2008 BMW 7-Series BMW 7-Series 2008

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2008 BMW 7-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (0%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (20%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (30%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (40%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (10%)

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2008 BMW 7-Series repair cost distribution

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$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan, ext.

360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 7-Series in Tennessee, United States
Jun 2018 - Jun 2019
Jul 2018

126000 mi

US $10
Replaced both parking lamps with LED. Requires bumper removal. 
BMW 7-Series in Massachusetts, United States
- Oct 2011
Oct 2011

49000 mi
Left Rear Comfort Access Door Handle Replaced 

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2008 BMW 7-Series 4dr Sedan

360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

BMW 7-Series in Nova Scotia, Canada
Feb 2020 - Jun 2022
Mar 2020

128960 mi

C $120
Leaking transmission cooler line due to rust spot on hardline Original battery weak 
May 2021

132060 mi

C $1275
At over 200K kms, suspension was in need of replacement. Replaced all 4 struts with Bilstein, strut mounts with Lemforder. In the course of doinmg this job, also replaced one tie rod end that was seized due to rust. After a spate of weird electric problems (satnav intermittent, soft close door would not latch), car seemingly to run on only 4 cylinders with no acceleration, and a scan showing only half of the ECUs reporting to the system, it was dtermined that an IVM (Integrated Voltage Module) might fix the faults. 15 minute job to R&R and job done. All fixed after codes cleared and car runs better than it ever has. 
Dec 2021

134540 mi

C $400
Replaced LH rear wheel bearing, ball joint and all bushings and links. Replaced front tension links (both sides), RH rear links and bushes. Replaced halfshaft. 
BMW 7-Series in California, United States
- Aug 2011
Jun 2009

7000 mi
The passenger rear door handle began responding intermittently to touch with the comfort access system. The dealer replaced the entire exterior handle. 

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2008 BMW 7-Series Repair Histories

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