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bad company said:
xcesx said:
Has anyone taken extended warranty with BMW recently? I was wondering what sort of price to expect.
Mines 2021 with about 22,000 miles. It expires in March 24. Just tried online and had to call them. It won’t generate a quote until the 3 month point so I have to call back in late December.
What’s the general feeling with this? Is this the best route to go down?
When my 340 turned 3 years old BMW wanted £48 per month to extend the warranty, that’s with a £250 excess.Mines 2021 with about 22,000 miles. It expires in March 24. Just tried online and had to call them. It won’t generate a quote until the 3 month point so I have to call back in late December.
What’s the general feeling with this? Is this the best route to go down?
ClubsportStr said:
Been keeping an eye on prices of these for a few months now, they seem to be over valued at present compared to the rest of the 3 series range. Especially the face lift version. The M240i seem better value although these have not got MHT so not sure what the mpg will be like compared to the 340i .
I had to Google MHT.Loved my 340 but ordered a 440 Grand Coupe replacement.
bad company said:
xcesx said:
Has anyone taken extended warranty with BMW recently? I was wondering what sort of price to expect.
Mines 2021 with about 22,000 miles. It expires in March 24. Just tried online and had to call them. It won’t generate a quote until the 3 month point so I have to call back in late December.
What’s the general feeling with this? Is this the best route to go down?
When my 340 turned 3 years old BMW wanted £48 per month to extend the warranty, that’s with a £250 excess.Mines 2021 with about 22,000 miles. It expires in March 24. Just tried online and had to call them. It won’t generate a quote until the 3 month point so I have to call back in late December.
What’s the general feeling with this? Is this the best route to go down?
Thinking of buying one myself in the very near future, either a used LCI or to lease a new one. It'd be my first BMW (previously Audi & Mercedes only). Anything I should look out for when viewing used ones? Also any options packs I should definitely consider? If I go lease I'd probably just get the base version without any packs...will I still enjoy the standard music system etc.? Colour wise I'm leaning towards Skyscraper grey (ideally with red interior or perhaps oyster), Brooklyn grey (red interior) or mineral white. Dravit grey seems quite dark in some pictures and almost pearlescent in others so I'm undecided on it but maybe best to see one in person in the colour before making my mind up.
Appreciate any input on the above
Appreciate any input on the above
ha03274 said:
Thinking of buying one myself in the very near future, either a used LCI or to lease a new one. It'd be my first BMW (previously Audi & Mercedes only). Anything I should look out for when viewing used ones? Also any options packs I should definitely consider? If I go lease I'd probably just get the base version without any packs...will I still enjoy the standard music system etc.? Colour wise I'm leaning towards Skyscraper grey (ideally with red interior or perhaps oyster), Brooklyn grey (red interior) or mineral white. Dravit grey seems quite dark in some pictures and almost pearlescent in others so I'm undecided on it but maybe best to see one in person in the colour before making my mind up.
Appreciate any input on the above
They’re pretty well equipped generally, but I’d look out for comfort plus and the tech (plus?) pack. Get the electric seats if you can, which I think is in comfort plus. Feels more suited to the car. I’ve got the uprated sound system, but tbh, it’s never blown me away. That might be a factor to consider as the entry one might be even less exciting!Appreciate any input on the above
On colour, always personal preference. I really like the darker colours. It looks amazing in Tanzanite if you can find one.
On the whole though, they’re lovely things and great to own.
ha03274 said:
Thinking of buying one myself in the very near future, either a used LCI or to lease a new one. It'd be my first BMW (previously Audi & Mercedes only). Anything I should look out for when viewing used ones? Also any options packs I should definitely consider? If I go lease I'd probably just get the base version without any packs...will I still enjoy the standard music system etc.? Colour wise I'm leaning towards Skyscraper grey (ideally with red interior or perhaps oyster), Brooklyn grey (red interior) or mineral white. Dravit grey seems quite dark in some pictures and almost pearlescent in others so I'm undecided on it but maybe best to see one in person in the colour before making my mind up.
Appreciate any input on the above
Any with a reg originating in Thorne (YA-YL) and absolutely no options (they normally have red brake calipers too), AVOID. They're probably ex-rentals and have been absolutely flogged- I've had a fair few through work and used launch control more times than I can count, as have many of my colleagues. I've seen a few of them pop up on the used market too...Appreciate any input on the above
Other than that, the tech pack is probably the one I'd personally think is 'essential'- the HUD is fantastic, and Harmon Kardon is a worthwhile upgrade. Adaptive suspension is probably decent, but in my view not necessary, I've never had a complaint about the ride in the base cars I've driven- whereas I despised the S-Line 2.0TFSI Audi A4's I've driven for the ride...
The dravit grey is a lovely colour up close and when the sun hits it. As said a must have pack I would say is the tech pack. The Harmon Kardon upgrade is average at best, so again I can imagine the standard stereo is dire. A sunroof can help lighten the interior up if you go for a dark colour. But in any guise they’re a fantastic car and after a test drive you’ll be smitten I’m sure.
andyvtr said:
The dravit grey is a lovely colour up close and when the sun hits it. As said a must have pack I would say is the tech pack. The Harmon Kardon upgrade is average at best, so again I can imagine the standard stereo is dire. A sunroof can help lighten the interior up if you go for a dark colour. But in any guise they’re a fantastic car and after a test drive you’ll be smitten I’m sure.
Thanks, just seen one in Dravit grey with Tacora red interior…hard to know what to make of the colour due to it being so miserable where I am weather wise.Sofa said:
Any with a reg originating in Thorne (YA-YL) and absolutely no options (they normally have red brake calipers too), AVOID. They're probably ex-rentals and have been absolutely flogged- I've had a fair few through work and used launch control more times than I can count, as have many of my colleagues. I've seen a few of them pop up on the used market too...
Other than that, the tech pack is probably the one I'd personally think is 'essential'- the HUD is fantastic, and Harmon Kardon is a worthwhile upgrade. Adaptive suspension is probably decent, but in my view not necessary, I've never had a complaint about the ride in the base cars I've driven- whereas I despised the S-Line 2.0TFSI Audi A4's I've driven for the ride...
Thanks for the heads up! Don’t they all come with adaptive suspension? Other than that, the tech pack is probably the one I'd personally think is 'essential'- the HUD is fantastic, and Harmon Kardon is a worthwhile upgrade. Adaptive suspension is probably decent, but in my view not necessary, I've never had a complaint about the ride in the base cars I've driven- whereas I despised the S-Line 2.0TFSI Audi A4's I've driven for the ride...
MayNine said:
They’re pretty well equipped generally, but I’d look out for comfort plus and the tech (plus?) pack. Get the electric seats if you can, which I think is in comfort plus. Feels more suited to the car. I’ve got the uprated sound system, but tbh, it’s never blown me away. That might be a factor to consider as the entry one might be even less exciting!
On colour, always personal preference. I really like the darker colours. It looks amazing in Tanzanite if you can find one.
On the whole though, they’re lovely things and great to own.
After seeing one in mineral white and another in Brooklyn grey, I think I agree with you that the car looks better in darker colours. Narrowed the colour down to Skyscraper grey and Dravit grey. Sapphire black is nice too but want a change as my current Merc is Obsidian black.On colour, always personal preference. I really like the darker colours. It looks amazing in Tanzanite if you can find one.
On the whole though, they’re lovely things and great to own.
Edited by ha03274 on Thursday 22 February 23:21
ha03274 said:
Sofa said:
Any with a reg originating in Thorne (YA-YL) and absolutely no options (they normally have red brake calipers too), AVOID. They're probably ex-rentals and have been absolutely flogged- I've had a fair few through work and used launch control more times than I can count, as have many of my colleagues. I've seen a few of them pop up on the used market too...
Other than that, the tech pack is probably the one I'd personally think is 'essential'- the HUD is fantastic, and Harmon Kardon is a worthwhile upgrade. Adaptive suspension is probably decent, but in my view not necessary, I've never had a complaint about the ride in the base cars I've driven- whereas I despised the S-Line 2.0TFSI Audi A4's I've driven for the ride...
Thanks for the heads up! Don’t they all come with adaptive suspension? Other than that, the tech pack is probably the one I'd personally think is 'essential'- the HUD is fantastic, and Harmon Kardon is a worthwhile upgrade. Adaptive suspension is probably decent, but in my view not necessary, I've never had a complaint about the ride in the base cars I've driven- whereas I despised the S-Line 2.0TFSI Audi A4's I've driven for the ride...
Adaptive suspension is standard. My essential fitted options are HUD, HK hifi, heated steering wheel. Other bits and bobs fitted with packs, but I couldn’t live without the above.
Have averaged 29.8mpg in first 3000 miles.
Zedboy said:
Got my touring new in Nov 23. Fabulous car, a real keeper. I have mineral white, which contrasts really well with all that gloss black and a pano roof.
Adaptive suspension is standard. My essential fitted options are HUD, HK hifi, heated steering wheel. Other bits and bobs fitted with packs, but I couldn’t live without the above.
Have averaged 29.8mpg in first 3000 miles.
So technology pack is a must for HUD and HK...what does the steering wheel come under? Is it the comfort pack?Adaptive suspension is standard. My essential fitted options are HUD, HK hifi, heated steering wheel. Other bits and bobs fitted with packs, but I couldn’t live without the above.
Have averaged 29.8mpg in first 3000 miles.
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