BMW E39

Now to upshift, you had to pull back the lever, instead of pushing forward, as in the pre-2001 model year E39s. The first woman was Tyna Marie Robertson, who once sued Lord of the Dance star Michael Flatley for rape in a case tossed out of court. Also, in the 2001 model year, BMW Steptronic-equipped E39s had their manual program direction switched to match BMWs F1 cars. In a weird news story in 2005, a DNA test proved that Urlacher had fathered a daughter by a woman within weeks of fathering a daughter by his ex-wife. Meanwhile, the 540i was given more power, totalling 290 hp (216 kW). Robertson, 33, a former stripper and presently a real estate agent, is the same woman who sued dancer Michael Flatley for $35 million in March 2003, saying he had raped her, and also accused a Naperville, Illinois doctor of inappropriate touching in a story she later recanted. Also, a new 525i was introduced featuring a 184 hp (137 kW) M54 2.5 liter inline-6 and a slightly cheaper price. In court documents filed in August 2005, Urlacher expressed a willingness to support the child financially but was concerned with bankrolling "an enhanced lifestyle" for Robertson.

Other options changed: for example, the 528i was replaced by the 530i which had a new 225 horsepower (168 kW) M54 3.0 L inline-6. Urlacher also has two daughters from his first marriage. (Note: this technology is called "celis" by the OEM - Hella.) Also, the rear lights were converted to being LED-based. Tyna Robertson, the mother of the child, has agreed in court that the Bears star is the baby's father. For the 2001 model year, BMW updated the E39 with newer, clear-lens headlights which first displayed the now-popular "angel eyes". Genetic testing was completed to prove that he is the father. The 540i was powered by the 282 horsepower (210 kW) 4.4 L V8 seen in the E38 (7-Series) and the X5. In June 2005, Urlacher filed suit to establish paternity of a child.

The 520, 523 and 528 were powered by 150, 170 and 190 hp versions of the BMW M52 engine, which is a gasoline inline-6 design. Indianapolis defensive end Dwight Freeney came in second place with four votes and Pittsburgh safety Troy Polamalu in third place with three votes. All but the M5 (sedan only) are available as either a touring (wagon) or sedan. He received a majority of the votes with 34 out of a panel of 50 NFL sportswriters and broadcasters. The European BMW range saw the 520, 523, 528, 530, 535, 540, 525tds, 520d, 525d, 530d and M5. On January 6, 2006, Urlacher was awarded with the Associated Press NFL Defensive Player of the Year award. Of the full range available, the USA saw the 528i, 540i and M5. Sales of Urlacher replica jerseys have at times been the NFL's best seller, along with other stars like Randy Moss and Michael Vick.

Various engine sizes and types have been available. He was the Bears leading tackler in 2000, 2001, and 2002. The E39 was sold in the UK starting in 1995, followed by the rest of Europe and finally on other continents. He has surpassed the Bears single season tackle record with 214 tackles in 2002, previously held by Dick Butkus. The BMW E39 M5 was introduced in 1998, with a 5.0 L V8 engine. Additionally, on January 6th,2006 Brian Urlacher was named the 2005 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, an honor that was fitting as he led one of the most dominant defenses in recent memory. The basic model was the 520i, which develops 150 hp (112 kW). He has been selected to the Pro Bowl five times, and has continued the Bears' tradition of excellent linebackers which includes such past stars as Dick Butkus and Mike Singletary.

It was the successor of the BMW E34 in 1996 (UK) but was replaced by the BMW E60 in 2004. Urlacher was named 2000 NFL Defensive Rookie of The Year. The E39 automobile platform was the basis for the 1996 through 2004 BMW 5 Series. Upon being drafted by Chicago, he was converted to middle linebacker, where his tackling skills, speed, aggression, and intelligence made him an instant star. He moved with his single mother to Albuquerque as a child, and later graduated from the University of New Mexico, where he starred as a strong safety. Brian Urlacher (born May 25, 1978 in Pasco, Washington) is a linebacker with the Chicago Bears of the National Football League.