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BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 5:04pm On Oct 24, 2017 |
This will be a slow burning one unfortunately. Not enough time (and $$$) available like in the past. Enough excuses! So what do we have here? Let's start with the equipment and specs as she left the factory in August 1995. Princetom1, she needs a name; what do we call her? 4 Likes
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Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 5:08pm On Oct 24, 2017 |
Quarter right side front and rear. Body very straight. Very minimal rust. Rear right door has apparently had a makeover
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Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Inception(m): 5:19pm On Oct 24, 2017 |
nice! |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 5:22pm On Oct 24, 2017 |
Front, front left quarter side. This vehicle was made with glass headlights. A rarity these days. Totally useless fact alert: Did I mention that this vehicle is older than more than half of the population of Nigeria? 3 Likes
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Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by king406(m): 5:24pm On Oct 24, 2017 |
See better thread 1 Like |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 5:33pm On Oct 24, 2017 |
Left side. Straight too. Missing body trim near the wheel arch OEM 16" wheels with plenty shock absorbing profile 235/60 R16 Who high profile help? 2 Likes
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Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by kingreign(m): 5:38pm On Oct 24, 2017 |
Shagati: Some people won't like this o Boss, when next I'm in Lagos na to test this behemoth 3 Likes |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by oblo(m): 8:44pm On Oct 24, 2017 |
Make I park well. Abeg Oga Gazzuz where our popcorn? 1 Like |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by diportivo: 10:04pm On Oct 24, 2017 |
bros we will change the engine transmission headlamps rear right door rim tyres roof lining brake p............. 9 Likes
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Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by ivoryhouse(m): 10:12pm On Oct 24, 2017 |
following.. |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by BestySam(m): 12:19am On Oct 25, 2017 |
Following. |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 2:22am On Oct 25, 2017 |
kingreign: Oya come na 3 Likes |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 2:25am On Oct 25, 2017 |
diportivo: Broda you wicked o! Inside this Buhariconomy you are just calling engine and tranny anyhow like dat? There you go; fixed! 3 Likes |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by diportivo: 6:28am On Oct 25, 2017 |
Shagati: oya no vex we can't wait sir....we simply can't 1 Like |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Inception(m): 9:22am On Oct 25, 2017 |
Shagati: he is a demeanor 2 Likes |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Nobody: 9:56am On Oct 25, 2017 |
Shagati: I saw 1995, and then the bolded, sorry, what do you mean please? |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 10:48am On Oct 25, 2017 |
SirAbdulthe1st: Yes sir. Car is 22 years old. Median age in Naija is 17.9 years (see below) Means half of the population is 17.9 years old and below and the other half is older than 17.9 years old. Understood? Statisticians, shay my definition of median is correct?? 1 Like
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Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Nobody: 11:03am On Oct 25, 2017 |
Shagati: Understood. So apart from the nostalgia, what are some jaw dropping facts about the car, like wow facts? Why not the 1985 BMW 323i or the 1972 m/Benz 230E. Sorry, not trying to be rude, just want to learn about the car, read about your superbike trip and enjoyed it. Following and anticipating the interior and engine bay. 1 Like |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Almaiga: 1:35pm On Oct 25, 2017 |
Make I answer present here 1 Like |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by princetom1(m): 7:06pm On Oct 25, 2017 |
Shagati: Its a machine.... And we are Nigerian.... Still thinking. Trying to find a name that fit... Hmnnn... Something like baba EgunMogaji Brutus. Am here in the mean time. I love classics 1 Like |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Nobody: 9:51pm On Oct 25, 2017 |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 10:20pm On Oct 25, 2017 |
SirAbdulthe1st: Here you go! Engine bay to follow in subsequent post Interior in very very good nick for her age. Original SCHWARZ LEDER! 3 Likes
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Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 10:25pm On Oct 25, 2017 |
All dash wood trim in place Cassette player missing. That 50% may not know what a cassette player is 6x CD player in trunk. Pics of this later 3 Likes
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Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 10:31pm On Oct 25, 2017 |
Engine bay Very uncluttered by today's standards 3 Likes
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Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Nobody: 11:41pm On Oct 25, 2017 |
Shagati:Nice one. These Toyota's wey full everywhere can't reach this age retaining this state. I gbadun your swags 6 Likes |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by mike070: 12:21am On Oct 26, 2017 |
Nice leather n interior. Interior lighting package still top notch. All hail the Germans. 1 Like |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Lexusgs430: 12:49am On Oct 26, 2017 |
The best way to drive this fuel guzzler, is from the rear...... If you eventually employ a driver, ensure he understands all the dials + warning lights...... We cannot shout o.. Nah so one bros driver wreck hin 7 series (760), due to overheating....... 4 Likes |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by RZArecta(m): 1:11am On Oct 26, 2017 |
Following bumper to bumper I'd really love to cruise this ship full throttle at midnight sha o Ps, wish it were a manual transmission just for my said cruising 2 Likes |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by kingreign(m): 1:47am On Oct 26, 2017 |
SirAbdulthe1st: Stop comparing Toyota to this bro except you're comparing them to Toyota crown majesta which are JDM stuffs. Toyota America or mass market appeals to low and medium income earners and can skimp on quality, fit and finish to stay within price range, this bmw appeals to high income earners and must be top notch in fit and finish to appeal to its intended market. 4 Likes |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 4:48am On Oct 26, 2017 |
mike070: You have quite an eye. All Main electrics still functioning! 4x one touch up/down power windows Power mirrors Power seats Sun visor automatic vanity lights Power metal sun roof All head and tail lights Speedo, fuel, temp guage and tachometer Audio doesn't come on though AC cooling at maybe 20% Instrument cluster suffering from pixelisation (pic below) Pics of the other lightings to follow. I am not near the car now
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Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Shagati(m): 4:55am On Oct 26, 2017 |
Lexusgs430: Driver dey, he just won't come within 100 yards of her. Maybe to change tyre and wash the exterior. Can't even allow him top up the coolant or wiper wash fluid. Before he goes and presses the spoil button 8 Likes 1 Share |
Re: BMW 740i Pre-LCI E38 - Restore To Basic(ish) Condition by Lexusgs430: 5:21am On Oct 26, 2017 |
Shagati: LOL....... Does this Be My Wife, have a spoil button? I hope it is hidden beyond reach? 1 Like |
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