Brant535

I have a 2008 535xi and my maintenance coverage is over on October 1st. The dealer of course is recomending I buy another 2 years for $2200 and thats with a $100s off. The car has 37000 miles now - My question to you is - Is it worth it? are there any major things that come up in the next 2 years? 50000 mile service - 70000 mile service? or am I over paying for 10000 mile oil changes and brakes that I want to change to cross drilled anyway? Thanks

jgt

Don't bother its not worth it in my opinion. :thumbsdown:
Hindsight is 20/20. If I would've known how shitty the OEM brakes were I wouldn't have bothered. For some reason I thought the E60 required lots of expensive maintenance and it seemed like a good deal at the time for some peace of mind.
Nowadays I just do the brakes myself and go after market.
For oil changes I take it to an indy at 7500 miles and when its due for the scheduled 15k oil change I'll take it to the dealer.
The plan pretty much just covers oil changes, brakes (which are crappy/dusty), wiper fluid top off and wipers.
I will NEVER get the plan again. :thumbsdown: Live and learn.

aretardedorange

Not worth it. I think we have the same dealer LOL...where you go? Anyway in September I was in for service my 2008 E60 had 34k miles and some lady told me if I don't get the service plan I will pay $7k in the next 2 years. They had everything listed. (Multiple Oil Changes/Brakes). I said no thanks.

I went in again last month I now have 40k miles and they replaced my brakes for me. They did a early oil change and will do a full checkup and replace what is needed when my plan ends which is in August. They offered the plan again this time for $2500. LOL.

I got a Acura TL recently as my DD so I am driving the E60 only once a week so I am not interested in paying $2500. The only worthwhile item from that plan was the brakes and I had them replaced already. I have 2 more years of warranty and after that I will be taking it to a indy. I hope to keep the E60 for 200k+.

No major service should happen. If you have a warranty your golden. Don't waste $2k.

sahiljain22

I think it's worth it for an average person who wants BMW to do the brakes, wipers, oils, filters, loose rubber, cleaning and other regular stuff . I bought it last year and it saves a big chunk of money.

You are probably best off in making the decision for yourself.

Bdaddylo

The only way you get ahead or breakeven with the extended plan is if you get to the 100k mile mark before the warranty expires. Otherwise, your best bet is going to a reputable indy shop or DIY.

Persian_535i

The way I look at it is a gamble, you could drive the car for another 5 years and have nothing malfunction at all. Then again 6 months after your warranty expires if your tranny or engine screws up you are pretty much SOL. Then again what are the chances right?

My only advice is if anyone drives a 535i the extended warranty is almost a must. If a turbo goes out which is bound to happen, you are royally f'd.

dR.jonezz

Byuing new turbo shouldnt be so expensive if your driving car like that persian..

Brant535

Warranty is good until 100,000 or 2013 and turbos are covered for 120,000. I am reffering to the maintenace program only.

rctmthouse

What does maintenance only program covers anyway? If it just for regular oil change, brakes and other maintenance jobs, then it's not worth it. If by chance suddenly you get a leak on your transmission pan or your rod bushings are torn and they fix it for you, then it's worth it for peace of mind.

leese8080

Taken from : http://www.bmwusa.com/mpdisclaimer

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Engine oil change and filter replacement
Vehicle inspections or check (per the applicable service maintenance checklist)
Cabin dust microfilters - fresh air and recirculating3
Air filter replacement
Brake pads (front/rear)
Brake discs (front/rear - only in conjunction with a covered brake pad replacement)
Brake fluid replacement
Engine drive belts
Windshield wiper inserts (front and rear3)
Manual transmission clutch disc3
Manual transmission oil3 (only in conjunction with an applicable engine oil and filter replacement)
Spark plugs4
Oxygen sensors4
Fuel filter3 (diesel engines only)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)3 - refill both tanks (only in conjunction with an eligible engine oil and filter replacement)
Running-in check at 1,200 miles3 (BMW M vehicles only, excluding the 1 Series M Coupe, X5 M and X6 M)
Reset the maintenance system
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