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#61 of 1312 Dealers by robobo Nov 28, 1999 (3:12 pm)
This is my first BMW so I am not aware of the dealers track record on service. But I believe I got a good price. The dealer is Home Motors in Santa Maria.
#62 of 1312 740il rims by tuvi Nov 30, 1999 (4:24 am)
I have a 97 740il. I am interested in changing my factory tires to high performance tires. wondering if anybody knows if the 540 rims and tires will fit the 740il. Also, I was reading some of the comments with regard to the TV. Does it work only when parked? can I get it to work while driving? and if so, how. Thanks
#63 of 1312 Auto Dimming Mirrors by nikhilmodi Nov 30, 1999 (5:08 pm)
I read in the 740iL brochure that the rear-view mirror inside the car is auto-dimming. Does anyone out there know if the same is true for the driver's side outside mirror ? Thanks.
#64 of 1312 How to adjust the Bightness on the Nav System by cardojo Dec 02, 1999 (9:07 pm)
Just learned of a hidden service menu of the Nav System - It will allow you to adjust the brightness of the monitor as well as other things - found this site that shows the various menu items available - In the US, the video receiver is not installed, you will not be able to access that menu item - Enjoy ! http://www.geocities.com/koping/navsvcmode.html If anyone else as uncovered any 'hidden menu's' please let me know. How to Access the Service Menu: Hit the menu button, use the round knob and push the set option. Keep the menu pushed for about 10 seconds. You'll get to the service menu.
#65 of 1312 How to adjust the Bightness on the Nav System by cardojo Dec 02, 1999 (9:18 pm)
Just learned of a hidden service menu of the Nav System - It will allow you to adjust the brightness of the monitor as well as other things - found this site that shows the various menu items available - In the US, the video receiver is not installed, you will not be able to access that menu item - Enjoy ! http://www.geocities.com/koping/navsvcmode.html If anyone else as uncovered any 'hidden menu's' please let me know. How to Access the Service Menu: Hit the menu button, use the round knob and push the set option. Keep the menu pushed for about 10 seconds. You'll get to the service menu.
#66 of 1312 Reliability of older 7's by woodyww Dec 10, 1999 (4:57 am)
I am considering buying between a '90 & '94 7-series, with either the 6, V12, or V8 motors. Drove a '90 750il with 85K miles, loved the car, but am worried about expensive maintenence & repairs. Any particular years or motors to avoid? I've heard about problems with the early V8's, & figure the 12's are wicked expensive to keep up. However I'm a BMW lover, have tried to get interested in mid '90s Mercedes but find them to be rather sterile in comparison. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks, WoodyWWaol.com
#67 of 1312 New Models by arjun Dec 15, 1999 (3:44 am)
I spoke to the sales manager at my BMW dealership (purchased a 2000 yr model from them a few months ago). The new model will not be out next year - earliest is in 2001, but probably in 2002. P.S. for the above question on auto-dimming mirrors - unfortunately, the dirver side mirror does not dim. It's kind of weird - you look in your rear view mirror and there is no glare, but your side mirror picks it up.
#68 of 1312 FS 93 740il by dsacarny Dec 15, 1999 (7:21 pm)
97K miles white with gray leather always well maintained premium sound, factory cd, sun shades,runs very well If interested e-mail for more info c21robdavaol.com
#69 of 1312 Older 7 Series by jayoung Dec 17, 1999 (1:04 am)
I just wanted to repeat WoodyWW's request, because I too am somewhat intrique with the thought of buying an older seven series, something between '88 and '94. Would you stay away from the 12 cyl? What was the problem with the 8 cyl, and was it resolved in later years? Any insight would be appreciated.
#70 of 1312 Hope it doesn't break by pflaum Dec 24, 1999 (4:08 am)
A '97 is just about out of warranty and the V-12 is a beast to repair. Personally, I wouldn't touch it. Why not buy a just off lease 98 740iL for about the same amount of money? Not a big difference in performance, same car other than the engine, a warranty and, once off warranty, a lot cheaper to maintain. Just my $.02

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