Sell your 2018 BMW 7 Series for cash

The 2018 BMW 7 Series is a full-size car that came with a choice of 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl and 6.6L 12-cyl engines. Even at 8 years old, a damaged or broken-down one still has real value for its parts. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2018 BMW 7 Series at a glance

Body styleLarge Cars
Engines2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl, 6.6L 12-cyl (turbocharged versions available)
TransmissionsAutomatic (S8)
DriveRear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
Fuel economy13–25 city / 20–29 highway / 16–27 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,050–$5,150 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂214–571 grams per mile
EPA fuel economy score2–8 out of 10
EPA greenhouse gas score2–9 out of 10
Gross vehicle weight rating5,450–6,261 lb
Versions tested by EPA7 configurations: 740i, 740i xDrive, 750i, 750i xDrive, Alpina B7 xDrive, M760i xDrive and more
Age8 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 8 years old, a 2018 7 Series is newer than most junk cars, so working parts like the engine, transmission and body panels are in demand from rebuilders and parts buyers.
  • 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 2 recalls for the 2018 7 Series. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 158,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2018 BMW 7 Series recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2018 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.

Electrical SystemJul 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V441000Park outside / do not drive

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 530e xDrive, 2017-2019 740Le xDrive, 2018-2020 530e iPerformance, 2016-2018 330e iPerformance vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.

Risk: A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.

EquipmentSep 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V652000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail…

Risk: An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.

Common 2018 7 Series problems

Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2018 BMW 7 Series with NHTSA.

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

  • Electrical System2
  • Engine2
  • Suspension2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling1
  • Seat Belts1
  • Service Brakes1

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System158,000 mi
  • Suspension96,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling87,000 mi
  • Service Brakes25,000 mi

2018 BMW 7 Series service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 281 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2018 BMW 7 Series. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

9 of them are warranty extensions. Warranty extensions mean the manufacturer agreed to cover a specific repair beyond the normal warranty. They rarely still apply to a car this age, but they point to known weak spots.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Electrical System52
  • Equipment35
  • Equipment21
  • Engine and Engine Cooling19
  • Electrical System12
  • Steering11

Recent bulletins

  • Warranty Program/ExtensionJun 2026 · B010224

    The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the or

  • Warranty Program/ExtensionMay 2026 · B011325

    The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the or

  • Warranty Program/ExtensionMar 2026 · B010522

    The front and rear air suspension strut assemblies limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 8 years /80,000 miles as determined from

  • Warranty Program/ExtensionFeb 2026 · B720125

    A situation may occur where the front passenger seat is not occupied; however, a "fasten seat belt" warning and a front passenger seat air bag deactivation message appear

  • Warranty Program/ExtensionOct 2025 · B720125

    A situation may occur where the front passenger seat is not occupied; however, a "fasten seat belt" warning and a front passenger seat air bag deactivation message appear

  • Warranty Program/ExtensionOct 2025 · B011325

    The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the or

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2018 BMW 7 Series.

Electrical SystemDP22005 · opened Jan 2023, closed Aug 2023Led to recall 22V063000

Pedestrian alert sounds

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pe

Selling a 2018 7 Series: questions

How much is a 2018 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 2018 7 Series that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2018 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 2018 7 Series with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 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 2018 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.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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