Tire Pressure light came on the other day. Drove 1/2 mile, filled with air. It held ok. Took it to BMW, where they quoted $400+ (didn't catch the exact number). I asked of they were patching it for $400. They said they don't patch; they only replace.
"Not a chance," I said.
I took it to Discount Tire. They patched it for free. I understand the potential problems with patching a run flat, but what is the point, if they have to be replaced for a small nail? I know, I could get the road hazard warranty, but I don't want to spend that money, either. Discount Tire gives me a free road hazard warranty on their tires.
So, I will drive with it patched, while I wait for some Euro family members to get a hold of this
spare tire kit, and send it my way.
After that, I am switching to "normal" tires.
$400 my a$$.
Feel free to comment, or let this thread die. I just wanted to rant, briefly.