Highlights
- Superb ‘Individual’ specification
- Long wheelbase model
- 6-litre, twin-turbo V12
- Individual dark green metallic paintwork
- Comprehensive service history
- MOT to December 2023
The Appeal
When it comes to absolute luxury in modern motoring, a long wheelbase, V12 engined 7-series is tough to beat. With that powerful yet creamily-smooth V12 up front and more options, creature comforts and gizmos than you can shake a stick at, they’re the ideal vehicle for long journeys or for anyone that simply loves to wallow in opulence.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in May 2012
- Five owners from new
- Current owner since September 2022
- MOT to December 2023
- 108,029 miles on the clock
- The vendor tells us the car has a full history, with the majority being carried out by a main dealer, until the last two services
The Interior
- Extended buffalo leather throughout, with a handsome dark grey finish, all presenting in very fine condition, with no significant wear or tear apparent
- Winged pillow headrests
- Mixed grey leather headliner is in excellent order, with no damage or sagging
- Individual wood trim adorns the doors, dashboard and steering wheel
- Electrically operated, front and rear heated and cooled massage seats with memory function
- Side and rear blinds
- Four zone climate control (two zone front, two zone rear)
- Desert spec roof conditioner - a very unusual and rare option
- Full rear entertainment package, including wireless headphones and individual screens, complete with separate iDrive controller in central armrest
- DVD player in centre console
- Top-spec Harman Kardon sound system with CD and radio
- Hands-free phone connectivity
- Electric windows and door mirrors
- Rear vanity mirrors
- Soft close doors
- UV glass, double glazed throughout
- Large glass sunroof, electrically operated
- Fridge
- Lane departure warning
- Lane keep assist
- Parking sensors front and rear
- Thermal camera – another rare and very expensive option
- Powered tailgate, with a generous boot trimmed in grey carpet
- Overall the cabin presents in superb condition, with some very minor marks and blemishes to some of the trim, as you’d expect
- No issues or problems with the cabin’s features are reported
The Exterior
- Individual dark green metallic paintwork, presenting in very good overall condition, with some minor marks and the odd blemish
- All of the bodywork shows in excellent condition, we couldn’t discern any damage or corrosion
- Long wheelbase layout, offering plenty of internal space
- Automatic Xenon headlights
- Rear privacy glass
- The external trim and brightwork all looks to be present, correct and in fine fettle
- 21-inch, 14-spoke alloy wheels, in overall good order, with some minor kerbing and blemishes to a couple of wheels
The Mechanics
- 5,972cc twin-turbo V12
- Rear-wheel drive
- Factory performance figures: 536hp and 553lb-ft
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
- Comfort and Sport modes
- Rear-wheel steering, offering better handling and stability at high speeds and easier manoeuvrability at low speeds
- Very clean engine bay, with no obvious issues we could see
- The vendor reports no faults or issues with the mechanical aspects of the car
Summary
Well proportioned, with a charismatic V12 powertrain and the kind of specification that could put a luxury yacht to shame, this handsome BMW would make a fantastic addition to anyone’s driveway.
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