BMW 7-Series Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    35k car for £500! Excellent spec, still looks classy, sturdy and durable; awesome.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Don't like paying for anything, but costs are pretty low even from independents.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Unbelievable for such a big motor, but beware of oversteer, these cars love to dance!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not overly powerful but can shovel on at some speeds. Howls like a scolded wolf and drives superb. Tail happy in the wet.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Typical solid German tank, wonderfully poised and stable engineering.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    People still see the E32 as somewhat of a classy cruiser.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent ride, nice and quiet even on the Yorkshire roads!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Could definitely use a thatcham 1 A&I.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pretty helpful but expensive.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Sweet as a lollipop, radiator switch has gone, been bypassed, starts & runs fine!

    Other

    Climate control panel slightly loose and OBC display is knackered but all can be rectified for a pittance. The trip computer won't reset and the fuel gauge wont make its mind up what it wants to do!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes