1987 BMW 7 Series 735IL review from Iceland
"This car has chanced my live for the better"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The Self-leveling suspension leaked when I got it fixed it my self.
Driving light's didn't work (previous owner had the wiring done by a amature)
and the sub-frame bussings wore out at about 300.k
the driver's seat is twisted and the leather is torn
the head gasket blew at 315.000km.
General comments?
Well I have had my ups and downs with this car, but mostly because of my own mistakes. this is the most comfortable car I have owned, and because it's an IL it has plenty of space in the back (IL stands for an extra 15cm leg room in the back)
The performance is good and it is surprisingly nimble for a car it's size, never a problem to park at the local super-market even though it has small parking spaces...
I've learned a lot since I bought this car and it's become a part of my family, today I'm scouting the market for a bigger version (750), my girlfriend will drive around in this one after I get the 750 so it will remain in the family. I hope to still have it when I grow older and have kids, so that I can pass it on.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1988 |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3,4L in-line 6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 280000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 320000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 13th November, 2005 |