.. sheer joy🎉

[@jame358]

god i love taylor.

[@christersundin773]

Great to see the guys enjoy that car so much! I also have a pre-facelift 540iT that I'm working on (albeit an automatic). I did drive it daily for a while, until it started smoking and occasionally stalling. By now, I've replaced all vacuum hoses, coolant hoses and intake gaskets. Should be back on the road any day now! I might get an MOT problem because of an exhaust leak, but I'm reluctant to fix that because of the sound it makes =)

[@mattayc266]

I do love this shape of BMW and definitely definitely fit that super charger do it now I can't wait 😂

[@isaaccarr466]

I also have a Prefacelift aspensilver E39 540i touring but I have cinnamon interior and and auto box (soon to be swapped). Honestly the best car I’ve ever owned. I can’t imagine ever selling it. Hopefully I can bring it to shedfest next year. Genuinely one of the best channels on the tube boys. I look forward to the podcast every week.

[@JoeWuhPuh]

The plate suits it very well as well!

[@raa729]

I absolutely adore my 2008 x6 50i, I put a stage 1 on it, 507 hp, my daily driver. Just take care and change oil under 10k km and it lasts and purrs. Sound with valves open is incredible. I contemplated doing a straight with pops and bangs but opted not to. I have my two Ktms with akrapovics for it )

[@Dr.Bob85]

Guys, these vids should come with a warning…. ⚠️ Every time the E39 or E46’s are shown I’m browsing to buy one. Love the content!! 👍

[@lewis72]

Every time the E39 or E46’s are shown I’m browsing to buy *another* one.

[@dannymaskell4923]

As an e46 owner - get one. Best driving car I’ve ever had the pleasure of owning. Easy to work on, not hard to diag, really reliable (done 40+k in mine in 18mo). Absolutely brilliant cars, get a clean low mileage car and you’ll adore it

[@lewis72]

@@dannymaskell4923 I find the E46 rides too had. My friend has an M3 and the ride quality isn't good enough IMO. Every since getting a lift in a brand new '02 E46 320i then travelling some distance a few years later in an E39, I realised that I don't like 3 Series so much. That said, I prefer the ride quality of an X308.

[@couperdevil6689]

I absolutely love everything about this car. The colour, engine sound, stance, wheels everything. What a machine

[@ogdizzle155]

Super charge it super charge it super charge it lol

[@imwilki]

Had a glacier green 540i touring 2001 m62tu auto for 6 years ! Bought for £7500 100k miles in 2008. Those were the days ! Mega spec double glazing , hydraulic tailgate , motorola v50 in the armrest ....the dogs danglies , sold it for 545i touring that smoked on idle (guide bushes ) then a 530i e61 touring . Neither beat that e39. Thst engine is an aristocrat , high speed starter , wall of torque. Lovely .

[@TylerGamer765]

yup! got me a 07 STS performance pkg (4.6 32v dohc v8) it doesnt have a manual but a clean tiptronic shifter and 6 speeds #bestdaily

[@dannb0dge]

My dad has a E39 530d touring. Owned since new (remember the many trips to the dealer for test drives and ordering it), he sill has it and when he wants rid, I'll be buying it of of him. It's probably the best model (E39) that BMW have ever made and will ever make.

[@KarlVoice]

DO IT!!! Supercharge it

[@chriswright5198]

I love my E39 535i. Same colour as yours, Aspen Silver and similarly I love how the colours shifts in different light. We are lucky in South Australia’s dry climate to not to have the rust issues of the UK (just heat damage instead 😂😂)

[@danielpowers2191]

I’d never be straight in Taylor’s V8.

[@patrickmcguigan5939]

It has to have a supercharger! If only for the sound of the supercharger whine over the top of the valved exhaust burble! Taylor is amazing in these videos. He's so passionate about the cars he owns it's infectious!

[@joeljay8008]

Get that thing supercharged!

[@DiegoM-ts8ut]

Had the same issue you described on the brakes and it was the breaking system causing it, but suspension arms and bushes

[@OldSkoolCarpMan]

We really need a video featuring Rory's lawnmower 🤞🤞

[@LarryMcLarrry]

This was so close. We saw the Landy in the bushes.

[@OldSkoolCarpMan]

@@LarryMcLarrry I know, we also need a drone shot of the AutoAlex graphic on the lawn!

[@jackedmondson12ify]

My mate regrets selling his e39 530d touring. That had everything cream and wood interior and was a Manual too !! Such nices cars and lovely to sit in !

[@forsh3546]

This is THE BMW Touring channel - and I love it for all of them!

[@jayogilvie8353]

Smiles, laughter and the open road. GREAT !!

[@SuperAspari]

I use my e39 540i manual as my daily here in Cape Town and love every second of it. Almost always take the long way home

[@tsiupbmt2822]

Yes to supercharger. Would love to buy an e39 for my dad! He had 2 before and as he approaches 50 it would be an amazing gift!

[@Bitsandboats]

Awesome car absolutely stunning please do another video of it with it’s super charger fitted 😎

[@Lot76CARS]

I met Taylor at the last Bicester Scramble and what a gentleman he is! His 540i looked absolutely mint as well, my Dad also had an Aspen Silver E39 Touring but just a 525TDS…

[@SapphireSamC]

Absolute YES to a supercharger install 👌👌👍

[@1985slipstream]

9:30 shock old bmws and overheating brakes. they really were terrible for this across the range for a long time with this.

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

2:50 - Rare footage of Alex trying to call in an airstrike. Danger close, fire for effect.

[@SimonBoxall]

I daily drive my e39 touring, it’s my workhorse and is a cracking car. I also have a 540 manual saloon that I’m putting a 4.6is engine in. Probably won’t ever top them with anything else!

[@jonibravo9004]

That Aubergine interior with this trim is fabulous, I love it. Only downside on special interiors like this is good luck finding replacement bits if needed. I have California Anthracite / Snake upholstery (H4AT) with sport seats on my e46 compact. You can barely find pictures online. I’ve been looking for a passenger seat for two years now…

[@vaughanh2905]

Love the channel(s), love the unfading enthusiasm, love you characters. The petrol in my veins flows freely watching this stuff! You guys are awesome. Keep up the amazing work!

[@MarcusW87]

Yes! Fit a supercharger (and fix the bodywork around the exhaust)!

[@grazziotinpedro]

Valve exaust on your daily is the best thing u can do I have one on my v6 Camry and it just puts a smile on my face everytime

[@MdvK13979]

Design-wise BMW's best era imho. What a great car Taylor! Again well done! #jealous 😉

[@Jbyrneham]

Yess Taylor supercharge it! That's mental that you can get a supercharger and fitting kit for about a grand. I'd be interested in doing this to my pre facelift e38 740i, so would be nice to see you do it first 😉

[@mc4130]

Tourings look better than the saloons, but this looks so much better. Always loved the bigger bore on the m sport exhausts, so this Rich’s fabrications is beautifully in keeping. Very jealous of this - and if it’s good enough for Jay Kay to stop and have a chat about, that says it all! More please!! And in the sun so we can see the paint!

[@adamkorkowicz7727]

Supercharger with that exhaust would be unreal. Can't wait to see you guys do it.

[@tecnomania1986]

Very nice. My dad´s 528i was Aspen Silver with Aubergine leather too.

[@jamesabraithwaite]

Lawn looking lovely Rory. And the E39 isn’t too shabby either Taylor!

[@the5th2000]

Fantastic motor. Do the supercharger. But put a proper diff in it as well.

[@stefanzetu5199]

Saw it at "Bicester heritage " Beautifull

[@FaizanAhmad-bp8jn]

Absolutely loved this episode, have owned 2 e39s in the past, superb motors they are. Definitely supercharge the 540 Taylor

[@gallien0001]

It was so cool seeing you in paris! I didn't get to talk to you guys but it was certainly nice to get a look at the car!

[@redsidebiker]

That engine is epic. Had an E53 X5. Tailgate me on the motorway, catch me if you can! That Touring is superb Taylor, a credit to you.

[@Attila_Dori]

Guys I hope your friendship is real and you are not just really good actors. I love how you found each other and how much you shine together.

[@BurningRubberNz]

That wheel and tyre combo is perfect

[@EILONadiv]

Iv just recalled the first time i watched alex previous working place(ill not recall the name's company) Iv opened youtube to find stuff about caterham 620r I love those caterham's Pure drivers car Purity in its all glory And That video about that car with alex's previous working place was up in the searching Ein-gine!!!! ( hehe another great gig sketch) result That vid was brill and it stands by time Since then im a follower Keep the great work/job

[@weymouthbeast8106]

i have a E39 530D estate that i use everyday and its stage 1. its auto and it surprises alot of people off the lights! its just a sleeper

[@danhalsey3977]

@M539 Restorations would love this! What a beauty

[@Craider79]

1:07 See ... Here is if I had been hanging out with you with no cameras that I have a lot of jokes........ But Since we are on the Internet and people seem to get offended by everything - all I have to say is: Well how very brave of you Sir coming out like this! I respect your life choices and there is absolutely nothing wrong or funny about it! Bravo Sir! And then like a magic trick: *PUFF* I'm gone!

[@markedmundson7378]

E series BMW manual v8 trip to the ring! Get as many as you can! I’d be up for it in my manual 645ci, straight piped no valves.. you know it makes sense!!

[@ferglesnerk]

In Australia, more specifically, my garage is an E39, Diamond-Shwartz sedan with the 4.4 supercharged on Bilsteins, 19's, big brakes, stainless tuned exhaust and many noises. It's better than the wagon.

[@RCoog]

I have an E39 M5 (was the high mileage, rusty blue one at shedfest). Would happily make the trip across from Northern Ireland again if you fancied drag racing or attempting a lap time somewhere against your 540i post supercharger. It goes away for restoration in September!

[@AdilAaronAkhtar]

I miss my old Imola Red E39 Touring, was a rare spec as well with a manual box 530D

[@joem8213]

Such a beautiful looking car, i love estate cars so much!! Cannot wait for Tayler to put a supercharger on the beefy V8! It's going to sound amazing

[@TcarsN4]

Absolutely adore my E39 525d Oxford Green manual ULEZ touring

[@AlexClark16]

I had a 530d manwell touring in slate green, it was the bollocks, such a great car the E39. Did not realise some of them were ULEZ compliant though?!

[@thomaskristensen5085]

do a wagon Road trip with the 540i (e39)and 325i (e30)and 330i (e46)

[@simonhodgetts6530]

That’s lovely - great leather colour, and I think the best looking 5 series wagon. Sounds amazing too!

[@dan_morris_00]

I love e39 tourings. I had a V reg before I had to get a 7 seater

[@ryebread1986]

I like that so much I just looked and there's only 2 for sale right now in the United States and they're both automatic transmission

[@tomcarabine]

big birtha was the name of the bus I used to get on to go to school every morning, would always be the same one, and it had it printed on the side right as you got on lol

[@Shnev91]

YES so much yes. Supercharge that filthy car. Sounds amazing good video.

[@AndyAitken]

I will adhere to the Car Vertical report as just today I was about to go and pick up a 2009 Jaguar X type until I ran a Car Vertical report on it and found it had previously been a Cat D write off. I’ll always run a report on any car I buy from now on. Oh and Yes! Supercharge that puppy!

[@naikjoy]

I love it! :) yes definitely do the super charger! Its gonna then have a piece of Great Britain in it.

[@toddcarter4210]

What a gem Taylor is, he has been a gift for you Alex 🤍can’t click fast enough when I see your videos

[@jecz83]

I had an auto one when I was about 28 😂 used to be part of a car swap group. In sport mode I would be getting around 6-8mpg !!! driving like miss daisy the best I could get was around 26mpg .It definitely wasn’t a daily driver but was super fun

[@eesa3223]

Taylor, I was the guy who was tailing you on the M25 through the roadworks in a red Tesla (company car, don't judge...) and gave you a wave - From behind I thought the back of your head sticking up beyond the headrest looked familiar!

[@DoubleDeckerAnton]

💯% fit that supercharger

[@markstevens4404]

That supercharger kit better be on order already!!

[@basilfabian05]

the sound of the V8 and that exhaust 👌

[@BurpleRX7]

When it comes to brakes, bring your car to Martin Reyland in Redditch or BG developments in Bromsgrove. They will sort you out with something to spec and the nicest people… plus you can drive down the road to mine and fix some of my cars

[@simonr7974]

Fellow e39 v8 owner here. That noise never gets old ❤

[@jeevie_m]

This video makes me sad 😢 I had an 03 Alpine White 540i E39 which Taylor had seen when it went in for a Service at Ultimate Velocity. 4.4l V8 was just a thing of beauty 😍

[@c_holding8564]

Our 8 tonne forklift at work is called Big Bertha! She has a Peugeot badge stuck on the front