What's it worth ?

[wp935]

A 2000 740iL is available for sale by a neighbor. It is real clean, good color combination, good paperwork, serviced by the dealer, BMW certified post lease return. Clearly it has been well taken care of.
Looks like a 75k car, not the 175k shown on the odometer. It has a bad power steering pump at the moment, not a big deal to repair. Other than the bad pump, it appears everything else works.
The owner has lost interest and is hinting he wants to get rid of it.
I have not taken it to a local shop for a PPI , thought I might get some info here before I take the next step.
Any unique problems or items to look out for with this year and model ?
What's it worth ?

Thanks,

WP

[Jared at Pelican Parts]

Has he given an actual price?

[shogun]

This is J.Carey’s list of things to check:

Has the radiator been replaced? If so, when?
Are the pixels working in the instrument cluster display and MID?
Does the front suspension making any noises? Any work done to it?
Have the water pump/thermostat been replaced yet? If so, when?
Have the catalytic converters been replaced?
Check the function of every electrical do-dad before you buy it. They can drive you nuts and cost plenty out of warranty to get right. Seat controls and memories (and steering wheel memory modules) fail from time to time so makes sure these work. CD changers, radio, NAV.
Check window shades for noise and/or function,
Radio AM/FM good reception or not? If the windows are tinted make sure about AM reception.
Plus all the normal used car stuff: brakes, engine oil leaks, power steering function and leaks, coolant leaks and running temp, AC/Heat function, tires, wheels, exhaust.

"Scott" posted this list:
1. Loosing pixel display in temperature, mileage display.
2. Catalytic converters failing
3. Power steering hoses leaking
4. Cup holders failing
5. Engine block problems in years 93-95.
6. Oil pump bolts backing out
7. Radiator failures. Plastic neck breaking.
8. A/C stepper motors failing.
9. Original Water pumps with plastic impellers failing
10. Coolant thermostat failing
11. Poor quality jack
12. Electric cooling fan failing in year 98 and newer
13. Sunroof wind noise
14. CD player skipping in models older than 97
15. A/C temperature displays failing in 93-95
16. Phones not being upgradeable without major cost or modifications
17. A/C drain lines need re-routing to stop gurgling sound