The BMW 7 SERIES (1995-02) 740I 4DR SALOON 4.4 AUTO is a large, prestigious four-door saloon, sitting at the luxury end of the UK used-car market. It was designed to carry passengers in comfort rather than squeeze into city parking spaces, and its automatic gearbox suits relaxed, effortless journeys. With a 4.4-litre engine, this 740i is best suited to drivers seeking a roomy, refined long-distance car, or an impressive classic for occasional use; running costs are unlikely to match a small family hatchback. Against Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Jaguar saloon rivals, the BMW is known for understated style and a confident, comfortable drive. mycarcheck.com records 235 look-ups covering 79 distinct VINs, giving a sample of interest in this older model. Checked examples averaged 130,000 miles, around 5,000 miles a year and more than five previous keepers; the average private-sale valuation recorded was £800. Treat these figures as check data, not a guaranteed price.