Tire and Wheel Protection + Extended Maintenance

Ajumepke · 07-27-2009, 04:20 PM

Just curious for those of you that got the Option 5 yr Tire and Wheel protection plan as well as the Extended Maintenance plan -

How much did you guys pay for them?

Excitmnt94 · 07-28-2009, 09:46 AM

the price of the dealership offered W&T insurance is all over the place because they use different companies to insure. due to this fact, the amount of coverage is all over the place as well. i believe most places seem to be between 600-1000 for 5 years for wheel and tire insurance.

the price of maintenance just went up considerably July 1, 2009. i believe the new price is right around 2,095 for the 1-series.

KingOfJericho · 07-28-2009, 10:09 AM

I was quoted $1,200 initially, which became $895 in about 10 seconds. I wouldn't even consider it until it was under $600.

Excitmnt94 · 07-28-2009, 10:42 AM

there are probably offerings out there from dealers that can be around 600...you just won't get the type of coverage that you would be happy with. you get what you pay for. if you get cheap W&T insurance...you lose features/benefits. make sure you understand what is offered by the insurance and then evaluate if it is worth it for you.

KingOfJericho · 07-28-2009, 10:46 AM

I'm not going to get it anyway. I would have to get 4 flats and bend a wheel for it to make sense financially. Bent wheel but the tire still holds air? Sorry... SOL. I'll pass.

moveswiftly · 07-29-2009, 10:23 PM

I'm probably going to get it. With NJ roads and our pot holes I'd rather get the warranty and if i have any problems just bring it back to the dealer. BMW wheels are expensive man.

KingOfJericho · 07-29-2009, 10:37 PM

You can get used full sets in mint condition for half the cost of the insurance policy. Seriously, unless you blow out all four tires, you'll end up paying them $1k+ for nothing. How many wheels/tires have you bent or blown in the last 4 years?

moveswiftly · 07-29-2009, 10:39 PM

2 BMW oem wheels, and 2 19" Performance wheel LIPs. The area i live in has terrible roads.

1speedbike · 08-10-2009, 01:44 AM

The tire/wheel protection makes a LOT of sense if you're gonna stay stock and keep the stock run-flat tires and rims. The stock run flat tires are EXPENSIVE and cost close to 500 bucks to replace (including parts and labor cost) so if you blow more than 2 tires, then it's worth it. Considering I had 2 bubbles in my tires over 1 year (okay I might have been able to avoid the bubbles, but honestly accidents happen), the stock Run Flat Tires are VERY prone to bubbles and other problems which require replacement. If you're keeping the stock RFT's and rims then it's worth it. If you're switching to non-RFT's then don't bother. But seriously if you're sticking to stock and everything that's sanctioned by BMW including tires, then get the tire warranty, because you'll save LOTS of money after the first 2 replacements in several years (which WILL happen because stock RFT's are SO prone to problems)...

m_thompson · 08-10-2009, 06:20 AM

I paid about $500 for 5 years of tire & wheel.

moveswiftly · 08-10-2009, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by m_thompson

I paid about $500 for 5 years of tire & wheel.

good price what's the coverage

radiantm3 · 08-10-2009, 11:52 AM

Is the extended maintenance the same thing as the extended warranty? If so, can you get this anytime within your 4 year 50k mile warranty?

moveswiftly · 08-10-2009, 12:07 PM

Nah man, extended maintenance is the oil changes/ brake replacments up to 6 years or 100K miles, I believe this can be purchased at anytime with the vehicle, as BMW has nothing to lose with selling it, but I may be wrong. Extended warranty is the warranty you can purchase after your factory warranty expires, this is different though from certified preowned warranty that BMW offers with used vehicles.

ersatzS2 · 08-12-2009, 08:40 AM

When the salesman asked my wife if she wanted the tire warranty, I interjected, 'don't do it honey, those are a scam.' "I don't know," she says, " it sounds like a good idea to me..."
End of discussion.
Fast forward 18 mos, 25K miles later, just picked up the car yesterday after having the _Fifth_ tire replaced, all paid for under warranty...
What was someone saying about NJ roads?

Monterra · 08-13-2009, 11:40 PM

BMW REALLY needs to abandon these run flats. They won't leave you stranded, they just leave you with 5 flats over 18 months! They're clearly way too fragile and ride like hockey pucks. Mine are gone once they're worn out. I'll get the kit and probably do the premier CCA for piece of mind.

torresfe · 08-14-2009, 05:20 AM

Tire protection; In my opinion is well worth it. I pay $600.00 for it.
I was not going to get it; but my salesman convince me that it was a good idea due to the price of low profile run flat tires.

Less than 30 days after delivery, I pick a nail on the right rear. Tire was replaced with a brand new tire at the dealer, no questions ask. Insurance invoice was $505.00 after labor and taxes. In my opinion it almost pay by itself on the first ocurrence.

07-27-2009, 04:20 PM	#1
Ajumepke First Lieutenant 46 Rep 332 Posts Drives: None Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	Tire and Wheel Protection + Extended Maintenance Just curious for those of you that got the Option 5 yr Tire and Wheel protection plan as well as the Extended Maintenance plan - How much did you guys pay for them?
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07-28-2009, 09:46 AM	#2
Excitmnt94 Detailer & Fitness Freak 23 Rep 514 Posts Drives: '09 135i ///M Sport Coupe Join Date: May 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC iTrader: (0)	the price of the dealership offered W&T insurance is all over the place because they use different companies to insure. due to this fact, the amount of coverage is all over the place as well. i believe most places seem to be between 600-1000 for 5 years for wheel and tire insurance. the price of maintenance just went up considerably July 1, 2009. i believe the new price is right around 2,095 for the 1-series. __________________ 135i coupe...Alpine White // Glacier Silver Aluminum Trim // Heated Coral Red Leather Seats // M-Sport Package // I-pod // PDC // 6-Speed Manual
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KingOfJericho Major General 2452 Rep 7,341 Posts Drives: Yes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 135i Coupe [5.26]	I was quoted $1,200 initially, which became $895 in about 10 seconds. I wouldn't even consider it until it was under $600.
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07-28-2009, 10:42 AM	#4
Excitmnt94 Detailer & Fitness Freak 23 Rep 514 Posts Drives: '09 135i ///M Sport Coupe Join Date: May 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC iTrader: (0)	there are probably offerings out there from dealers that can be around 600...you just won't get the type of coverage that you would be happy with. you get what you pay for. if you get cheap W&T insurance...you lose features/benefits. make sure you understand what is offered by the insurance and then evaluate if it is worth it for you. __________________ 135i coupe...Alpine White // Glacier Silver Aluminum Trim // Heated Coral Red Leather Seats // M-Sport Package // I-pod // PDC // 6-Speed Manual
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KingOfJericho Major General 2452 Rep 7,341 Posts Drives: Yes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 135i Coupe [5.26]	I'm not going to get it anyway. I would have to get 4 flats and bend a wheel for it to make sense financially. Bent wheel but the tire still holds air? Sorry... SOL. I'll pass.
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07-29-2009, 10:23 PM	#6
moveswiftly Colonel 381 Rep 2,926 Posts Drives: Cayman GT4, 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: NJ iTrader: (12) Garage List 2012 335iS [0.00]	I'm probably going to get it. With NJ roads and our pot holes I'd rather get the warranty and if i have any problems just bring it back to the dealer. BMW wheels are expensive man. __________________ Current: M2CS Gone but not forgotten: Cayman GT4, M2C, 2011 135i, E83 X3 6MT, 2016 SO M3, 2012 335iS, 2010 135i and 2006 e90 325xi
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07-29-2009, 10:37 PM	#7
KingOfJericho Major General 2452 Rep 7,341 Posts Drives: Yes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 135i Coupe [5.26]	You can get used full sets in mint condition for half the cost of the insurance policy. Seriously, unless you blow out all four tires, you'll end up paying them $1k+ for nothing. How many wheels/tires have you bent or blown in the last 4 years?
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07-29-2009, 10:39 PM	#8
moveswiftly Colonel 381 Rep 2,926 Posts Drives: Cayman GT4, 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: NJ iTrader: (12) Garage List 2012 335iS [0.00]	2 BMW oem wheels, and 2 19" Performance wheel LIPs. The area i live in has terrible roads. __________________ Current: M2CS Gone but not forgotten: Cayman GT4, M2C, 2011 135i, E83 X3 6MT, 2016 SO M3, 2012 335iS, 2010 135i and 2006 e90 325xi
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08-10-2009, 01:44 AM	#9
1speedbike Brigadier General 732 Rep 3,274 Posts Drives: 2022 X4 M40i, 2008 135i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: MKE iTrader: (15)	The tire/wheel protection makes a LOT of sense if you're gonna stay stock and keep the stock run-flat tires and rims. The stock run flat tires are EXPENSIVE and cost close to 500 bucks to replace (including parts and labor cost) so if you blow more than 2 tires, then it's worth it. Considering I had 2 bubbles in my tires over 1 year (okay I might have been able to avoid the bubbles, but honestly accidents happen), the stock Run Flat Tires are VERY prone to bubbles and other problems which require replacement. If you're keeping the stock RFT's and rims then it's worth it. If you're switching to non-RFT's then don't bother. But seriously if you're sticking to stock and everything that's sanctioned by BMW including tires, then get the tire warranty, because you'll save LOTS of money after the first 2 replacements in several years (which WILL happen because stock RFT's are SO prone to problems)... __________________ 2022 X4 M40i - 2008 135i - 2015 F700GS On Order - 2024 i4 M50 Scruffy's gonna die the way he lived... Mmhm.
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08-10-2009, 11:52 AM	#12
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moveswiftly Colonel 381 Rep 2,926 Posts Drives: Cayman GT4, 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: NJ iTrader: (12) Garage List 2012 335iS [0.00]	Nah man, extended maintenance is the oil changes/ brake replacments up to 6 years or 100K miles, I believe this can be purchased at anytime with the vehicle, as BMW has nothing to lose with selling it, but I may be wrong. Extended warranty is the warranty you can purchase after your factory warranty expires, this is different though from certified preowned warranty that BMW offers with used vehicles. __________________ Current: M2CS Gone but not forgotten: Cayman GT4, M2C, 2011 135i, E83 X3 6MT, 2016 SO M3, 2012 335iS, 2010 135i and 2006 e90 325xi
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08-12-2009, 08:40 AM	#14
ersatzS2 Private First Class 16 Rep 186 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	When the salesman asked my wife if she wanted the tire warranty, I interjected, 'don't do it honey, those are a scam.' "I don't know," she says, " it sounds like a good idea to me..." End of discussion. Fast forward 18 mos, 25K miles later, just picked up the car yesterday after having the _Fifth_ tire replaced, all paid for under warranty... What was someone saying about NJ roads? __________________ 135i built 2/14/08 SGM w/Black and AL, 6 forward gears
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08-13-2009, 11:40 PM	#15
Monterra Captain 17 Rep 619 Posts Drives: 15 X1 msport sdrive28 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: HVNY iTrader: (0)	BMW REALLY needs to abandon these run flats. They won't leave you stranded, they just leave you with 5 flats over 18 months! They're clearly way too fragile and ride like hockey pucks. Mine are gone once they're worn out. I'll get the kit and probably do the premier CCA for piece of mind.
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08-14-2009, 05:20 AM	#16
torresfe torresfe 5 Rep 140 Posts Drives: 135I Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: US, NC iTrader: (6)	Tire protection; In my opinion is well worth it. I pay $600.00 for it. I was not going to get it; but my salesman convince me that it was a good idea due to the price of low profile run flat tires. Less than 30 days after delivery, I pick a nail on the right rear. Tire was replaced with a brand new tire at the dealer, no questions ask. Insurance invoice was $505.00 after labor and taxes. In my opinion it almost pay by itself on the first ocurrence.
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