How is the E34 M5s exterior different from that of a normal 5 Series?
An E34 M5 is most easily distinguished from a normal 5 Series by its unique lower body panels that include a specific front airdam, side valances and rear diffuser. These are painted in a contrasting Diamond Black metallic (181), Sebring Grey metallic (229) or Granite Silver metallic (237), depending on the cars exterior color and production date. In addition, the E34 M5 has large-diameter twin exhaust pipes, plus an M5 grille badge (not included on late “wide grille” models) and decklid badge (not fitted upon request). Like the previous E28 M5, these could be deleted upon request. Dechromed window trim (known as Shadowline) was optional on the E34 M5 in most markets, as was a body-color rear decklid spoiler. Starting with the production of the 3.8-liter model, the E34 M5 could be ordered (in most markets) with aerodynamic M rear-view mirrors (also fitted to all North American-spec E34 M5s for the 1993 model year). All E34 M5 sedans have a black plastic panel that fills in the gap betw