09-15-2010, 11:26 PM
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Location: Kirkland, WA to Alexandria, VA - Now in Marysville, WA
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Originally Posted by FSETH
I agree that the gas mileage isn't a huge issue when you are talking about cars in this range anyway. Funny thing though is that the heavier, newer 750il you are referring to actually gets better mpg's than my dad older, lighter one. Plus, It may be worth it to someone to give up 3-4 mpg's to have the more naturally balanced, silky smooth v12.
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Being a BMW mechanic and having worked in both engine bays, knowing what each vehicle will incrimentally cost over long term ownership, the cost of ownership vs powertrain difference hasn't swayed me to wish I had bought a 750iL over my 740iL. Now the newer ones with twin turbo, that's a switch I'd be willing to make...but soon enough mine with be single or twin as well, so we'll see where the HP numbers fall when it's all said and done with my car vs a new one.
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