2002 BMW E65/66 745Li Petrol Automatic
At the forefront of automotive innovation, the E65 and E66 were the fourth generation of BMW's 7 Series and were used by the German carmaker to introduce many novel features, including the iDrive infotainment system, active anti-roll bars, a six-speed automatic transmission, an electronic Smart Key (dispensing with the traditional metallic key), and night vision. It was also the world's first car to use an electric parking brake and the first BMW to feature directional and bi-Xenon (HID) headlights.
The E66 long-wheelbase models, badged "Li," were introduced in June 2002 and are 140 mm (5.5 in) longer than the standard saloon, allowing for extra rear legroom.
The featured BMW 745 Li boasts a prestigious background, having been first registered in 2002 to the Sultan Qaboos of Oman. For over two decades, it was cherished as part of his esteemed vehicle collection, gracing the streets of London with its elegant presence. Throughout this time, it was meticulously maintained, spending the majority of its days sheltered in dry, heated storage—a testament to the Sultan's dedication to preserving its pristine condition. The blue velour seats were a one-off special order by the sultan making it a true one of one example.
The vehicle boasts optional extras of a rear sun blind, automatic lights, self-levelling suspension, park distance control, automatic rain sensor, cd player and cd autochanger. A special Bluetooth module has also been fitted behind the scenes to enable music streaming through the factory Idrive. The car was also optioned with dynamic drive which makes a huge difference in minimising body roll, it means the car literally hugs the road.
Finished in Oxford Green Metallic, the paintwork on the 7-Series presents extremely well thanks to the low mileage and warm, dry storage it received for the majority of its life.
At the front of the car the headlights are crystal clear with no damage to the lenses, and the chrome grilles and bumper insert have a bright finish. The bonnet aligns with the wing rails as it should, and the windscreen is free from any noticeable scratches or chips.
Looking down all 5.17 metres, the car is nice and straight apart from one very small ding just below the driver’s side rear door handle. The doors align as you would expect, with an equal gap, and the windows, seals, and chrome trims are all excellent.
The rear end is just as good as the rest of the car; the lights are all in good order, the badges are free from tarnishing or discolouration, and the original Wood BMW dealer number plate is still in place.
Fitted with the original ‘Style 93’ double seven-spoke alloy wheels, these are all in excellent condition and have recently had a new full set of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tyres fitted.
As you can imagine, the BMW’s interior is in excellent condition. The plush blue velour seats are all in good order, with no signs of damage or excessive wear and operate correctly on the electric side of things. The velour interior was a one-off special order, not normally available and with all other 7 series being standard with leather, making it a true ‘one of one’ 7 series. The door cards are also in good condition, although there are a few very minor scuffs on the lower section of the driver’s side, but these are minimal.
The dashboard was specced with real open pore cherry wood trim; this is all in good condition and follows around onto the door cards and centre armrest. All of the switchgear presents well with no real signs of wear and works correctly. The instruments are also working as you would expect, with no warning lights displayed. When the car was ordered, aside from the excellent standard features that came with the luxury 7-series, there was a car phone included, cruise control, even cup holders, and not forgetting the innovative iDrive infotainment system.
Throughout the cabin, the carpets are in excellent condition, and these have been protected with a set of factory mats in grey, followed by another set of black mats for extra protection. Inside the large boot area, again, the carpet is superb; under this, there is a full-sized spare alloy wheel with what is probably the original Pirelli tyre fitted. There is also the jack and wheel brace, and mounted to the underside of the boot lid is the original first aid and tool kit.
Fitted with BMW's new at the time N62 engine, the 329bhp and 332lb-ft, 4.4-litre V8 was said to be capable of taking this huge luxury saloon from 0-60mph in just 6.3 seconds and a restricted top speed of 155mph.
The car fires up perfectly without hesitation and sounds incredibly smooth.
The 4.4-litre V8 is coupled to a six-speed automatic gearbox. This has a silky-smooth change going up and down the gears which can also be selected by using the mounted steering wheel buttons.
With any luxury saloon, comfort is key, and the suspension does a wonderful job of soaking up the road, especially with traction control and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard. Stopping the 1984.92kg BMW is a breeze with 348mm front discs and 345mm rear discs.
Upon inspecting the paperwork file that accompanies the BMW, you'll discover all the necessary handbooks are included. One thing of significant importance is the multiple invoices showing the car has been regularly serviced and taken for MOT inspections despite its minimal annual usage.
The car comes with an advisory free MOT valid until 11th July 2025.
The most recent engine oil service was carried out at Sytner main dealer on 4th June 2024 at 25,551 miles.
Whilst at Sytner for servicing the car also received new front brake pads and a coolant change.
Luxury saloons such as this BMW 745Li were often used by high-flying businessmen who wanted something powerful and comfortable to fly up and down the motorway, resulting in high-mileage cars. This is certainly not the case for this cherished 2002 example. With just 25,794 miles, the BMW is perfect to go straight into a collection or be enjoyed as ‘new old stock’. It’s a time warp!
At the forefront of automotive innovation, the E65 and E66 were the fourth generation of BMW's 7 Series and were used by the German carmaker to introduce many novel features, including the iDrive infotainment system, active anti-roll bars, a six-speed automatic transmission, an electronic Smart Key (dispensing with the traditional metallic key), and night vision. It was also the world's first car to use an electric parking brake and the first BMW to feature directional and bi-Xenon (HID) headlights.
The E66 long-wheelbase models, badged "Li," were introduced in June 2002 and are 140 mm (5.5 in) longer than the standard saloon, allowing for extra rear legroom.
The featured BMW 745 Li boasts a prestigious background, having been first registered in 2002 to the Sultan Qaboos of Oman. For over two decades, it was cherished as part of his esteemed vehicle collection, gracing the streets of London with its elegant presence. Throughout this time, it was meticulously maintained, spending the majority of its days sheltered in dry, heated storage—a testament to the Sultan's dedication to preserving its pristine condition. The blue velour seats were a one-off special order by the sultan making it a true one of one example.
The vehicle boasts optional extras of a rear sun blind, automatic lights, self-levelling suspension, park distance control, automatic rain sensor, cd player and cd autochanger. A special Bluetooth module has also been fitted behind the scenes to enable music streaming through the factory Idrive. The car was also optioned with dynamic drive which makes a huge difference in minimising body roll, it means the car literally hugs the road.
Finished in Oxford Green Metallic, the paintwork on the 7-Series presents extremely well thanks to the low mileage and warm, dry storage it received for the majority of its life.
At the front of the car the headlights are crystal clear with no damage to the lenses, and the chrome grilles and bumper insert have a bright finish. The bonnet aligns with the wing rails as it should, and the windscreen is free from any noticeable scratches or chips.
Looking down all 5.17 metres, the car is nice and straight apart from one very small ding just below the driver’s side rear door handle. The doors align as you would expect, with an equal gap, and the windows, seals, and chrome trims are all excellent.
The rear end is just as good as the rest of the car; the lights are all in good order, the badges are free from tarnishing or discolouration, and the original Wood BMW dealer number plate is still in place.
Fitted with the original ‘Style 93’ double seven-spoke alloy wheels, these are all in excellent condition and have recently had a new full set of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tyres fitted.
As you can imagine, the BMW’s interior is in excellent condition. The plush blue velour seats are all in good order, with no signs of damage or excessive wear and operate correctly on the electric side of things. The velour interior was a one-off special order, not normally available and with all other 7 series being standard with leather, making it a true ‘one of one’ 7 series. The door cards are also in good condition, although there are a few very minor scuffs on the lower section of the driver’s side, but these are minimal.
The dashboard was specced with real open pore cherry wood trim; this is all in good condition and follows around onto the door cards and centre armrest. All of the switchgear presents well with no real signs of wear and works correctly. The instruments are also working as you would expect, with no warning lights displayed. When the car was ordered, aside from the excellent standard features that came with the luxury 7-series, there was a car phone included, cruise control, even cup holders, and not forgetting the innovative iDrive infotainment system.
Throughout the cabin, the carpets are in excellent condition, and these have been protected with a set of factory mats in grey, followed by another set of black mats for extra protection. Inside the large boot area, again, the carpet is superb; under this, there is a full-sized spare alloy wheel with what is probably the original Pirelli tyre fitted. There is also the jack and wheel brace, and mounted to the underside of the boot lid is the original first aid and tool kit.
Fitted with BMW's new at the time N62 engine, the 329bhp and 332lb-ft, 4.4-litre V8 was said to be capable of taking this huge luxury saloon from 0-60mph in just 6.3 seconds and a restricted top speed of 155mph.
The car fires up perfectly without hesitation and sounds incredibly smooth.
The 4.4-litre V8 is coupled to a six-speed automatic gearbox. This has a silky-smooth change going up and down the gears which can also be selected by using the mounted steering wheel buttons.
With any luxury saloon, comfort is key, and the suspension does a wonderful job of soaking up the road, especially with traction control and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard. Stopping the 1984.92kg BMW is a breeze with 348mm front discs and 345mm rear discs.
Upon inspecting the paperwork file that accompanies the BMW, you'll discover all the necessary handbooks are included. One thing of significant importance is the multiple invoices showing the car has been regularly serviced and taken for MOT inspections despite its minimal annual usage.
The car comes with an advisory free MOT valid until 11th July 2025.
The most recent engine oil service was carried out at Sytner main dealer on 4th June 2024 at 25,551 miles.
Whilst at Sytner for servicing the car also received new front brake pads and a coolant change.
Luxury saloons such as this BMW 745Li were often used by high-flying businessmen who wanted something powerful and comfortable to fly up and down the motorway, resulting in high-mileage cars. This is certainly not the case for this cherished 2002 example. With just 25,794 miles, the BMW is perfect to go straight into a collection or be enjoyed as ‘new old stock’. It’s a time warp!
At the forefront of automotive innovation, the E65 and E66 were the fourth generation of BMW's 7 Series and were used by the German carmaker to introduce many novel features, including the iDrive infotainment system, active anti-roll bars, a six-speed automatic transmission, an electronic Smart Key (dispensing with the traditional metallic key), and night vision. It was also the world's first car to use an electric parking brake and the first BMW to feature directional and bi-Xenon (HID) headlights.
The E66 long-wheelbase models, badged "Li," were introduced in June 2002 and are 140 mm (5.5 in) longer than the standard saloon, allowing for extra rear legroom.
The featured BMW 745 Li boasts a prestigious background, having been first registered in 2002 to the Sultan Qaboos of Oman. For over two decades, it was cherished as part of his esteemed vehicle collection, gracing the streets of London with its elegant presence. Throughout this time, it was meticulously maintained, spending the majority of its days sheltered in dry, heated storage—a testament to the Sultan's dedication to preserving its pristine condition. The blue velour seats were a one-off special order by the sultan making it a true one of one example.
The vehicle boasts optional extras of a rear sun blind, automatic lights, self-levelling suspension, park distance control, automatic rain sensor, cd player and cd autochanger. A special Bluetooth module has also been fitted behind the scenes to enable music streaming through the factory Idrive. The car was also optioned with dynamic drive which makes a huge difference in minimising body roll, it means the car literally hugs the road.
Finished in Oxford Green Metallic, the paintwork on the 7-Series presents extremely well thanks to the low mileage and warm, dry storage it received for the majority of its life.
At the front of the car the headlights are crystal clear with no damage to the lenses, and the chrome grilles and bumper insert have a bright finish. The bonnet aligns with the wing rails as it should, and the windscreen is free from any noticeable scratches or chips.
Looking down all 5.17 metres, the car is nice and straight apart from one very small ding just below the driver’s side rear door handle. The doors align as you would expect, with an equal gap, and the windows, seals, and chrome trims are all excellent.
The rear end is just as good as the rest of the car; the lights are all in good order, the badges are free from tarnishing or discolouration, and the original Wood BMW dealer number plate is still in place.
Fitted with the original ‘Style 93’ double seven-spoke alloy wheels, these are all in excellent condition and have recently had a new full set of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tyres fitted.
As you can imagine, the BMW’s interior is in excellent condition. The plush blue velour seats are all in good order, with no signs of damage or excessive wear and operate correctly on the electric side of things. The velour interior was a one-off special order, not normally available and with all other 7 series being standard with leather, making it a true ‘one of one’ 7 series. The door cards are also in good condition, although there are a few very minor scuffs on the lower section of the driver’s side, but these are minimal.
The dashboard was specced with real open pore cherry wood trim; this is all in good condition and follows around onto the door cards and centre armrest. All of the switchgear presents well with no real signs of wear and works correctly. The instruments are also working as you would expect, with no warning lights displayed. When the car was ordered, aside from the excellent standard features that came with the luxury 7-series, there was a car phone included, cruise control, even cup holders, and not forgetting the innovative iDrive infotainment system.
Throughout the cabin, the carpets are in excellent condition, and these have been protected with a set of factory mats in grey, followed by another set of black mats for extra protection. Inside the large boot area, again, the carpet is superb; under this, there is a full-sized spare alloy wheel with what is probably the original Pirelli tyre fitted. There is also the jack and wheel brace, and mounted to the underside of the boot lid is the original first aid and tool kit.
Fitted with BMW's new at the time N62 engine, the 329bhp and 332lb-ft, 4.4-litre V8 was said to be capable of taking this huge luxury saloon from 0-60mph in just 6.3 seconds and a restricted top speed of 155mph.
The car fires up perfectly without hesitation and sounds incredibly smooth.
The 4.4-litre V8 is coupled to a six-speed automatic gearbox. This has a silky-smooth change going up and down the gears which can also be selected by using the mounted steering wheel buttons.
With any luxury saloon, comfort is key, and the suspension does a wonderful job of soaking up the road, especially with traction control and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard. Stopping the 1984.92kg BMW is a breeze with 348mm front discs and 345mm rear discs.
Upon inspecting the paperwork file that accompanies the BMW, you'll discover all the necessary handbooks are included. One thing of significant importance is the multiple invoices showing the car has been regularly serviced and taken for MOT inspections despite its minimal annual usage.
The car comes with an advisory free MOT valid until 11th July 2025.
The most recent engine oil service was carried out at Sytner main dealer on 4th June 2024 at 25,551 miles.
Whilst at Sytner for servicing the car also received new front brake pads and a coolant change.
Luxury saloons such as this BMW 745Li were often used by high-flying businessmen who wanted something powerful and comfortable to fly up and down the motorway, resulting in high-mileage cars. This is certainly not the case for this cherished 2002 example. With just 25,794 miles, the BMW is perfect to go straight into a collection or be enjoyed as ‘new old stock’. It’s a time warp!