BMW 7-Series Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent car for the money. FULLY loaded and build quality is excellent.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Ouch! Be rich to own one and if you need to ask how much it costs to run one, then don't have one.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Auto is a joy to drive. Even for a large car, handling is taught and precise. Can be a bit tail-happy.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    3.5-litre goes like stink, even on auto box. Good tyre smoking qualities.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reliability is very good until it does go wrong.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Still quite a sharp looking car. Much better than the E23. Put a private plate on and most people won't tell the age.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A car with genuine padded arm rests - what more can you say?

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Later models had the Thatcham approved immobiliser fitted.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Silky smooth. Change cam chain at 100k miles.

    Other

    Electrics can play up BADLY!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes