Quick answer
For the same model year, dealers ask -6 points more than private sellers.
BMW 740Li price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Spread | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 8 | |
| 2013 | — | 16 | |
| 2012 | — | 6 |
ROWS 3·SOURCE Live classified listings
Dealer or private seller
On the BMW 740Li the dealer markup works out at -6% over a private sale of the same year.
| Seller | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dealer | 21 | +0.6% | $10,503 |
| Private seller | 15 | +6.7% | $8,199 |
ROWS 2·SOURCE Live listings, normalized per model year
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used BMW 740Li cost?
The median asking price is $8,900 across 46 live listings. A 2012 asks about $5,900 and a 2014 about $7,300. The most listed year is 2013, at $8,900. To price one car by its year and mileage, use the BMW 740Li valuation tool.
Is it cheaper to buy a 740Li from a private seller?
No. For the same model year private sellers ask 6 points more than dealers.
Asking prices from live classified listings, normalized against the median for each model year. Slices below a minimum listing count are omitted. Asking prices exceed transaction prices (how we count). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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