1998 BMW (E38) 750IL

KEY FACTS

• A very well-preserved example of the renowned luxury saloon, with a striking Biarritz Blue Metallic colour scheme, low mileage, and a raft of desirable factory options.
• Under the bonnet is the 5.4-litre V12 engine, producing 322bhp and 361lb-ft of torque, coupled with the five-speed automatic transmission.
• One registered keeper from new, who has used it only as a holiday car.
• It has been stored in a secure garage for much of its life and has recently undergone a comprehensive service.

EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS

• This 750IL boasts a desirable factory specification, including a premium leather interior, a working sunroof, xenon headlights, front and rear parking sensors, electric seats and telephones, and rear curtains.
• Original owner’s manuals, service book, tool kit and spare wheel included, along with two keys.

Specification:

• Xenon headlights
• Sunroof
• Premium leather dashboard
• RDS Stereo
• Parking sensors front and rear
• Front and rear telephones
• Rear electric seat, stereo and climate controls
• Rear folding wooden tables
• Rear footrests
• Rear curtains
• Electric rear windows
• Optional 18-inch, 15-spoke wheels

CONDITION

• Biarritz Blue Metallic paintwork in excellent condition, though with a few age-related stone chips to the front bumper and bonnet. The left-rear door has undergone a minor respray.
• Chrome trims all in good order, and the 18-inch wheels are pristine.
• Beige leather interior in good order, with a slight patina and some very minor creasing, commensurate with the very low mileage.
• The vendor has indicated a few marks to the plastic floor trim, but this is only noticeable under close inspection.
• All of the switchgear is believed to work as it should, though the vendor notes the on-board computer display has lost a few pixels.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Its most recent scheduled maintenance was in May 2021 at 36,980 km, where technicians at BM Wagen in Málaga changed the engine oil, filters, spark plugs, brake fluid and coolant.
• In May 2018, technicians replaced the steering oil, steering pump hose, windscreen washer pump, auxiliary belts, silent blocs, and a shock absorber.

SUMMARY

This BMW E38 750IL is an excellent example of the flagship luxury saloon, with a superb factory specification, and an attractive Biarritz Blue Metallic finish. It marks a rare opportunity to purchase a very low-mileage example of the breed, which would be a smart weekend cruiser or even a well-appointed daily driver.

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