8 series advice please

[ardvaark]

Anyone out there run an 840?
I'm thinking of getting one and wondered what pitfalls there may be.

[lrussell5]

not had one personally but have two friends with. very reliable, tried & trusted BMW mechanicals, nice drive etc..Only gripe is non-existent rear legroom. Great 2nd hand buy, good luck.....

[Marshy]

I've heard that they're very hard on consumables - brakes, suspension, etc.

I used to be on very good terms with my local BMW service manager (had to be with a high miles E38 730i), and they used to gouge around a grand per service out of 8 series owners.

I'd love one, and they're phenomenal value second hand, but the potential running costs scare the crap out of me.

[Bodo]

I've driven all 8' BMWs, and IMHO the 840Ci (late 4.4litre) with 6speed box is best value; however 5sp. auto box is well developed.

There is a brilliant web-site about all 8' BMWs:

www.bmw850.de/

The site has everything from what I expect from complete information

[Bodo]

Forgot; could be useful:

Figures for RHD models

1473 840Ci 4.4 were made; (3 with man/box) between 1995...99

970 840Ci 4.0 were made; (54 with man/box) between 1993...96

3004 cars out of 30609 (all 8' Series) were shipped to Great Britain.


>> Edited by Bodo on Sunday 7th July 01:29

[gadgit]

Got a 6 series at the moment, thinking of getting one myself, But! my friend runs a 840 and says that the cost of parts even concern him and he worked for BMW.

But if you can get a low miler with FBMWSH they are fantastic value for money. just remember what it cost when new, and its not quite so bad.

good luck mate.

gadgit.

[ardvaark]

Yeah, I had a 635 for 4 years. Had to spend a fair ammount on it. An exhaust was the best part of a grand. I don't expect 8's are any cheaper.