Lot #

8267

Location

Fenton, MO 63026

Seller

Dealer

18267

All-aluminum 4.4L 32-valve, DOHC V-8 engine (code M62B44)

ZF five-speed automatic transmission (code ZF 5HP)

Jet Black exterior (code 668)

Sand Beige Montana Leather interior (code SN6SN)

WBAGF8322VDL47948

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1997 BMW 740i Sedan

This 1997 BMW 740i is a remarkably well-preserved example of the E38 7 Series. In the late 1990s, BMW’s flagship sedan told everyone you had arrived, and it went head-to-head with Mercedes-Benz’s S-Class. Built in Dingolfing, Germany, on November 22, 1996, this car is said to have stayed with its original owner until 2021. It has covered just 18,270 original miles. Jet Black paint (code 668) over a sumptuous Sand Beige Montana Leather interior (code SN6SN) gives it the understated presence that defined BMW luxury in this era. Under the hood sits the all-aluminum M62 4.4L V8, paired with a ZF five-speed automatic. The underside is in remarkable condition for a car that is nearly 30 years old. Add an original owner’s manual, CARFAX reports, repair invoices, and the original wheels, and you have a low-mileage, well-documented E38 that is ready to be enjoyed as a modern classic.

Engine & Drivetrain

All-aluminum 4.4L 32-valve DOHC V8 (code M62B44), smooth and strong with effortless highway power
Aluminum block and heads with fracture-split forged connecting rods and hypereutectic pistons
Bosch Motronic 5.2 engine management (DME) with a hot-wire mass airflow sensor
ZF five-speed automatic transmission (code ZF 5HP), refined and well suited to long-distance touring
Console-mounted shifter
Rear-wheel drive for the balanced, composed road manners BMW is known for
Servotronic speed-sensitive steering (code S216) that firms up at speed and lightens for parking
Power four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock braking
Recent service includes a fresh battery and an oil change
Extremely tidy engine bay

Exterior

Jet Black paint (code 668), a timeless color that suits the E38’s long, elegant lines
Paint and trim in overall excellent condition, with a few blemishes visible at close range
Body-colored bumpers that fit tightly to the body
Power sunroof (code S403)
Power-folding sideview mirrors
Fog lights
Michelin Energy MXV4 tires, size 235/55R17, mounted on factory alloy wheels
Original wheels also included with the sale
Clean trunk with a complete trunk-mounted tool kit
New trunk lid struts recently installed
Underside remarkably well cared for

Interior

Sand Beige Montana Leather interior (code SN6SN) that looks sumptuous, comfortable, and ready for a road trip
Power and heated front bucket seats (code S459)
Rear bench seat with a fold-down center armrest
Contrasting upper dash with burled wood trim that adds warmth to the cabin
Matching carpet and floor mats
Inner door panels that reflect the fine condition of the seats and dash
Dual-zone electronic climate control (code S534)
Tilting and telescoping steering column
Cruise control, power windows, and power locks
Classic round BMW gauges, including the period MPG gauge
High-performance audio system with cassette deck and CD changer (code S672)

Safety Features

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) (code S488)
ASC+T traction control (code S214)
Dual front airbags
Side curtain airbags (codes S250, S260), from the E38 era that helped pioneer BMW’s Head Protection System
Anti-lock brakes

Additional Info

1997 BMW 740i from the E38 generation, BMW’s late-’90s flagship
Built November 22, 1996, in Dingolfing, Germany
Only 18,270 original miles
Said to have remained with the original owner until 2021, then with the selling dealer from January 2022
VIN: WBAGF8322VDL47948
Documentation includes:
- Original owner’s manual
- CARFAX reports
- Assorted repair invoices and receipts
In 1997, it competed with the Audi A8, Cadillac Seville STS, Lexus LS400, Infiniti Q45, Jaguar XJ, Lincoln Mark VIII LSC, and Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Low-mileage, long-term-ownership E38s are increasingly sought after as the model gains recognition as a modern collectible