vandal1x

hey guys ive got the message again.this is the 4or 5 time now.they fixed something everytime but one(they couldnt find what was wrong)this time not only does the car shutter real bad at start up but it shutters when your driving.im pretty much sick of this car being in the shop every three weeks for the same thing.ive talked to bmw na once and they didnt seem to care to much,just ok ill write it down in the system.so im off tomorrow to drive a loaner again!im going to ask the manager what hes going to do and if i dont like what he has to say im getting a lawyer.
sorry just venting.

JetBlack5OC

If its been in 3 or more times for the same problem, you can lemon the car.

Some states you are reimbursed lawyers fees.

vandal1x

yeah here in california its that way.i know this because ive gone through it before.its just a pain in the butt when you just want to have a car that works.you know?

Gene

Sorry to hear, so are you going to go thru the "lemon" process? Pls keep us posted...

if you do go thru with the process, pls update here also:

http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=...p;mode=threaded

vandal1x

will do.im going to talk to the dealership and see if they are willing to work with me.

juventus

Vandal1x, I'm in the same boat as you are. I haven't spoken to anyone yet but will likely have to.

BTW, for my knowledge, what does the dealership have to do with this; I mean are they not just a middle man/dealer?

DrLev99

Who else is going to take care of this issue if not the dealership from whom you purchased the car? I would say it's their obligation to represent BMW and all issues associated with your ride. If nothing more, it's their job to be the liaison between you and NA after they conclude they cannot fix your car.

vandal1x

in california the lemon law lawyer doesnt charge you,it charges the dealer for their fees.so im goint to see if they want to do this without having extra fees.i have had a lemon before(dodge magnum)and i got all the money i put down on the car and all my payments from when the problem first started,and the dealership had to pay the lawyer fees.or you could have them give you a new car with the same loan.the lawyers are able to do this becuase if you dont have a case they wont take you on.

vandal1x

just got back from the dealer and my service rep suggested that he puts in for a buy back or trade in for my car! thats what i was hoping for.went and looked at the new m3 and would love to get one but just way to small.so im thinking of getting a 550.do you think i would like the 550 more then another 535?is the mpg pretty close?never been in a 550 is it worth more money? thanks

DrLev99

Now this is an old discussion. There's no right answer to this one. Some folks just love the torque of a V-8 and others like the idea of being able to chip the 535 turbos to over 370HP. Gas will be better with the 535i. Go drive one and see if you can feel the difference.