1998 BMW 740il

$6,899
from
1
listings
$7K–$7K
price range
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High$6,899
From$6,899
Avg Mileage175,000 mi
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BMW 740il Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

The 1998 BMW 740il's low safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 37 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
37
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1998 BMW 740il has accumulated 37 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine and engine cooling leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine And Engine Cooling7
02Fuel System, Gasoline5
03Power Train4
04Electrical System2
05Suspension2
37 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW 740il Fuel Economy

18mpg combined
·
15city
·
22hwy
·
$3,750/yr

At 18 MPG combined, the 1998 BMW 740il delivers consistent fuel economy. Budget accordingly.

740il - Automatic 5-spd
18mpg
4.4L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city22 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1998 BMW 740il

6States

If you're near California, you're in luck: 30% of listings are there. But with 6 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1998.

1998 BMW 740il: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 1998 BMW 740il a good car to buy?

The 1998 BMW 740il has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report engine and engine cooling as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 BMW 740il?

The 1998 BMW 740il delivers 18 MPG combined per EPA testing. The fuel economy breakdown has city and highway numbers.

What are common problems with the 1998 BMW 740il?

Out of 37 owner complaints, engine and engine cooling issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 1998 compare to other BMW 740il years?

Each BMW 740il model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the BMW 740il overview page.

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