The Paris Auto Show is very close and so is the launch of the 2009 7-Series. The 7-Series will be built on an all-new platform: F01/F02 (the F02 is the long-wheelbase model). The one you see in the photo is the F02 version.

Like any other new BMW model, the future 7-Series will have its design inspired by the CS Concept.

The engine line-up will probably include: 750i's 360-hp, 4.8-liter V-8 and the 760Li's 438-hp, 6.0-liter V-12 and the possible addition of a U.S.-market diesel or hybrid down the line.

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