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E32 Sedan

BMW 7 Series · Sedan · 1986–1994

First V12 BMW saloon of the modern era.

Production run

1986–1994

Engines covered

3

Avg. part price

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19902026

Interactive systems map

Inspect the E32

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Systems map

Where it goes wrong

Each numbered hotspot counts the documented failure points in that area. Select one to see the specifics for this chassis and engine.

Failure points by system

Engine4

Cooling1

Documented issues per engine

4

M30

4

M60

4

M70

Known weak points

What breaks on the E32

Timing chain guideDiagnose →Head gasket at high mileageDiagnose →Nikasil bore wear (early)Diagnose →Timing chain guidesDiagnose →Twin-ECU complexityDiagnose →Coolant pipes and hosesDiagnose →

Guides & playbooks

E32 playbooks

Maintenance scheduleGive me a mileage-based maintenance schedule for a BMW 7 Series E32, including the items the factory schedule skips.Buyer's inspectionI'm inspecting a used BMW 7 Series E32. What exactly should I check, test drive and look for underneath?Build planPlan a staged performance build for a BMW 7 Series E32 that stays reliable as a daily driver.Fault code lookupI have a fault code on my BMW 7 Series E32. Walk me through what it means and how to confirm the cause.

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