matt laguardia 
2001 BMW 7 Series Sedan 740i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
The Cliche Holds True
 This car makes for a wonderful driving experience, especially on long trips. The sport package is a must have.  These cars can be fairly reliable if scheduled maintenance is kept up, however, it's not a Honda Accord.  If you're planning on purchasing a used E38, do your research.  Suspension, cooling, and braking system repairs can be costly, and it's very helpful to know how to tell if the previous owner has kept up on these things. If you're an educated and savvy vehicle owner, you'll find that a used 7 series is a nearly impossible to beat combination of styling and performance for the price, even when figuring in maintenance