Do they make the BMW M5 in automatic transmission?

I want to know about the models anywhere from 2000-2007? I can’t drive a manual transmission auto very well. Would I have to special order an M5 if I want it in automatic? I am willing to buy it used if I can find an automatic but should I even look for one? What do you know?
Thanks for your answers in advance.

One Response to “Do they make the BMW M5 in automatic transmission?”

  1. M500 on June 17th, 2010 11:46 pm

    The earlier of these dates is the E39 model. The all new E60 model became widely available in 2005.
    The standard transmission from 2005 on is automatic in effect.
    It has only accelerator and brake pedals – no pedal for the clutch. This transmission is called SMG.
    There is a clutch but it is operated by a system controlled by the onboard computer. You select forward or reverse with a lever like auto cars have and press the accelerator, the car goes forwards or reverses, press harder it goes faster.
    It is possible to take manual control and select any of the gears for yourself. However the car does not allow choices which would harm the engine or transmission. Manual gear changes can also be made from paddles next to the steering wheel.
    The manual gearbox version of the current M5 is only available in the USA.