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12-27-2009, 08:31 PM
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My Ride: 2004 545i Black Graphite Metallic|Black
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All I can say is thank goodness for the CPO. Been having "Dynamic Drive Malfunction" warning coming on about every other time I drive the car for the past month. This was my primary reason for going in. Also had them check the clutch as there was some slight chattering in 1st gear as the clutch would engage. Also the driver's door latch was very loud as the door would shut. Well, I left with a new Dynamic Drive Control unit, a new clutch and Pressure Plate, new door latch, new interior blower motor (it was making a whistling sound), and an oil change. Not bad for $50 deductible.
My warranty is up in April. No way can I see keeping this car much longer. Too many frequent problems and this would have probably cost me $3000 or more out of pocket if the warranty was expired.
My warranty is up in April. No way can I see keeping this car much longer. Too many frequent problems and this would have probably cost me $3000 or more out of pocket if the warranty was expired.
12-27-2009, 08:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Krozi' post='1080475' date='Dec 28 2009, 12:37 AM
Glad it was all covered for you 
How many miles on the car?
How many miles on the car?
12-27-2009, 09:12 PM
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My Ride: 545iSMGSilver GrayAuburn Dakota LeatherLogic 7 Premium SoundSports Package
But now that the cars all fixed it should run great for the next 5 years. Don't get rid of it in April. Hehehe.
12-28-2009, 04:01 PM
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My Ride: 2006 525XI, Jet black on Dakota beige. Premium and winter packages. I consider myself a purist and intend to keep my car absolutely stock and shiny.
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It's always a great idea to wait to get minor things repaired all at once (like you did) instead of one at a time. This way you get away with only paying one deductible instead of many separate deductibles. Glad to hear that the dealer took care of things.
12-28-2009, 04:09 PM
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I hate to hijack the thread, but how does one buy a CPO warranty? How much is the average cost? I have 66k miles on my 545i. Thanks!
12-28-2009, 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by 05545i' post='1080879' date='Dec 28 2009, 08:09 PM
I hate to hijack the thread, but how does one buy a CPO warranty? How much is the average cost? I have 66k miles on my 545i. Thanks!
12-28-2009, 05:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Krozi' post='1080906' date='Dec 28 2009, 06:02 PM
You would have to sell the car to a BMW dealership. They would certify the car, and then you would have to buy it back, and as far as I know you would count as a new owner.
12-28-2009, 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='1080910' date='Dec 28 2009, 09:15 PM
Wouldnt it be easier to just buy the extended warranty? is the coverage the same?
12-29-2009, 06:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Krozi' post='1080913' date='Dec 28 2009, 08:28 PM
I am not sure you can buy the extended warranty AFTER you pass the factory warranty...but yes the extended warranty covers everything EXACTLY like the factory one.