328i or 740iL?

[Deuceman]

I have the opportunity to chose between the following 2 cars:

2000 328i, 37000 miles, $22995 or 1999 740iL, 47000 miles, $24995

Both cars appear to be in equally good shape and the dealer has a very good reputation.
I'm naturally leaning towards the 740, but I'm wondering if the 328 would be a better investment and less expensive to maintain over the long run.

Opinions and reasons would be appreciated...

 

[Wadula]

first of all: welcome to the board!

to your problem. both cars are absolutley uncompareable and i think you should choose based on your taste and tendency.

as far as costs are concerend, the 7series will be more expensive i believe. inspections, oilchanges, mpg, it is all more than a 3 series. the 3 series has little less miles and is younger than the 7er.

could you compare the insurance rates? i can imagine that a 7er is more expensive in that area as well.
so from a money point of view go with the 3er. and there comes the taste again....

 

[DRWWE]

It depends on what you want. If you want fun, the the 328 is the way to go. You have a 3 series so you know what that is like. Personally, I feel cramped in our 325. The 740 has more of a prestige look and will be more comfortable for you and passengers and should still be a joy to drive. I agree with Wadula about maintenance costs. As for investment, I think the re-sale on both would be good.
If I were fortunate enough to make the choice here, I'd go for the 740.

[driving2]