The 2003 was the last year for the e39. I don't think I have seen a 5 series wagon in the latest models. To me the e39 had cleaner lines and made a pretty nice wagon. The newer versions have the new styling which, in my opinion, don't translate well for the effect. The e39 does have its issues (electical, coolant system, automatic transmission), but it was revered as a drivers car. I think the sweet model if you don't mind shifting, is the 530 with the sports package and 6 speed. I went for the 2003 540, since I have this high torque, front engine, automatic. About as opposite a car from an old 911 as you can be!
