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R Felts, 10/07/2018
updated 10/24/2022
2009 BMW 7 Series 750i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
24 of 24 people found this review helpful
Now have 88k miles, bought at 58k (see previous review). Over the last 3 1/2 years this car has had about 10k in repairs. Fortunately I had an extended warranty that covered everything -- a couple of major oil leaks (3700) , satellite radio receiver (1700) and 3 more leaks (oil block, turbo housing and radiator - 4700). Supposedly everything has been fixed! The car is now over 9 years old, still drives well. It looks almost new, styling still looks current, and paint and interior are holding up remarkably. I keep it waxed & have done my own leather treatment twice. I also updated the nav software. As for the much posted oil and battery problems, I've had none. Burns no oil and I keep the battery charged occasionally with a Battery Tender. Battery is about5 years old now. This car has the dynamic sway control and 4 wheel steering, and when I test drove some newer 7 series and 5 series models, they did not handle near as well as this old 750, so I'll be keeping it. Hopefully nothing else will require repair, but whatever, it's better than 100k for a new one. This early model 2009 had air shocks in the rear, and IMO they are not as good as regular adaptive ride shocks. Sometimes they give a rather bumpy ride, but it could also be the sorry run-flat tires (Goodyear Excellence). Finally traded this car on a 2018 after I had a bad alternator ($2300) a cracked windshield (not repaired) and a sunroof switch malfunction (not fixed). Unfortunately I had just put a new set of tires on it. Got only 7k for tradein. Then today I was told that after owning it only 2 months, my "new" 2018 was due for an oil change, air filter and brake fluid change & it was going to cost me almost 600. WTF is wrong with BMW? 180 for an oil change? 170 for a filter? I wish I had bought a Camry or Acura.. Now car is over 10 years old, with about 85k miles (Previous mileage above was incorrect). Since my last entry, my extended warranty expired and I had to do $3500 worth of repair work at my expense. This included a new radiator, new hoses and a couple of preventative things that I don't recall. I've been operating on the principle that unless the cost of repair work is absolutely prohibitive, I'll continue to have repair work done and keep the car. As I said before, I've driven a couple of the newer ones and don't believe they drive as well as my car does. One correction to my comments above — the car does not have air shocks — but it does not have adaptive shocks either, so I'm guessing they're just regular dynamic dampers. I've kept the car because buying a new lesser car, Like a Honda or a Camry, would be a severe step down in my opinion. I've come close to trading on a 2016 BMW 750 a couple of times, primarily for more horsepower, but the money the dealership wanted for them was frankly out of my price range— plus as you may know, a certified BMWs have some pretty important things that are not covered, and a BMW extended warranty cost a lot of money. This car still burns no oil, cruises as fast as I want to go without breaking a sweat, has an interior that is pretty much new looking, has a great paint job because it's been garaged, and is so smooth-running, it's really hard to believe it's a V-8. One of these days I suppose it'll break and cost a lot of money for repairs. At that point I'll probably part it out and say goodbye to one of the best cars I've ever owned..
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BMW builds another fantastic 7 Series!
Tcjenn, 07/05/2010
2009 BMW 7 Series 750Li 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
33 of 34 people found this review helpful
I have owned four BMW 7 series. 1991, 95, 2006' and 2009. This newest one, 2009 750Li is a fantastic automobile. The upgrade in power from a normally aspirated 360 hp v8 to the new twin turbo charged v8 is great. I can really feel the difference. I like the heads up display. I like all of the new features like the lane departure warning, the blind spot avoidance, the lane change vibration steering wheel , the continued excellent leather used, the continued excellent standard of the industry BMW seats.
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"Without a doubt the best car yet"
BROGERS, 09/21/2009
2009 BMW 7 Series 750Li 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased my second 750Li after owning a BMW '07 Li. My first ride was unbelievable. Fast, comfortable, easy to handle, idrive more friendly, head up option and nav system 100% better, so quiet you have to check the tach to know it running, and 0-60 time is really true. This beast is a sports car feel in a limo body. Nothing compares with it. Mercedes can't hold a candle to the 750Li. I've owned both.
Don't Do It
Chas. Michael, 08/18/2018
updated 09/03/2024
2009 BMW 7 Series 750i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
Powerful luxuary vehicle, but too expensive to own and N63 engine unreliable. Had over $60,000 in repairs so ended up getting rid of it when drivetrain came back again and car wouldn't stay in park.
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2009 BMW 750i
Robert Felts, 08/07/2015
updated 03/24/2016
2009 BMW 7 Series 750i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
16 of 18 people found this review helpful
Gas mileage is poor in town, more like 13 than 15. Hi-way mileage is ok, averaging about 21.5 mpg. About 16.3 combined. Car is a fantastic machine and a true pleasure to drive - acceleration. anti-sway, steering control and ability to cruise comfortably at high speed are all phenomenal. Accessories are second to none. I had a 2009 E550 before this, and IMO it was inferior to this 750i. Maybe the best car I've ever owned -- except for a 2003 Honda V-6 that was an engineering marvel engine-wise. I know potential maintenance costs could kill me down the road, but this car was pretty much gone through by the dealer before purchase, so hopefully it'll be a while before repairs start. Short story? The Ultimate Driving Machine, hands-down. I love it. Update 6500 miles and 8 months later: Car continues to be maintenance free, runs like a charm; fast, comfortable, zero problems so far. 22.8 mpg on a recent 500 mile trip averaging over 70mph. Still the ultimate cruising auto, but unfortunately attracts police at 90.
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Great car.
Thomas, 06/25/2016
2009 BMW 7 Series 750Li 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
My third BMW, and by far the best thus far. I have had the car for 7 years now and besides tires, I have spent less than $2,000 on the car. I am disappointed they discontinued the BMW Assist program for 2009-2013 cars, a big mistake on their part. This includes SOS and Google Maps forwarding directions. That said, it is likely they may continue it at some point. Run-flats are terrible driving tires, so I replaced those as soon as they wore out with normal ties--drove materially better. I am selling my car next week to buy another one, a new model. I highly recommend the car.
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European Delivery
HappyBeemerHeads, 12/21/2009
2009 BMW 7 Series 750i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Took European Delivery in August for four weeks. Fantastic car on the autobahns of Central Europe. When we had a chance, it cruised effortlessly at 120 mph, and felt fine when we found a section of road where 140 was safe. Unfortunately, never got a chance to get to the limiter. Only knock is that it was too big to park in much of Europe. Back home, it is smooth as silk, and worth every outrageous penny.
Beauty and the Beast
Chas, 04/08/2009
2009 BMW 7 Series 750i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The beauty is on the outside, the beast is under the hood. I've been waiting for this car to hit the ground since they announced the new model. I thought I have to drive it before I make a decision on what car to purchase next. I thought it couldn't be much more fun to drive than my 07 550I. I was wrong. At low/normal speeds this car is as smooth as silk and a very quite ride. Drop it into sport mode and nail it, and you have a full blown sport sedan that's not only faster than the 550 but handles just as well. Needless to say, I traded the 550 that same day and drove off in the 09 750I. I drove all of the competitors offerings, A8, S550, E550. No comparison. Very solid. Sport option a must.
Interior Design Needs Major Improvement
bmwenthusiast, 10/07/2009
2009 BMW 7 Series 750Li 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I've leased a 7 series for over the past 12 years. Ranging from the '03 to '07, to now '09 model. The drive is excellent as it always has been throughout the years. It is fast, comfortable, sleek and a pleasure to drive. However, the interior design has been a huge disappointment. The little space that was already in the earlier 7's is gone. The only item you can place at the dash now is a pen let alone the only place my phone can sit is the cup holder. For a business man, this inconvenience makes day-to-day travel to meetings a hassle. So much to the effect where I have even considered that when my lease ends switching to another make who has planned the interior with more practicality.
09 750LI not a dependable car
Bimmerman, 09/18/2009
2009 BMW 7 Series 750Li 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 12 people found this review helpful
I purchased a brand new 09 750LI with all the possible options about three weeks ago. Since then I've been visiting the dealership twice a week. First after a day I had a leaking power steering hose. Then the hood hinge got loose and my hood in one corner was sticking up by about an inch then some air vent pipe got loose and was rattling like a broken muffler now the biggest problem that just came up after about 1500 miles is the TRANSMISSION!!! I have a loud transmission sound like you have in a 10 year old Dodge minivan with 100k miles on it. This is my 4th BMW and its the only one with those type of problems. My advice is Watch OUT!!!
2009 7-series impression
steverobin, 05/15/2009
2009 BMW 7 Series 750Li 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I recently drove the 2009 750iL. I have had several 750iLs and currently own a 2006 750iL. The current car is masculine and sleek, on the outside and quite comfortable in the inside. I like the heads up display and the lane change indicator. The car is powerful and responsive in the BMW tradition. I noticed that the dash was covered with a light color leather and it reflected onto the windshield. This is dangerous. I also noticed a wind noise at the driver's window. This is something my current 750iL does not have. I was not impressed with a $1000 guzzler tax and a drop in gas mileage. This was poor planning.
The Full Package
RJ Salm, 07/06/2009
2009 BMW 7 Series 750i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've only had the car for 2 weeks but this is the most amazing vehicle I've ever driven. This car is ridiculously quick, far faster than a luxury sedan has the right to be. It must be conservatively rated at 5.1 seconds to 60 as it certainly feels much faster. That's saying something as I'm coming out of a tuned 2006 Carrera S. It's a large car that apparently doesn't realize its own size, with the 4 wheel steering and adaptive steering it turns on a dime. The optional sound system is excellent (although a 6 disc player is a waste of space in the dash when you already have a 12 gig hard drive and iPod adapter). Brakes feel grabby when in sport mode, likely the tranny dropping into 1st.
Land yacht
Robert Merrill, 10/06/2016
updated 10/06/2020
2009 BMW 7 Series 750Li 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car gets great mileage on highway but not so much in town driving. It is quiet and comfortable. BMW has to push start/stop button twice to switch off. First with foot on brake then second time with foot off brake. Battery will only last six months. CPU lasted to 30,000 miles. Engine had top half redone under warranty still did not stop using oil. Sold car with 46,000 miles as I’d had enough
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2009 BMW 750i Beautiful Beast
MarkyD007, 10/05/2019
2009 BMW 7 Series 750i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've owned many cars; S class Mercedes you name it but absolutely nothing rides like a 2009 750i. The torque is sensational! Especially driving slalom or uphill. I've chased down motorcycles in this car. Over 87,000 miles without a single problem. Its a natural M Class. Truly the Ultimate Driving Machine!
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Ultimate Driving Machine
Riaz, 04/18/2009
2009 BMW 7 Series 750i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Without a doubt this car fits bmw's punch line "the ultimate driving machine"; this is a real drivers car that can be customized to suit your mood; sitting inside makes you feel like you are flying first class and fly you do in this car in sport plus mode; the technology is also amazing with blind spot detection, lane assist, night vision to name a few of the new things.
The Best Drive Ever
Jim, 04/29/2009
2009 BMW 7 Series 750Li 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned BMWs before and Lexus. This new BMW 750li is sweet. The overhead view speed literally in the windshield etc...is amazing. The I Drive is very easy to use.
Putting my new 750i through its paces
knowbody, 09/08/2009
2009 BMW 7 Series 750i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I stepped up from a 2006 530i and must say the new 750i has noticeably more power and acceleration. It is extremely quiet at all speeds (I sometimes have to look at the tachometer to make sure the engine is running). I haven't put it completely through its paces yet, but accelerating onto the highway is no effort. I guess with 0-60 in 5.2 seconds I shouldn't be surprised. I love the electronics and find the iDrive much easier to use than my 530i. This vehicle is rock solid and top quality.