Carsieve BMW 7er-Reihe E65/E66 facelift 730d DPF, 231 PS, 6-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive (2005–2008)
- Power
- 231 PS (170 kW)
- Engine codes
- M57D30TÜ2
- Gearbox
- 6-speed automatic
- Production years
- 2005–2008
- Running cost per month
- €703
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Median price
- €6,000
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 1/5
Research for this car
- Gearbox guide ZF 6HP 6-speed automatic (BMW Steptronic, Audi tiptronic): problems, costs and what to check
A workable six-speed when its fluid is changed on time, but mechatronic and bushing wear recur. Buy with service proof and a clean scan.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechatronic and solenoid faults | All 6HP cars, worst when overheated | 100,000 to 150,000 km | No confirmed price | Gearbox guide |
| Worn bushings | All 6HP cars, Audi drum bushings and 6HP21 input shaft | 60,000 to 150,000 km | No confirmed price | Gearbox guide |
| Torque converter shudder | All 6HP cars | 120,000 to 150,000 km on Audi quattro units up to 2009 (Kolesa.ru, Audi A6 C6) | No confirmed price | Gearbox guide |
Before you buy this car
From the gearbox guide
- Read the fault memory with ISTA or a BMW or Audi scanner. Bad result: BMW codes 4F85, 4F8F or 4F83, or a past limp mode. A scanner is needed.
- Ask for fluid and pan service records. Bad result: no change in the last 60,000 to 100,000 km, or no adaptation reset afterwards. Dirty oil adds to mechatronic wear.
- Drive 15 minutes in town, then under load. Bad result: slipping, flaring, or jerks on 2-3 and 3-4.
- Hold a steady light throttle at 60 to 80 km/h. Bad result: a shudder or vibration, which points to the torque converter lock-up clutch.
- Drive under load in 4th and 5th. Bad result: slip under load or jerks on shift, which points to worn bushings.
Running costs
| Operational | €255 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €180 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €268 |
| Total per month | €703 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €69 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 54
- 25th percentile
- €4,900
- Median price
- €6,000
- 75th percentile
- €7,250
- Median mileage
- 284,216 km
- Median first registration
- 2006
- Dealer share
- 25.9%
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Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 8 | €6,499 | 239,000 km |
| 2007 | 13 | €6,490 | 244,163 km |
| 2006 | 23 | €5,899 | 304,000 km |
| 2005 | 9 | €5,980 | 328,964 km |
| 2003 | 1 | – | – |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 54 | €6,000 | €4,900 – €7,250 | 284,216 km |
| Oct 2026 | 54 | €6,000 | €4,900 – €7,250 | 284,216 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 4 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 730Ld DPF Automatic | 231 PS | 2005–2007 | €706 |
| 730Ld DPF Automatic | 231 PS | 2007–2008 | €700 |
| 730d DPF Automatic | 231 PS | 2005–2007 | €706 |
| 730d DPF Automatic | 231 PS | 2007–2008 | €697 |