BMW DURABILTY

how much is the question. is it worth the $2k-$3k youre about to put into it for the high miles maintenance youre about to do if you get it

Chase makes a very blunt comment. The durability of the car really depends on how well it has been maintained over the years and what sort of driver has been using it. However, whenever planning on buying a car in that sort of bracket you need to factor in, just in case, about $2k for repairs that the dealer may recomend having done. My $0.02...

I have owned 9 BMWs and two of them are 740iL(e38). I must say they are all only good for 120,000km and this has nothing to do with the level of maintenance you put in. The $3-4k annual repair cost is a real understatement for the 7 series cars. They are extremely consistent in what would break down and at what mileages, if that is any consolation.

Vince you have clearly been taking the car to BMW service centres every time the car has a problem which is a big fault. Once a car no longer has a factory warranty on it, it is a waste of money bringing it back to the dealer. One thing I can say is that they DEFINETLY do more than 80,000 miles in their life time. My cousin has had 3 (1997, 2000, 2006) all had 170k on them before he got rid of them. (He was living 50 miles from his work place when he bought the '97).

Of course my 740iL will last for another 80-120k km, since it has got new radiator, alternator, heat valve, valley seal, various suspension arms/bushings, minor rust repairs (in Canada they use salt on the pavement), and a rebuilt transmission! As long as I "keep up" with the "maintenance", I am sure all BMWs can last indefinitely - it is really a judgement call whether you want to spend the money this way or on a far less expensive to maintain Lexus LS series and be bored to death. I use independent ex-BMW trained mechanics who have ECU diagnosing/programming abilities (Autologics equipment) to keep repair costs reasonably fair.

I would strongly recommend it.. Definitely worth the buy.. I bought one with 103754 on it and i drove another 100000 miles no problems... its going strong as a stallion! but before buying check the gear transmission.. make sure its lubricated and the oil changer frequently.

Any car well maintained will last into that range. Any car your considering purchasing with mileage needs to be checked by an unbiased mechanic with a trained eye. American cars with faults are esily repaired but European car maintenance can be costly if not caught early enough. CarFax's are a good indicator of the car's history but should not be the determining factor by no means. However, purchasing any used vehicle should be complemented with a full warranty for at least two years to cover any possible oversights by the mechanic and/or buyer.

You buy these used cars(BMWs, MBs..) not because they are reliable or will last forever, you buy them because you are getting a very good car(brand, safety, luxury and other high end options) for your money. Example: 06 BMW 750iL costs close to $80,000 brand new...a few yrs later the same car can be bought for $15k- $20k. Think of it like this..you are buying a world class super luxurious car(but used) for $25k. Yes, just like any other high-end or low-end cars these cars will have problems. If you are a smart guy you would find a good mechanic who works on high end cars(BMWs, MBs..) and get it repaired there. I will NEVER buy a brand new Honda, Toyota, Nissan....for $25k - $35k when I can get a world class car(used, of course) for the same price. To me buying an used high-end car makes more sense to me.

Be aware that you're going to have to look into new O2 sensors, belts (depending on the year), filters, water pumps, etc..after 100k miles is when they do a lot of replacements.

I have recently purchased a 2015 BMW 740i. The original owner ran into the back of another car when it had 1200 miles on it. only bolt on parts had to be replaced and the local dealer gave it a thumbs up after the repair was complete. The owner of the body shop where it was repaired drove it for 5300 miles so I am buying a $94,000 car for $38,900 which seems to be in mint condition with 6500 miles on it I appreciate being able to read about other customers repair experiences as I have no warranty at all.

Its sad that most of the time we go to a dealer for an oil change and repairs because they are more reliable. But sometimes they dont do what they supposed to do ..

How much does it cost to repair or replace a transmission in a 745li bmw?

BMW's are sht cars after 50k miles. Great cars up until then. I've owned 3 of them a coupe, sedan and suv. They all started giving serious problems the closer I got to 100k on mileage. Fortunate for me, I aslo owned a Lexus which was truly a durable car that never any serious issues, like nothing. I see my friends now with 750Li's in and out of the repair shops... Truth be told!!!!!!!!

My 2006 750Li - 250K miles plus

I have a 2011 750LI with 164K miles on it. It is very expensive to maintain. My oil pan cracked and they want $3.2K to repair. I had a bushing fail also. Overall very happy. Same suspension. The only issues I hate about the car is the run flat tires. Living in New England with pot holes everywhere, it is almost impossible to ignore. I go through 1.5 tires on average per year because of pothole damage.

My previous 635 coupe lasted 340 000km!!! I now have an X% 2006 with 190,000 k and running smooth.

I would actually watch out for BMWs between 50K and 100K. After 100K most things will have already been replaced. All depends on who had it between 50 to 100 and did they replace things as they broke and did they use quality parts.

I have a 2011 750LI with 96,000 miles now. It has had to have several minor repairs such as AC, seal, power seat motor and more. The last one was a seal as it had a small oil leak and it cost almost $7,000.00 to replace apparently they had to take the entire engine down to do it but my extended warranty covered it - BMW extended warranties I have found pay for thing very well without hassles of any kind FYI. I would not buy a used BMW or any high end car unless you can add an extended warranty at purchase or have enough income a significant repair is not a killer. Even small repairs on these kinds of cars are expensive. However, if you buy one used you can get a $90,000.00 wonderful car with 75-80,000 miles for probably $20k. So its a trade off if you can afford a repair if it happens great but if you live on limited repairs budget I would not think it would be to wise. They do drive grand and are a joy but you pay for this in repairs if something goes wrong.

I've owned 3 bmw's and have a 750li now. needless to say it just hit 69,000 miles and the transmission is out. After looking online it appears this is very common. I had a 93 740 series and the tranny had no issues but had to replace the radiator and water pump every 50,000 miles. Amazing considering the cost of the car new, planned obsolence at it's best! will never buy another one.

Does Purchasing 750Li with 65k+ miles and with BMW warranty, a good choice for covering repair charges under warranty ?

I had a 2015 BMW 750i and it only had 18K miles. I think people forgot to warn you on here of the electronic gremlins that plague BMWs in general. Warranty or not, the thing has been to the dealer for issues that were both mechanical and electronic more times than I can count. Left me at airport parking lot with a no start. had taken to dealer and problem was "fixed" then a month later afyter pumping gas and going back to car, no start issue. just things like that. The car was nothing but a huge hassle, even if covered dunder warranty you still have to go messing around wasting time at dealer, bothering with a loaner playing phone games with service advisor and then when you pick your car up having that doubt in your mind if the car is good for a long trip or if it will leave you stranded. Finally got rid of the car at 24K miles. Ended up getting a 2016 LS 460L. No problems at all. It has been a pleasure to drive, drove it over 3000 miles in one trip with not even a hiccup. The seats are more comfortable than BMW and I would say the ride is smoother. You feel more luxury in the LS, more quiet than 7 series for sure. The main thing is that you have that piece of mind knowing that it will likely be problem free and even free of major issues until at least 120K then you may have to replace something like a hose or relay of some kind as a preventative, but as far as having catastrophic failure or leaving you stranded lingering over your head like a BMW its not going to happen with a Lexus. Its mainly inconvenience if something goes wrong, but nothing to make car stop running. Already have 38K miles on the LS and only had oil changed, no endless shop time like the 7 series. So far I am completely sold on Lexus, and that is coming from a former BMW fan.

I have a 740i 2015 bmw. Right after i got it, the a/c went out - a big deal in Texas. It was fixed at at the dealer. Since then after 3 year and 30,000 miles,i have had no problems at all. I much prefer the drive to other vehicles (Lexus, Mercedes etc.). And other then the initial problem , the car has been bullet proof

My mai concern is going to be timing chains. Otherwise should be okay. And to the guy who talk low about Lexus...I owned a 2012 IS350 and loved it. Toyota Lexus Scion might be cheaper but they will outlast any other make. And my lexus cost me $24k with 54k on it and with AWD and 308 HP it was the best car I ever had.

Ive owned 2, a 2008 328i which my daughter still drives, at 407000 miles, running well. And a 2001 740 iL that has cost a little money from time to time, but still with 200k mikes, runs better, has a nicer rude, than 90% of the new shit you buy. Comparing a BMW 6 or 7 series to a lexus or infinity or acura us like Comparing macaroni to lobster. If you love the way the beemers drive, get a good mechanic and try to spend wisely, and enjoy.

I bought mine with like 130k, best ride Ive ever owned. Incredible car. Maybe just luck with 2001 model.

2007 328 120000 miles, buy a scan tool Carly for BMW. Ie any light in your dash cost $180 at BMW to figure out what’s wrong, the scan tool (obd tool) tell you what’s wrong for free after the $65 purchase price. Car is awesome drives nicer then my 2017 Volvo s90 no body roll excellent drive. Run flats stink and are expensive. Starter at 120,000 brakes every 35k, suspension still tight, great car but the prior maintenance history is huge. Garbage in garbage out, get a good independent mechanic the dealer is a thief, also google bmw value service, those deals are okay, car is awesome but at 13 yrs old she is lending sale just to upgrade the look and to buy an adult bigger car

Have owned BMW's since '94. Currently own 3; 2001 740iL (170,000 miles); 2003 745Li (242,000 miles); 2009 750 Li (203,000 miles). Of the 3, I'm least happy with the '09 (it has no oil dipstick and no spare tire; just sheer arrogance in my opinion). I also own a 2001 S500 (243,000 miles) and a 2009 S550 (169,000 miles). I love them all and as you can probably tell, I do a lit of driving (Uber/Lyft). The cars are very well made , Bs usually the previous owner Wii have taken good care of them before getting rid of them (after all, each of these cars cost anywhere from $70,00 -$120,000 when they were new). They are sometimes complicated, but they are all still machinery; meaning you can do some of the maintenance yourself if you are mechanically inclined. Each of my cars had over 100,000 miles when I bought them. I am not certified mechanic but I've been working on my own cars for a very long time. Because of the sophistication of some of the things on these cars, you may have to deal with computers, but again at the end of the day, most of the repairs will be mechanical in nature, meaning a part needs to be replaced. There are a wealth of self help videos online to walk you through step by step how to do the mechanical work. Where the challenges come into play is when a computer malfunctions. Then you will have to go to a dealership or service center. The bottom line for me is that they are great cars; luxurious, well made and fun to drive. Know what you're getting yourself into. For me, the benefits of owning them far outweigh the cost; thus I prefer them over anything else. To me Mercedes builds a slighter better car than BMW and the difference is not by much.

Anyone buying cars in this class for the first time need to know, you are getting a precision performance machine. When in excellent shape, when maintained properly, they are world class. This goes for BMW, Audi, MB. That said, you’re not getting something as simple as a Camry or Accord where you just change the oil, fuel up and go. Do all of your research first on all interval services 20k- 40k....100k. Those can be pricey. Just know if you start skipping those, it can cost a fortune to back track and get those all taken care of. Think of skipping one as starting a domino effect. Not all of those services are insane in price. But do research them and find out if it fits your budget. Some of these cars have $94- $500 oil changes. If hearing that makes you weak in the knees, stick to your Camry. Also, even for one of these sedans, your insurance is going to be noticeably higher. Even under the most ideal driving records. But if you are okay with all of that, you will be getting a superior driving experience and will get many complements and looks. Just don’t get into something that’ll make you lose sleep and something you’re afraid to put miles on.