[Dheeth-G80]

Originally Posted by MacklinUSOB

I have the same Route 66 Easy Street plan with the electronics rider for the same price through my CU. Exclusionary with no deductible, it covers a lot.

So far they've only paid for my oil pan gasket since that's all I've had go wrong but I have 25k left of coverage. My second gear synchro is starting to give up, already had them confirm coverage so they'll likely be getting me a new transmission soon.

I've done so much research on warranty than the car before buying it. Route66 is legit so far. Glad it also worked out for you man

[SteveinArizona]

Originally Posted by GCinFLA

Well, I had GEICO from day one.

Somehow about 2 years ago I realized I was being charged for it. As it was a lease and I wasn't planning on keeping (not to mention it was worthless to me at the time with 4 year warranty), I cancelled it.

Jump ahead 2 years to March 2017. Decided to keep car and went shopping for EW.

They were my first call.

Told me I had to have it from the beginning. Could not add it now. BTW, I was well under 15K miles. In fact under 10k miles.

Regardless, whether on Day 1 or prior 1 year, 3 months, you are still paying for almost 3 years while covered under factory warranty.

It's not as easy to get as your original post infers as that post did not include prior to 15th month of ownership.

You are correct. I have GEICO MBI and I am paying about $110/year for MBI. That may go up marginally so at the end of the four year BMW OEM warranty I will have paid $500 when the GEICO policy cuts in. Still a heck of a deal. So...yes...one is paying for it for four years when one doesn't need it but that is likely what makes it so affordable. It is still a lot cheaper than a BMW extended warranty and covers everything (in my case I have two motors, a 180 HP ICE and a 111HP electric motor).

[T5viggen]

Been trying to do some research and see what might be my best option, if there is one.

2015 335 currently less than 7500 miles. It’s obviously not a CPO. Would it be worth looking to a warrenty with such low miles? Is it worth getting one from BMW? I can always put my stock tune on and change the CTS downpipe back to stock for an inspection if needed. Now I am pretty mechanically inclined and short of engine internals, I’m fairly confident on most projects, but I’d still have to pay for parts. Not sure if that would change things.

TIA, I’ve never looked into 3rd party warrenties before this car.

[BigJack75]

Originally Posted by T5viggen

Been trying to do some research and see what might be my best option, if there is one.

2015 335 currently less than 7500 miles. It’s obviously not a CPO. Would it be worth looking to a warrenty with such low miles? Is it worth getting one from BMW? I can always put my stock tune on and change the CTS downpipe back to stock for an inspection if needed. Now I am pretty mechanically inclined and short of engine internals, I’m fairly confident on most projects, but I’d still have to pay for parts. Not sure if that would change things.

TIA, I’ve never looked into 3rd party warrenties before this car.

I want to know the exact same thing. I am very mechanical having done engine swaps, suspension, brakes, supercharger installs, electrical. I have a 2015 435i with 45k miles. Warranty runs out around july 2019. I do plan on tuning and modding soon. Not sure if a warranty would even be logical.

PS: How the hell do you have only 7500 miles on a 2015??? Is that a typo?

[T5viggen]

Originally Posted by jack10525

I want to know the exact same thing. I am very mechanical having done engine swaps, suspension, brakes, supercharger installs, electrical. I have a 2015 435i with 45k miles. Warranty runs out around july 2019. I do plan on tuning and modding soon. Not sure if a warranty would even be logical.

PS: How the hell do you have only 7500 miles on a 2015??? Is that a typo?

Not a typo. Bought it with 6,800mi about a month ago. Practically was brand new (looked it) but for 1/2 price. Factory warranty expired the day I picked the car up.

[JSiri335I]

My is ending this July and needing third party extended warranty too but don’t know which be best company my dealer quoted me 48 months 50k for $4286 $100 deductible platinum. Let me know if this good? Got this while from dealership when I got my car service for oil change.

[IK6SPEED]

Originally Posted by Dheeth-F30

I got Route66 thru PenFed for $2995 for 100K Miles or 5yrs. So far used them for a very first and only repair worth $1100, approved right away.

Originally Posted by MacklinUSOB

I have the same Route 66 Easy Street plan with the electronics rider for the same price through my CU. Exclusionary with no deductible, it covers a lot.

I purchased a Route 66 Easy Street Plan based on the recommendations on forum. When the actually policy came in and I read all the fine print on it, and realized all the gotchas, I first called and confirmed my suspicions.

After they confirmed, I called CU and cancelled. The CU asked why so I told them the reality of the coverage. CU was shocked and said they didn’t blame me.

[MacklinUSOB]

Originally Posted by IK6SPEED

I purchased a Route 66 Easy Street Plan based on the recommendations on forum. When the actually policy came in and I read all the fine print on it, and realized all the gotchas, I first called and confirmed my suspicions.

After they confirmed, I called CU and cancelled. The CU asked why so I told them the reality of the coverage. CU was shocked and said they didn't blame me.

The only reality I've seen so far is paid claims. Please tell us what's really happening.

[IK6SPEED]

Originally Posted by MacklinUSOB

The only reality I've seen so far is paid claims. Please tell us what's really happening.

Read the policy for what is stated...and more importantly, what is not, along with all the gotchas.

[MacklinUSOB]

Originally Posted by IK6SPEED

Read the policy for what is stated...and more importantly, what is not.

Exclusionary warranties are great because what is not written is covered. Just say what's not written, it'd be very helpful.

[Elvisfan]

Originally Posted by Kabrich

Check post 11

Many BMW Dealers insist rates cannot be discounted in Florida as per a State Law.

State of Florida insists that is incorrect, but Dealers still don't believe them.

There is talk in state law of rebates, but that appears to be to the Dealer, not discounts to Customer.

Regardless, many Dealers have heard the myth for years and so accept it as fact.

I have heard the same thing for other cars. Dealers buy into it because they don’t have negotiate and they make more money. Just like the dealer fees in Florida.

[bimmer993]

Originally Posted by JSiri335I

My is ending this July and needing third party extended warranty too but don’t know which be best company my dealer quoted me 48 months 50k for $4286 $100 deductible platinum. Let me know if this good? Got this while from dealership when I got my car service for oil change.

Hi!

What insurance company is this?

[bimmer993]

Originally Posted by jack10525

I want to know the exact same thing. I am very mechanical having done engine swaps, suspension, brakes, supercharger installs, electrical. I have a 2015 435i with 45k miles. Warranty runs out around july 2019. I do plan on tuning and modding soon. Not sure if a warranty would even be logical.

PS: How the hell do you have only 7500 miles on a 2015??? Is that a typo?

Did you get any warranty? I have a 2014 435i with 32k miles and I am out of warranty right now.

[zeyad.habeeb]

Originally Posted by cestbon

Just ordered 2016 BMW 328i!!

When should I purchase extended warranty?

Who's the best third-party? I think third party can make better/longer offers AND cheaper?!

Any thoughts? THANKS!

Keep the money. It's not worth it, No need for an extended warranty.

Whenever you have issue just find a good mechanic and don't go to the dealership.

[bimmer456]

Read the fine print these things tend to have lots of loopholes so the warranty doesn't have to pay any claims. Some of these are mechanical breakdown coverage only so just a power train warranty. If your power window regulator or door locks go that's on you.

[skyjumper]

I recently purchased a 2017 440i xDrive Convertible and it is still under factory warranty, but this is my third BMW and I know better than to own one without a warranty, if it's to be a daily driver. I have been dragging my feet on finding a warranty but today, I got my car back from the dealer after what would have easily been a $2000+ repair. The NBT control head was replaced, and the killer is, most 3rd party warranties I have looked at exclude components of the audio system.

So I'm going to call around the country and see who might sell me a factory warranty at a good price. The local dealer quoted my well over $4,000 to extend the warranty just two years. I'll try the contacts earlier in this thread, but that was 2 years ago so I'm not too optimistic.

If anyone knows of a dealer who sells warranties at a good price, please let me know :-)

Thanks!

Oh - I have USAA, and they just recently discontinued their product :-(

[bimmer456]

Originally Posted by skyjumper

I recently purchased a 2017 440i xDrive Convertible and it is still under factory warranty, but this is my third BMW and I know better than to own one without a warranty, if it's to be a daily driver. I have been dragging my feet on finding a warranty but today, I got my car back from the dealer after what would have easily been a $2000+ repair. The NBT control head was replaced, and the killer is, most 3rd party warranties I have looked at exclude components of the audio system.

So I'm going to call around the country and see who might sell me a factory warranty at a good price. The local dealer quoted my well over $4,000 to extend the warranty just two years. I'll try the contacts earlier in this thread, but that was 2 years ago so I'm not too optimistic.

If anyone knows of a dealer who sells warranties at a good price, please let me know :-)

Thanks!

Oh - I have USAA, and they just recently discontinued their product :-(

This is a good car to learn how to DIY on to save money on repairs or warranties. Much of the stuff that breaks might not be covered through many of the exclusions. There are many how to guides on this site and you can get parts from FCP Euro for cheap and with lifetime warranty on the replacement parts for free. The B58 cars seem to be more reliable than previous versions so that's a good thing.

[skyjumper]

I have no problem working on a car, and used to work on a bunch of them, back when engines were fairly straightforward. I'll probably fix some stuff myself, for example, I can do brake rotors and pads instead of paying the dealer $750. But if a turbo fails or something like that it's good to have coverage.

[dongo]

Originally Posted by JSiri335I

My is ending this July and needing third party extended warranty too but don’t know which be best company my dealer quoted me 48 months 50k for $4286 $100 deductible platinum. Let me know if this good? Got this while from dealership when I got my car service for oil change.

That's really interesting. I just bought a 2016 328 GT with 42k miles from a dealer (not CPO though) and the warranty goes through Dec 2020. They offered me an extension to the warranty but it was shockingly high - $5400 for coverage to 75k or 3 years, whichever comes first. I asked how long the offer was good for and the finance guy said "today only" - meaning only the day I purchase. I thought this was strange cause they obviously make money on the warranties so why not offer it as long as the car doesn't turn out to be a lemon. Good to know they may yet offer me some other warranty when this one expires.

One thing that makes me reticent to purchase the extended warranty for the 3 Series is that these vehicles seem to be the most dialed in and least likely to have lot of issues, but it *would* be nice peace of mind.

I've seen a few Extended Warranty recommendations on this thread but nothing too positive. If anyone has an enthusiastic recommendation, please let me know.

[Silverlining_m2]

I have an Endurance, as a 3rd party warranty. Looked at several. It's exclusionary so it doesn't include wearables like brakes, but it does come with key fob and tire replacement, rental car reimbursement, and covers up to the trade in value of my car, which is in nice shape. Bought it last month. 2013 328i f30 with n26 motor. No way I wasn't keeping a warranty on it. Platinum, 5 years, up to 126k miles. My car has just under 52k today. BMW wanted $4k up front for 36k miles? No thanks.

[IK6SPEED]

Originally Posted by MRii328i

I have an Endurance, as a 3rd party warranty. Looked at several. It's exclusionary so it doesn't include wearables like breaks, but it does come with key fob and tire replacement, rental car reimbursement, and covers up to the trade in value of my car, which is in nice shape. Bought it last month. 2013 328i f30 with n26 motor. No way I wasn't keeping a warranty on it. Platinum, 5 years, up to 126k miles. My car has just under 52k today. BMW wanted $4k up front for 36k miles? No thanks.

Just saying it has rental car coverage means nothing as it certainly states more than that.

For example, Route 66 has rental car reimbursement, but only if the car is in the shop for a repair that takes 3.0+ hours of labor. That doesn't mean you waiting 3+ hours for it to be repaired of a 2 hour repair.

Furthermore, that's for 1 day. Need an additional 3.0+ hours of labor for second day and every day forward.

And if it's the weekend or the part isn't in stock, even if takes several days to get it, you are hosed.

Plus there is a low limit on rental car daily rate.

Again, read the fine print.

[Silverlining_m2]

Originally Posted by IK6SPEED

Just saying it has rental car coverage means nothing as it certainly states more than that.

For example, Route 66 has rental car reimbursement, but only if the car is in the shop for a repair that takes 3.0+ hours of labor. That doesn't mean you waiting 3+ hours for it to be repaired of a 2 hour repair.

Furthermore, that's for 1 day. Need an additional 3.0+ hours of labor for second day and every day forward.

And if it's the weekend or the part isn't in stock, even if takes several days to get it, you are hosed.

Plus there is a low limit on rental car daily rate.

Again, read the fine print.

Not familiar with the route 66 coverage you got, and cancelled. But I'll definitely do that and get back to the forum in a few with some actual numbers