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1997 BMW 7-Series - Consumer Opinions

 

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#1
poor selection never again
Source: Edmunds

...in discussions with many other 740 buyers i have yet
to meet even one that was happy everything breaks
the cup holders at 500 dollars 3 times radiator transmission both exhaust pipes at 2 grand each seats on drivers side crack check and you will find this on half even the lcd's burn out on dash...

#2
No more MBZ for me!
Source: Edmunds

...I had always owned MBZ and although I was quite happy with what I drove, it wasn't until I got behind the wheel of this 740i that I understood the meaning of the ultimate driving machine.
What a pleasure!...

#3
Finally
Source: Edmunds

...Well I now own a '97 740 iL Artic Metlic Silver with 98K and really do like it.
However, I had to put some money into it after I got it to fix a major problem: Cataly.
Convertor which cost me $2,300 p/L. I also other repairs done that were under CPO warranty: Radiator, Elect.fan, new valve cover gaskets and a new int.
sensor alarm. I hope I am done with repairs for a couple of years, other than oil changes.
I am still happy I have this car because its my dream car and I think I have everything fixed that may go wrong in the future, but if I have any other major problems I...

#4
Great Rig!
Source: Edmunds

...Looks great: sleek, fast. Definitely turns heads. Awesome stereo, loud, hi- def, great CD changer.
Loads of unexpected but nice "extras": heated steering wheel, power sunshade, memory seats. Expensive to maintain and every little items costs $$for parts and service...

#5
THE BMW 740IL
Source: Edmunds

...ITS A GREAT CAR...

#6
Great car but not cheap to run.
Source: Edmunds

...I love my 740i. With the Dinan engine upgrades and stage 1 suspension it is like a large sports car.
Smooth and powerful with a navigation system/TV. So far, only the cooling system (radiator, water pump and resevoir) has broken.
I hope that will be all but that is a lot for a 1997 with 60,000 miles on it. Certified warranty keeps costs down up to 50,000 miles...

#7
BMW 740il
Source: Edmunds

...This car is awesome it has very great speed it flies like a plane. great comfort all electronic. awesome v8 engine...

#8
Finally
Source: Edmunds

...Well I now own a '97 740 iL Artic Metlic Silver with 98K and really do like it.
However, I had to put some money into it after I got it to fix a major problem: Cataly.
Convertor which cost me $2,300 p/L. I also other repairs done that were under CPO warranty: Radiator, Elect.fan, new valve cover gaskets and a new int.
sensor alarm. I hope I am done with repairs for a couple of years, other than oil changes.
I am still happy I have this car because its my dream car and I think I have everything fixed that may go wrong in the future, but if I have any other major problems I...

#9
The top of the line for luxury, within
Source: MSN Autos

...Pros: The comfort roominess Cons: The delay in acceleration of the vehicle Overall: Wonderful roomy ride...

#10
In the Shop
Source: Edmunds

...While I'm impressed with the luxury, I'm not happy with the ongoing maintenance.
This is the "Flagship" marquis of BMW. So then why so many problems? I've been an owner of Jaguar and I must say I've had fewer misques than with BMW.
I enjoy the feel of the 740il, but think they could have done a better job with the overall quality of the vehicle...


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