7 Series Wed, 13 May 2026 18:44:57 +0000 Wed, 13 May 2026 18:44:57 +0000 BMWLand https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?forums/7-series.14/ Sun, 30 Mar 2025 17:28:25 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/hello-after-quite-some-time.5480/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/hello-after-quite-some-time.5480/ invalid@example.com (megae39fan) megae39fan
Haven't been on the forum for a couple of years, good to see the familiar names still updating regularly!

My experience on the BMWLand since 2010 has been extremely good and always had great advice from knowledgable members.

I own Retro Classics in Bradford (retroclassicautomotive on IG), West Yorkshire - 80s, 90s and 00s cars I showcase and sell. We have exhibited cars at the BMW meets at Gaydon a couple of times and will be there this year too.

Plus over the...

Hello after quite some time....]]> 10 Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:47:28 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/f01-yellow-grommet-replacement.5415/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/f01-yellow-grommet-replacement.5415/ invalid@example.com (maljumper) maljumper After the heavy rain from the storm the other week my rear passenger footwear was under a couple of inches of water.
Digging about on here I figured it was the infamous Yellow Grommet at fault.

Took the plastic cover off and although the Grommet wasn't as badly degraded as some I've seen pics of, the main culprit was the little white drain that was blocked with crud. View attachment 10489
Here's the plastic cover alongside the...

F01 Yellow Grommet replacement]]> Tue, 25 Oct 2022 08:53:57 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/745li-fix-it-or-sell-it.4783/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/745li-fix-it-or-sell-it.4783/ invalid@example.com (Jaycee) Jaycee
As can be seen from my previous topic in this section about the problems I've had with a simple park position fault in the gearbox, my initial intention was to sell the car with the gearbox fault, which is apparently a fault within the mechatronics unit. I have another couple of cars so I don't need the 745, which I bought in 2011 and has never let me down when in use and has seen me through over 100,000...

745Li - Fix It Or Sell It?]]> 6 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 18:54:39 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/2014-740d-suspension-problems-recommend-repairers-please.4752/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/2014-740d-suspension-problems-recommend-repairers-please.4752/ invalid@example.com (Matthew Fenton) Matthew Fenton
I have problems with my 2014 740D rear air suspension; both struts are deflating within 24 hours of the air pump filling them up. I've tried to find a garage in Cheshire that has experience with this issue e.g. replacing the struts but I'm having no luck! I don't want to go to the local BMW dealer as they are terrible! Can anyone recommend a garage who can help?]]> 3 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 01:28:14 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/e66-745li-park-position-error.4362/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/e66-745li-park-position-error.4362/ invalid@example.com (Jaycee) Jaycee
Has anyone else experienced this before?]]> 7 Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:59:00 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/new-i7.4356/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/new-i7.4356/ invalid@example.com (The_Master) The_Master
https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/bmw/7...mw-7-series-line-will-include-all-electric-i7

If these renders are correct can't see it being a big seller....]]> 3 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 23:12:50 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/cross-post-from-cotswold-bmw-section-any-ideas.3810/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/cross-post-from-cotswold-bmw-section-any-ideas.3810/ invalid@example.com (David) David https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/help-with-part-please.3809/]]> 5 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 22:52:43 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/e65-730d-sport-facelift.3437/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/e65-730d-sport-facelift.3437/ invalid@example.com (megae39fan) megae39fan
Taking its place is a 2005 E65 730d sport in Sterling Grey with black leathers. 102k on the clock and a full SH. Got a good deal on the big 7.

The Mrs really liked this 7 and it will be her daily car (I have the Z4 to keep me mobile), it's an impressive package. Looks good with the 20" wheels and the grey on black combo is nice.

The only downside is the fact you can't connect your phone to the car without an expensive bluetooth...

E65 730D Sport Facelift]]> 32 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 15:55:04 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/ownership-diary-bmw-e38-750i-individual-e38-750il.2816/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/ownership-diary-bmw-e38-750i-individual-e38-750il.2816/ invalid@example.com (megae39fan) megae39fan
The first is an E38 750i Individual, in Oxford Green Metallic with Mustard Comfort Seats

The second is an E38 750iL in Sorrentbleau Metallic with Sand Beige Comfort Seats

The plan is to bring both up to scratch and then enjoy them.

After they have been restored I may part with the 750iL, however I plan to keep the SWB as it has my favourite colour combination and is a real credit to its former...

Ownership Diary - BMW E38 750i Individual & E38 750iL]]> 22 Fri, 12 Jun 2020 11:57:14 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/f01-740d.764/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/f01-740d.764/ invalid@example.com (B21playa) B21playa
Bit quiet in the 7 sub-forum, anyway considering a 740d and wanted to know if there was anything to look out for?

Thanks]]> 1 Fri, 05 Jun 2020 09:03:19 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/ignition-fault.3335/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/ignition-fault.3335/ invalid@example.com (Bimmerfactor) Bimmerfactor
Ignition fault]]> 4 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 14:37:12 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/bowden-cables.2941/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/bowden-cables.2941/ invalid@example.com (David) David
does anyone know if the cables can be adjusted or it’s better to just replace?

part numbers:

front: 51217175734
Rear: 51227138403

will cotswald a shout too.]]> 1 Thu, 05 Sep 2019 20:15:18 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/e38-750i-swb-fuel-line-replacement.2841/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/e38-750i-swb-fuel-line-replacement.2841/ invalid@example.com (megae39fan) megae39fan
My question is, is it possible to replace these hoses with modern fuel lines? If so, does anyone know the inner and outer diameter of the fuel pipes I need and anywhere reputable I can source them? I have seen various places selling fuel...

E38 750i SWB fuel line replacement]]> 2 Thu, 05 Sep 2019 05:25:44 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/pre-facelift-750il-individual-vermont-green.2835/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/pre-facelift-750il-individual-vermont-green.2835/ invalid@example.com (megae39fan) megae39fan
Thought I'd share some pics....

Pre facelift 750iL Individual - Vermont Green]]> 4 Mon, 26 Aug 2019 23:06:16 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/e38-750il-pre-facelift.2807/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/e38-750il-pre-facelift.2807/ invalid@example.com (megae39fan) megae39fan
Got it for next to nothing (sub £2k), so couldn't resist a twin for the impending 750i Individual SWB.

Collecting tmrw....

E38 750iL Pre Facelift]]> 4 Fri, 23 Aug 2019 09:09:55 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/what-do-you-think-of-this.2796/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/what-do-you-think-of-this.2796/ invalid@example.com (megae39fan) megae39fan
Thoughts?

Two words, E38 V12...

What do you think of this?]]> 14 Mon, 06 May 2019 09:05:04 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/brightening-replacing-halo-bulbs.2589/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/brightening-replacing-halo-bulbs.2589/ invalid@example.com (David) David
I have a 2009 F01 730D and i'm looking to rid the halos of the current yellow tinge look to something more bright, like the newer ones.

I've read so many articles and found lots of bulbs however wanted to lean on the experience of the forum to make sure i install the correct bulbs.

Anyone did the same and can point me in the right direction? Thanks!]]> 2 Mon, 22 Apr 2019 11:32:10 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/g11-g12-information.748/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/g11-g12-information.748/ invalid@example.com (Douglas barrows) Douglas barrows
I am surprised to discover that some of the new 7 series here are fitted with non run flat tyres and all appear to have a spare wheel! It takes up a fair amount of boot space but is a factory fitted space saver unit which can be de mounted or so I am told. I not aware of any mention of this in the UK. Curious....wonder if they could be ordered...

G11/G12 information]]> 8 Sun, 25 Nov 2018 00:44:49 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/bmw-740d-suspension-module-coding.2275/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/bmw-740d-suspension-module-coding.2275/ invalid@example.com (Kam) Kam I have changed everything like compressor control valve then I find out suspension module was Drown in the water then I have changed the module for same part number now when I plug in the module working with no problem but when I turn of the car then turn it on it stops working again
The questions is do I have to code it to the car ?]]> Mon, 12 Nov 2018 22:09:12 +0000 https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/my-2006-e65-730d-sport.2227/ https://www.bmwland.org.uk/index.php?threads/my-2006-e65-730d-sport.2227/ invalid@example.com (danb1979) danb1979
My first jaunt into a dirty diesel too Unfortunately; I couldn't find the spec I wanted that wasn't a diesel or a black 750i (and after my last E39 being Sapphire Black Metallic, I vowed to never own another black car again)!

So; it's a 2006 facelift 730D. Le Mans Blue Individual with pearl beige interior, running on 20" Style 149s or 18" Style 93s and Yokohama winter tyres...

My 2006 E65 730D Sport]]> 17