Inspection 2 Coming Up!!

Goodwill can save thousands though ... I would not select a specialist on the cost aspect as that single stamp will cost more if something properly goes wrong.
 
A BMW warranty however remains intact if you are using a registered specialist as long as your SH is in order, they cannot reject a claim based on you having used a specialist for servicing. If you know a specialist whom you trust, that is worth a lot more than having a main dealer stamp imo.
 
Thanks for all the comments.

Yes, I know there are many ways to look at it. I basically want a thorough job done, as I want the car to be as looked after as possible. Money is not the issue here, its quality I am after!

I guess maybe I have been a bit harsh with the BMW dealers by not thinking about them properly. To be fair, this is my exposure so far:

I purchased my car AUC from BMW (Sopers of Lincoln) and they were excellent and so was the experience.
MOT and intermediate oil service at BMW Partridge, which again was fine. Everything came back as expected.
Car went into BMW Partridge for a stuck Caliper. They changed out caliper, both front disks, new pads, sensors, brake fluid and gave me a courtesy car for three days all for free under the AUC warranty. Again, very happy with everything!

I guess my main worry is the inspection 2, with the checking of the valve clearances etc.

Maybe I should take a wonder down to BMW Cooper Thames Ditton as they are very close to me, and see what I think. Anyone have any experience of these guys?? I think they are M certified if that's anything to go by.

Oh, and I don't have a warranty any more, but yes, car is currently FBMWSH.
 
Following this thread with interest. Mine is also due an inspection 2 in 2k miles and I'm Surrey/Hampshire border. Just dropped into Barons Hindhead who quoted £1120. I've had a really good experience with Barons, but also feel that I'll get a more comprehensive service at a good indy.
 
Jess said:
Reading all the posts, this is conflicting advice, but maybe it is worth sticking with FBMWSH stamps in the book? if it is a nice car then keep everything perfect
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The goodwill aspect is the only reason that I'd use BMW. I honestly believe that a Specialist will do a more thorough job. As mentioned earlier, they rely on repeat business and are often more experienced technicians / enthusiasts themselves. I wouldn't want an apprentice mechanic at BMW learning how to perform an Insp 2 on my car.

I'd gladly pay more than BMW prices to have a reputable specialist work on my car. price doesn't factor into my considerations. Similarly as a buyer I'd be happier to see that a car has been looked after by one of the reputable specialists than BMW.
 
Ninarvana said:
A BMW warranty however remains intact if you are using a registered specialist as long as your SH is in order, they cannot reject a claim based on you having used a specialist for servicing. If you know a specialist whom you trust, that is worth a lot more than having a main dealer stamp imo.
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That is only true for the warranty on a new BMW. Both the AUC and the Insured/Extended Warranty require BMW Dealer servicing as part of their Terms & Conditions. From the Policy Handbook for the BMW Insured Warranty:
What must I do to keep the Warranty valid?
The terms and conditions of the warranty listed below must be adhered to. Failure to do so will result in the rejection of a claim or the termination of your BMW Insured Warranty. This does not affect your statutory rights.
1. When servicing your BMW, failure to comply with the service schedule recommended by BMW may invalidate this warranty. All service and warranty work must be carried out by an Authorised BMW Dealer or BMW Service Authorised Workshop using only Genuine BMW Parts. Your BMW Service Booklet should be stamped, dated and detailed with the correct mileage at the time of service by the servicing dealer.
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ZedFourM said:
Ninarvana said:
A BMW warranty however remains intact if you are using a registered specialist as long as your SH is in order, they cannot reject a claim based on you having used a specialist for servicing. If you know a specialist whom you trust, that is worth a lot more than having a main dealer stamp imo.
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That is only true for the warranty on a new BMW. Both the AUC and the Insured/Extended Warranty require BMW Dealer servicing as part of their Terms & Conditions. From the Policy Handbook for the BMW Insured Warranty:
What must I do to keep the Warranty valid?
The terms and conditions of the warranty listed below must be adhered to. Failure to do so will result in the rejection of a claim or the termination of your BMW Insured Warranty. This does not affect your statutory rights.
1. When servicing your BMW, failure to comply with the service schedule recommended by BMW may invalidate this warranty. All service and warranty work must be carried out by an Authorised BMW Dealer or BMW Service Authorised Workshop using only Genuine BMW Parts. Your BMW Service Booklet should be stamped, dated and detailed with the correct mileage at the time of service by the servicing dealer.
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Hence I used the term registered specialist. Using someone like Munich Legends for example whom I have mentioned and would use myself will not invalidate an extended warranty :)
 
flimper said:
Mine due soon, was thinking of using TWG Automotive in Camberley for mine
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Can recommend them. Will @ TWG does all the work on both my BMWs. Nice chap ,good skills and passionate about cars ( including racing them) which ticks all my boxes.
 
Ninarvana said:
Hence I used the term registered specialist. Using someone like Munich Legends for example whom I have mentioned and would use myself will not invalidate an extended warranty :)
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ML are not an 'Authorised BMW Dealer' or 'BMW Service Authorised Workshop'.

The only companies that have those titles in the UK are pat of the dealer franchise network. In Europe, BMW are more happy to give independent garages the ability to 'buy in' to become a 'Serviced Authorised Workshop'.

However, if I remember correctly, the latest terms & conditions on the BMW warranty website have changed to allow work to be done by any VAT registered garage as long as genuine parts are used.
 
Ed Winchester said:
Following this thread with interest. Mine is also due an inspection 2 in 2k miles and I'm Surrey/Hampshire border. Just dropped into Barons Hindhead who quoted £1120. I've had a really good experience with Barons, but also feel that I'll get a more comprehensive service at a good indy.
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We might not be that far away, or are you near Winchester? Or is that your name?

Been to Barons a few times before to test drive cars. Last was a Z4 35is. Beer had any work done there. Popped into an Indy in Haslemere a few years ago that looked good.

Still undecided what to do!

Need to decide Indy or Dealer, then which Indy or dealer. Need to decide quickly though!
 
If you can find a decent dealer then may be worth sticking with them

The 2 dealers I have used have been so crap I would rather use the Indy I have used for the last 15 years of BMW ownership because I know I can trust them. So for me the decision is easy and if it comes at a lower resale value then so be it. I bought the car to have fun and so far it has never let me down
 
mmm-five said:
Ninarvana said:
Hence I used the term registered specialist. Using someone like Munich Legends for example whom I have mentioned and would use myself will not invalidate an extended warranty :)
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ML are not an 'Authorised BMW Dealer' or 'BMW Service Authorised Workshop'.

The only companies that have those titles in the UK are pat of the dealer franchise network. In Europe, BMW are more happy to give independent garages the ability to 'buy in' to become a 'Serviced Authorised Workshop'.

However, if I remember correctly, the latest terms & conditions on the BMW warranty website have changed to allow work to be done by any VAT registered garage as long as genuine parts are used.
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As far as I understand it the insured warranty remains intact even if the car is not serviced by a main dealer they have confirmed this by phone and there are examples on the net in writing.

I'm not sure the AUC warranty remains intact.

I'll be switching over to the insured warranty in a few months before taking out the policy I'll aim to get something in writing.
 
Yes, as far as I was aware due to the change in legislation a like for like service carried out with genuine parts can no longer be refused in regards to voiding warranty...
 
Drive to devon and try paddock motors , first rate expertise , vfm and skilful friendly techs. ml as I recall don't rate the z4m , so I wouldn't give them my business personally because of that , I want someone to work on my car who is interested in it, :thumbsup: been to main dealers and other m specialists but paddock were in a different league imo.
 
So I have bitten the proverbial bullet and decided to drive it to the furthest garage on my list, Iridium .

It's booked in next Tuesday for all the work on my list. It's going to take about 1/2 day and a £40 train to drop it off and get home again.

I am happy to be not using a main dealer and I am confident I will get a better serviced car at the end of the day.
 
So I have bitten the proverbial bullet and decided to drive it to the furthest garage on my list, Iridium .

It's booked in next Tuesday for all the work on my list. It's going to take about 1/2 day and a £40 train to drop it off and get home again.

I am happy to be not using a main dealer and I am confident I will get a better serviced car at the end of the day.
 
I checked with BMW warranty by phone and you stay covered as long as garage is a VAT reg garage and uses genuine BMW parts.
 
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