Bmw Extended Maintenance!

[BForbes]

4/16/2009

Press Release
BMW of North America announced today that all BMW models are now eligible for purchase of a Maintenance Program Upgrade which extends BMW’s standard Maintenance Program period to 6 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first (excludes ALPINA B7). Vehicle owners may purchase the two-year Maintenance Program extension from an authorized BMW Center during the first four years after the vehicle’s in-service date or 50,000 total miles, whichever comes first. MSRP for the extension ranges from $1,395 to $2,995, depending on the model. . Most recently BMW made the M3, M5, M6, and Advanced Diesel models eligible for Maintenance Program extensions.

“BMW is committed to helping North American owners maintain their vehicles properly,” said Alan Harris, Vice President of Aftersales for BMW of North America. “BMW’s Maintenance Program keeps vehicles well cared-for and more valuable in the pre-owned marketplace. Our decision to make the six-year Maintenance Program Upgrade available to purchase for all BMW models makes it possible for more vehicles to remain under the care of an authorized BMW Center for a longer period of time, and that’s the best way to ensure longevity for each vehicle.”

Purchasing a Maintenance Program Upgrade is simple: a BMW owner visits an Authorized BMW Center to enroll any BMW during the first five years or 60,000 miles of its service life. Starting in April, BMW shoppers can also visit BMWUSA.com and utilize the Build-Your-Own module to include the Maintenance Program extension as a vehicle accessory; once completed they can either send this information directly to a BMW Center or print it for their convenience. Once enrolled by the center, Maintenance Program coverage is extended on the vehicle through the sixth year of service or 100,000 total vehicle miles, whichever comes first. Maintenance Program coverage stays with the vehicle (rather than the buyer), so a BMW’s second or even third owner may benefit from the coverage.

BMW Ultimate ServiceTM:
Providing owners with incredible value and peace of mind
All 2009 BMW passenger vehicles feature BMW Ultimate ServiceTM, a suite of services that includes the BMW Maintenance Program (formerly called Full Maintenance), Roadside Assistance and the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. BMW AssistTM with TeleService is part of the optional Premium Package or can be ordered separately as a stand-alone option.

BMW Ultimate ServiceTM includes:
The BMW Maintenance Program is the only no-cost maintenance program in the industry that covers wear and tear items like brake pads and rotors for four years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. BMW owners pay nothing for all scheduled inspections, oil changes, brake pads, wiper blade inserts and other wear-and-tear items.
BMW Roadside Assistance is one of the industry’s most comprehensive plans available. Not only is it no-charge for the first four years, but there is no mileage limit. BMW drivers enjoy the assurance of on-the-road help 24 hours a day, seven days a week, anywhere in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. This includes everything from flat tire changes, emergency gasoline and lock-out assistance, to towing, alternative transportation and even trip-interruption benefits. This service also includes valuable trip routing advice.

BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty: All 2009 BMW passenger vehicles are covered by BMW’s excellent Limited Warranty, which includes:
• New-vehicle warranty – four-year/50,000-mile coverage of the vehicle.
• Rust-perforation warranty – 12-year/unlimited-mileage coverage.

BMW AssistTM provides the driver with services that enhance on-the-road security and convenience, for added peace of mind. The BMW Assist and Bluetooth® System is included in the Premium Package or available as a stand-alone option. BMW includes the Safety Plan for 4 years at no additional cost. BMW is the only manufacturer that offers this duration of service as other manufacturers only include the first year of service. The BMW Assist Safety Plan is a subscription based service that is subject to certain limitations.

The in-vehicle equipment for BMW Assist includes GPS technology and hands-free communication functions to deliver emergency and other services, accessed via buttons in the overhead or center console. The BMW Assist system transmits the location and vehicle information to the BMW Assist Response Center. A response specialist speaks with the vehicle occupants to coordinate dispatch, notify emergency contacts on file, and link BMW Roadside Assistance or emergency services as needed and/or requested. A severe accident automatically activates the Automatic Collision Notification function. The BMW Assist Safety Plan also includes Door Unlock and Stolen Vehicle Recovery services, which can save the owner time and money. New to BMW Assist is MyInfo, which allows users to send business listings and street addresses with associated phone numbers from the internet, directly to their BMW.
TeleService automatically notifies the BMW center when a vehicle will need service. A service advisor then proactively calls the customer to set up a convenient appointment and have the needed parts ready.
BMW Assist subscribers can also enroll in the BMW Assist Convenience Plan (available at an additional cost of $199 per year) to avail themselves of many BMW Assist concierge services, from finding the lowest fuel price or the best French restaurant in the area to information on flight arrival gates or times, as well as receive directions, and traffic and weather information. On 2007 and later models, a selected destination and its phone number can be sent directly to the BMW Navigation system (if so equipped) and the customer’s Bluetooth linked mobile phone, after a push of the Concierge menu option. New for 2009 is BMW Search, which allows those vehicles equipped with both the BMW Navigation and BMW Assist system to gain online access to the Google Maps database inside the vehicle to quickly find a desired business with just a key word. The Convenience Plan also includes Critical Calling, a service that can connect the driver to a requested party via a response specialist in case their mobile phone is not in the vehicle or its battery is discharged.
Lastly, the BMW Assist system includes Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity with phonebook access and speech recognition for dialing by name or number via the steering wheel controls. Use of this feature requires a customer-provided compatible Bluetooth mobile phone.
To learn more about BMW Assist, please visit www.bmwassist.com.

Performance with a conscience
BMW strives to produce its motor vehicles and other products with the utmost attention to environmental compatibility and protection. Integrated into the design and development of BMW automobiles are such criteria as resource efficiency and emission control in production; environmentally responsible selection of materials; recyclability during production and within the vehicle; elimination of CFCs and hazardous materials in production; and continuing research into environmentally friendly automotive power sources. Tangible results of these efforts include the recycling of bumper cladding into other vehicle components; water-based paint color coats and powder clear coats; near-future availability of hydrogen-powered models; and various design and engineering elements that help make BMWs easier to dismantle at the end of their service life.

[Source: BMWNA ]

It is great that all models are now included(except Alpina). The price for each specific car is on the BMWUSA.com configurator. It is under the 'accessories' tab.

[Upgrade+]

So, is this only for new models bought or can we take advantage now (08's) while still in current warranty? I def want to extend mine.

[BForbes]

Originally Posted by Upgrade+

So, is this only for new models bought or can we take advantage now (08's) while still in current warranty? I def want to extend mine.

You can take advantage of it now. I called and thats what the dealer told me when I called.

[Tom K.]

I wonder which models are $1,395 as the 1 series price is $1,595 according to BMWUSA.COM. And don't forget, that this is not an extended warranty - it only covers maintenance for 2 years, so if you are easy on brakes, it's probably not going to be cost effective.
Tom

[Upgrade+]

Oh, so this is only covering maint issues (ie oil changes, wipers, brake pads)? Is it not extending the warranty itself?

[Tom K.]

Originally Posted by Upgrade+

Oh, so this is only covering maint issues (ie oil changes, wipers, brake pads)? Is it not extending the warranty itself?

Maintenance and warranty are separate issues.
IIRC, BMW doesn't offer extended warranties - except for CPO cars. Your dealer might sell you a third party extended warranty, though.
Tom

[TP 135i]

Originally Posted by Tom K.

Maintenance and warranty are separate issues.
IIRC, BMW doesn't offer extended warranties - except for CPO cars. Your dealer might sell you a third party extended warranty, though.
Tom

I've purchased the extended Warranty....up to 6 years / 100,000 miles......I was very specific to make sure it was the BMW warranty and not a 3rd party. The 3rd party can be customized to your needs but if the company goes under (like the 3rd party "tires for life" did) you could be left with nothing.

[Tom K.]

Originally Posted by TP 135i

I've purchased the extended Warranty....up to 6 years / 100,000 miles......I was very specific to make sure it was the BMW warranty and not a 3rd party. The 3rd party can be customized to your needs but if the company goes under (like the 3rd party "tires for life" did) you could be left with nothing.

Nice to know BMW offers their own - how much was it?

Tom

[TP 135i]

Originally Posted by Tom K.

Nice to know BMW offers their own - how much was it?

Tom

$2,875

[mastermav]

MSRP for 135i Extended Maintenance is $1,595. I know people were able to negotiate to lower price. Do you know what is the invoce price for it?

[Kamal]

Two questions then...

1) Can second-owners purchase extended maintenance?
2) Can second-owners purchase the extended warranty?

I'm pretty sure the answer to both of these is no.

[BrokenVert]

The thing that they dont tell you is that you need to apply before your car hits 45K miles...got screwed by that little unknown clause


Car was at 45120 miles and they wouldnt give me one

[Evice]

Originally Posted by maxnix

If it follows the BMW Accesories markup, probably 10%

response after 1 year.... really?

[J. Dub]

This is great news as I'm picking up a 2008 that has 33k miles and I'll be the second owner

[Satalite]

The fine print is what kills people. You have to buy it before the 40k or 45k mile mark in order to qualify for the extensions I believe...

Since you are still under warranty you can also get extended maintenance if you don't do it yourself.

[e82n54]

Has anyone calculated what all the scheduled maintenance fees would cost without the maintenance plan? I bet it doesn't save much money if any to purchase the extended maintenance plan when compared to someone who completes the same maintenance at the dealer and pays for each maintenance. Can anyone confirm this?

[Bimmer-Bob]

Originally Posted by Scuderia000

Has anyone calculated what all the scheduled maintenance fees would cost without the maintenance plan? I bet it doesn't save much money if any to purchase the extended maintenance plan when compared to someone who completes the same maintenance at the dealer and pays for each maintenance. Can anyone confirm this?

^ This is what I wonder.

Unlike extended warranty, which is basically just a gamble between the purchaser and BMW, and may be worth it if your car requires expensive warranty work, extended maintenance seems like it must have a predictable value. After all, if they're only going to cover "scheduled" maintenance for a certain # of miles, that should work out to a precise # of oil changes, brake jobs, etc. And it seems like if that's the case, BMW would certainly do the math in their favor, right? Am I missing something?

[Nathan_h]

Would be interesting to see the math but wouldn't it have to make some broad assumptions about the frequency of needing to replace consumables like pads and rotors? THose aren't necessarily on a schedule, but are covered by the extended maintenance...

[kioneo]

Originally Posted by Scuderia000

Has anyone calculated what all the scheduled maintenance fees would cost without the maintenance plan? I bet it doesn't save much money if any to purchase the extended maintenance plan when compared to someone who completes the same maintenance at the dealer and pays for each maintenance. Can anyone confirm this?

I did so and for my driving habits the costs were within about $300 of each other (maintenance plan versus having the dealer perform all services on my dime). I stood to save $300 if all my expected services were covered under the plan. That was too close to call for me so I opted to pass on the extended maintenance. In addition, I plan on instead doing most of my own basic work and saving even more.

I did, however, purchase the extended warranty. Just look at the cost of the electronic components. About two failed modules will set you over the purchase price of the warranty; I've already had my radio replaced so I know that wouldn't have been cheap. For me, it's insurance. I simply reconcile that cost into the overall cost of the car.

[Mattgfx]

Question:

If i buy a 2008 135i with less than 40k miles can i still go to BMW and upgrade my Maintenance plan as the second owner of the car?

thanks..

[DriveHard]

Originally Posted by Mattgfx

Question:

If i buy a 2008 135i with less than 40k miles can i still go to BMW and upgrade my Maintenance plan as the second owner of the car?

thanks..

YES, as long as its within 4 years of delivery date.. and even then if it is over by a little then there is a sur-charge.

does not matter that you are second owner

[Mattgfx]

Originally Posted by DriveHard

YES, as long as its within 4 years of delivery date.. and even then if it is over by a little then there is a sur-charge.

does not matter that you are second owner

Awesome, thank you for the quick reply.

Do i have to purchase the car below a certain mileage to qualify like below 35k or something?