Joe Jensen 
2004 BMW 7 Series Sedan 745i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
Surprisingly Bug Free
 I was hesitant to trade my 2001 740iL 
for the newer model (E65) after 
reading about all the issues with the 
2002 and 2003 model years.  The 
leasing incentives were just to good 
to pass up so I made the move.  In a 
word, I'm thrilled.  This car is more 
nimble, quicker, handles better, 
brakes better, and rides better than 
my 2001.  I'm still not crazy about 
the styling, but I'm willing to live 
with it to get all the other 
improvements.  My 2001 was in the shop 
5 or 7 times in the first 6 months for 
minor issues.  I've had this car for 2 
months with zero issues and I'm really 
picky.  I think they have the issues 
resolved for the 2004s...joe