Re: 528 or 740? (archive)

Good question you asked. If you're concerned about repairs, the 7 will require more. The larger the BMW's get, the greater the repairs. The conversations on this board, and consumer magazine information, confirm it. But, you should test drive both to see if the extra cost of repairs is worth the difference.

On other point--the 528 was ranked by a major consumer magazine as the best car for retaining it's value 5 years after purchase, so you'll lose less in depreciation compared to the 7.

Hard choice, but if money is a big concern, the 528 will be less hassle and less expensive. You'll also be able to get a later model with more warranty remaining...maybe you shouldn't ever drive a 7 or 540 so you won't know what you're missing.

I bought a 96 740IL a little over a year ago and have replaced the auxiliary cooling fan ($400 plus) and am facing the radiatior, catalytic converters, etc., in the near future if I keep it. It's great though. Good luck with your decision.
Bob J
96 IL

Have been driving a 95 540 6 speed (yes, still have original engine) since 1997--and ready for a change---this car has eaten me up on repairs----otherwise it is a super automobile----but am ready for a change----looking to spend in the area of $35K---my shop tells me to get a 528--but am intrigued with a 7 series---to get something different than the 5 er------Any advice would be appreciated----I don't want to repeat my 540 experience and therefore am gun shy on a 740-----Tks Dave S

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