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Sedans BMW 7-Series BMW 7-Series 2006 and earlier
1312 messages, Last post on Sep 24, 2009 at 6:51 AM
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Replying to: paisan (Apr 10, 2007 9:57 am) As for what to look for, we are always concerned about malfunctioning electrics on older BMWs. Also check the brake rotors, as a brake job for this car is not cheap. Lower control arm bushings in the front end could be tired at 60K and look for erratic idle problems. Nice ride but not cheap to maintain.
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Apr 10, 2007 3:11 pm) $8k? wow they are looking for $13-14k and mpg of 16/24 -mike
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Replying to: paisan (Apr 10, 2007 3:17 pm)  This is a freight train you are trying to stop here...be careful what you put on there. $14K? They are dreamers....7 Series depreciate like rocks off bridges, especially out of warranty. Go check out edmunds.com True Market Value or any "realistic" price guide, like CPI or even NADA. The mileage figures are EPA estimates. Who drives a V-8 BMW by coasting down hills? 
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Apr 10, 2007 3:23 pm) -mike |
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Apr 10, 2007 3:23 pm) -mike
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Replying to: paisan (Apr 10, 2007 4:42 pm) Are you sure those aftermarket parts meet OEM standards for that car? Well, maybe. I don't really know. But that's 4,300 lbs of automobile you are haulin' down. It's a nice driving car. I'm sure you'll like it. It doesn't feel as big as it is.
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Apr 10, 2007 7:42 pm) May decide to go ubber economy though, still debating. -mike
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Replying to: paisan (Apr 11, 2007 4:42 am) My main concern with "performance" parts is that they work great but they're pretty rough on rotors and pads....
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Apr 11, 2007 7:46 am) HP+ are a bit rough on the rotors, but the HPS pads which are more streetable, are actually less expensive as are non-slotted rotors. It can also be a result of WHEN you did the rotors and pads. As a car ages, especially from 5-10 years old, is when you start to see a lot of rotors and pad replacements become available which brings the prices down significantly. -mike |
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I'm looking at a '94 740iL with 144k miles on it. Seems to run great, no problems. But I'm weary of the price, $4,650... am I just getting a really good deal, or is there most likely more to this car than meets the eye? Here's a link to the car BMW
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