Starting a V12 BMW E38 7 Series That's Been Sitting Outside For 5 Years

I rescue a 1999 BMW E38 750iL that's been forgotten and neglected by its previous owner for more than 5 years. Also, a new project reveal at the end of the video!
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[@matthewbell1968]

That feeling when you find an m539 video you've never seen before 👍👍🙂🙂

[@mohamedsahaoui3782]

Same feeling❤

[@neosfantasy]

found it today

[@AVC-Works]

5:55 Even i was swearing!!!

[@NoName-md5zb]

Engine is well lubricated now 😀😀😀

[@derekstocker6661]

So did I when the spout came off the oil can! Still at least it was not too bad, great car as well!

[@angel4duck]

😂😂

[@jjaa9735]

Yeah ne too man...that really sucked!

[@that90sbenz]

I feel that. We've all been there

[@rocknrolla7288]

SCHECKHEFTGEPFLEGT!!! That is an awesome find, man. Completely maintained all its life, mega equipped with shadowline, rear climate and more? Sick.

[@M539Restorations]

Genau! The car was loved up until that point. Not mega spec as my silver 750iL, but pretty good spec nonetheless - shadowline, rear climate, EDC, rear electric seats, hydraulic trunk lid...

[@rocknrolla7288]

@@M539Restorations The black one is missing the picnic tables. Oh man i remember a couple of years ago you could get those for cheap on the used market in germany because barely anybody liked the e38. Now? ehhh no

[@bigpat_4295]

Die wichtigste Frage: hat er einen Kühlschrank?

[@adamtriebl6427]

In my opinion Its the best BMW in the 7 series. I hope it will shine one day.

[@fredriksvard2603]

Its ready to be scrapped. You could use the same money to keep a (non-rusty) 00s 6 series running.

[@Holakovskykarel97]

These are the type of cars which: Were bought in germany and made 350 000km there. Then the same car was bought in Czech republic but with 167 000km and went again to 550 000km. And in 2019 the same car is for sale with 223 000km. And still it goes! 👍

[@marcosmoreno4049]

Absolutely true

[@Erik-ko3kw]

Yes even those 30year old BMW cars are truely amazing they run and run. BMW Is my favourite Car brand

[@lucadreier22]

@shaun king if you americans actually serviced em right....

[@DegeneratePlays]

shaun king why do you buy so many then if they are such shit reliability

[@sebbi8906]

@shaun king my family is driving our 190e since its release

[@mhervan]

Said it before and I’ll say it again. You absolutely have the best channel on KZbin!

[@mpatterson90]

Battery change seems like a pain.

[@shishkabmw]

Согласен,нормальный АКБ и она и так бы завелась

[@TBasianeyes]

same shit on the E39 (unless you have an M5)

[@Fernando5455Jr]

TBasianeyes It’s not hard on a 540i. I have a 1999 BMW 540i and it takes just 1 group size 49 battery. It’s actually easier to replace then some more modern cars.

[@neesminis]

Try on porsche cayenne mk1 :D

[@kyranoboyle3378]

@@neesminis Same with mk1 touareg, it’s under passenger seat. nightmare

[@2blackice]

THATS WHAT WE CALL MADE IN GERMANY I WORK WITH BMW AND EVERY DAY I WAKE UP READY TO KEEP THE BMW SPIRIT ALIVE AM AN AFRICAN WAS NEVER THERE WHEN BMW STARTED BUT I CAN SAY THANKS TO ALL THE GERMANS OUT THERE YOU ARE A WONDERFULLY SMART AND INTELLIGENT PEOPLE AND THANKS FOR CREATING EMPLOYMENT AND TECHNOLOGY TO AFRICA AND THE WORLD.

[@mdj641]

Not rehearsed or scripted like tv car programmes. Absolutely love his videos. Keep up the great work.

[@edim108]

This is possibly the single best car BMW has ever made. It's good to see people bringing them back on the road! :)

[@neletg]

The E38 7 series are the coolest BMW ever built.

[@Speedgear]

i own a e39 324k 30d, its a machine, daily drive it like a dream

[@naptalky]

I have to disagree- it's BMW E31, but E38 is just behind it!

[@denisminigarage2030]

the e46 m3 is better

[@PerpetualTiredness]

@@naptalky The E31 is my favourite car of all time.

[@unixnerd23]

Having driven E32 and E38 what amazes me is how well the E38 handles in twisty roads.

[@Wolfdings]

I do have my dream baby sitting in a garage for more than 12 years. 540i E34 Touring - waiting for its restoration. Had to relocate it and I can tell: Exchanged the oil, plugged in the battery, and off it went, smoothly like it had been waiting for a short stop at a supermarket. Just love these engines!

[@steliofrasco3455]

Loved this short video on an ultimate classic. Keep sharing

[@AdamJDM1]

That's a crazy amount of rust! Here in California, I've NEVER seen an E38 with even a hint of rust. Just shows how vastly different the same car will look in different environments.

[@TEX360]

You're a natural presenter! Enjoying the series

[@KiwiGraggle]

Engine actually sounds agreeable after 5 years sitting. They made better BMWs back then, I swear they did.

[@ukkomies100]

Their engines were the engine of the year type back in the 90s. M52 won in 96

[@motheolebelo]

what a beautiful even though its rusty. Interior looks intact which makes for a good donor car. Impressed that a new batteries, fresh juice and oil it just started up with no complains at all.

[@tlustejmicin]

I love e38! So much space in it. So lovely design - timeless. I myself got e39 530D and I love it. I have a well maintained engine so I am pretty happy about it. I ll do some rust removals in spring and continue cruising throughout my country :)

[@nikolabozinovski2041]

I love these 7 sieries in praticular . I love the elegance

[@cytrynowy_melon6604]

It has more of a gangster vibe than elegance

[@mfnd502]

You know you have a firm grasp of other languages when you execute perfect swearing in that language. I Really enjoy seeing the vehicles come back to life.

[@marktolner2922]

Haha. In my case though I have lived in Kyiv for a number of years and the only local words I know are swear words ...

[@SIrAiLoEtX]

9:32 with cars like the 7 you always get nice conversations going :) that guy saw the car parked for years and now he sees it leaving for a second life. very nice

[@M539Restorations]

Exactly! Very nice old guy, his daughter was rushing him to go but he wanted to stay and listen to the engine start and run.

[@SIrAiLoEtX]

@@M539Restorations that's lovely, can you give some info about why it parked there for so long?

[@firstnamesecondname5341]

The E38 is still the best looking 7 series, the one used in the tv series counterpart is stunning

[@abdulahosmanbegovic2479]

I have 1989 e34 525 Li. When I bought it was sitting on open for 7 years. Now it’s sitting 3 years. So for the last 10 years it’s been driven just few thousands km. And believe it or not, 0% rust. Thats why I’m not gonna sell it and make full overhaul and keep it till I die.

[@imstricken06]

*I have a feeling that rubber parts will start leaking & cracking with new heat cycles*

[@bigb488]

Oh man, not good

[@athollmcnicoll256]

See does not matter how long a car has been sat dormant give it some love and it works like a dream - good old BMW's.....

[@johnconley4955]

Okay, I don't praise often, as I'm a very informed human being human(my other channel)...so to you ; wearing gloves started me watching you, then yourself NOT starting an engine until the blood removed and replenished with new and then filters changed, water etc...You're diligent in your work, I also like that you show the odd misshape that happens in mechanical work on cars [that are old] as these. I worked for a man 30 yrs ago, an electrical mechanical engineer, who with a stethoscope would listen to an engine and tell you the problem, and guess what ? No-one has believed me in all these years..... you my man, I adore. SUBSCRIBED

[@ManMak6]

The best 7 series model year ever made!

[@signummotors]

Great video, respect for giving her a new lease of life! If someone never tried it - it's massively satisfying moment, when you manage to start a car that has been pronounced dead many moons ago. Love to see them come back to life after a period of slow decay - best if there was no decay, as in - if it was stored in a barn or garage, etc. But always great - that first moment when they come back to life. Awesome video! Thanks for sharing.

[@K1DW1THGUN]

Some of the best videos out there I love the detail

[@pschroeterps]

You got another sub man! OFFENBACH! Endlich normale Leute :). I love that you're doing this with passion, dedication, attention to detail and in english while you're filming in Germany - way to go! That left rear door takes E38/39 standard door corrosion to a new level! I stumbled across your channel with the E38 750 susp rebuild, anyone who takes that on and manages to film it deserves all the love he can get. I'm about to rebuild my E46 M52 rear axle and that is peanuts compared to the multilink axles of the E38. Makes me miss my E30. Rock on man and thanks for sharing. By the way top notch editing and thanks for wearing a quality mic so many youtubers don't.

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks you very much! I was very close to not uploading any videos as every time I try to film myself I'd get uncomfortable and forget how to talk, hell I still do, but I'm glad I persevered and now hearing good feedback. That makes me happy! Good mic was a must from day one, since this video I upgraded to a better one.

[@baselhs]

Back in 2006, I was offered a fully loaded (with the picnic tables) 1995 E38 with the V12 for $13k and it had only 30k miles at the time. I still regret it to this day

[@colinward1007]

Yeah bad move mate but it happens. What did you end up with out of interest?

[@NorceCodine]

If you thought that 13K was too much, then it would have bankrupted you a long time ago. BMW made these cars for corporations, not private owners to pay the service and maintenance.

[@johnw4067]

You probably dodged a bullet.....$13k for the car and then $3k when something breaks every year.

[@milovanraul9263]

Very cool car, take care of it, it's like a jewelry of BMW, my favorite limo that BMW produced.

[@_brushie]

"Now time for new batteries." Wait, batteries, plural? Oh shit there are two!

[@theamerican7080]

I just got started restoring an almost impeccably maintained '97 E-39 540 with 224,000 miles on the clock here in the states.

[@korzbro35]

Happy E32 owner here. Glad you've saved this one, there will be less and less of good old 7ers and they truly are awesome. I mean come on, V12 in a normal passenger car, for not really much money? And even more of them with V8? Look what you can buy today, shitty twin or triple turbo 2-liter diesels? This one sounds really healthy for the 1st run in 5 years. Nice plate, no coincidence probably :) The rust is almost exact copy of what is developing on my ride now. Why does it have two batteries though?

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks! Agreed, only 5.237 Euro Facelift 750iL's have been produced, god knows how many of them are already crushed. I believe all Facelift 750's have dual batteries, one is for the starter and E-kats and the other one for the electronics.

[@korzbro35]

​@@M539Restorations If I'm not mistaken, you wanted to sell this but later decided to keep and switch parts with other 7. I suggest keeping this car, not only because it's fun to ride but it should only gain value now. I am already having people asking regularly about my 7 (only it's one generation older) and believe me, it's far from perfect :) so it should be a solid investment if kept in good condition.

[@M539Restorations]

The silver 750 is staying with me so I don't need another one, I'll just swap out some minor stuff I want on mine but the black 750 will continue to live on. I won't let it get crushed.

[@Fedor_Murzov]

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[@porscha901]

Wonder how many E 23 are left

[@johnanthony5931]

Nice work. I love the bmw v12. Sounded great for sitting 5 years. Only get better with driving it. Good tune up.

[@amirhaider7003]

I bought a bmw e38 728i 1998 for 500 bucks and it had some rust so the second im about to start it i taught it wouldnt start because it sat for 5 years without starting it or driving it so i start it up no delays nothing started right up i take it for a test drive and it drives like any other car i was amazed by what A machine it was i still own it its been 2 years now no problems only changed the oil and the spark plugs otherwise nothing wrong with it

[@patrikbuzasi2096]

New life for best BMW ever

[@bosmerfromcanada3878]

Well I'll be dipped. A classic BMW and she still starts and turns with new fluids and all the lights work. They don't make them like this anymore.

[@derkenntdanix8023]

So ein schönes Fahrzeug. Der E38 sowie auch der E39 sind einfach die schönsten von BMW. Schade,dass die alten Fahrzeuge so sehr rosten. Tolles Ding

[@Paul-fb1em]

Yeah its the attachment bro! Ever heard of a funnel? Cut the end off a two liter bottle of pop. Works great.

[@Landshark928]

Awesome how a v12 is cranking.. wonderful high tech pitch

[@smashthemachine3746]

sat in public for 5 years and it wasn't vandalized...that's a miracle!!

[@remasterus]

I hate to see such fine craftsmanship end up the junkyard due to some rust. Hopefully someone with a full shop and a lift can get a good deal on it from you and restore it! Would love to see that beast on the road again.

[@MrMarko302]

E39 M5 in the background 👌🏽

[@rakishmahbub1320]

Customer: what's the condition of the car? Seller: The doors are extra crispy for your entertainment.

[@WindshieldTime]

the 30sec starting at 5:30 is so good... not to laugh at you, but with you because that is something i would do ✅✌️👍🤣

[@ciaranburke3243]

Beautiful thing, deserves a new lease of life, that induction sound when revved is sublime 👌

[@tubalooney]

Mate... I’m sure other people have pointed this out.. but if you turn the oil can upside down start with, ie with the spout uppermost, while filing up with oil it’s easier to pour in a smooth stream. Just saying love your vids pal!

[@alexveldhuis6004]

It may already have been said and you may already know, but when your pour from those oil jugs lay them on their side and air will get in more easily. You'll be surprised how much better they pour.

[@urmovaher7436]

Ahhh e38 one of the best looking cars ever made

[@skippymon]

5:54 I like the subtle oil leak countdown from 3!

[@Jademyheart]

Wow, man good good find , She sounds absolutely beautiful 💯 Well done, good work, Diamond find. 👌

[@MrMarkusmulder]

Bonjour Hope you are doing well and having a great time in the new ALPINA

[@juhu34]

Pro tip, when pouring from a can, tilt it on the side. Then air will get in to the can much easier and it wont splash so much.

[@sebastianm.8383]

the smallest problem with this car is the engine, when they started it there wasn't even smoke or anything, the corrossion in and outside is the challenge....

[@keyboarddancers7751]

Fantastic series.

[@OB928]

Love the e38. Had a 1997 750iL. Really miss that car. Just too expensive to keep 100% and difficult to find good parts.

[@1MrLuar]

KZbin as suggested your channel and what a suggestion. Looks super, I'm subscribing. Keep the good work m8 🙂

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@terrymosley3190]

HAPPY NEW YEAR to you, I like all your videos, I learn a lot about 750 bmw, I have been wanting one Since I was 18, I am 50 now and the 2000 750li bmw year here in the USA are nearly impossible to fine n decent shape

[@artlayton1425]

First observation: car needs a total repaint.2. new pads and rotors. 3. you should replace the fuel filters now. They are full of varnish.

[@TheDaf95xf]

Morning Mr cool guy 😎 Always top entertainment watching you find a fix theses super machines 🤣

[@nsrracing1]

I guess thats why they still make and sell funnels to this day. Not replaceable.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Great reliable engine. Probably improved WW II german tank engine. That moment when you spilt the oil literary hurt me lol. Thanks for the video and great success with the channel. Keep it up. I was just wondering where you are from originally?

[@thetruth7633]

6:00 LOL that is why I use a professional can with integrated attachment and pour the oil over from the standard cans, or get oil cans with the “slurf” already in it , nice job btw!

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you! That's why I love Liqui Moly bottles.

[@johnnyneumann6633]

Haha! The Moment the old man came by, telling his Story about going by eberyday on his bike and seeing it sitting there, was great! :D :) he Sounds exited that someone takes care of These old but glorious machines :)

[@M539Restorations]

He was a very nice old man. His daughter was rushing him to go but he wanted to stay and hear the double six start. Very nice moment. :)

[@m0wfo]

If you're using this as a donor car, maybe you can retrofit the hydraulic trunk mechanism onto your other e38? Might be a fun project

[@M539Restorations]

I thought about it but it's seems too complicated and time consuming to do. For now, I'm not planning to.

[@worldrecord54]

As Scotty would say BMW stands for Bring My Wallet

[@antanas6111]

The licence plate is so good

[@Leo-DaGreek]

I own a 01 E-38 750IL bought 2 yrs ago,as a non runner,sitting 6-7 yrs

[@oldschool7841]

The tires are perfect

[@user-fn5en9ez6k]

Your amazing bro ..big shout out to you man..i watched every single video in one day . Big props

[@av8bvma513]

My 1997 V12 IL is parked in a Four-Row carport, so has the same number of cylinders as all three other cars total, and more capacity!

[@Sal-bx7ip]

If you ever decide to let some parts go, I have an E38 that I would love to put those wood lined rear seat lights in.

[@davidprobst1974]

Very nice 🤙 love the 90‘s Car‘s from BMW save the classics

[@robertmoriarty925]

I have a 1997 750IL. Beautiful car! Keep these cars from the scrap pile!!

[@JohnSchmitt3rd]

Beautiful piece of machinery!

[@wesamal6302]

childhood dream car

[@bah33305858]

BMW , best cars in the world

[@naptalky]

Fun fact: You have to get a trailer for a car like e38 because the overall mass of a tow truck and e38 combined exceeds 3.5 tons, which is forbidden by the law, but from the physics point of view a 4 tons trailer attached to a tow truck is way more dangerous, than if it would be on the tow truck itself.

[@DJJumpdancer]

it needs an exhaust i didnt even heard it start up 😂

[@farukgunduz902]

DJJumpdancer bc he was inside the car wirh his mic

[@DJJumpdancer]

Faruk Gündüz still way to quiet

[@farukgunduz902]

DJJumpdancer than it s bc of the laws in germany my friend 😁 your neighbours gonna sue you bc of that „Anzeige ist raus“

[@Krezo200]

Nah, its because its a seven series - not a 3 series No show off

[@DJJumpdancer]

Faruk Gündüz i live in Germany and every GTI is louder and legal

[@ricramirez6509]

Good work.

[@TrafficDE]

I envy you for the 850. The E31 looks so much better than the G15 imo, but they're classics now and unaffordable.

[@Ubeans2001]

I already knew what happened when that 3 second countdown came up at 5:54.....

[@_Spider2077]

in 2009 i got a black e30 as a donar for shadow line and interior trim for my now gone e30 :))) it was black as well

[@MrDarkwar989]

Cool video man! I love how E38 looks like, but imo the pre-facelift looks even better. Good luck with all those cars.

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@lexpro2239]

Nice work

[@cpariaug]

Always wanted this car

[@cruisecontrol4400]

Dude although bmw V12 was the biggest pain in d ass in my life, your videos make me want another bmw V12 lol

[@faethonas9000]

Can I get an advise for a BMW 750L of 2009, with around 350 000 km on the clock, how more it can last without major overhauling and what are the main things to look after and check prior purchase. This channel offers vital info to all DIY BMW fans, and not only them.

[@M539Restorations]

Sorry, I don't know much about that model.

[@MistahMatzah]

The car has been sitting so long that the registration says "Francia orientalis" on it.

[@glgbg652]

Beautiful jobb beautiful car

[@facundoferreyra6326]

Your channel is incredible, the quality of the filming, your work is also spectacular, congratulations. I really like what you do traveling to buying cars and touring. I subscribed and expected to see more videos. Greetings from NY

[@alecxpro2071]

Awesome video man 😁

[@drone_tours]

I used to have a 2000 735i v8 very nice car

[@bilalahmed2123]

Nice job ! I absolutely hate rust and it has taken a toll on this car otherwise it would be a perfect daily driver !

[@2ndProtects1st]

Nice lmb m5

[@jeromekrupp3116]

Nice Bumer! 😍😍😍

[@tomlowe8563]

Always check the gearbox oil!!!!!

[@ak101farhan]

Makes me smile. I wish I owned one of those