Does the E38 BMW 740IL Live Up To The Hype? | Old School Luxury
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- In this video we try to answer the question does the E38 BMW 740IL live up to the hype. We''ll tell you about the E38 BMW 740IL and share our thoughts on if its as special as everyone says it is.
The E38 generation of the 7 series started production in 1994 and lasted through 2001. The 740IL we're reviewing in this video is from the 2000 model year. In 2000, the E38 7 series received a facelift that swapped out the headlights and taillights and bumped up the torque due to changes to the M62 engine
Speaking of the M62 found in this 740IL, it was tuned several times since its existance and ended up in several different BMW models, including the very popular 540I. Separately the M62 had a sportier version, the S62 which ended up in the E39 BMW M5. The M62 in the 740IL is a silky smooth V8 powerplant that takes you down the road effortlessly and provides a pleasant driving experience.
The interior of the E38 BMW 740IL is a very nice place to be. Its hard to believe that its a 20 year old car as its design is very simple and timeless. One of the items that caught be surprise is how comfortable the 740IL really is. The seats have a very large number of adjustments available.
This E38 740IL is a long wheelbase version which means it is 5.5 inches longer versus the 740I model. That means the rear passengers have more room to stretch out and get comfortable. The rear seats in the bmw 740IL are extremely comfortable and have a lot of storage room.
Overall, does the e38 bmw 740IL live up to the hype, tune in to find out. Thanks for watching this video of the e38 740IL.
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Yeah, well-said: with the E38 you get about 70% or 80% of the experience of a new 7-series - and on top of that you will have about 2000% of its style.
@Taimoor Khan it does it tho does it
@Taimoor Khan I completely disagree
@@SkinnyDeanTV I agree, it does not. Just another shit head disliking a car
70% of the luxury experience of a new 7, 2000% of its style AND driving experience, at 15% of its price. ❤
Couple of comments. My parents had an E38 740iL in the 90s and to this day, it's probably my favorite car, and I am a BMW owner today, myself. It was just the height of 90s executive luxury.
The recirculting looking button the steering wheel is a "Resume" function for the cruise control.
The seatbelts in the rear wear reached from the inside direction of the vehicle for two reasons. One was safety; in an accident if the emergency services needed to get you out of the car, they can pop the buckle right by the door or cut the belt near the buckle. One wonders why that design isn't still in use as it's really logical. Additionally, it was viewed as more elegant, when exiting the vehicle when being chauffeured to be able to unbuckle and have the belt pull away from the door, allowing someone to turn and exit, without the buckle and belt being in the way or catching the shoulder. Once you popped the buckle, the belt pulled away and allowed you to elegantly depart.
I was looking for this comment. Thx
It’s always nice seeing a new video on an E38, especially one that looks as solid as this one!
Its a fantastic car. Thanks for watching
The first BMW I had ever driven and fell in love with BMWs. Also loved the 750iL that James Bond drove with all the gadgets
It was actually 740 v8 model
I have a 1999 740i MSport. It's a wonderful car to drive and I agree that these came from a different era and represented peak BMW. I also have a 2004 330xi that is also a fun, sporty car. The E38 is special to me because my dad owned a 97 740i for many years and it was basically the car i learned to drive on. The Sport package really makes the car a lot more dynamic and those M parallel wheels are one of the best wheel designs of all time. I also prefer the look of the short wheel base to the long wheel base. The dimensions and roof line were just right.
French E38 735i owner here. My model is a november 99 registered car and I really love it. Paint is dark blue, Black leather, comfort seats. Same 16" rims as the V12 version. I bought it in 2012 for a puny €2700 with 128K miles on the odometer. It has its share of issues, but it runs very smoothly, albeit not as vigorously as with the larger engine. Having a V8 in Europe is becoming very rare, which helps me enjoy my 7 more and more as the years go on. I never tire of looking at its timeless body lines. Thank you for this great enthusiast video.
Dose the price goes up in euorpe ?
@@sandman7373 Right now, , many 2nd hand car prices are raising a lot. E38 have risen too, especially gasoline models. But they remain pretty affordable to purchase.
E38 735i? That model available in America? Never seen it
@@jdclar3 it probably is not. This is more or less the same engine as the 740i albeit with 900cc less displacement.
@@sandman7373 It does, but not very quickly. It should pick up in 5 years or so.
The button on steering wheel in question is for switching the AC to recirculation mode and vice versa. In a more luxurious (and cold climate...) versions this button is replaced with a heated steering wheel switch.
This looks like a very nice E38 but to be honest it looks a little basic which is a suprise for iL versions of later production years. No 16:9 screen, no heated seats and no steering wheel heater (probably this car is a warm climate version...), no folding mirrors, no hydraulic trunk, no parking sensors to name just a few. Even the transmission is automatic and not steptronic which is also weird for a 2000 7 series.
One interesting fact: EU version E38 has a small glove compartment below parking brake release handle which was not available on US version 7 series.
Yeah beacause Europe version has no knees protection under the steering wheel
Ich habe das Glück gehabt, mir vor 3 Wochen einen E38 mit originalen 49.000km zu kaufen. Er ist wie ein Neuwagen. Alles wie frisch aus der Fabrik. Ein echter Traum!!!
Yes I own a 2000750IL-V-12 Silver/Black Leather , I bought it 1 yr ago as a non runner , been sitting for over 5 yrs in the back of a used car lot,it now has a heart beat!! Love it , came out amazing after a detailed and full service, , would like to start my channel with this one ☝️!!
Do it💯
I have used engine price 800$
@@sandman7373 for what
@@sandman7373 V-12? E-38
Rear seatbelts where designed like these in case of emergency firefighters could cut them easily :) Listened about this in a e38 presentation
Interesting! Thanks for the info Vali
It's also done because if you get t-boned from the side, the passengers dont hit each other, you will stay in your current seating position.
@@NIGELVANDERVLIET absolute tanks. I still have mine. 1998 740i. Theres a video on my Chanel of it. 230,000 miles and still going strong. Also been in two accidents the other cars didn't look so good mine only had a few dents and a few scratches. They were built to be safe and reliable. Absolutely love this video on them! I seccond ur comment brother!!! 💯🙏🏼
I had a 2001 740IL M Sport in Mint condition with 75,000 miles and some crazy Lady pulled out in front of me from a parked position. Needless to say...her Honda Accord didn't make it, but neither did my 740 sadly. On a positive note...it did it's job...not a scratch! I can't wait to get another one...
It's such an amazing car. Sorry to hear about your's, hate it when that happens. Hope you find a clean one soon! Thanks for watching!
nooooooooo
I have a 740iL 1997 love it! Always get compliments..
BMW should have made an option to order timeless design, bring it back
Many custom shops will authentically build whatever replica you wish for
That is not how automotive companies that are publicly traded work.
I love this car but forget about it.
the car emits BOSS energy
E38,E39,E46,E53 and M coupe we’re amazing cars in & out.
Yup, driven 2 of those 4 and I can say they're nothing short of spectacular
and e-36
@@catpavel4359 for sure
The BEST EVER! that one...
Facelift began for the 1999 model years not 2000. And they did one last facelifting for the 2001 models. I have a Alpine White shorty sport with shades, rear seat heating, PDC which many cars in 2022 don’t have.
He won't admit it, in having too much pride
I love the e38... just bought my second one
Am a Mercedes Benz guy in a gigantic way. .but this is one of my favorite bmw...boom.
Its an awesome car, regardless of the badge
00' E38 M-Sport SWB_blk/blk owner here😎. Nothing feels quite like any of the Bimmers from that era....it was a special time then. Fast forward to today and the new Bimmers just don't feel so " Ultimate" as the the classic 80' , 90' s and early 00's ? The purity of the drive still feels incredible. Long Live the Classics🙏
This vehicle is too clean and well taken care of..Nice video review man. I enjoyed every minute of it..👍👌
Thanks for watching!
FYI the sport package on the long wheelbase was purely cosmetic. Only the short wheelbase had the functional items.
'95-'98 best years due to less technology in drive train IMHO. Good vid!!
Thanks for watching!
Outstanding review from a 740 I owner myself. Most outstanding car I’ve ever owned so thank you for that outstanding accurate review
I will say this, I would buy a car from this man!
What a great review and what a fabulous car, absolutely love these, the luxury and the smoothness and the look it STILL has is astounding.
Very well done on this, wonderful clear review and I would say that car or any car this guy has is sold!
Love the video. I had an 97 740iL with factory sat NAV that has TV option and heated steering wheel. Do miss it! Thanks for the great video and memory!
These are really amazing cars! Thanks for watching!
Just bought a 01 740il one owner. Love it! Favorite BMW
Congrats David!
I enjoyed the video. Only one minor technicality I want to bring up. That car does not have rack and pinion steering. It goes way old school with the recirculating ball gear box. At the end of the day, they are both hydraulic. While it does feel better than electric p/s, I have a Toyota Yaris with electric p/s and I don't ever have to worry about it springing a leak!
Really nice review
Just copped one with a v12 and I’m in love
excellent presentation, very informative, every clear.
Thanks for watching!
I drive a e38 725tds. And i live it!
Good review brother
Good presentation well done bro, thx
Thanks for watching!
I like the content of the video but I have one comment regarding the title. E38 is a mass produced car, it's not an exotic, niche product where it became a cult idol struggling through years of obscurity. Everyone since the mid 90s knew this was a great car, either they owned it or knew someone who owned it or they watched/read the reviews of this car back in the day. There is no "hype" surrounding this car, it's just a great car, it has lived up to the expectations since day one (well except the engine block lining issues which got fixed in later revisions). That being said, you just got a new subscriber.
Thank you
I would love to own this one, as it would be a
color match for my 740i Sport.
I own two of these, a 2001 740i Sport and a 2001 740iL. I consider the 2001 750iL to be the greatest car ever built.
It is truly such an amazing car. I also have a newer generation 7 series and the E38 is as smooth and luxurious as a new one. Hope you find the right v12! Thanks for watching!
I'm looking a 2000 740il smack dab in the face but I remember all the issues the BMW 4.4 motor had in Range Rovers. Is this the same engine? Is it a bear to maintain and upkeep? Thanks!
datdamndavisboy It’s the same engine. There are a lot of oil leaks to chase. Plus power steering leaks. Plus timing chain guides to worry about. Plus other things. I ain’t gonna lie to you. Buy a Toyota.
@@Ready72000 that doesn't sound too bad for a mechanical owner
@@reallyhappenings5597 I only recommend buying one if you have a mechanic that knows them inside out, as I have. You really don’t ever want to take one of these to a dealership if you can avoid it.
Wow as a owner of the 7series I hve a 2001 I love it. As u said bout space n the bck seat yes I was thrilled and surprise of how much room u hve. Rt now my car is n the shop cuz my starter was out and cme to find out wasn't the problem need to replace the EWS module. But all n all I would not trade/sell my car bcuz cars now days doesn't have all that space/comfort. Gradually givn TLC to my car to mke her look as good as new👍
You forgot one detail, the facelift hapenned in the end of the year 1998, in 2000 it received new updates, new equipement, the stectics remained the same
Exactly, yet there are people who are claiming it's very informative. I like the video, but I take issue with false information that's misleading.
Wow, that was a terrific review! I have the exact same model in navy blue with a beige interior and 20 inch BMW wheels that fill the guards out a bit more! I love this car and so does my German mechanic!
👍👌💪👊😎
Thanks, and yes, it is an amazing car!
Best review, very informative.
Not really, there are glaring errors. Get more informed on your own before giving applause, as you just look ignorant or gullible stating what you did.
The reason for the „opposite“ seatbeltsposition is, that in case of emergency people, they want to save you, can open the belts more quickly, when they open the door.
Good information and easy to understand(fromThailand)
One word : gorgeous ! I own 750iL V12.
This all around car. Love it and looking to purchase one
I had a 2000 740iL for 14 years and now have a 2013 750Li with twin turbos for 6 years. I take the E38 over F01 any day.
The best and last of the real, ever created by the Bavarians in the history of the brand!👍
A modern miserable misunderstanding does not even come close to this BMW masterpiece ...👎
Rear seatbelts - for tangle free limo exits and if passenger needs assistance you dont need to reach across them
10:43 That button is for recirculated-air mode and was replaced with another button for a heated steering wheel on some models. I've got the heated steering wheel in my own 735i e38 2000, and it's very indispensable in Winter.
Thanks for the info! I recently drove a 8 series with the heated steering wheel an it was awesome!
@@DriveSteady How old was the 8 series, was it an e31?
The first models of the e38 came in 1994, and the heated steering wheel was an option even then.
Some facelift models even had the massaging seats/active seats, double glazed windows, heated seats front and rear, 4-zone climate, voice control etc. They were really advanced for their time.
I'm lucky to have one with almost all these features, as they are hard to find complete, and cost a bunch in this case.
@@ThePerfectionOfLexus 3yrs later, but I found a facelift 740iL (19 registered of them in sweden), with glass sunroof, hydraulic trunk, electric rear seats, 4 zone climate control, satnav, multimedia armrest in the rear, double glazed windows, pdc front and rear.. basically, all it's missing is the cocain tables and the makeup mirrors (fridge I dont even want since it's so bad). all this for £1500.. rust included :D
The sport/m sport adds the cherry on the top
As a person that owns one and has for the last 9 years, after 1:30 the answer is just: "yes"
They also had electronic suspension back then. Some had a TV in the back as well as a phone, power rear seat that was also heated. They also had automatic dimming side mirrors that were heated as well. The headlights automatically adjust when you first start it and while you're driving. If you ever drive across the country, that's a handy feature to have. I've driven mine through a blizzard at night and while I was at the edge of my seat, the car felt as if it wasn't even snowing. They also had voice commands back then... Plus if you hold the unlock button on the remote, it opens the roof and all of the windows. The lock button closes them. You can also do this with the key in the door.
The speed is governed at 155mph, but if you remove that, it'll do about 180mph if I remember correctly. Also, on my first trip across the country with a car full of stuff (about 600lbs) I averaged 28mpg until I started doing about 80mph, then I got about 24mpg... To change the oil myself is just over $80. One headlight bulb is about $100... Other than that, parts are pretty inexpensive.
Great cars. Miss mine. E32 looked better but the E38 handles so much nicer.
I had a chance of buying those wheels and tires for my E-38,sick💥
Amazing Car
I'm so much in love with this car
The interior with the old school gauges and buttons is so much better then newer all computerized displays of today.
Its a very one sides good review ;o) I love the car too, however all BMW e38 suffering the following sooner or later:
- Coolant system leaks and failure at ALL TIMES (Water pump, Thermostat, hoses, radiator, expansion tank
- Drive train shaft
- Hoses on power steering
- Timing chain guides (BIG PROBLEM) if driven with cheap oil!
- Steering wheel tilt and shift motors
- Interior headliner
- DSC Module
- Windows regulators on all windows
- Instrument cluster pixel failure
- Cupholders, glove compartment handle
- Lower control arms (mostly front)
- Transmission
- trunk opener
- kidney grill brakes (*holders)
I love the E38 especially the 2001 SWB Sport
Agree. I have a 2001 SWB sport. Amazing car, handles so well for a big car, feels like a much smaller car driving it. Best car for the driving experience.
I just love this one! I had the pre-facelift model, 728i, now i have only a model of that. Lol
I do plan to buy a 740i 2000-2001 year, in the future. Cool video! ;)
#AcCollection
Thanks for watching!
i have both....728i and 740 Li...both 96....i have some video on my channel :D
the last button on wheel is for the box above your head in roof , fresh air
I have the exact same e38, same color and everything, and I absolutely love it, it has its issues here and there as to be expected but it’s still a great car.
You still got it ?
@@SnapbackCity321 no unfortunately :(
@@loqti1961 I just bought the exact model and color. Beautiful car with 110k miles on it but the alternator already went out. Car looks to be in great condition and has a clean Carfax so I hope it’s a quick fix and I get to enjoy the car.
@@SnapbackCity321 yeah mine needed some work too but overall great car, it’ll treat you well and I still miss it😭
@@SnapbackCity321 you got an insta or anything?
The E34 is also a timeless design.
Yeaps ;)
The reason the seat belt is design that way is for an easier exit of passengers. if they get trap in the back after an accident, it is easier to cut the seat belt from that angle than to cut it from the other side.
The car you are reviewing is a preface lift , the facelift ones has clear rear signal indicators and has sport/ manual mode in the gear shifter .
Bottom button is to heat steering wheel
One on CL right now with a bad fuel system for $1500, tempted!
Great review, I've a got a short wheel base M-Sport, but I imagine the extra few inches of comfort in the LWB is totally worth it.
I've never sat in a short wheelbase car but i can tell you that the long wheelbase has a lot of room in the back!
I own two E38s - a 2001 740i Sport and a 2001 740iL. The extra room is entirely in the back seat, so I never experience that as the driver. I love these cars though.
Does The 740 1995 have The infamous Water Cooled alternator? Testdriving one tomorrow...
I’m looking at a 2000 740il. The mileage is under 100k and I’m taking it to a bmw dealership tomorrow 5/28/20 for a pre-purchase inspection (is it a good idea to take it to a bmw dealership instead of a local bmw shop?) I’m super worried that the milage was messed up. It’s not the main reason why I worry but the pixel screen is going bad already. I appreciate any advice thrown my way. Oh btw, I never owned a bmw but always wanted a good reliable 7 series. Possibly daily. If I could afford it. Thanks I’m advance people. And great video!
its always a good idea to take a car to have a pre purchase inspection done regardless of who does it. The pixel screen is just a result of age. Most of them suffer from that. Good luck in your search and thanks for watching!
Drive Steady thank you! I’ve just got back the results from a pre purchase inspection. I was told I need an EGS module and DSC module plus programming of it. And a map cooling thermostat
If only BMW doesn't use plastic thermostat housing, this car would be a tank
So in watching your video on this car you mentioned there was only the two cup holders in the front. The rear cup holders are in the rear arm rest. Pull it down and the holders are in the front.....just push the button. Happy motoring!
The rear cupholders aren't in the armrest, they are in the front of the middle seat, just over the transmission tunnel. You can see it at 9:07 in the video.
The one one the bottom steering wheel is for the heated wheel
The E38 750iL was the best E38. 740iL isn't bad but the V12 was the best E38!
Agree!
I agree. I happen to have a 2001 alpine on black msport. If I had to do it again I'd get a 2001 750. BUT, due to the absolute rarity of the one I have, I'm good. Lol.
i can disagree, V8 is much more responsive than V12. if you dont believe me try it out, you will be surprised. ofc V12 is cooler and all that but anyways :)
isnt it notorious with crappy reliability?
That the heated steering wheel button on bottom right of wheel
I bought this beautiful car twice a 1996 and the facelift 2000 models one of the first few to own the 2000 model, love my E38. But who thinks the G12 2016-19 kind of looks like the E38?
Does the E38 meet the hype? Absolutely damn right it does. I had a '97 735i. Only thing that I could fault it on was the shape & depth of the boot/trunk, useless unless you bought luggage to suit. The E53 X5 with the back seats up was much better. 34mpg on a touring trip, but
What year X5 drinks 10 mpg ?
It's the best car ever !
It's strange that someone orders a long wheelbase car but leaves out all the goodies on the back.
I have an 735i short wheelbase E38 but it has electric/heated rear seats, separate climate control for the rear and a second, wireless phone in the rear armrest. I would rather expect all this in an iL version.
By swapping only two components, doing an easy firmware update , and buying one nav DVD, you can bring the nav system up to 2015 standards. Still not as good as Google Maps on an iPhone though.
Where do I order one? Can I install myself ?
Buy a newer Nav unit off eBay, say from a 2005 BMW X5 or similar year. Important: get the Nav unit with the DVD logo. You can also buy a Nav disk and a firmware update disk on eBay. Everything is easy to DIY, plug and play.
Also important: Be sure to connect the Nav coaxial cable to the back of the new Nav unit. You may have to relocate it from the Trimble.
The last real 7
There was also a 728, a 730, a 730d and a 740d
On the back seat, in the middle, above the arm rest that lays down where there looks like there should be a head rest, there is a secret compartment. Lift it open from the back side and it opens up. I had my car for months and never seen it until I was cleaning the back window and my elbow accidentally opened it.
It's a ski bag!
what is the name of the color and the cod please
I have to this car is soo good. but i have M57 engine
E34 bmw’s even came with electric adjustments for the steering wheel
I've got a 99 740il owned by the former mayor of Dallas thats been sitting in a garage with gas in the tank right after an engine swap for 9 years, what should i do?
Dude. Seriously ? Turn it on.
m62 had more horses than 282, m60 (older model) had 282 hp, but good video anyways! (Y)
always had a dream to buy one of these, but eventually get up with X5 4.8iS with awesome codition and already 2 years i am working on it, to make it even better. No chinese crap like lamps, lights, monitors e.t.c Only OEM parts, in respect of BMW 00 years..
I own a well-sorted high option E38 that is a long time 1 owner vehicle. I would not trade it for any other vehicle.
Do they sell the 750il in US?? Haven't been able to find anything
Yes, but they are hard to come by.
The panel with the switches on the roof is in put in the wrong way XD
Yep
Wait...why is getting it bulletproof not important?
hold down the left switch for 5 seconds ,it says range go past that it says mpg ,go past that mine says 155 mph .hold it down move it comes up mpg 28mpg , up. when it goes blank ,then type in 175 mph . its then locked press it again .then its all set .all set at at175mph but the mpg goes to 17 mpg .
What left switch?
the seatbelts were designed to help get people out faster in emergencies
Just sold my 335i & copped me a 98 740i
Can’t stand that head rest.. but beautiful car overall
How much is it?
Look at just how simple and beautiful it looks. The new one today is a heap of nihilistic and disgusting alcantara...
The new one is on another level of ugly.
I love these cars. I'm just afraid something catastrophic will happen to it and cost a fortune to repair.
The galant from 97 add gps also not euro I know