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My 2000 740il
Michael Lucero, 09/17/2010
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
22 of 22 people found this review helpful
I purposely bought this year because I loved the exterior styling. I did not like the newer ones and I bought in 2007. This is a large car and has the best back seats and legroom EVER. I have fit 5 back there, yes illegally during a Vegas run and had no complaints. They actually had enough room to sit on the floor!! Bought my car with 70,000 miles on it for $18,000.00 plus $2,600.00 for an extended warranty that last 2 years or 100,000 mile, whichever came first. First, thank god I did get the warranty. Second, thank god this was a great warranty and company to purchase from. Here is a list of what was done before the car hit 100,000 miles. All handled without question, although an inspector
Great car for those who appreciate the dynamics, general drivers may want to steer clear.
mike_petersen, 07/26/2012
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
This is my 5th BMW, and also my favorite. Ive owned several 3 series and 5 series. All great cars but the 7 series of this E38 generation is truly special. The powertrain is strong by the standard of the 00, for 99% of your driving the power is more than adequate. The lines are classic, I still think the best of all BMW and the car continues to turn heads like no other. Clean, taught, uncluttered, and purposeful. The true sport package on the 740i is tighter than most would like, would recommend the non-sport for most people. If you are not mechanically included, or do not have a mechanic you trust and dependent on the BMW dealership, you may want to step with caution.
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Not what you'd think
steven67, 03/17/2012
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
31 of 33 people found this review helpful
First, this will most likely be one of the very best cars that you'll ever own. Every aspect of this car is absolutely amazing. The engine is plenty powerful, and the ride is great. The first night that I drove it I didn't want to stop driving. This car has all the features that one could desire. Now it's true that BMW's aren't the most reliable cars on the planet and when it comes time to fix them it usually wont be cheap. DON'T TAKE A BMW TO THE DEALER, or you're an idiot. Either find a BMW mechanic in your area or do the work yourself, it's very easy. If I, being a 19 year-old college student, can afford to keep this car running, you can too. (continued below)
awesome car just not after 150k miles
bmw37, 04/18/2012
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
This car is awesome no other way of saying it. it is better than any 7 series for sale today. the styling is classic. the interior is perfect and doesnt have any bmw i drive nonsense just a good sized navigation system that matches perfectly in the center, the driving feel is awesome too. the leather quality is excellent and the rear seat leg room is something the be seen. the engine may be short of 300 hp but you wouldnt be able to know once you floor it. the engine is perfect, the transmission is one of the smoothest out there. the car may be long and heavy but bmw has managed to make it feel only slightly short of an M3's handling capabilites. this car is a joy to drive.
2000 BMW 740iL
mroseberry1, 09/26/2012
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
The overall charistics of this car are fantastic. I purchased this car 6 months ago for 8500.00 and it has 74k miles. Its hard to find this much cart for this kind of money. Great value. I own a Corvette and Hot Rod shop and have driven many many car of all ages and types. This 740iL is on my top 10 list of best overall car!
750iL - Simply the Best
Chuck Weeks, 08/29/2006
2000 BMW 7 Series 750iL 4dr Sedan
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Just bought a used 750iL BMW in pristine shape, although it already had 77,000 miles, the owner loved this car to death. The power of the V12, 5.4 liter engine is staggering. I own a 2003 Jaguar Vanden Plas, and it doesn't even compare to the 750iL, which has more playtoys, better feel, better acceleration with the steptronic. Going 80 mph in the BMW seems like you are barely moving, and I think it really gets 25 miles to the gallon on the freeway, not 20 as advertised, not to mention you can go 500 miles on one tank of gas on the highway, thanks to the 25 gallon tank. Hands down, I love my 750il BMW, and it is simply the best.
2000 740IL Cosmos Black on Black
Dave Hilton, 06/17/2005
2000 BMW 7 Series 750iL 4dr Sedan
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is a Classic Luxury Sports Car. I had always wanted one. But make no mistake, this is an extremely expensive car to fix/repair. A $78K auto of this level of sophistication is very touchy. So be prepared.
my black7
sistajay, 12/13/2012
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
got this car in 2008, had to replace the engine in 2011, tranny gives a kick in the back had it rebuilt, and it still kicks in the back, love love love the car though, the driving is awesome, on the hwy, ohhh boy, you have to be very mindful, it luvvs the hway, and....it hardly eats any gas on the hwy, but locally, wow, terrible, the drive is awesome though, and ppl still turn to look, a beautiful car, but not cheap
The best BMW ever.
stan, 03/25/2008
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
This car has been amazing. I bought this car from someone who loved it but felt it was getting too old and too many miles (112,000). I've had it three years and have put over 60,000 miles on it. It may not be as carefree as an acura or lexus but it makes it up when you take it for a ride. You will need to replace the water pump about every 50k, alternator at about 100k, suspension checked and replaced at 100k, power steering line has been replaced. There was a check engine light on when I purchased the car, the owner fixed this, some kind of air leak around the intake. Do not take this car to the dealer after warranty. Find a good mechanic who is familiar with bmws
VERY Expensive to Maintain
Frank, 03/07/2008
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Without question, this is the greatest car I have ever driven. Unfortunately, it is also the most expensive car on the planet to drive. Since the car went out of warranty in Oct 2005, I've had to put nearly $20k into the car. Something seems to fail every six months, and as someone else noted the cost of a typical repair is anywhere from $700 to $4,500. I've had many different mechanics work on the car, and all say the same thing: Best car to drive, worst car in terms of maintenance. Expect to put $5,000 into the car each year for repairs/maintenance. You mat get 300k miles out of the engine, but it'll cost ya $300k to do it! That said, the BEST ride on the road, hands down!
best 4 door sedan you can buy for the money.
Albert, 03/05/2016
updated 03/27/2025
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Excellent built quality, high tech for the year, qualify technicians only to work on this car, excellent fuel economy with lots of power.
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2000 740i Sport
Blue Chip, 07/09/2004
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The car is new to me - but has exceeded my expectations in every way, peroformance, ride, and handling are outstanding. The Sport Pkg stiffens the ride and the seats are fairly restraining - much more so than the non sport pkg - but that's why I bought it. Classic lines and enough room for 5 people. Nice exaust note as well. I shopped the Audi A8, Mercedes E500, Lexus, and Infinity - each time, I came up with more value and more car for the money with the BMW. Would only buy this car though with the Sport Package (Steptronic). Much more fun to drive!
Ryan's 2000 740i
Rolands Ride, 08/28/2008
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
So I bought my 740i back in March of this year. this is my 2nd BMW and I am going to say I am very impressed with the vehicle. Has a beast of a engine, for a 2 ton car it will beat the crap out of a stock Camaro SS. The outside design is classic BMW which is why I bought this car instead of one of the newer 7 Series cars. The interior all be it a bit bland is very comfortable and ergonomic. No scientist needed to figure out the Nav or how to run the A/C. Car gets moderate mileage per gallon, about 18 around town and 24 on the highway. Not bad for a v8 that is a hoss. As expected for a BMW off of warranty, you will not want to get repairs done at the dealership, find a good tech.
The Ultimate Texas Driving Machine
raiderwes, 08/30/2003
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is an awesome road car. I've driven it about 5,000 miles on 6 trips in 4 months and am very pleased. This was a BMW certified unit. So far, no problems, but the Service Engine Soon light comes on intermittently; service center says it is likely something on the emissions systems.
Not reliable at all
Jenny, 12/09/2004
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The car is fun to drive, but at $73,000, I wouldnt expect this many problems. The front suspension has been replaced, twice, the trannie was replaced, the dash stopped working, the fan blades EXPLODED and cut the radiator lines and punctured the hood. The drivers seat has stopped working 3 times, the nav system display broke, the engine leaks oil, and the car has less than 50,000 miles on it. Not worth the price paid at any cost.
Exceeded Expectations
bmw_bill, 05/07/2005
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I always loved the E38 Seven Series. When the Sport Package came out I was even more impressed. I never thought I would own one. A deal came up this past winter and now my dream is reality. The car is awesome. Performance is stellar, the ownership experience is beyond expectation. What's amazing is that while the car is five years old, it demands the respect of a brand new premium car. I intend on keeping it for a very long time or until BMW gives me a compelling reason to upgrade and the new Seven, even with the improvements to the new design, won't do the trick. I'll keep my "used" car.
A Class of Excellence
GW, 03/06/2002
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is simply one of the best vehicles one could hope to own and drive. Powerful luxury with a sense of pride driving it on a daily basis. I would suggest this vehicle to anyone who wants everything they could imagine in an automobile.
BMW 740iL
Big Bob, 06/03/2008
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Mileage per gallon - excellent. In the low country of S.C., highway at 5 mph over the speed limit (usually 75), gets 27.5 mph! Response to accelerator - great! Handling on curves, u-turns - unbelieveable. Wheels have never been out-of-line!
Second 750iL proves same as first one
ST, 09/14/2009
2000 BMW 7 Series 750iL 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My 2nd 750 has been the same as the 1st in terms of performance & problems. My 1st, a '99 bought @ 51Kmi & totaled @ 105Kmi, not a horrible crash by any stretch, major damage under the car was the problem. Current vehicle bought @ 41Kmi now @ 53Kmi. Nothing but batteries so far but the oil service light just came on so I am prepared for at least a grand for the soon to be scheduled service by BMW (Break My Wallet). Will probably do the plugs (12). If you can't afford a few grand/yr. in service, this is not the car for you. Sway links & thrust rod bushings will be covered. Extended warranty for 48Kmi/48 mos. cost $4,100 & if you own these cars, you had best get a top of the line warranty.
Say Hello to Deferred Maintenance!
Bobby M, 08/13/2009
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought the car almost three years ago. My first Bimmer will likely be my last. As much as I love driving the car, it is waaaaay too costly to fix. The plastic (!!) tank on the radiator split 5 days after I purchased the car. I've had to replace the water pump, thermostat, and power steering pump. Right now I could drop $8k on the car just to fix the many problems that I live with, including: - ABS computer dead (no traction control), - Thrust bearings in front suspension, - Tranny needs to be replaced (but car still drives, - engine failsafe program kicks in about once a month). Now my car won't pass a smog check because the check engine light STAYS ON.
Update #2 Ultimate Texas Driving Machine
raiderwes, 01/17/2009
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Car now has 95k miles. At 85k mi nav unit in trunk failed; replaced with used unit/upgrade ($250). At 93k car developed minor leak - valve cover gasket. Put new Mich Pilot Sport + after 30K on the Kumhos. At 94k air mass meter failed along with PCV valve; fixed valve cover gasket at same time totaling $1400. Car averages 15k mi between oil changes, though I will start doing it substantially more often now. Still the most fun car I've ever owned and can't get excited about anything else out there. Overall, I have not had that much trouble with the car. I don't see much in the way of keeping it another 25-30k miles; after that, we'll see.
Great car that can last a life time.
Fred, 12/26/2016
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car since 1999 and still love driving it. After 140.000 miles I was having some leak issues but had it fixed. Only issues I had was changing break pads often and my tires every two years( Because of the sports package) the car still looks great and is very powerful when you hit the gas pedal. I think it was the best 740 they build. Today I hear horror stories about the new 7 series. Don't understand why BMW is having so much trouble building trouble-free cars. It might be that they are having trouble combining technology with BMW's engines and EPA's regulations. I own two BMW's and one Cherokee Jeep. Looking into maybe trading in my one beamer and the jeep for another X5 but the reviews are not that good. Oh well, just have to keep driving my 740
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Fun car to drive but it is no Lexus
jh, 05/05/2005
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
The BMW 740 is with out a doubt the best driving large sedan on the market. However, it suffers from serious flaws that one would not expect from a car that costs in excess ot $65,000. The on board computer dispay failed (the dealer said pixel burnout was common at about 3 years). I have a broken the cupholder and numerous climate control knobs fail. One door panel has had problems staying on as does the side panel. It seems to cost me 2-4 thousand dollars every time I see my dealer. I have probably had $5000 worth of suspension work done over the last 18 months. My previous car was a Mercedes S420 at about the same age had very few problems. Quite frankly the BMW has been a terrible car.
road trip heaven
driverdriver, 04/24/2005
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this car knowing I'd be making many trips from Jax to Tampa. 40,000 miles later, I still am in love. Yes it hurts to pay $53 to fill up right now, but two near miss situations (I avoided stupid drivers) are worth every single penny. I cannot imagine driving anything else.
BMW 750il
750il, 09/23/2002
2000 BMW 7 Series 750iL 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have just recently purchased a 750il. The performce and handling of the car is impecable. The car has ample amount of room for the passengers as well as trunk space. The only downfall of the car is its gas milage. I have been averaging 12-13 mpg. I am certanly going to to buy the new 760li when it arrives.
My ultimate driving machine
Stan, 04/04/2007
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car about a year ago and have really enjoyed every mile. I did have to replace the alternator, but other than that have had no major problems. The previous owner had problems mostly minor around 100,000. Everything is lovely now and now I just enjoy the ride.
The Ultimate Driving Machine
Alex, 05/13/2007
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've now owned this car for a little over a year and a half. Being that I needed a highway cruiser, this car was an excellent choice. Before buying these cars, find out if some of the common problems on your model have been addressed. Namely, the radiator and fan need to be replaced at around 60k-70k miles. The waterpump and thermostat need to be replaced at that time as well and as others have mentioned, the front suspension parts don't last too long. Don't forget though, this car weighs over 4,000 lbs! Driving this car will wear down the front suspension quickly. Expect to replace it every 50k miles or so. Also, the cupholder is flimsy, therefore I bought a wedge-type holder and it's great.
Ultimate Texas Driving Machine Update #2
raiderwes, 07/05/2009
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Rolled over 100,000 7/09. Just put new front brake pads/rotors ($650) & rear pads ($253), air mass meter ($1000), PCV valve ($500) & drive belts ($211). Car still runs well and drives great. There has been one other front end issue described as "rubber mounting" for $566. Gas mileage is about 24 hwy, 14 city. 16,000 mi between oil changes. Valve cover gaskets leaking on each side and hoses need replacing ($1000) and it has a leak at the timing chain cover ($$$). Replaced Kumhos after 30k mi with Micheline Pilot Sport+ ($$). Overall, however, a good experience. At this age, car will not depreciate very fast. There is a noise, however in the front end, that has gone undiagnosed by 3 dealers.
The best of the best for that year.
The best of the best for that year, 01/20/2016
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Good car love it.
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Ricks 2000 bmw 740i sport
Ricks 740i sport, 03/08/2010
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i have owned more than 10 cars and for some reason they all get played out and sold. i got offered a reasonable price but could not sell it. i owned it for 5 years now. performance love it, still looks better then the 745il models. drives fast with out realizing (bad in some cases). maintenance is not bad at you local mechanic (water pump & fan with belts tune up and other few thing ran about 1200, same price as my 2001 Honda prelude) and no time seeing my self getting rid of it.
Ultimate Texas Driving Machine - update
raiderwes, 01/21/2006
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've now had the car for 30K miles and nearly 3 years. I still love it. I bought the car as a certified used unit & during the BMW extended warranty, I've had a new radiator and water pump as well as two oil leaks. Each time the dealer has promptly repaired the car for a $50 co-pay. New brake pads were my cost ($$$). I replaced the OEM Contintal Contitracs with Kumho Ecsta's and am very pleased with the improved mileage & I can't tell any significant difference in handling, but the car is much quieter. I hope to drive this car another 60K miles. The extended warranty expires within a month or so and I may hedge my bets by buying another warranty, based on my experience with the 1993 740
Going back to japanese cars
milkman, 11/30/2010
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
i got this car oct.2009 my eyes lit up like a chris X tree.. then service engine light came on 4 times (each time i repaired the problem) it stopped on me out of state i had to have it towed to BMW (alternator)1 day on my way to BMW to buy an ex. key (radiator busted)on me. then the motor in the sunroof took a dump. the last straw was the engine light is on again and i can't pass the emission test.in the end i realize i just have a polished turd.previously i had an infiniti M45. love the car.(car accident)my next and last stop will be a lexus.
Major Repairs @ 79,000 Miles
Madra Dubh, 07/03/2008
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this well-cared-for car from a private owner in 2005. Car had 63,000 miles. After 3 years and 16,000 additional miles, both my alternator and water pump failed. Total bill, including hoses and thermostat was $2800 (labor, parts and 7% state sales tax!). Other minor problems over the past three years include peeled finish on the BMW hood emblem due to drive thru car wash brushes (about $15 to replace - a bargain!!) and I had broken clips on front plastic kidney grilles. Breakage may have been due to engine heat. Each grille costs about $60 to replace. Oh, yeah, just like so many other reviewers, my cup holder is broken too! Maybe it's time to sell.
Ultimate Texas Driving Machine update 2
raiderwes, 03/05/2009
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I still have the car at 97,000 miles. Replaced air mass meter, PCV valve and head gaskets at 93k mi ($$$). Replaced Kumho Ecsta tires at exactly 30k mi with Michelin Pilot Sport+ ($$).
It is Almost the Ultimate Driving Machin
Laverrone, 03/25/2003
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
As a previous owner of Japenese luxury vehicles, I thought it was about time to give BMW a try. One ride in a 740il as a passenger and driver was all it took. The 740il has it al. For a large (and I mean large)sedan, the 740 rides like no other vehicle. Super smooth, powerful engine, nearly perfect transmission and by far, the ultimate ride with extremely goo handling. Compared to Benz, Lexus, Infinity etc. nothing really compares. It's gorgeous inside and out but be prepared for big ticket maintenance costs. Nothing is cheap on a BMW!!
Luxury Luxury Luxury
Shorty, 10/29/2002
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is absolutely fun to drive. It handles extremely well. We had looked at the Lexus and Mercedes. The Lexus was more of a softer ride and the Mercedes was in the same ball park with the Beemer, but the cost was extremely more. Even if the Mercedes was priced around the same, we would have still went with the Beemer.
Fun driving big sedan
fmnoutcast, 05/03/2003
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my first BMW and so far in over a year it's been fairly reliable - the only problem was a battery that failed about 2 months ago. I expected a competent sedan - but realize every day that this is a performance sedan first, that also happens to be quite luxurious. I can't imagine having more fun driving four of my full sized friends in exceptional comfort...
740i SPORT Has it ALL
jason_740iSport, 01/17/2003
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After careful, detailed research for a high performance car that is safe and big enough for my family and 3 additional adult passengers - I decided on the 740i SPORT. The SPORT is the key to add the performance and fun to a great automobile. This car is better than I had hoped it would be. Extremely fun to drive (auto or manual), handles great, and extremely comfortable for long trips.
BMW 740iL
Link, 03/11/2002
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Nice Car
740i Sport
beemerb, 03/24/2008
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This has been an excellent vehicle to own! I wouldn't have it any other way, and I'm probably hooked on BMW for life! I plan on keeping my 740i sport for a long time, while I add new vehicles to my arsenal. I have had some problems with it however, the radiator did crack and cost me 1500 to get a new one. This was the only downfall it had, and I missed my car the whole time it was getting fixed. I hate the cupholders, but in every relationship there is one quality we don't like about out spouse, but loving those faults is what makes love in a relationship.
Luxury Rocket
Gonzo12, 09/08/2003
2000 BMW 7 Series 740i 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
One awesome car. Excellent sporty German ride quality. Powerful V8 engine. Feels incredibly solid.
Ultimate Driving Machine
kh, 09/17/2003
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It is certainly a great car. The handling is superb -- acceleration, steering, and braking. Its exterior design is beautiful -- far better than the new 745. The ride is comfortable, but you can "feel the road", unlike some other luxury cars which are cushiony. I highly recommend this car.
BMW Big back seat
BillT, 05/13/2002
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a great vehicle! The interior room is almost as big as a limo. The ride is fantastic and the power is awesome. This is a true sports car that seats 5 adults comfortably. I'm going to buy mine after leasing it for the past 36 months.
Legend
anonymous, 09/27/2023
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the second BMW I have owned in my lifetime, and just like the first one, I miss this car! My wife and I bought an old, beat up 740IL with the 4.4L V8 (M62) engine and automatic transmission. It had around 125000 miles and had a pretty rough life. It had a lot of things in it that were broken, but the car also was not very well taken care of. We had the valve cover gaskets replaced, spark plugs, and a leaky brake hose replaced. Other repairs it needed were control arms, a wheel bearing ,right steering knuckle, the transmission also had a leak at the output shaft seal, and the blower motor was starting to go bad. Also, just about every storage compartment was broken, one of the rear window regulators failed, the cassette player did not work, and the amplifier decided to blow so our stereo had a horrible static noise. I ended up pulling the fuse to the radio, and rode around with a little bluetooth speaker that sat perfectly underneath the radio. Problem solved! Despite having multiple issues (again, most of which were due to neglect) the car never let us sit in the time we owned it. This thing survived all of the abuse it was subjected to throughout the years, and we ended up admittedly adding to the car's abuse. This car took it like a champ, and if other cars were subjected to what this vehicle was, I don't think they would have held up in the same way. This old, beat up BMW still got 25 mpg on the highway and about 16 mpg around town on premium fuel. This car is a DREAM to drive, and puts other "nicer", newer vehicles to shame. I recently rode along while my sister was test driving an SUV from 2016 (I won't say the name) but let's just say I could not wait to go back into my 740! I felt almost sorry for the SUV maker, as it felt kind of embarrassing how much more solid our 23 year old BMW felt compared to this other vehicle, down to how the doors shut. Based on my experience, and what I have heard from others, this generation (E38) is generally reliable, but one major issue that they are notorious for is the plastic timing chain guards in the engines. My car did not have the issue (that I know of) but this is a problem that can cause catastrophic engine failure. If you are looking at one, I would recommend asking if the previous owner knows the state of that. BMW's have a reputation for being expensive to maintain and/or unreliable, but like any manufacturers, there are good ones and bad ones that roll out of the factory. You know what? ALL vehicles are expensive to maintain these days! Even if you do not know how to do your own work, build a reputation with a trustworthy service center and keep on top of the small things before they turn into big problems and you will be set! Yes, you will need to make sure you change your oil when it is due, and keep up with other maintenance items but every vehicle needs scheduled maintenance! Overall, given the condition the car was in while we owned it, I was blown away by how well it performed and how fun it was to drive. I wanted to keep this car and slowly fix it up over time, but our financial situation just could not accommodate it anymore and we needed the money. So in the end we ended up selling it at a loss. Had the car been better cared for (like we originally thought it was) the outcome would have been a lot different. I am looking forward to my next BMW in the future.
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the ultimate car
fww, 03/24/2002
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After test driving many luxary cars, there is no better car on the market than the bmw 740il... I have no complaints about this car. If your in the markrt to buy a luxury car do not waste your time looking at any other...
best car ever owned
mmmbmw, 07/09/2002
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is simply best vehicle I have ever owned. I plan to purchase at end of lease. I see why they hold their resale value. My residual is $45K. I shopped new vehicles at this price nothig compares even thosugh I have 52K miles on mine.
Dies ist ein großes Auto!
Ed in Atlanta, 01/05/2004
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This by far is the finest automobile I have ever owned. Bought it certified from the dealer. They have been great. This car is fast, quiet and a great handling vehicle. Maintenance items covered under warranty: New radiator, rain sensor, valve timing sensor. The regular maintenace items are in line with what a car this complex should cost.
High miles good value
Tony from Kansas cit, 01/15/2004
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
With 69K miles, I was not too concerned, since the car was extremely clean and new brakes and rotors. Since purchased, had to replace camshaft positioning sensor - $180 installed. Car was running poorly and engine light was on - fixed now. Moreover, had to replace front sway bar tie rod ends - $80.00 self installed. Car still running strong - next maintenance will be plugs, fluid changes.
Luxury feel with sports performance
mulliganville, 07/12/2002
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
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Over the past few weeks, I have test driven them all...from the MB S class to the Lexus and finally the BMW. Performance and handling wise, the BMW is unsurpassed. The Mercedes is a little more luxurious, but it felt "heavy" while the BMW just responded to whatever you asked it to do. The 740il delivers performance while bathing the owner with luxury. I agree with most that the nav. system could be improved upon...and they did it with the 2002 5 & 7 series. BMW is on top of their game and should be on top of your list as well. This is my 2nd BMW and will not be my last! Do yourself a favor...get one too!
Sport Pkg.
Steve Augusta, 07/31/2004
2000 BMW 7 Series 740iL 4dr Sedan
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I've owned hundreds of vehicles and by far BMW got it right on the money! If you like fast, quiet, smooth, rock solid rides, this one's for you. The ulitimate road trip machine!