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Should I buy a 2011 BMW 740i??

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Old 03-21-15, 03:10 PM
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forgot to add that i limited to search to V8s only. so there maybe even better deals out their on I6 and V6 models.
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Originally Posted by gymratter
forgot to add that i limited to search to V8s only. so there maybe even better deals out their on I6 and V6 models.
BMW doesn't make v6's only i6's
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Old 03-21-15, 05:31 PM
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Originally Posted by doge
BMW doesn't make v6's only i6's
no way, you don't say. where did i say BMW makes V6s?

i guess you missed the ads with all the MB. and last time i checked MB does make V6s
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Old 03-22-15, 01:13 AM
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Ive taken the car as a demo until monday to decide if its really something I want to commit to. Its a beautiful car, some minor details need fixing (rear sunshade won't go down, Glovebox won't stay closed, Paint rubbed off on climate control) but overall its a solid car I'm going to continue doing forum research and my own inspections but so far i like it because I haven't found a non warranty covered reason not to I'm still in the Lexus family with my GS I just want to replace the GSh
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Old 03-22-15, 07:16 AM
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Did you see the post with cheaper and less milage bimmers? Dod u run the carfax? Anything stood out?

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Ive taken the car as a demo until monday to decide if its really something I want to commit to. Its a beautiful car, some minor details need fixing (rear sunshade won't go down, Glovebox won't stay closed, Paint rubbed off on climate control) but overall its a solid car I'm going to continue doing forum research and my own inspections but so far i like it because I haven't found a non warranty covered reason not to I'm still in the Lexus family with my GS I just want to replace the GSh
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Old 03-22-15, 12:28 PM
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Yes I say the post with the other cars.. My deal was better because it's $25k tax, tag, title and all fees out the door. Ran carfax 2 owners and service done every 10-15k miles. Has 4 brand new Pirelli tires too
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This car is much longer then I thought.. The iL must be a limo
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A couple deep scratches on this corner of the rear bumper with a couple of small cosmetic impurities like paint rubbed off of climate control buttons/Engine start button/iDrive **** and the rear sunshade is stuck in the up position. Other then that.. The car is solid
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Old 03-22-15, 12:38 PM
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If I didn't know better at first glance it looks like a 5 series
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Lookit here. The srcond car has 36,000 miles asking $23,900, say you negotiate to $23,999 + 7% tax(example) + title, reg $200 = $24,800


Why would you not buy a Bimer with less miles???
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Originally Posted by FastTags
Lookit here. The srcond car has 36,000 miles asking $23,900, say you negotiate to $23,999 + 7% tax(example) + title, reg $200 = $24,800


Why would you not buy a Bimer with less miles???
Because the search was exclusive to German v8 motors none of which are in the 7Series. I wouldn't go from a GS to a old model 5 Series, CLS, E class or SL. Yes they all are cheaper with less miles but none compare to the 7 in my opinion. I have my 2013 GS I don't want to DOWNgrade from the 07' GSh im seeking a UPgrade just don't really care to break the bank for it. My wife will probably Lease the new RX if she likes it or goto a ML Class after having this for awhile if we buy it. Still haven't found any other issues besides HPFP and battery discharging so far.. Keep it coming guys I need more opinions anybody have a F01/F02 that can chime in?

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Old 03-22-15, 02:42 PM
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You right, i did a quick search and found 77k 740i around $28k and up!
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Old 03-22-15, 03:00 PM
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I have 5 BMWs. Stay away from the 7 series (E38+).
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Originally Posted by Zfrog
I have 5 BMWs. Stay away from the 7 series (E38+).
I have heard horror stories of the E38 but F01/F02 has been out for 6 years and doesn't seem to have too bad of a reputation apart from minor electrical issues
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this car has almost 100k on it. anyone with common sense would run. i feel that no matter what anyone of us say you already have your mind made up. with that said, good luck.
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