BMW CSi Review

While the 850CSi is considered the most desirable of the 8-Series lineup, the most overlooked and perhaps the most under valued of all 8-Series is perhaps the 1997 BMW 840Ci. The 850CSi equipped with the V-12 is smooth but under powered for its size and displacement. The 850's V-12 were plagued with overly complicated mechanicals, including the dual ignition, duel fuel delivery, duel...well, duel everything including the cost of yearly maintenance for a car that is now approaching 15 years old. 

The 1997 840Ci equipped with the M62B44 V-8 (non-VANOS) is a far more practical and prudent alternative. It is a tried and true V-8 used in the 5 Series and 7 Series lineup of the day. Best for those seeking the top-of-the-line 8-Series to choose the 1997 840Ci. Keep in mind that the 1997 is the last year in which the car was exported to the USA. The 1998 & 1999 840's were considered Grey Market cars sold in very limited numbers in Europe and Canada only but really, they were "left-overs" from the 1997 production run. 

A used 8-Series today are absolute bargains for the top-of-the-line BMW of the day and like the 507's produced in the 1950's in very limited numbers, the 8-Series were a loss-leader for BMW due to their excessive production costs and development. 

Be prepared to spend $15,000--$20,000 US Dollars for a decent 840Ci. 

Source : www.diseno-art.com

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