How likely is it you'll keep your E90 after warranty expires?

deutschmann59 · 06-10-2006, 07:36 PM

Maybe this is too far ahead in the future for some, but if you bought your E90, just out of curiosity, how likely is it you'll keep your E90 after your warranty on it expires?

I've heard the costs can be astronomical on repairs for foreign cars. I was planning on holding on to my car for a while after the warranty was up, but since I've been having a lot of problems after only a year, now I'm not so sure I want to keep it after the warranty is up.

How about any prior 3-series owners here? Can you guys offer any insight? Have you kept your car after warranty? Was it a good or bad choice? Has it been expensive to keep your car after warranty?

Thanks for the replies

deutschmann59 · 06-10-2006, 07:41 PM

Hmmm...I thought I set up a poll along with this thread, but it doesn't seem to be working...

siriusinvestor · 06-10-2006, 07:59 PM

I'm gonna get the extended warranty, but after that runs out I think I will sell the vehicle. I don't think that it is worth the hassle and out of pocket expenses after the warranty is up.

Asiann · 06-10-2006, 08:16 PM

Are you saying that the BMW will not be worth keeping because of expenses?

Big Foot · 06-10-2006, 08:19 PM

I got the extended warranty and will trade it in after it expires.
Will definately not keep it after warranty.
Hopefully get a cabriolet with Europe Delivery.

RGRAY · 06-10-2006, 08:24 PM

Right now, I am planning on keeping the car for 8-10 years, but you never know what's going to come out next that you must have.

I'm already wondering about what to do if BMW comes out with a 335xi.

It would really depend on the cost though.

I LOVE MY CAR.

BMW F22 · 06-10-2006, 08:26 PM

If im gonna keep it, I'd have to get the extended warranty on it. If not, I would just buy a new one. I know it's not as bad as many people claim it to be, but I dont wanna take my chances with German cars.

deutschmann59 · 06-10-2006, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Asiann

Are you saying that the BMW will not be worth keeping because of expenses?

In a nutshell, yes

3aficionado · 06-10-2006, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RGRAY

I'm already wondering about what to do if BMW comes out with a 335xi.

We already know there will be 335xi (e92) by Q4 '07 (was mentioned in the BMW press info). Its likely a 335xi (e90) would follow (assuming the inside info that the e90 will see 328/335 is correct).

NaTuReB0Y · 06-10-2006, 08:36 PM

i'm gonna keep it until i get a new car............

govtec · 06-10-2006, 09:05 PM

[QUOTE=sharp1183] I've heard the costs can be astronomical on repairs for foreign cars.QUOTE]

not true, u need to be more specific. those japanese make are foreign, i don't see their repair cost astronomical, if anything the least expensive to maintain. it goes both ways for all makes and models, i feel sorry for all the problems u've had on ur 1st year experience with the car. i have the opposite experience with my 325, no troubles or major hiccups in over 9 months. i'll make my decision on extended warranty when time is about to expire but i won't hesitate to not extend it if i absolutely have no issues with the car.

rossmelvin · 06-10-2006, 09:45 PM

i may not have this car too much longer if it keeps up how its acting but if it stops i willnt keep it. longer warranties seem to suck to me

deltron · 06-10-2006, 11:01 PM

I plan on keeping the car for at least 6-7 years. My '96 Volvo 850 has ~220k and I hope the E90 can at least make it to 100k without any major repairs (< $1000). I'm lowering my expectations since its a BMW.

In a few years we'll see what parts are failing, etc... and I think one can make an educated decision about keeping or selling their E90 then. Without a doubt though I'll be getting the extended maintenance down the line, maybe not the warranty since thats a bit pricier.

I bought my current car from my parents and they racked up 180k miles in about 5 years. The car was in service all the damn time, and that made the car expensive to own. No majors repairs but I had to take the car to get two exhaust valves replaced since they failed (which was about $600).

I hope my experience is the same with the E90. You're lucky when your cars turns out to be something you can truly rely on all the time but I don't know how often that occurs in the automobile industry. My dad had two Nissan's that never missed a beat, and we've had 3 Lexus cars with no issues at all. (The first two were leased for 3 years though.)

The thing that frightens me the most down the line with the newer BMW's are the electronics and computers. Those are the most expensive time wise to diagnose. Replacing a sensor is sometimes guess & check.

I think mechanically cars, especially the european ones that ship to the states, have very high reliability rates.

We should maybe start a thread on what we can do to extend the life of our cars. Like changing oil, oil filter, air filter every 5k. Changing spark plugs every 50k. Checking coolant weekly. Checking tire pressure weekly if not more.

Hopefully there's more we can do too.

CALIF65GM · 06-10-2006, 11:56 PM

I have a 5-yr loan, so I need to keep it at least for that long, but aiming for 7-yrs which is average for me. I'll probably get the extended warranty & maintenance . My free 4-yr 50K warranty will lapse in about 3-yrs at the mileage rate that I'm currently going.

Nikki · 06-11-2006, 12:15 AM

If it stays basically troublefree then I will probably keep it for at least 5 years.

Ghunger · 06-11-2006, 12:30 AM

I'll probably keep it quite a while. Exactly how long? I'm not sure, but my '97 Toyota Tacoma is still runnin' fine and I have no plans to sell her any time soon. Should be due for her 90k check up next month.

zamboni · 06-11-2006, 12:52 AM

I had my E46 for 5 yrs now and total repair is less than $2K and will keep it for few more years.

CrazyDesi · 06-11-2006, 09:58 AM

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300B · 06-11-2006, 10:30 AM

100%

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Oz · 06-11-2006, 10:40 AM

I plan to keep the car for 75k miles and get the warranty (not the full extended warranty) I think I will keep the car for at least 5 years or so. I had the car for almost a year now without any problems and I hope it will stay the same

ShinyRedCar · 06-11-2006, 11:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deltron

...We should maybe start a thread on what we can do to extend the life of our cars. Like changing oil, oil filter, air filter every 5k. Changing spark plugs every 50k. Checking coolant weekly. Checking tire pressure weekly if not more...

Great idea! We could call it "Maintenance Updates" or something and include the mileage and what we had done. I'm going over to the DIY+Maintenace forum and start it up

BK · 06-11-2006, 12:33 PM

I don't know because I don't have mine yet. Whether or not someone keeps a car a long time really depends on how much trouble it has been. I tend to keep cars about 5 years. If it seems trouble-free around that time, I'll keep it. If there are lots of problems, I'll trade it in as the warranty nears expiration.

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deutschmann59 Captain 174 Rep 737 Posts Drives: 2006 325i Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: e90post.com iTrader: (0)	How likely is it you'll keep your E90 after warranty expires? Maybe this is too far ahead in the future for some, but if you bought your E90, just out of curiosity, how likely is it you'll keep your E90 after your warranty on it expires? I've heard the costs can be astronomical on repairs for foreign cars. I was planning on holding on to my car for a while after the warranty was up, but since I've been having a lot of problems after only a year, now I'm not so sure I want to keep it after the warranty is up. How about any prior 3-series owners here? Can you guys offer any insight? Have you kept your car after warranty? Was it a good or bad choice? Has it been expensive to keep your car after warranty? Thanks for the replies
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siriusinvestor Captain 67 Rep 873 Posts Drives: 1989 Ugo Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: US iTrader: (2)	I'm gonna get the extended warranty, but after that runs out I think I will sell the vehicle. I don't think that it is worth the hassle and out of pocket expenses after the warranty is up.
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Big Foot Private 10 Rep 84 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Sedan Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Barrie, Canada iTrader: (0)	I got the extended warranty and will trade it in after it expires. Will definately not keep it after warranty. Hopefully get a cabriolet with Europe Delivery. __________________ 2006 330i, Alpine White, Black Dakota Leather/Aluminium Trim, Manual, SP, PP, Nav, PDC
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BMW F22 Major General 3566 Rep 9,788 Posts Drives: ///M235i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (8)	If im gonna keep it, I'd have to get the extended warranty on it. If not, I would just buy a new one. I know it's not as bad as many people claim it to be, but I dont wanna take my chances with German cars.
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govtec Brigadier General 39 Rep 647 Posts Drives: 2006 325xi Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Philadelphia, PA iTrader: (7)	[QUOTE=sharp1183] I've heard the costs can be astronomical on repairs for foreign cars.QUOTE] not true, u need to be more specific. those japanese make are foreign, i don't see their repair cost astronomical, if anything the least expensive to maintain. it goes both ways for all makes and models, i feel sorry for all the problems u've had on ur 1st year experience with the car. i have the opposite experience with my 325, no troubles or major hiccups in over 9 months. i'll make my decision on extended warranty when time is about to expire but i won't hesitate to not extend it if i absolutely have no issues with the car.
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rossmelvin Second Lieutenant 48 Rep 292 Posts Drives: E90 330i & E60 530i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: jax,fl iTrader: (0)	i may not have this car too much longer if it keeps up how its acting but if it stops i willnt keep it. longer warranties seem to suck to me __________________ 2006- 530i 2006- 330i Vovlo XC90 V8 Sport - saved my life. 2004 Volvo V70R AWD- Sold
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deltron Private First Class 8 Rep 101 Posts Drives: 325xi Monaco Blue Join Date: May 2006 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	I plan on keeping the car for at least 6-7 years. My '96 Volvo 850 has ~220k and I hope the E90 can at least make it to 100k without any major repairs (< $1000). I'm lowering my expectations since its a BMW. In a few years we'll see what parts are failing, etc... and I think one can make an educated decision about keeping or selling their E90 then. Without a doubt though I'll be getting the extended maintenance down the line, maybe not the warranty since thats a bit pricier. I bought my current car from my parents and they racked up 180k miles in about 5 years. The car was in service all the damn time, and that made the car expensive to own. No majors repairs but I had to take the car to get two exhaust valves replaced since they failed (which was about $600). I hope my experience is the same with the E90. You're lucky when your cars turns out to be something you can truly rely on all the time but I don't know how often that occurs in the automobile industry. My dad had two Nissan's that never missed a beat, and we've had 3 Lexus cars with no issues at all. (The first two were leased for 3 years though.) The thing that frightens me the most down the line with the newer BMW's are the electronics and computers. Those are the most expensive time wise to diagnose. Replacing a sensor is sometimes guess & check. I think mechanically cars, especially the european ones that ship to the states, have very high reliability rates. We should maybe start a thread on what we can do to extend the life of our cars. Like changing oil, oil filter, air filter every 5k. Changing spark plugs every 50k. Checking coolant weekly. Checking tire pressure weekly if not more. Hopefully there's more we can do too. __________________ Monaco Blue 325xi Black'ette, Aluminum Trim, Xenons, Steptronic, Comfort Assist, Cold Weather - Delivered 6/15/2006
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Nikki Major General 990 Rep 6,381 Posts Drives: Sepang Z4MC Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: LA iTrader: (9)	If it stays basically troublefree then I will probably keep it for at least 5 years. __________________ Nikki
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Ghunger Major 52 Rep 1,024 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (0)	I'll probably keep it quite a while. Exactly how long? I'm not sure, but my '97 Toyota Tacoma is still runnin' fine and I have no plans to sell her any time soon. Should be due for her 90k check up next month. __________________ 330i Monaco Blue, Terra /w aluminum trim, SP, PP, CA, PDC, Nav, Folding Seats, Sat Prep European Delivery Blog Picture Gallery
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Oz Lieutenant Colonel 33 Rep 1,770 Posts Drives: 2006 330i, 2004 X5 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wayne, NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I plan to keep the car for 75k miles and get the warranty (not the full extended warranty) I think I will keep the car for at least 5 years or so. I had the car for almost a year now without any problems and I hope it will stay the same __________________ 2006 330i Steptronic/Alpine White/Black Leather/Burl Walnut Trim/Premium Package/iDrive/Heated Seats/Winter: STYLE 159 Blizzak LM-22 RFT/Summer: TBD 2004 X5 Steptronic/Alpine White/Grey Leather/Poplar Trim/Premium Package/Heated Seats/iPod Adapter
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BK Smiling politely 165 Rep 7,931 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Washington DC iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [9.00]	I don't know because I don't have mine yet. Whether or not someone keeps a car a long time really depends on how much trouble it has been. I tend to keep cars about 5 years. If it seems trouble-free around that time, I'll keep it. If there are lots of problems, I'll trade it in as the warranty nears expiration.
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