735/745 real world mpg

[320cab]

Hi

Currently looking at buying a used 7 series and was wondering if anybody could tell me what sort of mpg they are getting.

I see BMW state 26.9 mpg for the 735 and 25.9 mpg for the 745, do people on here get this sort of mpg

Also anything I should be looking out for, I'm currently looking at cars between 2002 and 2004

Thanks

[cat220]

I've ran a 745i for nearly 4 years now.

Great cars, expect around 19-21mpg around town (closer to 19) on a run anything between 27-30mpg. The 4.4 v8 is a great match for the car. Mine is a 2003 model, a good service history is essential.

I've been saying I'm selling mine for something that I can carry a dog and baby in but just never get round to it. I just dont see anything out there to replace it with.

Any questions just ask.

Cheers,
C

[Deano_BMW]

as above. My 745i averaged 24.9 overall under my ownership. could easily see high 20's on a run.

[320cab]

Thanks for the answers...

Another question, how is the 7 when it comes to servicing? I'm assuming parts are more expensive, but for standard stuff like an oil service or inspection is it much more expensive than a 3 or a 5

Thanks

[Deano_BMW]

Cost me the same to service at my local Indy as all my 5 series have. That said its marginally more than a 6 cylinder car and again over a 4 cylinder car (more oil etc).

[cat220]

I've stuck with main dealer and don't find it too bad. Tyres again aren't too bad either, I've 19" alloys on mine and tyres are about 150-170 per corner.