BMW 7-Series Saloon
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Bought the thing to replace my company car (Omega V6) should have done this years ago. Lots of car for little cash.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    On par with anything else I would have bought. So starting from paying very little I'm still quids in.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very comfortable, quiet and pleasent to drive. Has the potential to let you drive like a nutter if you want to.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    When you ask her, she picks up her skirt and goes like the clappers.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    When it breaks down it costs some cash. But, the operative word is WHEN. 20k on this thing has cost me two services (£180 each) and an O/S/F shocker (£150).

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Looks fantastic, only shows its age when parked next to one of its new siblings.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Soft leather (keep it oiled) Quite refined.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Crap, none. Insurance companies wouldn't touch it until I fitted a CAT1.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Never used BMW, but they have always helped on the phone or when I've turned up to ask questions. The specialists are the way forwards for the out of warranty cars. Otherwise it hurts the wallet.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    O/S/F shocker (probably normal wearand& tear) and the lights on the computer go out occasionally.

    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