10 to 20 years from now there will be a trend reversal: Analog gauges and physical buttons will be considered a hallmark of craftsmanship and luxury -- not cheap cost cutting screens and touch capacitive garbage.
@MercOne Жыл бұрын
I don't think we will have to wait that long for this to happen. Audi is already going back to more buttons and switches.
@omidnamin9004 Жыл бұрын
its funny how more people don't realize that manufacturers are doing the cheap screens as cost cutting measure. you literally need no interior designers anymore. just stick a tablet in there with some apps built in and call it a day
@MercOne Жыл бұрын
@@omidnamin9004 It’s sad that you think it’s that simple to design an interior, regardless of screens.
@TitaniumDR1 Жыл бұрын
Go look at a Pagani for the ultimate example of what you describe.
@jsz2619 Жыл бұрын
Just like wrist watches...
@Jpeurodallas Жыл бұрын
Just did one this weekend. What a car. We dropped it down and put wheels on it. What beautiful ride
@jackchn23 Жыл бұрын
So Chris Bangle was responsible for the “Bangle Butt”, who,can we thank for this monstrosity?
@liltony514 Жыл бұрын
DIDNT THE CHRIS BANGLE 740I HAVE PLENTY OF ELECTRONIC ISSUES AS WELL ??? U THINK I TRUST BMW WITH ELECTRONICS 🤣🤣🤣🤣 THIS CAR HAS SO MANY MODULES THAT WILL NO DOUBT FAIL ❗️
@scottanders5333 Жыл бұрын
Gone are the days of sleek and beautiful 7 series.
@bob808 Жыл бұрын
Although a bit wild, I do like the interior. Nice to see something other than black leather too!
@stevehammes Жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@beekaye1496 Жыл бұрын
They should put the theater monitor in the X7
@ascott2168 Жыл бұрын
Definitely unique looking 😵💫! The interior is super busy and I’m all for tech…but…bloody hell 😵💫😵
@cisky1972 Жыл бұрын
By 'unique' you mean ugly?🤣
@seansiew5629 Жыл бұрын
@@cisky1972bland and soulless W223 doesn’t look any better or drives better in person
@cisky1972 Жыл бұрын
@@seansiew5629 I believe the soul purpose of this class is passenger comfort and amenities. Less emphasis on driver. I wouldn't want this to be a daily driver car. Step down to E class or 5 series if that's what you want. IMO
@seansiew5629 Жыл бұрын
@cisky1972 well this is more luxurious than the w223,as I sat in both,the w223 meanwhile with its faulty hybrid system pisses people off with its unreliability
@MercOne Жыл бұрын
What a fabulous car, but I can't stand that front end. Maybe they'll fix it at facelift time. The S-Class is far more elegant exterior wise.
@carlpray2573 Жыл бұрын
I’ve never been a BMW fan per-say, but hot damn the interior looks spectacular. Now If only the prince from Africa whom I’d sent $1000 and my bank info to help him get his $5,000,000 inheritance hit me back with my share, I’ll be able to get me one 😂
@cameron00148 Жыл бұрын
My only complaint with the 7 is the upgraded Bowers & Wilkins sound - I don’t like how the seat vibrates, even on its lowest setting. Also, not sure if its legal or not, but with the Tv down, you cannot see out of the mirror - they should’ve used an electrical rear view mirror that can use the rear camera to show you whats behind you (I hope that makes sense?) Besides that, those Automatic doors never gets old 😂😂😂😭 and they did a super good job with the Panoramic SkyLounge LED Roof 🤙
@meilahagans256 Жыл бұрын
I feel but me personally they should had made an option on a opening sunroof
@suesmithjurco6804Ай бұрын
I love mine. Is it treat to drive?
@RamMohammadJosephKaur Жыл бұрын
You deserve more views. Nice.
@stevehammes Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@mikewilliams9556 Жыл бұрын
I own this vehicle and I love it! It’s not without its qualms though. One of my auto doors just stopped working from inside. Numerous times the screens completely “blacked out” and a few other quirks that have been remedied by software updates. All in all, I still LOVE this vehicle, and that’s coming from an S Class. It’s commanding and it’s road presence is unparalleled (currently). It looks modern and is a perfect blend of technology and luxury.
@michaelv6870 Жыл бұрын
Thinking about getting one when my 850 goes back. What`s your opinion after another 6 months of ownership?
@meanvecktor1900 Жыл бұрын
BMW FOR LIFE BABE!!! I love my 2008 760Li
@daniellabadia300 Жыл бұрын
Spectacular
@bassandtrebleclef Жыл бұрын
Starting MSRP of the 6 cylinder is 96k. I guess the comparison to rolls Royce, another brand that laughs at questions pertaining to value, makes sense. Kinda sucks when you're old enough to remember that BMW used to mean fun. Now it's a Mercedes knock off with a pillow like ride. Great review of the positives, but I would imagine anyone wanting an s class will just get one.
@yippie6862 Жыл бұрын
If it only had the same 2024 5 Series headlights. I'm not a fan of these Hyundai Santa Fe inspired ones. Not cool.
@regalgs51 Жыл бұрын
As a lover and owner of mid and full-size luxury sedans, and understanding that no car is perfect, this is probably the first full-size luxury sedan where the exterior styling is an absolute utter total dealbreaker. This car is one of the ugliest sedans I have ever seen. The interior is gorgeous and they offer three powerful engine options which I like. But the outside of the car is so disgustingly ugly that I could never ever lease or purchase one of these. Such a shame.
@Andrew8126 Жыл бұрын
There is another way in which it compares to Rolls. I find both brutalist and ugly in videos and photos, but in person the sheer presence of each is breathtaking.
@stevehammes Жыл бұрын
Well said!
@michaelv6870 Жыл бұрын
Once my M 850 GC goes back, this one comes.
@AeroDude73 Жыл бұрын
For $97-120,000 you’d think they’d put in an electric rear view camera with that screen thing. Wtf.
@cameron00148 Жыл бұрын
I’m trying to give them grace by assuming legality reasons is why they didn’t. That said, I believe the TV belongs in the X5/X7. As someone who gets carsick easily, if I were to be chauffeured in a 7 with that TV? I would never use it, but again, it’s because I get carsick real easily! Lol
@cisky1972 Жыл бұрын
When Steve doesn't talk about external design, you know it's hideous😅. Also, @ Steve: Are u saying that a digital rearview Camera is NOT an option? Also, how much was your test car?
Okay Steve, would you rather have this BMW or the Audi S8?
@SaltyAntelope63 Жыл бұрын
S8 for sure. Much more understated
@stevehammes Жыл бұрын
The S8 feels like it's from a different era...I prefer this.
@georgejungle138 Жыл бұрын
You sound like an infomercial voice over
@stevehammes Жыл бұрын
You look like a bear.
@stardustbilermam1736 Жыл бұрын
I’ve always been told to not be so close to a screen. I thikk I’d become ill
@davidwolf226 Жыл бұрын
Well, Steve... I can see you being chauffeured around while sitting in that luxurious backseat environment. Given this level of luxury, this beautiful sedan provides, I can't help but wonder if the driver may end up distracted by all of the bells and whistles and abient lighting, and, and, and...
@stevehammes Жыл бұрын
After a couple of days I felt really comfortable with the controls. But I would say that if tech isn't your thing then this may be overwhelming.
@cisky1972 Жыл бұрын
@@stevehammes I concur. The test car is more for limo services than a daily drive use.
@HarlemGreatest Жыл бұрын
Only $132K 😂
@colla555 Жыл бұрын
Oh nice, the V8 still continues to exist. In Europe you don't get it unless you order the high-security, protected version.
@faizelphilander6938 Жыл бұрын
Best German brand 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@khunopie9159 Жыл бұрын
It's about time Bavarian Motor Dubya made a "po boy's Roller" at an S Class price. I want a base model with cruise control and no sun roof (fyi)
@stevehammes Жыл бұрын
Why don't you treat yourself?
@khunopie9159 Жыл бұрын
@@stevehammes It's a toss-up with a pauper's Bentley: Toyota Avalon
@luismiguelgarciacanan5245 Жыл бұрын
Me gusta Bmw
@Slimecrazy234 Жыл бұрын
When the kidney grills are your iconic design element, why would you obscure them with a same color black lower valence piece.
@justrandomthings319 Жыл бұрын
7:00 You claim to be into EVs but you won't review cars from the company that started it all or not just the best selling EV but the best selling car in the world. Odd.
@stevehammes Жыл бұрын
Won't? More like they won't. I even have a video on my channel covering the opening of the local Supercharger but communication has broken down.
@hby7768 Жыл бұрын
I saw the i7 on the freeway, it was as ugly as SIN
@stardustbilermam1736 Жыл бұрын
It’s the most distracting car to drive. Endless animations and pc system for operation
@jimj2683 Жыл бұрын
I would rather use Apple VIsion Pro to watch a movie than that screen that covers up the glass roof.
@dioralcide8490 Жыл бұрын
Since Mazda is copy BMW old infotainment systems for years now sooooooo why don’t they copying the new iDrive 8 infotainment system at least they will have something new in their vehicles
@TitaniumDR1 Жыл бұрын
BMW is improving again. Bit busy inside and out. The styling is a 5/10 brought down by the ugly wheel fitment and busy snout. But the tech and luxurious experience are awesome. It's a pass for me.
@wackit6756 Жыл бұрын
🤮
@conceptcs Жыл бұрын
These high end cars are nothing but computers and computers. Don't want that.
@Dukshk Жыл бұрын
BMW is having an identity crisis with those weird ugly grills
@itchiee Жыл бұрын
I'd imagine we wont be seeing too many of these ugly automobiles on the road thankfully
@mhh2355 Жыл бұрын
cannot stand that ugly front end, the old model is a way nicer from exterior
@serg2523 Жыл бұрын
I can't figure out who copied Nissan Rouge ? The front of this BMW is ugly 😅
@99centstoreful Жыл бұрын
I’d only lease that thing. Waaay too much electronics
@yusricw.minster9432 Жыл бұрын
LOUSY FRONT DESIGN
@davidamos22038 ай бұрын
Had the car for a year. Nice car but frustrating. The tech is a mess. I had a 3 series 15 years a ago that had better voice command. The electronics have a mind of its own. BMW needs to go back to basics on the tech. NOT RECOMENDED!
@stevehammes8 ай бұрын
That’s really too bad! I had nothing go haywire on me for the week I had it. And I really loved that car. Drove it to Washington DC and back and had a great experience.
@EndOfThings779 ай бұрын
No thank you. If I win the lotto, I will sink my money into a restored 1996 Chevy Impala SS or a restored 2010 Lincoln Continental Signature. I am a boomer, I hate all those computerized gizmos, don't like an electric vehicle and don't care for any oohs and ahhhs of the younger crowd, I am closer to dying than when I was younger anyway.
@zachg9065 Жыл бұрын
Looks horrible and im sure in 10 years all this tech will be dated.
@RobertMayfair Жыл бұрын
It’s so tacky lol. Too many features for those who are wowed by shiny objects and tv screens
@KenniTheKid Жыл бұрын
its hideous
@haze1123 Жыл бұрын
Man, that thing is UGLY and loaded with unreliable, complicated tech. I'd rather have a Tesla Model S Plaid and save the $30K difference.
@seansiew5629 Жыл бұрын
Yea but Tesla has horrible build quality than a BMW, more complains on a Tesla than a BMW
@haze1123 Жыл бұрын
Paint, rattles, and panel gaps were pretty bad about five years ago. It's radically improved on new models. Tesla keeps improving. BMWs have been unreliable for 30 years. Terrible resale values.
@seansiew5629 Жыл бұрын
@haze1123 I guess you are an Elon Musk dickrider than a BMW fanboy,come back to me with your reliability "goodness" try comparing your Tesla to a Toyota
@carycoller3140 Жыл бұрын
It's a HORRIBLE looking car
@Aikynbreusov Жыл бұрын
So ugly..... BMW has lost its design mojo....
@markwainwright6243 Жыл бұрын
Ugly horrible car, a really disappointing styling, I'm glad I have the previous g11 model, still the best 7 series, if I must upgrade I won't go for the new 7 series. Rather the 5 series or Mercedes e class
@jddavisnyc Жыл бұрын
If you are concerned about the looks of the 7, the new 5 is certainly no prize. It looks like an oversized 2 Series GC.
@markwainwright6243 Жыл бұрын
@@jddavisnyc I agree the new 5 is like a bigger 2 series, looks OK though, but that massive grill on the 7 was a terrible idea, it's like a person having a pair of big ears and tiny nose, it doesn't fit in, everything must blend into each other
@liltony514 Жыл бұрын
5 YEARS FROM NOW...CAR WILL BE WORTHLESS DUE TO THE 4.4 TWIN TURBO V8....
@stardustbilermam1736 Жыл бұрын
Nope. That v8 will save it
@liltony514 Жыл бұрын
@@stardustbilermam1736 THE ROD BEARINGS WILL BLOW UP JUST LIKE EVERY OTHER BMW V8 ENGINE IN THE PAST 20 YEARS ❗️
@stardustbilermam1736 Жыл бұрын
@@liltony514 still worth it. People who can buy v8 can afford
@liltony514 Жыл бұрын
@Stardust Bilermam RIGHT BUT THEY CANT AFFORD THEM REPAIR BILLS 🤣🤣🤣 LOOK HOW MUCH 5 YEAR OLD 760IL ARE WORTH...PROBABLY 10-15K. ITS BECAUSE THE 4.4 TWIN TURBO HOT VEE IS HOTT TRASH 🗑 EVEN ON M MODEL CARS
@michaelv6870 Жыл бұрын
If you worry about residual value, you can`t afford the car.
@stardustbilermam1736 Жыл бұрын
It’s the most distracting car to drive. Endless animations and pc system for operation