04-05 745i or s430?
05-08-2007, 07:42 PM
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04-05 745i or s430?
I am looking into getting one of these cars in the near future, most like a certified one and I was wondering which of these two you guys would prefer. And which one would probably be more reliable, given that they are both perfectly maintained? I need this car to last me a long time since I keep my cars for around 10 years. Also, are there any specific model years or trims I should stay away from?Thanks.
05-08-2007, 07:48 PM
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Go with the 745. I'd rather deal with the dreaded i-drive over reliability issues with MB.
I've heard the 7's are pretty bad too though, so who knows.
I've heard the 7's are pretty bad too though, so who knows.
05-08-2007, 08:58 PM
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08 S65, 06 M3 CS(stick), 02 BMW X5 4.6iS, 07 R1 Raven, 08 F-450 4x4, 08 CooperS JCW
I am looking into getting one of these cars in the near future, most like a certified one and I was wondering which of these two you guys would prefer. And which one would probably be more reliable, given that they are both perfectly maintained? I need this car to last me a long time since I keep my cars for around 10 years. Also, are there any specific model years or trims I should stay away from?Thanks.
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06 E-55-95-F355S- 99 Porsche 911 C2 w mods
I would take the BMW over the MB, its a crap-shoot over which one is more reliable but the BMW is a much more exciting car to drive IMO and much more modern looking.
05-08-2007, 09:04 PM
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I remember looking at the first 745i demo on the lot back in later 2001. We opened the engine hood and it wouldn't close later.
Want reliability? Think Lexus.
Want reliability? Think Lexus.
would be a good choice...As for the S430 any thoughts for the S500 Trending Topics
05-09-2007, 01:15 PM
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I am looking into getting one of these cars in the near future, most like a certified one and I was wondering which of these two you guys would prefer. And which one would probably be more reliable, given that they are both perfectly maintained? I need this car to last me a long time since I keep my cars for around 10 years. Also, are there any specific model years or trims I should stay away from?Thanks.
05-09-2007, 01:38 PM
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BMW is about to make some changes to the 7 series and if you are in the market for one I would recoment you wait until the new one comes out then get the 750 for a fraction of what you'll pay now. Same thing happened to the W220 when the W221 came out. Be patient and you would end up a winner and especially if you'll finance that car. Just a thought.
05-12-2007, 03:43 AM
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thanks for the advice so far guys. I kinda wanted the S-class because of its look but I may have to go for the 7-series since I need the car to be reliable. I may be able to stretch for the s500 and 750li so do you guys still recommend the bmw? thanks
05-12-2007, 04:09 AM
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if you go for the 7 series don't touch any 03-04 those 2 years are most problemetic
one thing about the 7 series though, they are not as eye pleasing as the Sclass that's for sure.
one thing about the 7 series though, they are not as eye pleasing as the Sclass that's for sure.
05-12-2007, 04:22 AM
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if you go for the 7 series don't touch any 03-04 those 2 years are most problemetic
one thing about the 7 series though, they are not as eye pleasing as the Sclass that's for sure.
one thing about the 7 series though, they are not as eye pleasing as the Sclass that's for sure.
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if you go for the 7 series don't touch any 03-04 those 2 years are most problemetic
one thing about the 7 series though, they are not as eye pleasing as the Sclass that's for sure.
one thing about the 7 series though, they are not as eye pleasing as the Sclass that's for sure.
