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My Ride: 2007 530i
Originally Posted by dlevi67' post='337692' date='Sep 23 2006, 10:41 AM
Sorry, but I disagree. The issue is not whether it damages the car or if it's good for it.
If I give the car to someone, I expect it to be treated with respect at all times - it's mine, not theirs. I don't see why they should enjoy the car when I'm paying them for the privilege. What happens if the car is damaged because the garage employee loses control and crashes - which is more likely if the car is being driven hard? Plus, there is a reason why hard-driven engines need maintenance more frequently.
If I give the car to someone, I expect it to be treated with respect at all times - it's mine, not theirs. I don't see why they should enjoy the car when I'm paying them for the privilege. What happens if the car is damaged because the garage employee loses control and crashes - which is more likely if the car is being driven hard? Plus, there is a reason why hard-driven engines need maintenance more frequently.
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My Ride: F02 LCI Individual
Model Year: 2013
Originally Posted by Blah' post='337626' date='Sep 23 2006, 04:57 AM
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The control computer has a finite amount of memory so it can only retain so much information including error codes. Once the memory is full it would start dumping off old info to make room for new ones.
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The control computer has a finite amount of memory so it can only retain so much information including error codes. Once the memory is full it would start dumping off old info to make room for new ones.
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I have seen data from two years back on my car allready.
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My Ride: 545i - ordered in January delivered April 21st! Black Sapphire Metallic, Black Dakota Leather, Anthracite Maple.
If they reset all the electronics it might not be a true 16mpg. The dealer will always drive your car when it is in for service and I would expect them to step on the gas to ensure everything acts as it should. How pissed would you be if you got into it, stepped on the gas and it didn't go. BUT If this individual is that bad I would ask that they don't step within 5 feet of your car on your next visits. Personally, 25 "hard" miles on the street is nothing to worry about.
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