Sell your 2008 BMW 7 Series for cash

The 2008 BMW 7 Series is a full-size car that came with a choice of 4.8L 8-cyl and 6.0L 12-cyl engines. At 18 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2008 BMW 7 Series at a glance

Body styleLarge Cars
Engines4.8L 8-cyl, 6.0L 12-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic (S6)
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
Fuel economy13–15 city / 20–23 highway / 15–18 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$4,550–$5,500 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂494–592 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA3 configurations: 750i, 750li, 760li
Age18 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 18 years old, most of a 2008 7 Series's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a full-size car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 7 Series. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the power train, typically around 87,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2008 BMW 7 Series recalls

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 2008 BMW 7 Series. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Latches/Locks/LinkagesMay 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V328000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2005-2008 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760i, 760Li, and B7 Alpina vehicles equipped with both the Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options. In these vehicles, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.

Risk: The door may unexpectedly open due to road or driving conditions or occupant contact with the door. The sudden opening may result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Electrical SystemOct 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V502000

BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 7-Series vehicles, equipped with the Comfort Access option, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through July 24, 2008. The affected vehicles have an electronic key and an electronic connection between the gear shifter and the transmission (shift-by-wire) that automatically shifts the…

Risk: If the driver exits the vehicle with the transmission in Neutral and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may rollaway. Unattended rollaway incidents often result in a crash or cause injury to pedestrians attempting to stop or ente

Service Brakes, HydraulicOct 2010 · NHTSA campaign 10V446000

BMW is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-series, 6-series, and model year 2002-2008 7-series vehicles. A check valve of the brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil. Over time this could result in contamination of the brake booster.

Risk: Power assist braking performance could be adversely affected. In extreme cases there could be a complete loss of power assist braking. An unexpected reduction or loss in power braking assist may increase the risk of a crash.

Common 2008 7 Series problems

Owners have filed 94 complaints about the 2008 BMW 7 Series with NHTSA. 5 reports involved a crash and 2 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 7 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Power Train23
  • Electrical System18
  • Air Bags15
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages13
  • Structure13
  • Seat Belts8

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Power Train87,000 mi
  • Electrical System100,000 mi
  • Air Bags103,000 mi
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages91,000 mi
  • Structure86,000 mi
  • Seat Belts92,000 mi

2008 BMW 7 Series service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 54 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2008 BMW 7 Series. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Electrical System8
  • Fuel System6
  • Engine and Engine Cooling5
  • Engine4
  • Equipment3
  • Power Train3

Recent bulletins

  • Service campaignMar 2025 · B110614

    This bulletin outlines the Customer Care Package program that has been designed exclusively for BMWvehicles with the N63 engine. Vehicles with the N63 high performance en

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2024 · B510819

    The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2024 · B611305

    The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the ba

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2023 · B160623

    Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsNov 2023 · B653423

    Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicle’s equipment and settings, no acoustic

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 2 defect investigations covering the 2008 BMW 7 Series.

Electrical SystemEA12002 · opened Apr 2012, closed Jan 2013Led to recall 12V502000

Vehicle Rollaway

In a letter dated October 16, 2012, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR), NHTSA Recall No. 12V-502 to NHTSA identifying a safety defect involving the possibility of unattended vehicle rollaway in MY 2005 through 2008 BMW 7-Series (approximately 45,000) vehicles equipped with the C

Electrical SystemPE11025 · opened Aug 2011, closed Apr 2012

Vehicle Rollaway

In response to the Office of Defects Investigation's (ODI) Information Request (IR) for PE11-025, BMW provided ODI with 1 complaint and 46 field reports relating to either incidents of unattended vehicle rollaway or vehicle movement after the driver expected the vehicle gearshift to automatically shift to park. ODI's a

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Selling a 2008 7 Series: questions

How much is a 2008 BMW 7 Series worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2008 7 Series that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2008 7 Seriess that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2008 7 Series with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 BMW 7 Series; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2008 7 Series?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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