https://carsandbids.com/auctions/30nPpqEP/1997-bmw-750il 1997 BMW 750iL V12 Power, Long-Wheelbase E38, Navarra Violet Metallic Exterior (43) Interior (39) All Photos (100) Time Left46:57 High Bid$4,150 Bids11 Comments19 Ending July 8th at 7:38 PM Show me the Carfax Make BMW Model 750iL Mileage 162,900 VIN WBAGK2320VDH67901 Title Status Clean (MI) Location Ann Arbor, MI 48103 Seller r100schase Engine 5.4L V12 Drivetrain Rear-wheel drive Transmission Automatic (5-Speed) Body Style Sedan Exterior Color Navarra Violet Metallic Interior Color Lavender Grey Seller Type Private Party Doug's Take The E38 7 Series is an absolutely gorgeous sedan, and it's especially impressive with the powerful (and relatively reliable) 5.4-liter V12 engine. This particular example is finished in beautiful Navarra Violet metallic, and it touts some great factory equipment, like a set of attractive 16-inch BMW Style 4 wheels, heated front and rear seats, and xenon headlights. It's also mostly unmodified – and it boasts some recent reported service and a clean, accident-free Carfax report. Plus, it's offered with the added excitement of no reserve. Highlights THIS… is a 1997 BMW 750iL, finished in Navarra Violet Metallic with a Lavender Grey interior. This 750iL is a Canadian-market example that was originally purchased in Ontario, Canada, and later imported into the United States in 1998. The attached Carfax vehicle history report contains a gap from 1998 to 2001, though it shows no accidents or mileage discrepancies for the given time period. According to the build sheet provided in the gallery, factory equipment includes 16-inch alloy wheels, self-leveling rear suspension, xenon headlights, Dynamic Stability Control, insulated dual-pane window glass, leather upholstery, a HiFi sound system, and more as detailed below. Modifications mentioned by the seller are limited to an "E65" fan clutch and a set of factory E38 "face lift" chrome headlight housings. Sold from 1995 to 2001, the third-generation 7 Series (called E38 internally) retired as BMW's best-selling flagship sedan to date. Short- and long-wheelbase variants of the E38 were offered, but the V12-powered 750iL was only available in the latter configuration. BMW charged $91,100 for the 750iL in 1997, which represents about $167,370 in 2022. Power comes from a 5.4-liter V12, rated at 322 horsepower and 361 lb-ft of torque. It spins the rear wheels via a 5-speed automatic transmission. Equipment A build sheet is provided in the photo gallery, and a partial list of notable equipment includes: Dynamic Stability Control Self-leveling rear suspension 16-inch BMW Style 4 alloy wheels Xenon headlights Fog lights Insulated dual-pane window glass Soft-close trunk Leather upholstery Fine wood trim 16-way power-adjustable front heated comfort seats with driver's side memory function Heated and power-adjustable rear seats Automatic climate control HiFi sound system Professional DSP Modifications BMW "E65" fan clutch Factory "face lift" chrome headlight housings Known Flaws Stone chips on the forward-facing surfaces Exterior unpainted plastic trim shows some fading A ding in the passenger's rear door Scratches on the wheels Creases and wear on driver's seat and seat plastic Wear on the gear selector Cracks in the wood trim Sagging headliner material Rust visible on the underside mounting hardware Recent Service History Service documentation in the photo gallery indicates that the following maintenance has been performed: February 2022 (161,736 miles): NGK spark plugs, fuel filter and clamps, accessory belts, and wiper blades replaced The seller reports that the following services have been performed: Intake boots and control arms replaced "E65" fan clutch installed New battery installed Engine oil and filter changed Coolant flushed Other Items Included in Sale 2 keys, 1 valet and 1 plastic key Owner's manuals First aid kit Rubber floor mats Some spare parts Ownership History The seller states that he purchased this 750iL in 2018, but did not title it until March 2021.
Opino igual, es curioso como ha cambiado el tema en 25 años, entonces una de las mejores berlinas de representación de la época tan elegante y discreta con todo un V12 bajo el capot, llanta 16 y escapes ocultos, mientras que ahora cualquier carropolos tricilíndrico lleva mínimo llantas de 20, doble salida de escapes, fake por supuesto y cromados plasticosos a tutiplen...
Es que no me entra en la cabeza que en berlinas de super-confort metan llantas de 20''. Imagino que habrán configurado la suspensión, silentblocks (o lo que lleven ahora), etc para minimizar la leche que mete una llanta de ese tamaño con cualquier irregularidad, pero aun así lo veo ilógico.
