Highlights

• Superb ‘Individual’ specification
• Long wheelbase model
• 6-litre, twin-turbo V12
• Individual dark green metallic paintwork
• Comprehensive service history
• MOT to December 2023

The Appeal

When it comes to absolute luxury in modern motoring, a long wheelbase, V12 engined 7-series is tough to beat. With that powerful yet creamily-smooth V12 up front and more options, creature comforts and gizmos than you can shake a stick at, they’re the ideal vehicle for long journeys or for anyone that simply loves to wallow in opulence.

The History and Paperwork

• First registered in May 2012
• Five owners from new
• Current owner since September 2022
• MOT to December 2023
• 108,029 miles on the clock
• The vendor tells us the car has a full history, with the majority being carried out by a main dealer, until the last two services

The Interior

• Extended buffalo leather throughout, with a handsome dark grey finish, all presenting in very fine condition, with no significant wear or tear apparent
• Winged pillow headrests
• Mixed grey leather headliner is in excellent order, with no damage or sagging
• Individual wood trim adorns the doors, dashboard and steering wheel
• Electrically operated, front and rear heated and cooled massage seats with memory function
• Side and rear blinds
• Four zone climate control (two zone front, two zone rear)
• Desert spec roof conditioner - a very unusual and rare option
• Full rear entertainment package, including wireless headphones and individual screens, complete with separate iDrive controller in central armrest
• DVD player in centre console
• Top-spec Harman Kardon sound system with CD and radio
• Hands-free phone connectivity
• Electric windows and door mirrors
• Rear vanity mirrors
• Soft close doors
• UV glass, double glazed throughout
• Large glass sunroof, electrically operated
• Fridge
• Lane departure warning
• Lane keep assist
• Parking sensors front and rear
• Thermal camera – another rare and very expensive option
• Powered tailgate, with a generous boot trimmed in grey carpet
• Overall the cabin presents in superb condition, with some very minor marks and blemishes to some of the trim, as you’d expect
• No issues or problems with the cabin’s features are reported

The Exterior

• Individual dark green metallic paintwork, presenting in very good overall condition, with some minor marks and the odd blemish
• All of the bodywork shows in excellent condition, we couldn’t discern any damage or corrosion
• Long wheelbase layout, offering plenty of internal space
• Automatic Xenon headlights
• Rear privacy glass
• The external trim and brightwork all looks to be present, correct and in fine fettle
• 21-inch, 14-spoke alloy wheels, in overall good order, with some minor kerbing and blemishes to a couple of wheels

The Mechanics

• 5,972cc twin-turbo V12
• Rear-wheel drive
• Factory performance figures: 536hp and 553lb-ft
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Comfort and Sport modes
• Rear-wheel steering, offering better handling and stability at high speeds and easier manoeuvrability at low speeds
• Very clean engine bay, with no obvious issues we could see
• The vendor reports no faults or issues with the mechanical aspects of the car

Summary