Is it possible to convert a E39 m5 transmission from manual into automatic or semi-automatic ??

Question

Is it possible to convert a E39 m5 transmission from manual into automatic or semi-automatic ?

Answer 1

Yes you can make any transmission form manual to semi-automatic or automatic doesn't meter its mark

Answer 2

While it is possible, consider the following:

a) it would be pretty costly considering that aside from the physical

   alterations that have to be made to the pedals, tranny mounts and

   probably propeller length, you would also need to get

   the proper tranny to handle the power of an M5;

b) you need to install an EGS (tranny module), which your current

   wiring system can not accomodate, so you also need to replace

   your engine harness or at the very least jury rig additional wires

   (and of course, program/code the car anew);

c) after conversion, your M5 will no longer be an original M5 but

   some kind of a freaky M5 which most would not buy (if ever you

   decide to sell it later on);

d) if you are thinking of converting into an SMG, the prospect

    boggles the mind but there is nothing impossible, provided

    you can find somebody capable of doing it, and provided

    also that you have lots of dough.