just curious, how many of you guys are driving without warranty?
01-04-2009, 06:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Isay5' post='758905' date='Jan 4 2009, 01:40 AM
What did it cost you?
01-04-2009, 06:57 AM
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My Ride: 2005 545i | Black Sapphire Metallic | Black Dakota Leather | Anthracite Maple | 6 Speed Manual | Sport Package | Logic 7 | Sirius Satellite Radio
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Originally Posted by Frac' post='758688' date='Jan 3 2009, 06:49 PM
So, if you are not the original purchaser of the vehicle you're not allow to buy the extended warranty?
01-04-2009, 07:37 AM
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Still under warranty here but I tend to keep cars for 3 years or so maximum so I'll
probably sell as soon as it's up or just before.
BMW's are expensive to fix but there are quite a few independent garages that have
alot of experience in BMWs (at least here) and I wouldn't worry too much.
probably sell as soon as it's up or just before.
BMW's are expensive to fix but there are quite a few independent garages that have
alot of experience in BMWs (at least here) and I wouldn't worry too much.
01-04-2009, 07:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Motorcitym3' post='759028' date='Jan 4 2009, 10:37 AM
I bought the pump from bimmerparts.com for $184 and replaced the it in 2.5 hours.
p.s I like your avatar, Motorcity. I guess you could say you're "bimming" with pride?
01-04-2009, 11:39 AM
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My Ride: 2005 BMW 545i 6spd sport Sapphire black...well satin white wrap
Originally Posted by Isay5' post='759069' date='Jan 4 2009, 11:45 AM
Thanks to you and to Dirk for the replies. Incredible difference in price of parts!
p.s I like your avatar, Motorcity. I guess you could say you're "bimming" with pride?
p.s I like your avatar, Motorcity. I guess you could say you're "bimming" with pride?
Thanks LOL...Everyone I know had given up on me and having any kids. After 12 years of marriage,
I finally decided to pull the trigger (glad it still works HA). Most thought that my 4 previous M3's
were my only children I'd ever have!
01-04-2009, 11:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Isay5' post='759069' date='Jan 4 2009, 08:45 PM
Thanks to you and to Dirk for the replies. Incredible difference in price of parts!
.Gotta love ME prices!
01-07-2009, 05:50 PM
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My Ride: 2006 525i Titanium Silver, All Weather, XM (Aftermarket)
Hopefully this won't jinx me, but my '06 525i has 114,000 miles on it, I've been out of warranty since 50k with no out of pocket expenses except the transmission and rear fluid change, which I did at 100,000. I bought the extended maintenance to 100k but did not buy the extended warranty. I think the extended maintenance was a good buy, I did 3 oil changes and brake pads all 'round, spark plugs and I think a microfilter. If you are under 50k you may want to look into it, shop around, some shops discount it and you do not have to take your car to the dealer you bought the maintenance program through.
One thing is, I put 120 miles of highway driving on the car, 5 days per week. All easy miles, so I don't know if others will share my experience if your driving patterns are more stop and go.
Good luck all!
One thing is, I put 120 miles of highway driving on the car, 5 days per week. All easy miles, so I don't know if others will share my experience if your driving patterns are more stop and go.
Good luck all!
01-07-2009, 06:25 PM
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My car is out of warranty (since Aug 2008)... no issues that require attention! Car has 44K miles on it.
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My Ride: 06 530XI Sapphire Black, Black Int. 6sp, Cold, Prem
Just bought my 0 50xi with 43K...Still some warranty left - garage kepy and babied - fingers crossed and will probably look for an exended warranty as i approach 50K