The BMW 7 SERIES (2008-13) 740I 4DR SALOON 3.0 326 EU5 AUTO is a large, petrol-powered luxury saloon: BMW’s flagship, aimed at buyers wanting comfort and presence rather than a compact runabout. In the UK it sits alongside executive-class rivals such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Audi A8 in its class. With a smooth automatic gearbox, brisk performance and a spacious, refined cabin, this 740i suits business journeys, motorway miles and owners who carry passengers. It is less suited to new drivers or tight budgets: its size and luxury-car upkeep deserve consideration. Its blend of power and comfort makes it a distinctive choice. mycarcheck.com records 39 look-ups covering 16 distinct VINs, a snapshot based on a modest sample. Checks show an average private-sale value of £5,400, recorded mileage of 113,000 and annual use of 7,000 miles; cars had about 3.9 previous keepers on average. These figures help frame expectations, not guarantee any car’s condition.