The E38 7-Series with the M52 six (728i), the M62 V8 (735i/740i), the M73 V12 (750i) and the M57 diesel (730d). A widely-admired era; age and V8/V12 complexity are the watch-points. Editorial summary, not a reliability rating; facts below.
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