Buyer Research

2017 BMW 750i — Should You Buy One?

Typical asking price: $30,000–$44,000. There are 2 high-severity known issues you need to know before handing over a check.

Kestrel Take

A flagship 7 Series for the price of a mainstream sedan — the G11 750i's twin-turbo V8, sumptuous cabin, and cutting-edge tech deliver genuine flagship luxury cheaply, because these depreciate brutally. That's the whole warning: complex flagship tech and a twin-turbo V8 mean expensive repairs. A documented 750i with full history is a spectacular value; a cheap neglected one is a financial black hole. Only buy with records and a serious repair fund.

Known Issues for the 2017 BMW 750i

Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.

Complex flagship electronics / techHigh — wallet impact

The vast electronics (air suspension, active systems, gesture control, etc.) can fault and cost a lot; verify every system works.

Repair cost range: $500-$3,000+

Twin-turbo V8 / coolingHigh — wallet impact

The 4.4L twin-turbo V8 wants meticulous care; verify service and check for oil/coolant leaks and turbo health.

Repair cost range: $500-$4,000

Air suspensionMedium

The air suspension leaks and fails; verify it rides level and holds.

Repair cost range: $1,000-$3,000

Very expensive serviceMedium

Flagship BMW service and parts are very pricey; demand full history and budget accordingly.

Repair cost range: Varies (often $$$)

Walk-Away Red Flags

✗No service history (deal-breaker)
✗Electronics/air-suspension faults
✗Oil/coolant leaks
✗Cheap price hiding deferred maintenance

Good Signs

✓Full documented BMW service
✓All electronics and air suspension working
✓No leaks, healthy V8

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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.