at a dead end and don't know what to do

[SixBanger]

My lease is up in June 2013 and I've been contemplating on whether I want to keep the car or move on. The car has 50,129 miles on it now and I've had it in the shop many many times since day 1. I've had it in the shop for basic issues the N54 is known for and recalls: ie injectors, HPFP, and 3rd brake light.
I just replaced my water pump a month ago and this is why I need some guidance on what to do. The car has only 50k and its already needing "big parts". My dealership sux I had to pay for all of the labor and all of the waterpump, they refused to help me with a goodwill, and my warranty went out this past July. As far as mods go the car has: Eisenmann exhaust, ITG air filter, BMW PPK (software only), M3 front sway bar. The car handles like shit and the acceleration is suppressed alot. Last year they cleaned out the valves from carbon buildup. Could I need this done again already?

My goal since October was to keep the vehicle if I run into no problems until June. I'd love to keep the car because it's an 08 and amongst other reasons. As of now I'm between a rock and a hard place and I dont know what to do.

[SfValley335i]

Whats buy out price?

If its more than market price, turn it over to bmw and buy another used one. Or just keep it and get warranty.

[Venom]

The water pump and thermostat is the only real major maintenance item that is somewhat common and hasn't gotten extended coverage due to lawsuits afaik. Find out the buyout price, figure out if you want this car or a different one. Shop around and get different buyout prices(doesn't have to be your own dealer). Best of luck!

[Black Flagged]

let it go and go out and get a new bimmer...

[SixBanger]

I will owe BMW $15,087.00 in June if I decide to keep it.

[Bunyfofu69]

15k? That's Peanuts. You'd probably spend another 5k not including taxes.

[lastMleft]

15k is nothing, keep it if it gives you major problems sell it, I'm sure you could always get what you owe

[SfValley335i]

keep it for $15k and get the CPO warranty for another $3k. Then you'll have 100k warranty and when do you sell it you'll make a profit.

[ilikebmxbikes]

Originally Posted by SfValley335i

keep it for $15k and get the CPO warranty for another $3k. Then you'll have 100k warranty and when do you sell it you'll make a profit.

Smart man