Comments on: What to do if your BMW Warranty has expired http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/ News And Rumors Covering The Auto Industry Mon, 22 Mar 2010 08:19:21 +0200 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: Video: BMW – No Fake Reproductions http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-197937 Video: BMW – No Fake Reproductions Fri, 12 Mar 2010 05:40:18 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-197937 [...] the original factory warranty. In a recent article, we spoke about the options you have when your BMW warranty expires, but that’s a whole different story and you can read upon [...] [...] the original factory warranty. In a recent article, we spoke about the options you have when your BMW warranty expires, but that’s a whole different story and you can read upon [...]

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]]> By: David http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-197322 David Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:27:13 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-197322 Av69bmw, great comments. We have a certified 2006 BMW 750LI with 48,000 miles and two years left on the certification. The dealer failed to advise use that the new car warranty was just about up when I brought the car into the shop for its service work. Although, we do have another two years left on the warranty, I an concerned about being without a warranty after that time. We only drive the car 8,000 miles a year and keep up with oil changes, I will be retiring in a year and will not be able to affort consistent expensive repairs, but certainly can afford normal repairs without a warranty if they are reasonable. The only warranty I found available that will extend the certification for $2000 is a power train only. Since the new car warranty expired, a so called bumper to bumper is about $5000 but will only extend the certification two years. Therefore, I don't think $2500 per year is worth it. However, the $2000 power train extends it 3 years and another 100,000. Do you think the power train warranty is worth the expense, and/or am I too worried about possible major breakdowns after my certification expires. Any input would be appreciated. Av69bmw, great comments. We have a certified 2006 BMW 750LI with 48,000 miles and two years left on the certification. The dealer failed to advise use that the new car warranty was just about up when I brought the car into the shop for its service work. Although, we do have another two years left on the warranty, I an concerned about being without a warranty after that time. We only drive the car 8,000 miles a year and keep up with oil changes, I will be retiring in a year and will not be able to affort consistent expensive repairs, but certainly can afford normal repairs without a warranty if they are reasonable. The only warranty I found available that will extend the certification for $2000 is a power train only. Since the new car warranty expired, a so called bumper to bumper is about $5000 but will only extend the certification two years. Therefore, I don’t think $2500 per year is worth it. However, the $2000 power train extends it 3 years and another 100,000. Do you think the power train warranty is worth the expense, and/or am I too worried about possible major breakdowns after my certification expires.

Any input would be appreciated.

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]]> By: Bill Harrison http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-197061 Bill Harrison Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:51:49 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-197061 Thank you very much for your info and comments! Thank you very much for your info and comments!

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]]> By: Bill Harrison http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-197060 Bill Harrison Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:48:07 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-197060 From 1 William to another, I'd look at repair histories on that model and also cozy up to a Beemer service manager and ask him to run a check on the VIN for you. They'll give you a rundown on that particular car and characteristics in general for that model. Extended warranties are costly but, "what price peace of mind!" You might also be able to check out that model in Consumers Report. From 1 William to another, I’d look at repair histories on that model and also cozy up to a Beemer service manager and ask him to run a check on the VIN for you. They’ll give you a rundown on that particular car and characteristics in general for that model. Extended warranties are costly but, “what price peace of mind!”

You might also be able to check out that model in Consumers Report.

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]]> By: Bill Harrison http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-197059 Bill Harrison Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:42:34 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-197059 Thanx Pointfinder for that heads up on that company. I'm presently searching, as I write, for an extended warranty for my '06, 750LI. It has not expired yet but I want peace of mind moreso than anything else. I won't be upset if I never use it. I just got a 3 yr, $3000 cash price from who I'm told is a reputable company and am trying to beat that. Thanx Pointfinder for that heads up on that company. I’m presently searching, as I write, for an extended warranty for my ‘06, 750LI. It has not expired yet but I want peace of mind moreso than anything else. I won’t be upset if I never use it.
I just got a 3 yr, $3000 cash price from who I’m told is a reputable company and am trying to beat that.

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]]> By: av69bmw http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-192805 av69bmw Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:34:49 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-192805 I have been a bmw dealer mechanic for 8 years, and the assistant service manager for the 2 following years. I have dealt with alot of extended warranties, of many companies. My sympathy goes to anyone who was mis led about warrantiesbyyourr dealer's salesman or f&i person. I have seen it many many times. It is unfair, and unfortunate. I feel their mistake starts with ignorance, and a lack of integrity I feel should be taken when working for and advising customers. Nobody knows everything, the most honest and respectable thing you can do is to simply say,"I don't know, please allow me to find out for you. - if you don't know something. Don't lie, or tell them what you think they want to hear. My number one advice to anyone one about to buy an extended warranty is don't be a victim, read the fine print, the exclusions, all of them, understand them, if you don't know - ask a bmw mechanic, or advisor. Extended warranties never cover bumper to bump reguardless. Whoever coined the phrase bumper to bumper warranty should be kicked. The phrase implies everything in between the bumpers is covered reguardless, and that is not true- even with the factory warranty. Dealers, mfr's don't warranty tires, top off oil. Oil, fluid top off due to normal use or comsumtion is paid for by the dealer as a customer courtesy, and is never a guarantee. Tires are not covered by the dealer or the car mfr. , the dealer is a intermediary between the customer and the tire manufacturer. Which by the way gives no specific warranty to the tires which are on the car from when new. A goodwill gesture warranty is extended to the customer at the mfr, dealer disgression. Goodwill warranty is never guaranteed.with all that said no warranty is perfect, not even the factory warr. I thoroughly believe that bmws are the best driving vehicle on road, recommend a factory cpo to anyone. Know the terms, conditions, of your warranty reguardless of whose it is. Ignorance is just that... Ignorance. I also believe that most dealers intentions are honest, but due to lack of time, sales demands, pressure to perform leads to short cuts in educating the customer, and themselves. I have been a bmw dealer mechanic for 8 years, and the assistant service manager for the 2 following years. I have dealt with alot of extended warranties, of many companies. My sympathy goes to anyone who was mis led about warrantiesbyyourr dealer’s salesman or f&i person. I have seen it many many times. It is unfair, and unfortunate. I feel their mistake starts with ignorance, and a lack of integrity I feel should be taken when working for and advising customers. Nobody knows everything, the most honest and respectable thing you can do is to simply say,”I don’t know, please allow me to find out for you. – if you don’t know something. Don’t lie, or tell them what you think they want to hear. My number one advice to anyone one about to buy an extended warranty is don’t be a victim, read the fine print, the exclusions, all of them, understand them, if you don’t know – ask a bmw mechanic, or advisor. Extended warranties never cover bumper to bump reguardless. Whoever coined the phrase bumper to bumper warranty should be kicked. The phrase implies everything in between the bumpers is covered reguardless, and that is not true- even with the factory warranty. Dealers, mfr’s don’t warranty tires, top off oil. Oil, fluid top off due to normal use or comsumtion is paid for by the dealer as a customer courtesy, and is never a guarantee. Tires are not covered by the dealer or the car mfr. , the dealer is a intermediary between the customer and the tire manufacturer. Which by the way gives no specific warranty to the tires which are on the car from when new. A goodwill gesture warranty is extended to the customer at the mfr, dealer disgression. Goodwill warranty is never guaranteed.with all that said no warranty is perfect, not even the factory warr. I thoroughly believe that bmws are the best driving vehicle on road, recommend a factory cpo to anyone. Know the terms, conditions, of your warranty reguardless of whose it is. Ignorance is just that… Ignorance. I also believe that most dealers intentions are honest, but due to lack of time, sales demands, pressure to perform leads to short cuts in educating the customer, and themselves.

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]]> By: KT http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-192295 KT Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:51:24 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-192295 I have bought extended maintenance(2yr/50000) for 2000$ and powertrain plus warranty for 2000$ on my BMW 2006 325i . Is it worth spending that much on maintenance and warranty? I have bought extended maintenance(2yr/50000) for 2000$ and powertrain plus warranty for 2000$ on my BMW 2006 325i . Is it worth spending that much on maintenance and warranty?

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]]> By: Ken Maddeford http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-188019 Ken Maddeford Sat, 30 Jan 2010 14:49:32 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-188019 I just bougth a 2007 530xi with 19,500 miles in great condition for $26,000. It was a corporate car and iI know the 4 yr warranty expries in Dec. 2010. Instead of buying from my local BMW dealer an extended mechanical warranty and an extended maintenance 2 yr warranty does anyone know of a 3rd party that is really reputable good and reasonably priced that an authorized BMW dealership will honor? Thank you and you can also email me directly at Kmad55@comcast.net. Its appreciated I just bougth a 2007 530xi with 19,500 miles in great condition for $26,000. It was a corporate car and iI know the 4 yr warranty expries in Dec. 2010. Instead of buying from my local BMW dealer an extended mechanical warranty and an extended maintenance 2 yr warranty does anyone know of a 3rd party that is really reputable good and reasonably priced that an authorized BMW dealership will honor? Thank you and you can also email me directly at Kmad55@comcast.net. Its appreciated

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]]> By: William http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-187226 William Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:22:28 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-187226 I'm looking/very interested in a 2002 745Li with only 38000 miles and very clean. I really want this car, but concerned about mechanical and maintenance issues. Do you have any advice for good programs that would fit this description? Looking for warranty and maintenance plans. Please help...Thanks I’m looking/very interested in a 2002 745Li with only 38000 miles and very clean. I really want this car, but concerned about mechanical and maintenance issues. Do you have any advice for good programs that would fit this description? Looking for warranty and maintenance plans. Please help…Thanks

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]]> By: DDD http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-180216 DDD Mon, 28 Dec 2009 04:08:53 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-180216 I purchased a BMW and Mercedes with CPO warrenty. I would definately buy one but be sure it is the one from the MFG thes cars cost a lot to fix if someting breaks 2,000 is a small price to pay for extended protection I purchased a BMW and Mercedes with CPO warrenty. I would definately buy one but be sure it is the one from the MFG thes cars cost a lot to fix if someting breaks 2,000 is a small price to pay for extended protection

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]]> By: Pointfinder http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-178757 Pointfinder Mon, 21 Dec 2009 20:13:48 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-178757 I wouldn't buy United Auto Care warranty again! I bought their top-of-the-line extended warranty a year ago. They fixed a couple of small things that came up, but I just paid $250 because they denied the claim on fixing my HEATER! It was a fan resistor that failed, and they don't cover that part. Note the two ways they got me: 1. Although this was marketed to me as an "extended warranty," it's actually a promise to fix a very specific list of parts that might fail. So if your heating and a/c fails, it might or might not be because of a covered part, so they might or might not fix it. I thought that "of course they'll cover a broken heater" but they referred back to the contract, pointed out that the "climate control fan resistor" is not listed in the contract, and denied my claim. So I have no legal recourse. But I can say that I feel misled, that it was my local BWM dealer that sold me this warranty, that I won't buy this warranty again, and finally that I'll reconsider my planned purchase of two new BMWs this year. 2. I called the customer service number and spoke to a live rep in a reasonable period of time. He referred to the contract and said that my claim was denied. When I told him I was not satisfied, he would not refer me to someone (e.g. manager) who could work with me and would not provide a direct dial number. So they did not provide a way for me to appeal or resolve my issue. Bottom line, my experience has been THUMBS-DOWN! I wouldn’t buy United Auto Care warranty again!

I bought their top-of-the-line extended warranty a year ago.

They fixed a couple of small things that came up, but I just paid $250 because they denied the claim on fixing my HEATER! It was a fan resistor that failed, and they don’t cover that part.

Note the two ways they got me:

1. Although this was marketed to me as an “extended warranty,” it’s actually a promise to fix a very specific list of parts that might fail. So if your heating and a/c fails, it might or might not be because of a covered part, so they might or might not fix it.

I thought that “of course they’ll cover a broken heater” but they referred back to the contract, pointed out that the “climate control fan resistor” is not listed in the contract, and denied my claim. So I have no legal recourse. But I can say that I feel misled, that it was my local BWM dealer that sold me this warranty, that I won’t buy this warranty again, and finally that I’ll reconsider my planned purchase of two new BMWs this year.

2. I called the customer service number and spoke to a live rep in a reasonable period of time. He referred to the contract and said that my claim was denied. When I told him I was not satisfied, he would not refer me to someone (e.g. manager) who could work with me and would not provide a direct dial number. So they did not provide a way for me to appeal or resolve my issue.

Bottom line, my experience has been THUMBS-DOWN!

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]]> By: Emily Smithers http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-177912 Emily Smithers Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:45:14 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-177912 A great place to get an extended warranty is a company called Auto Repair Warranty. I went through this company when I bought my last car and have nothing but positive things to say about them. This was a great post! A great place to get an extended warranty is a company called Auto Repair Warranty. I went through this company when I bought my last car and have nothing but positive things to say about them.

This was a great post!

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]]> By: Brian L http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-169113 Brian L Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:35:45 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-169113 Hello, I'm currently deciding if I should a 2004 BMW 325 i. The mileage is at 35,000 and the dealer is selling it for 15,000. Is this a good deal and should get the CPO or warranty since it's over? Thanks for reading. Hello,

I’m currently deciding if I should a 2004 BMW 325 i. The mileage is at 35,000 and the dealer is selling it for 15,000. Is this a good deal and should get the CPO or warranty since it’s over?

Thanks for reading.

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]]> By: Tamara http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-165052 Tamara Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:17:35 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-165052 I did the same thing with the same car....what did you find out? I did the same thing with the same car….what did you find out?

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]]> By: Horatiu B. http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-155602 Horatiu B. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:16:14 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-155602 Both companies listed above seem to be known in the BMW community, I would at least get a quote and take it from there. Also, feel free to email me through the contact form and maybe I can shed some light for you. Both companies listed above seem to be known in the BMW community, I would at least get a quote and take it from there. Also, feel free to email me through the contact form and maybe I can shed some light for you.

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]]> By: Nikki http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-155599 Nikki Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:10:18 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-155599 I bought a 745Li from a private seller, where is the bet place to get a waranty and an xample of a price? Im totally lost...help me please Thanks! I bought a 745Li from a private seller, where is the bet place to get a waranty and an xample of a price? Im totally lost…help me please Thanks!

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]]> By: g http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-149701 g Sat, 05 Sep 2009 05:05:12 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-149701 Hi, I found a 2006 530i with around 20k but it's not from a BMW dealer and I'd really like a CPO. Are you saying I can buy this car and take it to a BMW dealer to get a CPO? Thanks! Hi,

I found a 2006 530i with around 20k but it’s not from a BMW dealer and I’d really like a CPO. Are you saying I can buy this car and take it to a BMW dealer to get a CPO?

Thanks!

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]]> By: Mark B http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-133111 Mark B Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:43:10 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-133111 Does anyone know what the official BMW policy is regarding work that was repaired while under the 4 year warranty period, but then the same problem reaccurs shortly after the warranty expires. The service advisor told us this warranty work would be covered for two years but know they are disavvowing themselves of this. The left rear window regulator failed again only 3 weeks after warranty expired. Thanks for any advice. Does anyone know what the official BMW policy is regarding work that was repaired while under the 4 year warranty period, but then the same problem reaccurs shortly after the warranty expires. The service advisor told us this warranty work would be covered for two years but know they are disavvowing themselves of this. The left rear window regulator failed again only 3 weeks after warranty expired.

Thanks for any advice.

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]]> By: Horatiu B. http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-112246 Horatiu B. Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:55:57 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-112246 @<a href="#comment-109243" rel="nofollow">B</a>: Dealerships have the right to CPO or not CPO a car. I still believe it's good business for them to certify the cars that really qualify for it, but I'm not sure in your case why they denied it. How old is your car and what mileage? @B: Dealerships have the right to CPO or not CPO a car. I still believe it’s good business for them to certify the cars that really qualify for it, but I’m not sure in your case why they denied it. How old is your car and what mileage?

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]]> By: B http://www.bmwblog.com/2008/09/01/what-to-do-if-your-bmw-warranty-has-expired/comment-page-1/#comment-109243 B Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:21:10 +0000 http://www.bmwblog.com/?p=2953#comment-109243 Gow did you get your car CPO'd? My dealer says only they can do that to their cars that they are selling. Gow did you get your car CPO’d? My dealer says only they can do that to their cars that they are selling.

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