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1990 750iL purchase (archive)
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Posted by Brian W. on November 19, 2000 at 21:52:50:

I need to preface my post with, I know very little about this car mechanically. Which is what brings me to this board. I have been reading for a few weeks now, and am immpressed with some of your knowledge, and am getting some good basic info.

My question is this: I have found a 1990 750iL with 107,000 miles. He is asking low-avg retail and is in very good condition from the outside. What sorts of "problems" are typically associated with this vehicle? I have read the timing chain lasts about 100k.

Are these cars horribly expensive to maintain, especially for someone with no mechanical inclination? The local BMW shop recently went out of business, and I am in Iowa, with the closest dealer 1 hour east or 2 hours west. aarrgghh!

I purchased a new BMW before the Mercedes I now own and loved it, but am looking for something to take down the road with elbow room, and a smooth, very comfortable ride. I drive about 20-25K miles per year, mostly highway.

Any information is greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
BW

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