As some of you are aware I’m in the process of locating a used E89, the issue is I am lost in the world of warranties and would like to have one if possible for an older car when finally purchased. Can anyone clarify if they have purchased a warranty for an older used car or can advise the most suitable option to cover, for example a 2010 23i with 50-70k on the clock? Must cover major mechanical and electrical issues including folding roof. Thanks in advance Ash
Warranty for a used E89
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Ash, depending on certain criteria you may able to get a BMW warranty if it covers what you need.
Use a car reg that roughly meets your criteria and it’ll give you a quote.
https://www.bmw-warranty.co.uk/Login/Index/
Use a car reg that roughly meets your criteria and it’ll give you a quote.
https://www.bmw-warranty.co.uk/Login/Index/
Ash, my RAC warranty covers the roof but beware they only pay for one hour of diagnosis time.
If you can get a BMW warranty then that's the way to go.
If you can get a BMW warranty then that's the way to go.
Smash said:
Yes mileage makes a difference, I’m not 100% sure but I think if it’s been serviced to BMWs schedule it may still qualify. They’re actually very helpful so give them a call if something catches your eye and you can also discuss the coverage to make sure it meets your needs
Argyll Andy said:Smash said:
Yes mileage makes a difference, I’m not 100% sure but I think if it’s been serviced to BMWs schedule it may still qualify. They’re actually very helpful so give them a call if something catches your eye and you can also discuss the coverage to make sure it meets your needs
Sound advice Andy, I may call them prior to checking out a car to see if it is in their database, it would a great option for me as there isn’t many if any BMW Independents near me or within 80 miles.
Smash said:Argyll Andy said:Smash said:
Yes mileage makes a difference, I’m not 100% sure but I think if it’s been serviced to BMWs schedule it may still qualify. They’re actually very helpful so give them a call if something catches your eye and you can also discuss the coverage to make sure it meets your needs
Sound advice Andy, I may call them prior to checking out a car to see if it is in their database, it would a great option for me as there isn’t many if any BMW Independents near me or within 80 miles.
I’m the same, no indies for 85 miles.
One thing to be aware of when using that site, if it comes up and says something like quote not available on this vehicle it sometimes means the vehicle is already covered by them. That could be either an annual or monthly policy so doesn’t automatically mean it’ll transfer to you
Argyll Andy said:Smash said:Argyll Andy said:Yes mileage makes a difference, I’m not 100% sure but I think if it’s been serviced to BMWs schedule it may still qualify. They’re actually very helpful so give them a call if something catches your eye and you can also discuss the coverage to make sure it meets your needs
Sound advice Andy, I may call them prior to checking out a car to see if it is in their database, it would a great option for me as there isn’t many if any BMW Independents near me or within 80 miles.
I’m the same, no indies for 85 miles.
One thing to be aware of when using that site, if it comes up and says something like quote not available on this vehicle it sometimes means the vehicle is already covered by them. That could be either an annual or monthly policy so doesn’t automatically mean it’ll transfer to you
Ah ok thanks. I’ve done a couple of checks with different vehicles, with the £250 excess one came up at £875 the other £457 so there is a fair bit of difference all to mileage it seems.
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Agreed. If you find a well looked after car (get an AA or RAC inspection before you commit) then it's roof; generally switches or relays which are cheap to replace, or battery issues, which is cheap to replace. Anything else is unlikely.flybobbie said:
If you are looking for peace of mind, get a new lease.
I would also guess a comprehensive warranty on a 10-12 year old car is going to cost a few beans (and the premium will rocket next renewal if you claim).
N4LLY said:
I suppose like any insurance/warranty, not if you don’t use it but could be a lifesaver if you do need to use it.
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Ive had my 23i 7 years now (it will be 12 this year), in that time all thats gone wrong is a broken spring which I fixed for £50 (touch wood). I can see having the warranty as piece of mind (just make sure it covers everything... read the small print) and £45 a month (and I can see the premium going up every year as the car gets older) doesn't sound a lot, but if you total that x 7 years and then on add on servicing costs, its starts to build up, especially for a car thats only really used at the weekends. If I had something like a 35is then I would probably think differently.
N4LLY said:Wish i had it earlier this year. This cost me £ 1908.--
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That must be at a main dealer?
Just out of curiosity does the BMW warranty require you have the car serviced at BMW? If so when you take into account the cost of the policy excess and the extra servicing costs of having a main dealer do it you may well find you are better off sticking that 500 to 700 odd quid a warranty may cost in the bank and save it for a rainy day. Well at least for a 23i or 30i, 35i/S might be a different story. Just for comparison I bought my 30i in May 2019 and have done around 10,000 miles in it since and so far apart from regular servicing, brake pads and new battery it has cost me nothing at all.
No you do not need to service through BMW. I am reading the small print currently 
b) After each service, please ensure that the
relevant service details are completed in
your service records by the servicing
garage and obtain a VAT receipt for the
service. You must keep all such receipts
for reference in the event of a claim.
:wink:
b) After each service, please ensure that the
relevant service details are completed in
your service records by the servicing
garage and obtain a VAT receipt for the
service. You must keep all such receipts
for reference in the event of a claim.
:wink:
N4LLY said:No you do not need to service through BMW. I am reading the small print currently
b) After each service, please ensure that the
relevant service details are completed in
your service records by the servicing
garage and obtain a VAT receipt for the
service. You must keep all such receipts
for reference in the event of a claim.
:wink:
Bit late now isn't it?
Silverstar said:N4LLY said:No you do not need to service through BMW. I am reading the small print currently
b) After each service, please ensure that the
relevant service details are completed in
your service records by the servicing
garage and obtain a VAT receipt for the
service. You must keep all such receipts
for reference in the event of a claim.
:wink:
Bit late now isn't it?
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For the price of a few packets of cigarettes i am thinking this should be worth while. :wink: