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    Quote Originally Posted by masu3701 View Post
    Are parts for this car hard to find?
    No.

    You can convert your suspension to the 740 setup for free, zero modification required except the SLS delete.

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    Do all the 2000 750 come with sport suspension ? where can i get that info with the vin# wbagj0348ydd73849

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    Quote Originally Posted by masu3701 View Post
    Do all the 2000 750 come with sport suspension ? where can i get that info with the vin# wbagj0348ydd73849
    bmwdecoder.com

    Sport suspension isn't a thing on the V12, EDC does both.

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    i think he basically means do they all come with EDC, and IIRC they do ?

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    Again.... replace fluids and fuel pump... If not you'll only introduce debris into the engine. Fuel pumps are relatively inexpensive and can be found for under 100and as low as 50 on eBay. Fuel tank prep from autozone etc.And go buy a can of maf cleaner & throttle body cleaner..Brake cleaner to check for leaks...read the forums in how to check.

    After check brakes tires and steering.... get home safely.
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    Quote Originally Posted by mooll View Post
    i think he basically means do they all come with EDC, and IIRC they do ?
    Correct
    Last edited by XAlt; 01-31-2017 at 03:59 PM.

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    looks awful rough for $1500...
    at least in my opinion. parted would bring in some $$

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    it could be a diamond in the rough ha

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    Wow, never seen everything in the engine bay rusted like that.
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    Quote Originally Posted by psjr View Post
    Wow, never seen everything in the engine bay rusted like that.
    Is it that bad? Can it be clean up and restored?

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    Quote Originally Posted by psjr View Post
    Wow, never seen everything in the engine bay rusted like that.
    I've seen that all the time, even my E39 has the shock tower bolts with surface rust.

    Quote Originally Posted by masu3701 View Post
    Is it that bad? Can it be clean up and restored?
    Doesn't look too bad, just look at the undercarriage and check out the rust. If it's minimal, go ahead and pay $1500. New bumper and a wash will turn it around for sure.
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    cmon bro A new bumper and a wash ? he's being a little too light here IMO.
    it's been sitting three years outside on dirt it looks like, that absolutely had some effect on the under carriage. you will need calipers for sure at the least...

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    Quote Originally Posted by mooll View Post
    cmon bro A new bumper and a wash ? he's being a little too light here IMO.
    it's been sitting three years outside on dirt it looks like, that absolutely had some effect on the under carriage. you will need calipers for sure at the least...

    I think XAlt was referring to what we can see on the car, not undercarriage.
    It may need calipers and break lines. The last restoration I did on a 5 series needed calipers and some lines and alot cleaning.

    Where can I get a a front bumper and windshield? Can parts from 740s go on 750s?

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    Quote Originally Posted by mooll View Post
    cmon bro A new bumper and a wash ? he's being a little too light here IMO.
    it's been sitting three years outside on dirt it looks like, that absolutely had some effect on the under carriage. you will need calipers for sure at the least...
    5 minutes with a hose and all that changes. If the car checks out okay underneath, $1500 is a good price.

    Quote Originally Posted by masu3701 View Post
    Where can I get a a front bumper and windshield? Can parts from 740s go on 750s?
    Any 740 will get you a windshield and bumper.

    Basically anything not related to the engine can come from a 740.
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    The 750 is almost impossible to find, and those that I find on Craigslist are not that great but the asking prices are way up there...$7000+ Why is that?

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    Looks like a money pit! Better off spending the money on one that was driven and is up to par. They are out there...

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    Quote Originally Posted by masu3701 View Post
    The 750 is almost impossible to find, and those that I find on Craigslist are not that great but the asking prices are way up there...$7000+ Why is that?
    they just dont pop up here on our local CL often...

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    Quote Originally Posted by purplecty View Post
    Looks like a money pit! Better off spending the money on one that was driven and is up to par. They are out there...
    completely agree

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    Quote Originally Posted by purplecty View Post
    Looks like a money pit! Better off spending the money on one that was driven and is up to par. They are out there...
    E38 is a 8-10 grand car, pay now or pay later. The entire suspension could be trashed, it could be the BP oil spill, it simply does not matter as long as the body and interior is nice.


    All you're doing by parting this car out is taking another facelift V12 off the road.
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    Quote Originally Posted by XAlt View Post
    E38 is a 8-10 grand car, pay now or pay later. The entire suspension could be trashed, it could be the BP oil spill, it simply does not matter as long as the body and interior is nice.


    All you're doing by parting this car out is taking another facelift V12 off the road.
    You can get the entire suspension front and rear for about $600.

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    Quote Originally Posted by masu3701 View Post
    The 750 is almost impossible to find, and those that I find on Craigslist are not that great but the asking prices are way up there...$7000+ Why is that?
    You answered your own question - rarity. But remember that asking prices are just that. Find all the imperfections and beat the price down, don't let on that the V12 makes much difference to you.

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    He lowered the price down to $1000. Is that reasonable
    Am trying to get it for $800

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    don't pay any more than 800.

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    You have to determine for yourself how much money you are willing to invest. There are several factors you need to address. First, how much are you willing to pay to get the car to running condition? Next, how much work are you personally going to do vs. a shop? Are you willing to invest in tools and equipment if you chose to do your own repairs? Individually tools are not expensive, however, you will amass a lot. Also, once the car is running, how much are you willing to pay for upkeep? Due to the age of the car something will fail that will require your attention. Eventually money will become the issue. I have faced these issues and a few more.

    I don't see my 740 as a money pit. The price for parts are not that bad. I do my own repairs, so no labor fees. I think the total amount I've paid in parts almost equals what I paid for the car. I still need/want to replace the front and rear suspension and shocks & struts. I'm sending my Bosch ABS unit out this weekend for remanufacturing. I need to see if I can fix the auxiliary water pump. I have been doing oil changes but now I need to drop the oil pan to see if there are any bits that don't belong. I will drain, change filter, and fill the transmission fluid.

    As you can see, the work doesn't end. For me it's like having a puppy; Always needs attention, but damn rewarding.
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    Quote Originally Posted by ldotmurray View Post
    @masu3701

    You have to determine for yourself how much money you are willing to invest. There are several factors you need to address. First, how much are you willing to pay to get the car to running condition? Next, how much work are you personally going to do vs. a shop? Are you willing to invest in tools and equipment if you chose to do your own repairs? Individually tools are not expensive, however, you will amass a lot. Also, once the car is running, how much are you willing to pay for upkeep? Due to the age of the car something will fail that will require your attention. Eventually money will become the issue. I have faced these issues and a few more.

    I don't see my 740 as a money pit. The price for parts are not that bad. I do my own repairs, so no labor fees. I think the total amount I've paid in parts almost equals what I paid for the car. I still need/want to replace the front and rear suspension and shocks & struts. I'm sending my Bosch ABS unit out this weekend for remanufacturing. I need to see if I can fix the auxiliary water pump. I have been doing oil changes but now I need to drop the oil pan to see if there are any bits that don't belong. I will drain, change filter, and fill the transmission fluid.

    As you can see, the work doesn't end. For me it's like having a puppy; Always needs attention, but damn rewarding.
    Thats right..when i had my 01 740il i did alot work myself including suspension, gaskets, trouble codes, etc..nothing heavy such as dropping engine and tranny. I do have the tools for basic jobs.
    Its just that i never owned a 750 nor ever restored one thats been sitting. Thats why i came to the board to find out what it may involve.

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    Quote Originally Posted by masu3701 View Post
    Thats right..when i had my 01 740il i did alot work myself including suspension, gaskets, trouble codes, etc..nothing heavy such as dropping engine and tranny. I do have the tools for basic jobs.
    Its just that i never owned a 750 nor ever restored one thats been sitting. Thats why i came to the board to find out what it may involve.
    It won't be much different from the V8, just less engine work overall and more work elsewhere (interior bits, suspension if you decide to keep it factory). If you change the trans fluid and filter, you won't have a problem with that either.

    Even $1000 will let you make a profit parting the car out if it turns very sour.
    Last edited by XAlt; 02-06-2017 at 06:34 PM.

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