1983 BMW 7 Series 735i review from Australia and New Zealand
"Luxury, performance and reliability"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Power windows have been unreliable (probably a fuse issue though).
Some rust has developed around the sunroof.
The Automatic transmission sounds a bit clunky, but that's to be expected after the punishment I have given it.
General comments?
Who does not want a BMW?? I have driven a few models and the comfort, performance and reliability is top notch.
My 735 is only just starting to suffer from 10000 miles of absolute hell. I am talking about 130+ miles an hour, burnouts, drifting, donuts and paddock bashing!! It just keeps going!
Through my term of ownership it has become unroadworthy, but it provides me with hours of sideways fun on my farm.
This car is most comfortable vehicle I have ever driven. German cars are an investment.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1983 |
| Year of manufacture | 1983 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.5 litre petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 120000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 130000 miles |
| Previous car | Subaru GL |
| Date of Entry | 1st December, 2007 |