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#1203 of 1317 Re: 7 Series Questions [esvcaddy4me] by bdr127

Mar 06, 2006 (9:31 am)

Replying to: esvcaddy4me (Mar 05, 2006 10:30 am)
Can you tell me if and when there has been a body style change on the 7 series? We are looking at several '02 and up. Have there been any major problems with this series. The ones we are looking at are all pre-cert through BMW.
 
The 7-Series was dramatically revamped for the 2002 model. It was slightly changed for 2006 (slightly changed exterior to make a nicer front and rear end).
 
As for problems, it is widely accepted that the 2002 and 2003 7-Series are problem cars. They had significant electrical and computer issues. Most cars were resolved pretty well, but some pre-owned out there still have problems. However, BMW does have a 6yr/100k (from original purchase date) full new car warranty for those cars, so at least you are covered if there are problems. My advise would generally be to avoid those two model years....

#1204 of 1317 Re: 7 Series Questions [bdr127] by esvcaddy4me

Mar 08, 2006 (9:02 am)

Replying to: bdr127 (Mar 06, 2006 9:31 am)
Thank you for that info. One more question..since we are looking at used, we have noticed that some are certified with the longer warranty and some are not. How does this work? We have seen a few that we liked but they did not have the extended warranty.
Thanks

#1205 of 1317 Re: 7 Series Questions [esvcaddy4me] by bdr127

Mar 09, 2006 (9:49 am)

Replying to: esvcaddy4me (Mar 08, 2006 9:02 am)
If any BMW is a Certified Pre-Owned at a BMW dealer, then it will have the remainder of the new car warranty, and when that expires the CPO warranty will kick in. The CPO warranty is for 6yr/100k (whichever comes first) from the original new car purchase date.
 
I'm not sure why a Certified car you're talking about wouldn't have an extended warranty.... that's part of the CPO program. As for the 7-series, all of the 2002 and 2003 models have the 6yr/100k NEW car warranty, regardless of it being certified or not. The new car warranty covers everything (as opposed to the CPO warranty, which doesn't cover things like accessories, radio, body noises, etc) and doesn't have a deductible like the CPO ($50 per occurance).
 
If it is not a 2002 or 2003 7-series, then the new car warranty would be 4yr/50k. Then the same CPO 6yr/100k would pick up where that leaves off.
 
The other great benefit of BMW's CPO program is the financing rates. Right now the 2002 7's have 2.9% for up to 60 months and 4.9% for 72 months, while the 2003 models have 3.9% for up to 60 months. Pretty hard to beat those rates.

#1206 of 1317 Re: 7 Series Questions [bdr127] by esvcaddy4me

Mar 10, 2006 (2:00 pm)

Replying to: bdr127 (Mar 09, 2006 9:49 am)
Thank you for all your help bdr127. I have looked online but I am not finding any info regarding the NEW car warranty on the 02-03 model. Even when I email a dealer with a 7 series they only give me the 4/50K or the cpo warranty info. Is there somewhere on the BMW site that I can look at to get all this info or do I just need to sit down with the dealer. I'd like to have as much info as possible before I go to the dealer though. Thank you again.

#1207 of 1317 Re: 7 Series Questions [esvcaddy4me] by bdr127

Mar 10, 2006 (5:37 pm)

Replying to: esvcaddy4me (Mar 10, 2006 2:00 pm)
It's just straight-out fact.... Any and all 2002-2003 BMW 7-Series have a 6yr/100k full new car warranty. That's just the way it is.
 
When they first came from the factory, they had the 4yr/50k... but after the initial problems, BMW just said, "Okay, okay... We'll fix the problems, and we'll also back that up by giving every car in those model years a full new car warranty of 6yr/100k." Anyone telling you otherwise just isn't informed.
 
Try talking to a BMW service advisor. I'm sure they would know, for sure.

#1208 of 1317 steering wheel by lopz

Mar 12, 2006 (10:45 am)

Is there a way to increase the amount of telescoping a steering wheel does beyong the manufacturer's set up? I cannot find a truly comfortable position because if my legs are nicely stretched and supported then I need to lean forward to reach wheel even when it's all the way out. I drive 4,000 miles every month...

#1209 of 1317 Re: 7 Series Questions [bdr127] by wabends

Mar 18, 2006 (1:57 pm)

Replying to: bdr127 (Mar 10, 2006 5:37 pm)
esvcaddy4me and bdr127
 
 This morning I went to the BMW dealership for state inspection. While there, I asked my BMW service advisor and client advisor (who sold my 745 Li to me) and they both emphasized that the 2002 and 2003 models of 745 have 6-year/100K miles warranty. They will not volunteer that information but if you ask they cannot deny it. Therefore, the warranty on the 2002 and 2003 745s will end at the same time that the 2004 and 2005 models, respectively, will end because of the two-year extensions.
 
 My 2 cents.
 
Wabends

#1210 of 1317 2000 740i sport purchase by waggy

Mar 24, 2006 (4:24 pm)

I have a client whose father passed away and left him with a 2000 740i sport with 55k miles. exterior is silver with gray interior. all factory options except cold package. looks like it just rolled out of the showroom. If it is sound after lookover by mechanic, would $19500 be a decent deal......will need tires within the next year....thanks for input

#1211 of 1317 Re: 2000 740i sport purchase [waggy] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Mar 24, 2006 (4:54 pm)

Replying to: waggy (Mar 24, 2006 4:24 pm)
that's about retail...no bargain, no rip-off...just "retail book". Tires won't be cheap, so I'd bargain on this car...maybe $19K minus tire costs....

#1212 of 1317 Looking at used key fob on ebay/navigation disc by esvcaddy4me

Mar 25, 2006 (6:53 pm)

If the numbers on the back match the numbers on my fob what do I need to do to make it work with my car. We just bought an '02 745i and it only had one key fob. Also, how many navigation discs usually come with this car and where can I find replacements.
Thanks

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