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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Dec 06, 2007 3:14 pm) Got it as a certified BMW in 2003 for $43K Kelley private party is $20,600 I am asking $20,500. $15K sounds more like Kelley trade in value. I also thought it could be time of the year...
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Replying to: eric312 (Dec 06, 2007 3:57 pm) Lemme check on autotrader for you and come up with average asking price for a bunch of them..... STAY BY: Okay, here's the results--it's a pretty good pool of comps--175 cars for sale # of 2001 7-series found: 175 cars for sale $29,500 Highest asking price (silly) $10,300 Lowest asking price ( a beater) $17,860 Average asking price (probably close to reality)
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Dec 06, 2007 4:44 pm) I was just thingking if i sell it for $18k i will need to spend AT LEAST $55k on a new 535 just to replicate all the features that this car has 
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Replying to: eric312 (Dec 06, 2007 5:11 pm)
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Dec 06, 2007 5:46 pm) I noticed that Edmunds dropped the price of this car by about $2000 3 weeks ago. Not sure what caused it but i guess they cannot updated it regularly in small increments. Not sure if i am ready to part with this car for $17k though
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Replying to: eric312 (Dec 06, 2007 6:31 pm) Why don't you post your info HERE (see link below) and see what the "pros" think. Be sure to tell them you want a RETAIL price: Real World Trade In Values |
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Wow. I just wanted to thank all who have contributed to this board. I have loved the BMW 740 from afar... for the aggressive styling on the sport package and the beautiful interior. Now that used prices are down to a level that I could afford I started doing some research. This has been a great resource for seeing if it is worth picking one up. I am sad to say I unfortunately will not be picking one up... looks like there are some serious quality issues with this model. Its seems that the issues are pretty much the same. 1. Transmission issues 2. Radiator replacement 3. Navigation Screen Problems and Software 3. Electronics are a disaster 4. Control Arm replacement 5. Exhorbitant Price for Brake Jobs 6. Power Steering Hoses When I balk at the cost of even a simple oil change, I think the decision has been made for me. I had a 528i when I was younger and loved the car for its prestige and reliability. I know that BMW engines have a reputation for being super reliable and the 4.4 litre V8 was considered the workhorse. I figured I wouldnt care if the various gadgetry went and a couple of the power options crapped out, as long as the car moved I could enjoy that aspect. Ive lived without Navigation for a while so I dont really need it. But it sounds like this models issues go way beyond that and that the car actually running depends on alot of these minor electronics issues being fixed. The post that said if you buy one of these cars you should be willing to average $200 in repairs a month puts it all in perspective. My questions are: 1. Are there any other recurring issues with these models that are not on my list? Sadly, Im still holding out hope that there would be something for me to make the justification to buy one. 2. Ive loved the BMW marque for the better part of twenty years. Are the reliability issues the same for the lower end models, 3 series or even 5 series? 3. Can anyone else recommend a luxury sedan with much better reliability issues? I know Japanese is probably much better, but Im not a fan. I was looking at the X Type. Thanks again for this really informative source! |
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Replying to: patrikr (Oct 18, 1999 5:49 pm) |
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I want to put a cd player in the dash. Does anybody already have this done. How hard is it to do. Thanks
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Replying to: 95bmw740i (Feb 04, 2008 1:44 pm) However, I am not one to discourage courage in a man, so you could start here: http://www.installer.com/kits/ |
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