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Used 1999 BMW 7 Series Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best Car You Can Own

Scott, 01/04/2010
1998 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I've had this car almost 5 years. I've replaced a window motor, fixed the power seat and replaced the fan. The total cost of repairs has been half that of my Chevy van, that is 2 years newer and has 80,000 less miles on it. This car is a pleasure to drive. It's comfortable and powerful. I usually get above 24 MPG on the freeway, and that's doing 80 MPH. I almost always choose it over my other cars (Boxster, 330ci and Van) due to the excellent sound system and handling. I've looked at the newer body style and I don't like it as much. Also the iDrive is a pain to use. I now have 180,000 miles on the car and I'm keeping it.

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3 out of 5 stars

BMW 750 CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG

DADIO, 05/26/2003
1998 BMW 7 Series 750iL 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

PURCHASED ONE YEAR OLD. "ENGINE LIGHT" CAME ON EVERY 2000 MILES. TEMPERMENTAL POLLUTION CONTROLS ON THIS V12. WINDOW MOTORS ALL FAILED. HEADLAMP WASHER FAILED. ELECTRIC HEAD REST FAILED. CIG LIGHTER MOUNT FAILED. DRIVER SEAT MEMORY FAILED.

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4 out of 5 stars

Don't keep it Past Warranty Period

keywestmike, 11/20/2006
1998 BMW 7 Series 750iL 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This car was originally owned by Dave Thomas of Wendy's fame, he turned it in in March 2000 I bought it in May. Smoothest most fun car to drive ever. However, you must no keep it beyond BMW's Certified Warranty four years from purchase or 100,000 miles. I have 87500 miles on it now and the maintenance has been $8000.00. Apparently these cars are designed for heavy mileage but will start falling apart at age eight.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

Looks nice, completey unreliable!

Michael S., 06/06/2002
1998 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I leased a used, 1998 BMW740I. I felt confident that I would be protected by the manufacturer's warranty. However I later learned that the warranties are tiered and started expiring months after I signed the lease. The car only had 19K miles, and I've only put 12K on it. I am turning it in early becuase it has so many mechanical problems, mostly electircal, but it has also has overheated three times, leaving me stranded. I can't afford to miss any more work. This car is going to ruin my career. I want my Toyota back!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Excellent Car

Alex, 04/23/2005
1998 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought this car year ago. It very well made car and also it's the best car I ever drove (out of 100+ cars). Performance is excellent, style, comfort and reliability. This car has "bullet proof" engine. I'm seeing people are complaining about cup holders - honestly that is the last thing I would think of. BMW 740 is the top of the line luxury sedan rather than comfy couch with convinient cup- holder. People who looking a cars as an expensive appliance should go for Toyota - Lexus, Honda... BMW is more for drive enthusiasts.

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