{"product_id":"performance-radiator-for-bmw-e38-735i-735il-740i-750i-1998-2001-3-5l-4-4l-5-4l","title":"Performance Radiator for BMW E38 735i 735iL 740i 750i (1998-2001) 3.5L 4.4L 5.4L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Efficiency Performance Radiator for 1998-2001 BMW 7 Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgrading to an all-aluminum performance radiator eliminates the infamous brittle plastic end tanks of the factory unit, ensuring optimal engine temperatures and cooling system reliability under heavy loads.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock E38 Cooling Shortcoming\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory BMW E38 cooling system, while adequate for daily commuting when new, relies heavily on a radiator featuring plastic end tanks crimped to an aluminum core. Over decades of thermal cycling, engine bay heat soak, and pressurized coolant expansion, this plastic becomes incredibly brittle. The OEM tanks are notorious for cracking at the upper radiator neck or seeping at the crimped seams, leading to sudden and catastrophic coolant loss. For large displacement V8 (M62) and V12 (M73) engines, this inefficiency directly contributes to dangerous heat soak, risking blown head gaskets and warped aluminum blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis performance replacement radiator addresses the inherent flaws of the stock unit by utilizing a 100% all-aluminum construction. The massive 40mm thick, dual-row core significantly increases coolant capacity and surface area, drastically improving heat dissipation and airflow dynamics across the fins. Instead of failure-prone plastic and rubber gaskets, the end tanks are entirely TIG-welded to the vacuum-brazed core, completely eliminating epoxy and mechanical crimps from the design. This heavy-duty metal construction easily handles elevated coolant pressures and provides a permanent fix to the E38's greatest Achilles' heel, maintaining stable engine temperatures even during aggressive driving or prolonged idling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1998-2001 BMW 7 Series (Manual Transmission Profiled)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eM62, M73 \/ E38\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e235-322 hp \/ 254-361 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eALPINA B10 (E39) 3.2 i | Engine: M60B30 (308S6K) | 191 kW \/ 256 HP | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eALPINA B10 (E39) 3.3 i | Engine: M52B28 (286S7T) | 206 kW \/ 276 HP | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eALPINA B12 (E38) 5.7 i V12 | Engine: M70B57 (5714KA) | 306 kW \/ 410 HP | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eALPINA B12 (E38) 6.0 i V12 | Engine: M73B54 (5412AG) | 316 kW \/ 424 HP | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eALPINA ROADSTER (Z8) 4.8 i | Engine: M73B48 (488S12) | 280 kW \/ 375 HP | 6\/2000 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMW 5 Series E39 (95-) 535 i | Engine: M62B35 (358S1) \/ M62B35 (358S2) | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMW 5 Series E39 (95-) 540 i | Engine: M62B44 (448S1) \/ M62B44 (448S2) | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMW 5 Series E39 (95-) M 5 | Engine: S62B50 (508S1) | 7\/1997 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMW 7 Series E38 (94-) 735 i | Engine: M62B35 (358S2) | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMW 7 Series E38 (94-) 735 iL | Engine: M62B35 (358S2) | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMW 7 Series E38 (94-) 740 i | Engine: M62B44 (448S1) \/ M62B44 (448S2) | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMW 7 Series E38 (94-) 740 iL | Engine: M62B44 (448S1) \/ M62B44 (448S2) | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMW 7 Series E38 (94-) 750 i | Engine: M73B54 (54122) | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMW 7 Series E38 (94-) 750 iL | Engine: M73B54 (54122) | 9\/1998 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMW Z8 E52 (00-) 4.9 | Engine: S62B50 (508S1) | 6\/2000 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBMW Z8 E52 (00-) ALPINA V8 | Engine: S62B50 (508S1) | 6\/2000 -\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe BMW Precision Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered specifically for Euro performance platforms, this radiator provides precise fitment with zero modifications needed to the core support. Protect your investment with a robust cooling system that meets and exceeds demanding autobahn-level thermal requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50200158175480,"sku":"DS-E86HALQJH","price":429.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-radiator-for-bmw-e38-735i-735il-740i-750i-1998-2001-3-5l-4-4l-5-4l-1.jpg?v=1787328775","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/es\/products\/performance-radiator-for-bmw-e38-735i-735il-740i-750i-1998-2001-3-5l-4-4l-5-4l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}