Newb here: Looking at a 2007 E70 4.8i tomorrow............

[FreddyG]

Originally Posted by WildClyde

I purchased a used 2007 E70 4.8i three weeks ago from Crevier BMW in Santa Ana, CA. It has almost every option.

Things to look for:
-3rd row seatbelt retainer clips broken off - mine were
-examine the front fender bolts under the hood to see if they have been loosened - the implication is that there has been body work if the paint on the bolts has been disturbed.
-three sets of carpet mats should be present including the mats for the third row seats - mine were missing until I made the dealer find them.
-check to see that two plastic velcro tabs that hold the front carpets down to the floor are present on the driver and passenger side. They break when car wash guys get aggressive with the carpets.
-check to see if the tires are new. Tires on this puppy are very expensive.
-check to see if you have two headsets and one remote control for the rear entertainment system. - mine were missing until I made the dealer find them.
-insist on an updated 2009 Navigation DVD
-determine if the extended service contract is included or if you have to purchase. The list price for this is approximately $1800. This extends the free service past the 4 year deadline.
-determine the build date. If prior to 4/07, you can't add iPod compatibility without replacing the built-in CD changer.
-check to see if the license plate number has been added to the in-car BMW Assist profile. This has to be done by the dealer and often isn't done.

Problems that I had after I took delivery - all fixed by BMW under warranty but all could have been discovered by the dealer's service department and fixed prior to CPO certification:
-interior light bulbs burned out
-Voice Activation System not functioning
-2009 Navigation DVD could not be read - nav DVD drive replaced
-front sway bar broken - had to be replaced - symptom is a clunk whenever going over a bump
-front hood loose and bouncing when going over a bump
-engine compartment to air filter barrier had broken off and was resting on the top of the engine
-hesitation when accelerating from a stop - reprogramming fixed this
-battery went dead - purchased a BMW battery tender and now charge the battery once every two weeks. - was told the car has to be driven at least 80 miles per week. I followed the dealer's advice to always lock the car in the garage to shut the electronics off.


Conclusion:
AFTER I HAD ALL OF THE ISSUES FIXED, I LOVE THIS CAR, AND WOULD RECOMMEND IT TO ANYONE.

Let me know how you make out...

Thanks WildClyde!

I Appreciate all of the typing and the review! I wouldn't have thought of quite a few of those things! I'll Definitely let you know how we make out! The dealer said that it'll be arriving tomorrow, but he also said that Wednesday................ We'll see!

Thanks again Guys!