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Free BMW 7 Series (E32) VIN Decoder

Decode your BMW 7 Series (E32) VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 12 variants (1986–1994). No registration.

1986–1994 12 variants Sedan Petrol
BMW 7 Series (E32)
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BMW 7 Series (E32) specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each 7 Series (E32) variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
750iL 4AT RWD (300 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 5.0 L 296 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp RWD —
750i 4AT RWD (300 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 5.0 L 295 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp RWD —
740i 5AT RWD (286 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 4.0 L 282 bhp AUTOMATIC 5sp RWD —
740iL 5AT FWD (286 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 4.0 L 282 bhp AUTOMATIC 5sp RWD —
730i V8 5AT RWD (218 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 3.0 L 215 bhp AUTOMATIC 5sp RWD —
730i V8 5MT RWD (218 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 3.0 L 215 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
735i 4AT RWD (211 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 3.4 L 208 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp RWD —
735i 5MT RWD (211 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 3.4 L 208 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
735iL 4AT RWD (211 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 3.4 L 208 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp RWD —
735iL 5MT RWD (211 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 3.4 L 208 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
730i 4AT RWD (188 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 3.0 L 185 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp RWD —
730i 5MT RWD (188 HP) 1986–1994 Petrol 3.0 L 185 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —

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Other 7 Series generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

7 Series7 Series (E23)7 Series (E38)7 Series (E65/E66)7 Series (F01/02)7 Series (F01/02) Facelift7 Series (G11) LCI7 Series (G11/G12)

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BMW 7 Series (E32) VIN FAQ

What does a BMW 7 Series (E32) VIN tell you?+
A BMW 7 Series (E32) VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a BMW 7 Series (E32)?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the BMW 7 Series (E32) made?+
Our database covers the BMW 7 Series (E32) for model years 1986–1994, across 12 variants.
Is the BMW 7 Series (E32) VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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