I had an '02 745 and a '06 750. Both awesome vehicles that were a pleasure to drive across the U.S.A....pure luxury, great handling, and surprisingly good gas mileage.

I personally really like the styling of the back, might just be me.

For $3,500 is a great car. Just drive it until it's dead, it's totally worth it!

That BMW was so dope back in the day when it came out in 02'. That body style is still similar to how the newer ones look today . That shit had so much tech and comfort. That shit was like a dream car. It was way ahead of it's time. I sat in one that belonged to my father's rich friend back then when I was 19. That shit was dope 👌🏾.

Doug the type of guy to.......wait.....this aint Doug.

Serious? I like the back more than the front :\\

I dont know why people hate this car so much. I like it.

The back is actually my favorite part of the car lmao I heart my 7

Wow that's crazy I thought the back was the best part of the car, plus I owned this car and it never gave me any major problems

I am fine with the Bangle Butt.

Funny cause the back is what I like 🤔

*teaching a noob* "Look at this 7 series BMW, it's hated by everyone, it's a horrible investment" Newbie: "Ohh ok, don't buy it, gotcha" "No I'm gonna buy it"

The pina colada "Heavy BMW Remix" is top notch.

Funny thing is that many older BMW folks hated it, but it set the course of modern car design. The sedan you see in the background of most of the shots in this video of this has an almost identical trunk profile to this BMW. I like Bangle's styling. And it sold well.

When i was younger and this came out i thought ut looked pretty good. I still think it does lol

Wow, you had to put the KEY in and press START? Wow that's DIFFICULT! Better bring out the manual!

That car looks brand new to me

Yes BMW and Bangle changed the entire industry. All modern cars follow this design. Even the Interior Infotainment, wheel (idrive) is the most copied concept on every car today Bmw 7 Series used to be the Iphone of Modern Day cars. As in every car maker copied their design, their layout, and capacity. Until the F01 7 series (which i bought) BMW was on top. Since F01 around 2010 onwards BMW lost its way... and they are going the audi route making all their cars look exactly the same. Instead of innovating... just maintaining. Tech Wise BMW= Pinnacle of Automotive Industry. Don't get me wrong there. They Dominate when it comes to tech... But I miss the days when u could tell a 3 series from a 5 series from a 7 series 1 mile away, and from any angle. They were all so unique Long Live Chris Bangle. Wonder where he is now.

Family owned a 2002, the first of them. We were blessed to either have missed or the p.o. fixed the valve stem seals. The engine & trans was smooth as silk. It had a small oil leak, and needed some small stuff like a lower control arm and brakes, but otherwise, it held up really well. Real fun to drive with the active roll stabilization. Fast as hell and quiet. The thing is, with this kind of car, is that it was $70k+ new. The price depreciates, not the tech and mechanicals. Don't go into it expecting the reliability of a low-tech economy car. That level of car is packed with major engineering. You must keep a high-rated battery/high quality fluids changed on-time/ONLY factory parts in it. No skipping service intervals, no 87 grade fuel in it, no letting issues build until the whole system breaks. BMW's engines are high-strung. They take more tlc to keep them running right.

whoever owned this car didnt take care of it as a luxury sedan, mine has 100K miles, im the second owner, and bought it from someone who cared about servicing and repairing it on a regular basis. No complain here, E66 is truly an amazing machine.

That steering wheel is vile

I think the 7 series is beautiful...

I actually like how this BMW 7 series looks. It would look even better/classier if it were black with a tan and black interior. Most cars look better with a classy black finish. I do agree, however, the technology (bells and whistles) from the inside makes it difficult to enjoy your ride.

It was always one of my favorite BMW'S. 🤷‍♂️

I'm not much of a car guy, but what's wrong with the way it looks? the angles you showed it in it looks decent, not amazing but I wouldn't mind driving in something that looked like that.

Wait this is not Doug.

This is one of my favorite generations of the 7 series I also love the previous gen

They are giving them away on autorader for 3500-3900 all day, yes they are more maintenance then even mercedes.

Straight pipe and resonator delete!!!!!??!???!!!!!!!

I don't see anything unattractive with the back...

Easy. If you don't like this vehicle body style then you don't know swag. The body and contour of this vehicle is unique and it's a beast! I've owned 3. Currently, black on black 2007 750Li with rear DVD entertainment and window shades in rear. Monstrous.

This bmw actually has one of my favorite rear ends bmw has ever designed

Hoovie, your videos are phenomenal. They are so applicable to your average car enthusiast. Your applications of the ideas and theories that car enthusiasts dream about at their desks at work are brought to life perfectly through your channel. Keep up the great work my friend and I look forward to many many more insightful and hilarious videos from your channel.

The wizard told you huh!! Best part of the video by far....."I think kiddie time is over...I can handle it!" Fucking classic! I loved it!

People hate it because it cannot match its previous model the 740 made from 1995-2001

It’s a beautiful car dude....you speak like bmw’s competitor paid you or something....

It's a timeless masterpiece of design. People are just too dumb and have not enough taste to understand Chris Bangle. Put it next to a 2001 S-Class and you'll see what I mean.

I saw the thumbnail and literally yelled "HOOVIE NO" Styling is whatever but these 7 series are VICIOUSLY unreliable and parts costs are massive.

I agree with with a lot of what you say but I’ve never seen timing chain guide failure on these cars, I’ve had 3 of them from 86kmiles to 231k miles on the original engines with no chain or chain guide problems. Though they do burn a lot of oil due to then valve seals. The engine is quite nice, powerful and a lot of torque.

I worked at the dealership when the new 2002 745i arrived. They soon started to have problems that the techs couldn't resolve and neither could BMW reps. We replaced about 26 2002 745i's with new cars for customers with problems. They were so problematic that we had some customers that were on their third replacement. The 02's and 03's were the worst for years. Now they're been in the service area so many times that they're pretty well sorted so it's mainly the engine issues now.

I had that car, loved driving it, but it was a POS.. Everytime I heard that bell I would break into a scare because it meant money.. Lol

I've always hated the Bangle 7-Series but started to love them because of GTA IV's Ubermacht Oracle

It's not that ugly. People also hated the 5 series, and I adore my E60. It's aged so well and looks just as nice as the newer cars on the road, if not better. As far as the iDrive goes, it's not that bad once you learn the menus and figure out where everything is it becomes natural muscle memory getting to what you're looking for.

I did not know it was this many people who knew about doing the maintenance there self and saving tons of money everybody on here gave me alot of understanding about BMW

Last 04 745LI I had ignition issues ,computer issues . Bought it for a project car for car club became a money pit . I end up selling it for 1800 and it was very clean the BMW dealers didn't want work on them 02-05 745 and BMW side shops had tax 500 just on diagnostic , my major was ignition the key would work and sometimes wouldn't.. Learned my lesson

Hoodie seamed baked af during the carphone call

I have 745i, and I love it, don't know who these experts are to say my taste is bad, I mean everyone have their own taste.

Did you record this on a phone from the same period as when the car was made?

Am I the only one that kinda likes the way it looks?

Anyone who hates this generation of the 7-Series just doesn't understand how amazing of a vehicle it really was for its day. Sure they have problems when they get older and they may be never ending money pits but the technology inside of this car was LIGHT YEARS ahead of its time. Incredible luxury and engineering for being as old as a 2002 model year.

Valve covers leak oil and computer issues, 3 window assembly’s went bad and plenty more

I cant believe I’ve watched every Hoovie upload the day it came out since this episode

745 BMW is a beautiful lookin car what the f**k is you talking about?

Men the back is beautiful!

I use to own a 7 series years ago, it was a 98 model. Love it, best car in terms of driving/ride quality I’ve ever had

Dude you be killing me man!! always make me laugh.. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

I am a bmw fan and I love it!!!!

I have a '07 730d LCI fully loaded model in limited Carbon Schwarz + Gold braun interior color + 20" Style 149. I bought it from a well known CEO of a local company, it was his 2nd car which he used it for occasional driving on motorways. Car had only 150.000km and it was almost like new. I bought it for 15k eur and I put a polish+ceramic coating on it for protection. Few months later alternator broke down and repair was only 142 eur, which is crazy cheap compared to a price range of this car. I once parked it next to a F01 and G11 and damn, E65 is really a timeless masterpiece LCI or non LCI. It looks way more compact with best length/width proportions, it's much cheaper than new models, easier to repair and yet it still shines on a parking lot.

I have one and I love it. I have had different 330i's for the past 12 years. This one drives like i am on pillows. And the back end is beautiful.

I DIED LAUGHING AT THEBREMIX SONG

Spend an 2 thousand more. You can change the electronic entertainment system and cockpit computer to 2014 version and you can upgrade the headlights with adaptive new generation led lights. It will make your car more new and few tunings will sure make it easier to sell higher price. It is still an V8 and that price is nothing for an such an Bmw engine no matter what problem it has. If you spend a little more that car has no problem that can't be solved permanently. The worst case scenario would be to buy an Bmw approved affordable ECU motor tuning box that can fix any problem related to car's electronics and it will add an minimum 130 hp to your engine. An affordable ecu tuning would not exceed 300$ or 400$

What is so horrible about the car? Would you rather walk instead? Don't get why people complain so much about a car

"stopped to offer my condolences" brilliant line lol

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Did it come with blinker fluid?

Seriously, if this Is his biggest problem in life he is doing fine. It's a gorgeous car.

This was the first episode of Hoovie I watched. How far we’ve come.

LS SWAP

Your Oversteer column is just as good as your videos!

I drove a 2004 745i and I loved everything about it. iDrive did (and still does) suck but once you learn it and it becomes part of your every day routine it’s pretty handy.

I've seen this car on the road since 2006, and I have never thought it looks ugly

Please tell me that phone conversation was planned ahead of time. It was the CRINGIEST thing I have ever experienced.

I did a ten hour trip in a 740 of the same year. It was a smooth ride and it had a 100,000 km on it.

I think the whole chassis is great, very handsome styling

7:42 i swear to god that dude in the call saying "that's quite a disappointment" is the funniest thing i've seen on YT in years, intentional or not

Most of you commenting missed the whole point of this video. He loves the car but he's simply pointing out it's weak points. Very entertaining! Back in the day this luxury boat had features the 3 and 5 series didn't see for a few years to come. Whether the "enthusiast" like this car or not, this is the direction BMW went in till this very date of 2017. A job well done as far as visionary production...

The back look’s nice for me

Traditionalists couldn't stand this car but it was awesome, design wise

And it still looks god dam good, damnnn

Back is beautiful. God the front pisses me off those lights are so fucked. Rear reminds me of the 6 series coupe, but it looks great

What the fuck is this guy talking about? My dad had the first Generation 7 series and at that time it was the most amazing car ever. I Believe It was even rewarded for being the most technologically Advanced car back then. And the exterior was just as good or better than any other luxury sedan from that time

I have a 2015 750LI Msport that I purchased new and still own. It’s been great. I’ve kept up with all the service intervals, etc. It really shines on long road trips at Hwy speed. 100 mph feels like 50. You really have to utilize cruise settings unless you want speeding tickets.

I bought a 2006 low mileage (74,000 miles) 750Li 2 years ago, amazing car, best long distance driver I've ever had and I'm a big car guy. The idrive is crazy until you learn how to use it, I fix a lot of the simple stuff myself, saving thousands, I added Bluetooth and never use the many CD's changers that were factory installed. I still love driving this car and I get many people asking about it, bottom line, I'm happy with mine, especially since the first 2 guys paid the depreciation!

This car is amazing technologically and was way ahead of its time

That BMW 7 series is nice as hell. you got to be crazy if you think it's terrible.

how are you not homeless? You buy a car for X then pay (on average) 2X to make it run, then sell it for 1/2X.

I had this exact same car and color for 3 years now, exceptional vehicle, great quality and comfort and never had major mechanical problems. Three days ago it was stolen from me and it's a heartbreaking feeling...

Yeah, pretty sure that's definitely not the most hated BMW. Whatever it takes to reach that clickbait though.

I'm not a BMW fan anyway but I don't think the design is as bad as you are making out.Its actually not that hideous.

you might at least have mentioned what it does well, what a sweet ride on the highway!

His mechanic must really love him, with the constant stream of junkers and all, I hope he’ll not burn out though:)

Some modern German cars are worse than Chinese cars. American and Japanese should really be dominating the market if people knew better and could see past marketing hype. Korean cars are also getting up there.

Could we still act like we'd still take this over a 2017 Kia optima...its hella old but better

I love my 750, this is the douchiest review for anything ever. It definitely is a good looking car front to back and very comfortable.

I like the way this car looks. That being said, I was overseas when they were introduced and remember reading articles about how unreliable they were. Specifically, an Australian company that drove executives and VIPs around had purchased 10 of them and they were needing to be repaired so much that the business couldn't keep up with their regular work, and they were suing to get BMW to buy them back.

That was one of my fav BMWs🤷🏽‍♂️...

I love this guy. He deserves a award for his personality and channel.

What about a 2007 alpina are those good cars.?

I believe you actually can change the radio frequency on the steering wheel. I drove one not long ago and yes the seat adjustment was a bit strange for the first minute and then it was quite logical. I never tried the Idrive. The seats in this car is just wonderful. Going to try out a F01 next week and I hope those seats are as good as those in the E65.