V12 Ultimate Driving Machine | 2000 BMW 750iL Review

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  • Опубліковано 8 тра 2024
  • Our Spotlight is on BMW's Ultimate Driving Machine, the 2000 BMW 750iL. Read our full review here: goo.gl/FDmvb3
    When we started filming videos almost 2 years ago, our plan had been to get another E38 with the V12 engine to show the differences between the two. After much searching we've found a stunning example with this 2000 BMW 750iL with black metallic paint and ultra-rare tobacco leather interior.
    We're going in depth with the V12 7 Series, showing all the features of the car, what makes the 750iL unique, taking it on a road test, and going over what you need to know if you're in the market for a BMW E38 V12 750iL.
    Some of the features included on this 2000 BMW 750iL are self-levelling HID Xenon head lights, fog lamps, front and rear parking sensors, automatic power folding mirrors, soft closing trunk, tobacco extended leather interior, heated front and rear seats, heated steering wheel, widescreen navigation, rear window sun shades, rear power reclining seat, power moonroof, dual zone automatic climate control, and dual-pane laminated glass. The V12 also includes an older transmission better suited for the weight of the V12 M73TUB54 engine.
    If you're serious about buying an E38 BMW 7 Series such as this 750iL then this video should cover the most important aspects you'll need to know, such as common problems, most-optioned features, and what the car actually feels like on the road. We've covered the E38 7 Series at length on TestDrive, so check out our playlists dedicated to the E38 to find out everything else you need to know.
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  • @jamesyeechunfung1432
    @jamesyeechunfung1432 5 років тому +10

    In 2005, right after my daughter totaled my 560SL, I happened to see a 2001 740iL (E38) at the roadside in our small town for sale. Luckily I remembered the owner’s phone number. By the time I was decided to look at it, the owner took it back to his home. I came to his home with my daughter. It was owned by a lawyer who was a preferred owner from BMW dealer. He took good care of the car with its odometer reading of about 72,000 miles. Without second thought, my daughter and I drove it home. So far, I have driven it for about 100,000 miles. It just had transmission fluid, trunk lock and dashboard serviced. Now everything is functioning. It runs like 13 years ago. I am so happy to view your video and agree to your comments about 2001 740iL (38). I will take good care of it. Thank you.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому +2

      Hopefully she was alright after the 560 SL, but it sounds like it from the rest of your comment. We love hearing from other E38 owners, it keeps us motivated to get working on it. We’re hoping to start getting to it this winter. Hold on to that one!

    • @sprezzatura8755
      @sprezzatura8755 4 роки тому

      I'm considering one of these V12 cars. I think they're fantastic. I'm generally not afraid of higher mileage cars if there is ample evidence of good maintenance. Is it difficult getting the car to pass smog check as they accrue more miles? I heard the Mercedes V12 engines from the 90s had the least issues across their engine lines. Is BMW's V12 as good or better? These V12 engines power the new Rolls-Royces so that is a good indication I suppose.

  • @Risto2276
    @Risto2276 5 років тому +140

    A legend has died in this car..

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому +27

      That's certainly true. A number of other high-profile celebrities have also owned these over the years.

    • @kayman2bodys915
      @kayman2bodys915 5 років тому +26

      Tupac

    • @user-tx8zk3lr1j
      @user-tx8zk3lr1j 4 роки тому +2

      B A D V I B E S 2pac Alive!

    • @kinetickhaos6144
      @kinetickhaos6144 4 роки тому

      Аркамен Операторов in Cuba

    • @aleksuks
      @aleksuks 4 роки тому +2

      @@ShowingUStuff Yes he was shot in the e38. Get your facts right

  • @ViperKeeper2070
    @ViperKeeper2070 4 роки тому +15

    I had one of these when I was living in the United Arab Emirates. I had a 95 mile commute every day and this car was a fantastic highway car

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому

      I bet it was! There's nothing I'd rather be driving on a regular commute than this.

    • @ViperKeeper2070
      @ViperKeeper2070 4 роки тому

      PRN_TestDrive Yeah but the highway was where that car really shined. That V12 got 24 miles to the gallon on the highway, And it wasn’t even breathing hard at 120 miles an hour

    • @derek0452
      @derek0452 2 роки тому

      @Helicopter Dick am sure he figured this out 11 months later 😃

  • @garagenextdoor807
    @garagenextdoor807 6 років тому +8

    Love this channel guys, glad to see content coming from canada as always, keep bringing it!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +3

      Thanks! There's not as much Canadian content being produced as there is Russian or US for these types of cars.

  • @meanvecktor1900
    @meanvecktor1900 11 місяців тому +2

    These BMWs are timeless classics!

  • @boostspike
    @boostspike 6 років тому +52

    Prob the last "gentleman's" car BMW will ever make.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +8

      Agreed! There's just something about this design that BMW had that can't be recreated anymore.

    • @user-tx8zk3lr1j
      @user-tx8zk3lr1j 4 роки тому

      boostspike E39 last

    • @neuzdost1939
      @neuzdost1939 3 роки тому

      *Laughing in gopnics from Bummer movie

  • @Krezo200
    @Krezo200 4 роки тому +1

    Just subscribed
    Great content! Now when i got my e38 ill be watching all of your vids 👍🏻
    Soon ill upload one by myself

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому +1

      We're glad to have you on board! I believe we have about 40 videos to date featuring an E38, we're hoping 2020 will be the year we can do more content on them.

    • @LuisHernandez-eh8ej
      @LuisHernandez-eh8ej 4 роки тому

      PRN_TestDrive I really like your videos, now that I have a 2001 740i m sport 👍🏽

  • @husseinadib7666
    @husseinadib7666 6 років тому +4

    Great job, as usual.
    I would love to see your 740il vs the 750il.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      We'll be publishing that video on Thursday with a TestDrive Showdown!

    • @husseinadib7666
      @husseinadib7666 6 років тому

      PRN lovely

  • @Divine_Serpent_Geh
    @Divine_Serpent_Geh 6 років тому +1

    Finally it's here! Great one Nile. Great car, after all this time it still looks amazing.
    Now here it is.... This vs E65 you wanted?

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      Thanks! We really enjoyed the drive of this car, but we won't spoil anything quite yet, we'll be publishing a Showdown between this and the 740iL on Thursday where we discuss if the V12 was really the upgrade we want. I think having the full leather treatment on this car helps make it feel more luxurious, something we found the E65 was lacking as they added more plastic instead of less.

    • @Divine_Serpent_Geh
      @Divine_Serpent_Geh 6 років тому

      PRN That would be awesome. There are none of these kinds of videos on UA-cam. Showdown will be quite interesting.
      There are certain perks about having large German links with a 12 cylinder option.
      The smoothness, responsiveness, and prestige. As well as the availability of unique features only available with that trim. Such as the full extended leather as you stated, massage seats, Rear power seats etc...
      Now then about the E65 not having those specific features, You could always test a 760... ;)
      A video on that would be awesome as well.
      In my opinion, on the used market it is always worth to go for the V12 if they are close in price. Sure maintenance and parts will be a little more rare and pricey, but again, in my opinion it is worth it.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      We would definitely like to get an E66 760Li on video! There was one for sale in our old area for less than $10k but it was sold. We're hoping to be able to make some new connections out this way and get rolling on some videos like the E66.

    • @Divine_Serpent_Geh
      @Divine_Serpent_Geh 6 років тому

      PRN Yes, they are quite affordable. Bimmerforums or bimmerfest, is the best place to go for tips, and getting to know the car better, and it's issues if there are any.
      It would be awesome. I look forward to a video like that!

  • @codymhurst
    @codymhurst 6 років тому +19

    That car is gorgeous!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +3

      We think so too! Truly blew us away to see it in person. The owner picked it up less than a year ago when we first saw it and it looks almost brand new now. Truly amazing!

  • @douglasunmack961
    @douglasunmack961 3 роки тому +1

    Wow the condition is amazing. It’s like a time capsule!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  3 роки тому

      It really is! The owner of this car is in the best position possible to keep these cars on the road, as a serious BMW enthusiast he searches for parts all around specifically for E38s.

  • @bjenks2
    @bjenks2 6 років тому +12

    I might be selling my 740il to buy a 750il next week. Thanks for the review bro!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +4

      Very nice! Hopefully you've found a great V12, we'd still love to get one for our garage.

  • @Reuben007Ash
    @Reuben007Ash 3 роки тому +1

    E32 & E38 was the most beautiful and smooth design ever made.
    Wish I had one ☝️ like these to keep it for good.

  • @MATA-mz1db
    @MATA-mz1db 2 роки тому +2

    The transporter movie made me fall in love with it since I was a teenager I bought one but it is the 740il and man o man the luxury and the adventures I had

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  2 роки тому +1

      I think that's what made a lot of people fall in love with these cars also!

  • @HaroldTempoyoink
    @HaroldTempoyoink 6 років тому +1

    WHAT A BEAUTY!! I'D LOVE TO OWN ONE LIKE THIS!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +2

      So would we, this is probably one of the best examples of a well-driven yet meticulously maintained E38 out there.

  • @bastian9653
    @bastian9653 6 років тому +1

    this one is so cleannnnn
    very well designed limo !

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      We agree! The owner of this car is a true E38 enthusiast, probably the most passionate one we've met. Had we had more time in Ontario we would have loved to film his collection and put together an #EnthusiastStory about him!

  • @claudiorodrigues2655
    @claudiorodrigues2655 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing car. I am in ON as well, Ottawa and do have two 750iLs. One is silver with the M Par wheels and the other one blue. Best cars ever made IMHO. The M73 engine is bulletproof if well maintained. Overall a reliable car for sure. Love it.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому

      Very nice! We have another viewer up in that area with a couple classic German cars now including an E38. Hold onto them if you can!

  • @bunni5811
    @bunni5811 9 місяців тому +1

    Such a machine. I love mine!

  • @f1rstclass596
    @f1rstclass596 6 років тому +1

    Very clean and nicely taken care of.

  • @Porsche996driver
    @Porsche996driver 6 років тому +3

    Saw a few of these in Germany back then. Stock suspension is great and cruise 140-150 all day if it's open.

  • @seasidegalaxystreet
    @seasidegalaxystreet 6 років тому +2

    Excellent video. Thank you :)

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      Thanks! We're glad you liked it.

  • @benfoster4271
    @benfoster4271 5 років тому +1

    A truly beautiful car 🚗 I owned a 525 sport i and that was an awesome driving experience can't imagine what that 7 50il was like to drive very jealous

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому +1

      We're pretty jealous too! This car is outstandingly well taken care of and runs beautifully.

  • @dulsaf2630
    @dulsaf2630 5 років тому +2

    I still owned this 750iL 2001 model. Car still works and driven daily, its handling will put any modern car to shame.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому +1

      That's one of the reasons we expect the value of these cars to start trending upward soon.

  • @erich3570
    @erich3570 5 років тому +6

    "holy shit handles" LOL... I like how you slipped that in!!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому

      We used to call them Holy Shit Bars back in high school, but it doesn't quite roll off the tongue the same way.

    • @Med_24
      @Med_24 3 роки тому

      سري يولد

  • @differentcarreview-dcr
    @differentcarreview-dcr 6 років тому +8

    WOW, what a fantastic looking 750iL! Great video as usual! By the way, the car should have EDC suspension from the factory, but now it has conventional-maybe sport? suspension? Because I can't see the cables from the front shock absorbers. And what about the sound insulation compared to the W220. Is this BMW more quiet?

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      This specific car has had the suspension system completely replaced, the shocks/struts are all new so the S-EDC system is no longer operable, however it was optioned from the factory. I'd say the E38 750iL was quieter than the 2004 S430 we reviewed a couple weeks ago, but that S-Class was almost as insulated. Either would be great for quiet driving, but the V12 wins by a hair!

    • @PHOTOCONVENTION
      @PHOTOCONVENTION 5 років тому

      I read this whole comment in your voice!

  • @KiwiGraggle
    @KiwiGraggle 2 роки тому +2

    It still is today, such a good looking motor.

  • @RobBoothAutomotive
    @RobBoothAutomotive 6 років тому +26

    "Holy shit handles" aha! - never heard that before.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +3

      You'll probably hear it more on here! I'm surprised no one else has used that term before.

    • @mariom8734
      @mariom8734 6 років тому +1

      Rob Booth Automotive I can't believe you never heard that either lmao

    • @robertk9753
      @robertk9753 3 роки тому

      Well then you have been living on the moon

  • @lorenzodemartini8666
    @lorenzodemartini8666 6 років тому +1

    Hey can you do a Bmw E30 review as I am really interested in them and I would like to know more about them. Btw I like all your videos keep going man.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      We'd really like to! Just waiting to find one we can feature, we're hoping to get out to some local meets later this month to start meeting some people.

  • @4n0nym0u5
    @4n0nym0u5 4 роки тому +3

    Back when BMW was at their peak. The design is stunning!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому

      This will always be our favourite vehicle from BMW.

  • @jdmark7
    @jdmark7 6 років тому +1

    Great video. Pop the trans into Sport and it'll downshift way faster!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      Definitely, and it'll hold the shifts a little longer too.

  • @Techjunkiero
    @Techjunkiero 4 роки тому +2

    Are those AC Schnitzer wheels? Looks amazing. Great video.

  • @SPEAKTHETRUTH.24.7.
    @SPEAKTHETRUTH.24.7. 3 роки тому +2

    One of the best BMW 7 series... I had a 2000 model 735i V8

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  3 роки тому

      Very nice! We've had the pleasure of featuring quite a bit of content on the E38 7 Series over the years, and still hope to do more of it.

  • @kristianandani2459
    @kristianandani2459 6 років тому +46

    You forgot Michael Douglas in movie "the game" 1997.)))

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      We definitely left out a nice list of E38s hitting the big screen.

    • @EthanGlozman
      @EthanGlozman 6 років тому +1

      PRN And then you remember Taxi (the french movie) which was filled with 500E's :)

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      We'll have to re-watch that one!

    • @kristianandani2459
      @kristianandani2459 6 років тому

      PRN I actually own e38 with the same colour and the year as the bond,and i am looking to buy same type of wheels that was in the movie.))

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      The M Parallel rims are some of the best! Highly recommended to get a set, they look fantastic on the E38 along with almost any other BMW from the era.

  • @indrabendi3300
    @indrabendi3300 6 років тому +1

    great condition 7 series, cool

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      We thought so to! It's in great condition, the owner of this car has spent a lot of time making sure this E38 is perfect, and it's certainly paid off.

  • @ahmadfraidi8472
    @ahmadfraidi8472 4 роки тому +2

    The best classic luxury car that I bought 728il, the pleasure of driving, rest, safety, and few breakdowns ... and I regret selling it after using 4 years and I wish to buy another one .. good luck to all

  • @bmxismylife123
    @bmxismylife123 6 років тому +1

    I'm definitely looking to upgrade to a e38 in the future from my e34. A damn shame I won't find a 750iL in my country though.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      They're pretty hard to come by here as well! Mint examples are priced too high, and the ones in decent shape get picked up quickly.

  • @AsifLicious
    @AsifLicious 6 років тому +1

    Holy fuck I ABSOLUTELY love the way the E38 looks

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      So do we, especially when it's mint like this one!

  • @fil66j
    @fil66j 6 років тому +74

    You should remeber that the gearbox "learns" how you drive. So if you drive like a grandpa, the car feels alot slower. But if you always drive pedal to the metal the car feels a lot faster. My dad had 750 and after a while when he drove like a maniac, the car different. A lot more agressive

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +7

      Interesting to note, we haven't heard about that previously during our research on these cars.

    • @95steeptech
      @95steeptech 6 років тому +1

      fil66j proof?

    • @kristianandani2459
      @kristianandani2459 6 років тому +8

      fil66j you can delete those gearbox configuration,and teach it again.

    • @kristianandani2459
      @kristianandani2459 6 років тому +3

      William Rosen Thats true,gearbox adapts to your driving style.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      Do you know what the process is to reset it?

  • @ZLAKOZILLA
    @ZLAKOZILLA 4 роки тому +1

    Best looking 7 Series

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому

      Can’t beat it, especially with the V12!

  • @Forge17
    @Forge17 6 років тому +1

    The Bond BMW 😍 childhood

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      One of the reasons we fell in love with this car!

  • @youtub3047
    @youtub3047 6 років тому +94

    rip tupac

  • @russianbot8950
    @russianbot8950 6 років тому +5

    7:05 "Get out of my way." That's the BMW attitude!

  • @monni429
    @monni429 4 роки тому +1

    Got one but 1980 and its beautiful

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому

      Very nice! That's a generation we'd love to feature. Hold onto it if you can!

  • @michobebemckawi
    @michobebemckawi 6 років тому +1

    I like this guy! Down to his 2 celebrities choice which are exactly the same as mine!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      Tomorrow Never Dies is still one of my favourite Bond movies, it's just too bad they killed that 750iL off so quickly!

  • @Leo-DaGreek
    @Leo-DaGreek 11 днів тому +1

    It never gets old 🇺🇸🥃❤️

  • @bryanbielka6770
    @bryanbielka6770 Рік тому +1

    I live in a small town in usa Nevada so hard to find a car like this beauty 750il e38 . I have only see one for sale in 6 years around my area. Next time I’ll buy one

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  Рік тому

      They're pretty rare anywhere these days! Hope you can find one.

  • @Roddy_Zeh
    @Roddy_Zeh 5 років тому +4

    I just love the E38 over any other BMW. As much as I also like the E39 5-Series, the E38 is still in a higher spot in my favorites list. They were like "unicorns" here, so difficult to spot one, specially the 750, both SWB and LWB versions, so whenever I saw one, it was like seeing your favorite celebrity or hero, lol.
    Part of my love for this generation was, of course, due to "Tomorrow Never Dies"...such awesome scenes with that silver example...then "The Transporter" a few years later, and again I freaked out seeing it.
    No matter how much better, faster and more advanced the new generations may be; *to me* , the E38 [closely followed by the E32] is the highlight of the 7-Series. I will get one of these one day!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому +1

      Part of the reason this car was and still is so popular was due to its use in films, like 007 and The Transporter. Still see them pop up in smaller productions today!

    • @Roddy_Zeh
      @Roddy_Zeh 5 років тому +1

      Yup! And I'm very glad they still use them...as long as they don't end up destroyed, of course. hehehe
      And you know something interesting? A while ago, I used to prefer Mercedes' M120 engine over the M73, because it was more powerful...but nowadays...I don't think so. The main reason is the smaller displacement. I've seen M73's stroked to 6 liters like the M120 and they put out around the same power levels (beyond 400 hp), sometimes reaching as much as 430 hp (Alpina B12 6.0).
      Sure, I don't know if the M73 can be stroked to beyond 7 liters like the M120 can (7.4 in some engines built by RENNtech, even more than what AMG did!), but that's perfectly fine to me, as well as the simplicity of the simpler, SOHC 2-valve head design.
      The one thing I'd seriously think about doing would be a 6-speed manual conversion just like Frank Martin's car.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому +1

      It's hard to say really which engine is the least problematic, I've heard from people who swear by one over the other, and also from those who've had tonnes of problems with one or the other. The guy with this E38 has a few of them, and he does have a V12 manual swap for at least one of them!

    • @Roddy_Zeh
      @Roddy_Zeh 5 років тому +1

      Talk about a man of culture...XD
      Any chances of reviewing this manual-swapped example in the future?
      Anyway, more and more I'm reading about them and getting to know what I'll be dealing with when the time comes...definitely not an easy task, but neither impossible. BTW, that other vid of yours about the buying guide has been quite useful too, thanks a lot. =) #ThumbsUp

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому +1

      It’s a car we’d love to feature! We just haven’t had a chance to get back to the Toronto area to film anything unfortunately.

  • @Takumichellod
    @Takumichellod 4 роки тому +1

    I love this car so much

  • @emilnikolov8213
    @emilnikolov8213 5 років тому +3

    Great car. If the car had stock suspension and stock tires the car would drive so much better. I would never had changed the suspension and put big rims. Especially living in Canada where the roads are not that good. I would love for you to test drive an E32 750il in hte future.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому

      We agree! we like our E38 as original as possible, but always try to respect the mods others choose for their own rides. We have had a couple owners of E32s reach out back in Toronto, so we're hopeful we can make a trip back there to film one!

  • @andreyavias4355
    @andreyavias4355 6 років тому +1

    Love this car

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      So do we! This is definitely one of the best examples we've seen!

  • @hcharles33
    @hcharles33 4 роки тому +1

    One of the best bmw series ever

  • @ThePerfectionOfLexus
    @ThePerfectionOfLexus 5 років тому +1

    Wasn't the delamination ONLY an issue on the protected glazing (S357A)?
    The insulated glazing (S352A) I suppose didn't have this issue, correct me if I'm wrong.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому

      Anything but the basic single pane windows from what I understand. Depends on how the climate they've been in also, as I've seen some examples on a number of different E38s.

  • @j0nnY77x
    @j0nnY77x 6 років тому +1

    What products do you use to clean the leather seats and interior on these bmws?my 740il has black leather and when I used a wipe it seemed like I was removing the black off instead of dirt.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      We used to use Meguiar's leather cleaner and microfibre towels to clean them up, it does a decent job of getting coffee spots and light dirt off, however we haven't found something that works best for deeper stains and dirt.

  • @gilsonvargconceicao564
    @gilsonvargconceicao564 5 років тому

    obra de arte 😍😍

  • @t.l.robinson2162
    @t.l.robinson2162 3 роки тому +1

    Since I last messaged you I have replaced the drivetrain in my 2001 740iL with the drivetrain from a 2019 Alpina B7. Now instead of a gentleman's car, I now have a gentleman's hotrod.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  3 роки тому +1

      Nice! How hard was it to get everything to fit and work?

    • @t.l.robinson2162
      @t.l.robinson2162 3 роки тому

      @@PRNTestDrive very easy when you have a donor car. I miss my M Parallel wheels tho. They wouldn't fit with the B7 brakes.

  • @nostress1193
    @nostress1193 3 роки тому +2

    Absolutely a great car, i drive a E38 for 23 years. But the ultimate driving machine is the Alpina B12 6.0 li.

  • @7674Princess
    @7674Princess 6 років тому +2

    Its The Best Car I Have Ever Owned !

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +2

      I bet! These cars are truly fantastic even at 16-22 years now.

  • @34REDCOW34
    @34REDCOW34 6 років тому +1

    Greeting From Norway !

  • @sveta-sasha4701
    @sveta-sasha4701 3 роки тому +1

    I had a 730I, was a beast

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  3 роки тому +1

      Very nice! I’d love to try out some of those smaller engine options that we didn’t get here in North America.

  • @bySumar
    @bySumar 5 років тому

    closing the sunroof cover also reduces noise dramatically

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому

      If you're referring to B-Roll shots we took of the car, they're just b-roll shots. No audio is ever recorded for our show with the windows or sunroof open, unless we specifically mention like with the 300 E episode we did, or the SL 550 which had it's roof down.

  • @djtheob01
    @djtheob01 5 років тому +1

    Hi, nice video. I had one of these, awesome car! What size AC Schnitzer rims are they?

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому

      I believe the owner said they were 19" if I'm not mistaken.

    • @djtheob01
      @djtheob01 5 років тому +1

      Thanks for you're quick reply bro. I had the 20" alpena rims and although they look phat the ride wasn't that smooth. 19" AC's or even 18" M-Sport rims are the way to go. In fact there's a saying.... 20" all show, no go.

    • @djtheob01
      @djtheob01 5 років тому +1

      Those AC's look sick on that 750il!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому

      Especially on a car like this, an 18” rim already has a pretty low profile tire, anything more and you’ll start to lose on ride feel. Hell even the M Pars aren’t ideal for smooth driving, one of the reasons why the 1997 Mercedes S 600 we featured came with 16” rims from the factory.

    • @djtheob01
      @djtheob01 5 років тому

      Yep, more cushion for the pushin

  • @mousaabdulateef9205
    @mousaabdulateef9205 4 роки тому

    احلى سيارة ...فيديو رائع

  • @rollotomassi8251
    @rollotomassi8251 2 роки тому +1

    Currently own 1995 740. 180 k miles. Contenplating to lvl up to a 1998 750.
    The 2 ECU and watercooled alternator scares me a bit. Only 1 for sale in my country, Sweden. Is it worth it ?
    Thank you

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  2 роки тому +1

      It might be, it depends on whether or not you can afford it to be in the shop, not necessarily a monetary 'afford', but the time you're without a car.

  • @ivanjimenez1686
    @ivanjimenez1686 4 роки тому

    ese auto me recuerda a los años 2000 cuando recien los autos se estaban modernizando y britney spears

  • @ahmadfraidi8472
    @ahmadfraidi8472 3 роки тому +1

    The best car I bought to this day is safety, comfort, driving pleasure, the best production without breakdowns and high quality ... Good luck to all

  • @frasergillan8084
    @frasergillan8084 4 роки тому +1

    Hey, great video. What size are these AC Schnitzer type 3 alloys on this? Size/width and ET would be great 👌🏻

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому

      I don't have those exact specs handy, I thought someone mentioned what they thought they might be in the comments. Rims are 19" if I recall from memory correctly.

    • @frasergillan8084
      @frasergillan8084 4 роки тому

      PRN_TestDrive Thanks for the response 👍🏻 Looking at buying a set for my low mileage 750iL in the UK and notice the ET must be quite low / what it needs to be for the car; however, I can’t get anything below ET 43 over here which wont look as good... Love the tobacco interior in this!

  • @TheGamecheater100
    @TheGamecheater100 6 років тому +1

    so are there any big differences between this old model and the 2017 one?

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      Quite a few, but we'd have to get a G12 760Li to truly compare. The 2016 750Li we featured last year has a lot more going for it, aside from all the safety tech like blind spot monitoring, active lane keep assist, and collision avoidance, the G12 also has optional active cruise control, night vision, self parking/remote start via the smart key, wireless phone charging, bluetooth audio, rear seat controls for phone, navigation, and media. The list truly goes on for the new one, and the V12 of the new generation would have even more standard features along with wood and leather throughout.

  • @Schnupfmajor
    @Schnupfmajor 6 років тому

    Der 750 ist dein tolles Fahrzeug! Und auf der Autobahn kann Er zeigen was Er kann !

  • @Tavarish21
    @Tavarish21 11 місяців тому +1

    Best 7 ever made

  • @luvthepie
    @luvthepie 2 роки тому +1

    Loved my 2001 - - last year they made THAT model - - best looking BM'r EVER - - love my 2015 750Li - but.........still liked my other body WAY MORE! Put on over 208k miles on it WITH the original transmission still in tact! AWESOME CAR that was - - hated selling it but didn't need 3 cars! UGH!

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  2 роки тому

      Nice! Glad to hear it worked out well for you. Nothing quite feels like a 90s/early 2000s era BMW.

  • @nelenedic
    @nelenedic 4 роки тому +1

    Best car ever. Best in the best

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому

      We absolutely love the E38, always happy when people share that passion!

  • @mohammada.siddiqui4086
    @mohammada.siddiqui4086 4 роки тому +1

    Can I find 2000 or 2001 model of BMW 7 series in such great condition

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому +1

      They exist, sites like BringATrailer.com usually get pristine examples like this from time to time. I also find really clean examples on eBay, but they command a high price tag.

  • @edwinmorales8871
    @edwinmorales8871 4 роки тому +1

    I want one of this so bad

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому

      They're getting harder to find unfortunately. If you get the opportunity to buy one you should!

  • @1995RangeRover
    @1995RangeRover 6 років тому +1

    Sweet!

  • @JustKrypt1X
    @JustKrypt1X Рік тому

    Just add s777 rims and it will look awesome

  • @YourTypicalAverageAsianGuy
    @YourTypicalAverageAsianGuy 4 роки тому +1

    Only if BMW had the same quality they had back then and have the same quality now. And improve there reliability 🤣
    I love your reviews I'm new but this was one of the best reviews I've seen
    You earned yourself a sub

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому

      I really appreciate that, thanks! We had a blast filming this car, the owner is a fantastic collection of these older BMWs and it's always a treat being able to feature one.

    • @xavierhimes163
      @xavierhimes163 4 роки тому

      @@PRNTestDrive Great video. I like the BMV 7er E38 and E65 but I also have a question. Can the seatbelt height be adjusted on the E38 or does it adjust itself based on the position of the seat?

  • @brokearcader6625
    @brokearcader6625 4 роки тому +1

    Man I found one of these for 3k in my hometown but idk if I want to risk buying a v12 and end up putting a shit ton of money into it even tho it looks super clean idk how it's been treated since 2000

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому

      A trusted third-party mechanic is your best friend in a case like that. Service history is also crucial, giving you a better idea of what's been done so you could prepare for what's to come.

  • @francispowell1811
    @francispowell1811 4 роки тому

    You could have at least washed your car before parking alongside to the 750.
    How much is the handling affected by the heavier V12?

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому +1

      Washed it? It was man, plus I drove 70km to meet up to film this. This isn’t Top Gear, it’s one person filming a video for you to watch and enjoy for free. Whining isn’t necessary, nor is it appreciated.

  • @BlacKi-nd4uy
    @BlacKi-nd4uy 6 років тому +3

    I like the amber turn indicator. just white looks not original, some kind of "tuned".

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      It definitely feels like that to us too, the clear(ish) US spec ones look strange, but the full amber corners look good on this car.

  • @OLLIEHEELANDTOE
    @OLLIEHEELANDTOE 6 років тому +1

    if its lowered surely it doesn't have SEDC anymore?

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      That's correct! The owner replaced the original kit with BC coil overs which eliminated the S-EDC functionality.

  • @t.l.robinson2162
    @t.l.robinson2162 3 роки тому +1

    The BMW used in the James Bond movie was actually a 740iL rebadged as a 750iL.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  3 роки тому

      It definitely was! That's a car I'd love to feature on this show 😀

  • @DanielStance97
    @DanielStance97 6 років тому +1

    If it wasn't for the fact that both 740i and 750i are pretty rare in my country, I'd sell my 740i Sport for a 750i any day.
    Despite being old, and having 12 cylinders, I trust the M73 more than the M62TU.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      So do we, during our ownership and over the course of the research we've done for the E38 videos we've produced we've found the same thing, the M73 engine has less problems than the M62, although maintenance costs are higher for the V12 as it's a bigger engine.

    • @DanielStance97
      @DanielStance97 6 років тому

      True, but I doubt they are that much bigger. Atleast not big enough for it to not be worth it.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      Just in terms of serviceable/replaceable parts like the spark plugs and MAFs. Most people end up with a nice surprise with either car when they have to grab spark plugs at $15 each!

  • @husseinadib7666
    @husseinadib7666 6 років тому +1

    If you compare it to your 740
    please drag them. i know it's not your thing, but I would love to see that

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      We would have loved to also, however it wasn't really possible for us to make it happen given our filming limitations. The Showdown between the 750iL and 740iL goes live tomorrow, hopefully it will be good enough without the drag haha!

  • @emilschaller8181
    @emilschaller8181 6 років тому +2

    The beautiful

  • @cliffreginaldmagara8873
    @cliffreginaldmagara8873 5 років тому +1

    thinking about buying that car, the only problem it has is gearbox, any pointers on gearbox changing

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому

      My best bet would be to look at some of the BMW forums like bimmerforums.com and see what others might have done. If you're looking to replace it with something that wasn't originally offered on the E38 there might be some options, as people have swapped in GM LS engines into these cars.

    • @cliffreginaldmagara8873
      @cliffreginaldmagara8873 5 років тому

      Which one is that? GM LS?

  • @mwambachanda1823
    @mwambachanda1823 6 років тому +1

    PRN please do a video Mercedes W125

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      We did film a 1988 560SEL back in November however this coming Monady we'll be publishing a new video on it and a 300SE we filmed.

    • @mwambachanda1823
      @mwambachanda1823 6 років тому

      PRN ok great sounds good.

  • @gg7642
    @gg7642 5 років тому +1

    I have this car(v12,5389,322hp) , but 1996 model , what your opinion about this car ??

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому +1

      It's the original Ultimate Driving Machine, and still lives up to that name today. From what we've researched aside from aesthetic differences throughout the years any E38 V12 is as good as any other. If we had the budget to own one of these we absolutely would!

    • @gg7642
      @gg7642 5 років тому

      Budget 🤑🤑🤔🤔

  • @guillaumejoly4013
    @guillaumejoly4013 4 роки тому +1

    love car its good e38 v12

  • @truelegendinblack
    @truelegendinblack 6 років тому +17

    2pac got shot in this

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +3

      That's true, it was! I believe his was a 95 so the headlights were rectangular, but aside form that it was the 750iL through and through.

    • @truelegendinblack
      @truelegendinblack 6 років тому

      PRN - Perpetual Radio Networks yeah cause he died in 96

    • @sonnyblack0870
      @sonnyblack0870 4 роки тому

      JDMxlove 2Pac got shot a lot so it’s not all that surprising...

  • @garrettdodson6110
    @garrettdodson6110 6 років тому +1

    It's funny because Mercedes Benz first started using dual pane windows on the W140 S class production year 1992. Long before BMW ever did.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      We're really hoping to be able to feature a W140 soon! Maybe even have the opportunity to film an S600 and see what that V12 was made of.

    • @garrettdodson6110
      @garrettdodson6110 6 років тому +1

      PRN I have a 1997 S500 with 278,000 miles on the clock and it runs like an absolute top. The M119 V-8 engine is an amazing machine, but the M120, that's a whole Other beast and truly an engineering masterpiece

    • @Exekutioncro
      @Exekutioncro 5 років тому

      BMW used it on E32 aswell ... production began in 1986

  • @iandanton1337
    @iandanton1337 6 років тому +3

    I had the choice between this and a 2008 Ford Fusion for my first car. My first priority at the time was a good sound system, so i chose the ford. Boy do i feel stupid 6 years later

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      The audio on the E38 is definitely a weak point, with the DSP subwoofer system you're very limited with upgradable options. We're hoping to get some work done on the speakers on ours as they sound terrible.

  • @riffriff4347
    @riffriff4347 2 місяці тому +1

    I buy it one 750IL with bulletproof glass from rich old women what a beast of a car

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  2 місяці тому

      Interesting car to own for an old woman but hope it works out for you!

  • @billyshattered2467
    @billyshattered2467 4 роки тому +1

    How do starters sound like that?

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому

      That's just part of the uniqueness that comes with BMW's V12, sounds really cool in person too!

  • @cagrikartal96
    @cagrikartal96 6 років тому +3

    Hi
    I love waching your videos.I have the same car here in France, 2000 750IL with every thing from the factory. I have 3 questions if you dont mind. Could you tell me the model of the suspentions? as it is pretty hard to find for edc equipped models. And could you tell me the size of the rims? ( looks like 19") and how it performs during tight turns?( if tires are touching the sides or something), and lastly; what is the chippest way to plug in a usb port in the trunk instead of the cd changer that never works? With a dsp equipped car its impossible to find something online.
    Thank you in advance
    Erek

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      Hey there, we'll certainly do our best to answer everything! The owner of this car replaced the original S-EDC system with BC coil-overs which allows him to manually adjust the ride height where the S-EDC connectors used to go. The ACS rims are 19" and they didn't seem to affect the performance of our drive, although we were limited to public roads so we couldn't really push the car to the limits. The ride quality with the rims and suspension felt very similar to our 740iL in the sense that no negative feel was experienced.
      As for the USB port, there's a device called GROM which many E38 and older BMW enthusiasts have opted for in order to get Aux, USB, and Bluetooth into their older cars. From my understanding the device plugs into where the CD changer would go and allows you to run interface connections to the front of the car, but requires some work. It should be completely DSP compatible, it's something we've been thinking about doing if we ever upgrade/repair the speakers on our E38.

    • @cagrikartal96
      @cagrikartal96 6 років тому

      PRN Thanks a lot, looking forward to hifi upgrade video if you ever get a chance to do.
      Take a look at my videos i have a few 750i e38(my old car) and 750il e38(my daily current car) videos that i ve filmed for fun.
      Take care
      Erek

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      Will do!

  • @TheRafage
    @TheRafage 4 роки тому +1

    Ça va trop bien aux gros les berlines !! La série 7 la meilleure !!

  • @jetknight5051
    @jetknight5051 4 роки тому +1

    THE 1986 BMW 750IL TUPAC WAS SADLY SHOT IN is at a price tag for $1,750,000.00 million dollors but last I heard might be at $ 1.5 million dollars ? completely restored. .. it is in Vegas
    " celebrity cars" .. if instead you can see it in person. .

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  4 роки тому +1

      It's come up in conversation on our videos from time to time. I think the price is pretty high for it, but to the right buyer it could be worth it.

    • @jetknight5051
      @jetknight5051 4 роки тому

      @@PRNTestDrive I just like the rims. .. they are asking a lot. .

    • @Long-nd8bq
      @Long-nd8bq Рік тому

      1996 not 1986

  • @Leo-DaGreek
    @Leo-DaGreek 18 днів тому +1

    I love my E-38 2001 750-IL🤠🥃🇺🇸😊

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  11 днів тому

      Hold onto it as long as you can!

    • @Leo-DaGreek
      @Leo-DaGreek 11 днів тому +1

      @@PRNTestDrive I’m trying my hardest to keep her!!,iv got 4- cars,But she he 750 is my favorite because i brought it back after sitting 7 -8 years!!Liquid Molly,tune up,2- batteries,fuel pump Rad,fuel line,new tires, the only reason I bought her because of the V-12,used car lot didn’t know what they really had!!!it took me a year to purchased her,during Covid !!After a complete Detailing she looks amazing clear coat is gone In some places,but no body damage & the interior is Stunning!!!Crome package 🥃TX

  • @jahanzebmalik6085
    @jahanzebmalik6085 5 років тому +1

    Jason Stathom must have fought with the director not blow the E38 but he did it once Jason went for a quick break 😎

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  5 років тому

      Worst part of the Transporter when that poor E38 was destroyed. Same goes for Tomorrow Never Dies.

  • @gunguy8348
    @gunguy8348 4 роки тому

    I had a 740il 2001 best car they made wish they still did. Only can keep an 01 running without going broke. New ones look like garbage compared to these years.

  • @aleks0001
    @aleks0001 6 років тому +6

    "You feel more of the road". Maybe has something to do with the huge ass wheels and tiny tires.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому

      Similar experience with standard setup on our 740iL which we'll be going over Thursday with our E38 Showdown.

    • @aleks0001
      @aleks0001 6 років тому +1

      I really can't imagine that a car with 18's, 45 profile tires will feel the same as a car with lowered suspension 20's and 30's. In saying that I haven't driven either so I can't really compare. But just looking at your camera bouncing around compared to your own 740il it is a big difference.

    • @PRNTestDrive
      @PRNTestDrive  6 років тому +1

      The roads we were on weren't great, and you'll see in the Showdown on Thursday that the camera shakes just as much with our 740iL. The V12's got high quality suspension parts on there, plus they're almost brand-new whereas ours has seen quite a lot of mileage.