Images: BMW E38.I 7-Series (1995-98)
Released in January 1995, the BMW E38 Mk.I (E38.I) 7-Series was a large, luxury sedan. Manufactured in Dingolfing, Germany, the rear-wheel drive E38.I 7-Series range initially consisted of the 730iL and 740iL, with the range-topping 750iL following in May 1995. In June 1996, the 7-Series range underwent a minor update as the 730iL was replaced by the 735iL, the 740iL was fitted with a 4.4-litre V8 engine and BMW’s ‘Steptronic’ automatic transmission with manual shift mode was introduced… Read full BMW E38 7-Series review
Images: BMW E38.II 7-Series (1998-01)
Released in October 1998, the BMW E38 Mk.II (E38.II) 7-Series range introduced an expanded range with the short wheelbase 735i and L7 limousine models. The E38.II 7-Series could be identified by its scalloped headlights, revised kidney grille, front bumpers and chrome boot lid handle.Compared to its long wheelbase counterpart, E38.II 735i had a 140 mm shorter wheelbase (at 2930 mm) and was also 140 mm shorter in overall length (4984 mm).
