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Originally posted by: gscone
That is not the sports package. SPorts package on the 7 series comes with M- Parellel rims and is slightly lower.
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perhaps its just the sports suspension then and i mis read it.
 
Originally posted by: gigapet
Originally posted by: gscone
That is not the sports package. SPorts package on the 7 series comes with M- Parellel rims and is slightly lower.
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perhaps its just the sports suspension then and i mis read it.
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Perhaps...all BMW's and most vendors with the optional Sports package have larger wheels and a firmer suspension.
 
i clicked on the wrong vote button 😱

nice car, gigapet. if it makes you happy, that's all that matters.
 
You only live once. But The 740 is expensive to maitain even if you have extended warranty. A brake job at the dealer cost around $1200-$1500. I have a 540 which has the same 4.4 V8 engine.
 
Originally posted by: V00DOO
You only live once. But The 740 is expensive to maitain even if you have extended warranty. A brake job at the dealer cost around $1200-$1500. I have a 540 which has the same 4.4 V8 engine.
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breaks and rotors were replaced before i took delivery 🙂
 
Originally posted by: Doggiedog
Originally posted by: dethman
Originally posted by: Doggiedog
I've got some 18" BMW rims. I'm still trying to figure out what to do with them.
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wtf happened to those things? look like they were in an explosion.
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My sister scratched that rim a bit but I also think its visual effects from the flash and the rain on the tires.
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LOL, you can see the chips all the way around. Although im not surprised those rims were fvcked up by a woman driver.
 
IMHO it's a great car that needs bigger BMW wheels with low pro rubber to really set it off.

Those low end rims and high sided tires look weak on such a nice car.
 
It's a nice car, but damn, it's almost 6 years old. Asking for trouble if you ask me, especially with all the geegaws and gizmos that thing has.
 
MB and BMW are notorious for the electronics fizzling out after 4-5 years. Not to mention high prices on regular maintance. My friend has a S430 and it was nothing but problems. Al least you have the warranty. Also, you can't make this entire thread and NOT tell us what you paid! Ballpark it at least!
 
Ok. The seats look boxy and uncomfortable, and I don't like the look of them very much. I still like the car though. And I was wondering (and I assume) the seats are pretty comfortable, even though they have a boxy look?
 
Originally posted by: 79Blazer
Ok. The seats look boxy and uncomfortable, and I don't like the look of them very much. I still like the car though. And I was wondering (and I assume) the seats are pretty comfortable, even though they have a boxy look?
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i can easily fall asleep in the seets. Its a dream to drive. Go test drive one.

I am a big guy too. 6-3 240lbs

i cant find an uncomfortable position to sit in.
 
Originally posted by: gigapet
Originally posted by: 79Blazer
Ok. The seats look boxy and uncomfortable, and I don't like the look of them very much. I still like the car though. And I was wondering (and I assume) the seats are pretty comfortable, even though they have a boxy look?
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i can easily fall asleep in the seets. Its a dream to drive. Go test drive one.

I am a big guy too. 6-3 240lbs

i cant find an uncomfortable position to sit in.
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Big. Yeah. I've got that problem. Accept 6'10" 320Lbs. My mustangs I barely fit in, and my Lincoln is WAY too comfortable.
 
Originally posted by: gigapet
Originally posted by: DivideBYZero
IMHO it's a great car that needs bigger BMW wheels with low pro rubber to really set it off.

Those low end rims and high sided tires look weak on such a nice car.
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I couldnt agreee more.

I want to put these rims on there.

http://www.bmwusa.com/BMW2003/Templates...9884-C3BB83685E9C%7d&NRCACHEHINT=Guest
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I liked this. The 6 series double-spoke option wheel.

But anything ohter than those things they used to put on the 1990 535 sport!!
 
Originally posted by: cmp1223
MB and BMW are notorious for the electronics fizzling out after 4-5 years. Not to mention high prices on regular maintance. My friend has a S430 and it was nothing but problems. Al least you have the warranty. Also, you can't make this entire thread and NOT tell us what you paid! Ballpark it at least!
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People only remember the horror stories.
 
Based on the price Edmunds lists, you probably paid about what you'd pay for a new Civic, so that doesn't seem too unreasonable. Of course, it is 5-6 years old.
 
Originally posted by: DivideBYZero
Originally posted by: gigapet
Originally posted by: DivideBYZero
IMHO it's a great car that needs bigger BMW wheels with low pro rubber to really set it off.

Those low end rims and high sided tires look weak on such a nice car.
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I couldnt agreee more.

I want to put these rims on there.

http://www.bmwusa.com/BMW2003/Templates...9884-C3BB83685E9C%7d&NRCACHEHINT=Guest
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I liked this. The 6 series double-spoke option wheel.

But anything ohter than those things they used to put on the 1990 535 sport!!
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My plan is to keep the crappy ones for the winter and get good ones for the summer.
 
Originally posted by: gigapet
Originally posted by: cmp1223
MB and BMW are notorious for the electronics fizzling out after 4-5 years. Not to mention high prices on regular maintance. My friend has a S430 and it was nothing but problems. Al least you have the warranty. Also, you can't make this entire thread and NOT tell us what you paid! Ballpark it at least!
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People only remember the horror stories.
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The 740 V8 engine is very reliable. Here is a list of common problems:

Dead instrment cluster pixel .
Catalytic converters failing
Power steering hoses leaking
Cup holders failing
Radiator failures. Plastic neck breaking
Original Water pumps with plastic impellers failing
thermostat failing


 
Originally posted by: V00DOO
Originally posted by: gigapet
Originally posted by: cmp1223
MB and BMW are notorious for the electronics fizzling out after 4-5 years. Not to mention high prices on regular maintance. My friend has a S430 and it was nothing but problems. Al least you have the warranty. Also, you can't make this entire thread and NOT tell us what you paid! Ballpark it at least!
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People only remember the horror stories.
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The 740 V8 engine is very reliable. Here is a list of common problems:

Dead instrment cluster pixel .
Catalytic converters failing
Power steering hoses leaking
Cup holders failing
Radiator failures. Plastic neck breaking
Original Water pumps with plastic impellers failing
thermostat failing
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Bolded are common problems with ANY car.
 
Originally posted by: V00DOO
Originally posted by: gigapet
Originally posted by: cmp1223
MB and BMW are notorious for the electronics fizzling out after 4-5 years. Not to mention high prices on regular maintance. My friend has a S430 and it was nothing but problems. Al least you have the warranty. Also, you can't make this entire thread and NOT tell us what you paid! Ballpark it at least!
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People only remember the horror stories.
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The 740 V8 engine is very reliable. Here is a list of common problems:

Dead instrment cluster pixel .
Catalytic converters failing
Power steering hoses leaking
Cup holders failing
Radiator failures. Plastic neck breaking
Original Water pumps with plastic impellers failing
thermostat failing
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I have been reading "user" reviews on bimmers for several different models off and on and 1 common rant is the cup holders. I find that very funny...
 
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