1987 (premium European imported cars): Mercedes 560SEL, BMW 735iL, Jaguar XJ6 (luxury, windshield)

[Tennesseestorm]

Imported cars from the late 80s... all of these were good cars, some costly to maintain though... I am going to do a early 1990s poll later (maybe 1992?).

1987 Mercedes 560SEL


1987 BMW 735iL


1987 Jaguar XJ

[Tennesseestorm]

Not because I am a S-Class owner, but I feel that the S-Class is the most reliable of these... the BMW was nice, but had issues, as did the Jaguar with its electrical system and fuel system issues (which were taken care of when someone put in a 350 Chevy, which alot did).

The BMWs handled very well... the Jaguar rode like a dream, but the MB was a mix of both imo.

[Majordomo]

I always liked the XJs. I almost bought one years ago but I went with a Thunderbird SC instead.

[GTOlover]

a BMW 750IL cause it came with a V12 and was pretty good looking for a 80's sedan

In July 1986, BMW introduced the second generation of the 7 series, known internally as the E32. Aimed at the high end of the luxury market, the car offered some of the latest innovations in automotive technology, and a new, top-of-the-line V12 engine. Some luxury options featured on the E32 included integrated telephone and fax machines, a wine cooler, double glazing, electronic stability control, and a system that automatically increased spring pressure on the windshield wipers, to keep them firmly pressed on the glass at Autobahn speeds. Incidentally, the E32 was the first car adhering to BMW's self-imposed speed limit of 250 km/h (155.37 mph). According to the official American brochure in 1987, the ungoverned 750iL could reach 300 km/h (186.4 mph) with a side note that the terminal speed was electronically restricted.
The car was also available in a stretched version (indicated by an 'L' after the model number), in which case an extra 11.4 centimetres (4.5 in) of leg room was available to the rear passengers by stretching the rear doors, and the body at this point. It was in all years 88-94 in the U.S.
The BMW 750iL Highline was the top-of-the-line model of the E32, with lots of added luxury for the rear passengers like full leather, dual radio controls, dual climate control with coolbox mounted in the center console, electrically heated and adjustable rear seats, walnut veneer folding tables, two crystal glasses neatly placed in the coolbox, legrests, and sun shade all around the rear/side windows. Complete with independent heating and ventillation, it also added a second battery in the trunk and a second alternator to provide power for all these luxuries. The 'Highline' option package cost more than €10,000, and was only available on the 750iL, bringing the total price to well over twice that of a 'basic' 730i ('basic' to be taken in context

[Tennesseestorm]

Originally Posted by GTOlover

a BMW 750IL cause it came with a V12 and was pretty good looking for a 80's sedan

Ah yes! Those loved the gas too!

[Tennesseestorm]

Wow... one for all at this point!

[skywatcher75]

I liked the Benz, they were so classy looking and still holds up well today.

[las vegas drunk]

I chose other. I always liked the 1987 Volvo 740 turbo.

[unglebingo]

i need a engine for a 1989 bmw 560 sle please help

[asubram3]

Classic designs each. Now why can't BMW/Benz/Jaguars produce similar cars with updated drivetrains/interiors? I vote for the Benz.