I got a discontinued Craftsman hydraulic jack from Sears a few years ago for $12 on clearance.

I've heard good things about Torin

I use an aluminum floor jack from Harbor Freight and it works very well.

Best part about it is it is small and can be transported very easily.

Not to hijack the thread, but a related question.

Is there a center jacking point on the front of the E70 to use to raise both of the front wheels?

Yes.

Do you know where it might be?

Pics from another forum

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/att...5&d=1229910996

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/att...4&d=1229910996

It is pretty easy to find the front centre jacking point. It is in the centre, up front. Every one of my BMW vehicles has had the same jacking point in the same location. The photos LPMM attached should help.