05-19-2020, 07:28 AM | #1 |
Enlisted Member
28
Rep 34
Posts |
Happy ending - my new M340i
Finally got BMWUSA's help. After several months of dealing with back-to-back issues, I'm happy to announce that there was a happy ending.
It all started in January when I went in for a routine oil change. The dealership told me that there was a few recalls they were going to fix. Later that afternoon they called me and told me that 1 of the recalls required a full engine replacement, wtf????? I was leery about it and pushed back but they advised that there was nothing we could do. I went ahead and patiently and politely cooperated but insisted that if there were problems I was going to need options. Well week after week, problem after problem, leak after leak, I dealt with so many issues. They ranged from radiator leaks to vibrations and odd sounds. The worst ones rendered my engine useless by putting me into safe mode. Long story short I fought it hard for 4 months and was about to write a letter to the Attorney General when they finally decided to do the right thing. Say hello to my new Mineral Grey M340i... that's my white Msport 330i right next to it too. CF spoiler and mirrors already swapped out w all gloss black trim pieces coming on Wednesday. More pix up soon. |
05-19-2020, 08:33 AM | #2 |
Brigadier General
3087
Rep 4,210
Posts |
Good for you. I had a somewhat similar experience with my prior car -- a 330e. Constant problems. Finally I walked into the dealership with a copy of my letter to BMW and to the GM of the dealership announcing that I am invoking the lemon law. The service manager told me he agreed with me and asked me to give him an hour to try one more time to convince BMWNA.
Well...he did. BMW agreed to buy back my car. Once BMW agreed, the process was terrific. I couldn't find a replacement car I liked anywhere; there was one that was close in San Francisco but after a delay of a few days we were told that it was sold. So I got BMW to agree to let me keep my old car while I ordered a new one exactly as I wanted it. The process was terrific and my replacement car (2018 530e) has been rock solid. It seems like it is hard to move BMW on these matters but once it does move, it seems to do so quickly and fairly. |
Appreciate
0
|
05-19-2020, 08:58 AM | #3 | |
Captain
622
Rep 785
Posts |
Quote:
__________________
2022 M440i Convertible - San Remo Green / Cognac
2021 Mazda 6 Signature - Machine Grey / Parchment 2020 M340i - Mineral White / Black - SOLD 2017 M2 - Alpine White / Black - SOLD 2001 e39 M5 - Titanium / Caramel - A "Keeper" |
|
Appreciate
0
|
05-19-2020, 12:39 PM | #5 |
Joint Chiefs of Staff
24477
Rep 191,448
Posts |
Congrats
__________________
Check out our current sale by clicking on this link!
https://x-ph.com/sale/ Phone number 702-494-9435 |
Appreciate
0
|
05-19-2020, 08:41 PM | #6 | ||
Captain
154
Rep 663
Posts |
Quote:
Although I never had the experience with BMW, I did with my Range Rover. One letter to LRNA, they responded within the state law of 14 days and agreed to repurchase the car. I then had the paperwork done with 3 days of that. It was actually a smooth process |
||
Appreciate
0
|
05-20-2020, 01:36 PM | #7 |
Enlisted Member
28
Rep 34
Posts |
More pix...
Just installed black grill, front trim, exhaust trim and license plate cover. Ready to roll... For anyone that is thinking about these mods, check out www.bmwpartspro.com for deals and Kiesmotorsports has install videos on YouTube here... |
06-12-2020, 01:44 PM | #8 | |||
Captain
622
Rep 785
Posts |
Quote:
__________________
2022 M440i Convertible - San Remo Green / Cognac
2021 Mazda 6 Signature - Machine Grey / Parchment 2020 M340i - Mineral White / Black - SOLD 2017 M2 - Alpine White / Black - SOLD 2001 e39 M5 - Titanium / Caramel - A "Keeper" |
|||
Appreciate
0
|
06-13-2020, 08:19 PM | #9 |
Brigadier General
1795
Rep 3,071
Posts |
Congrats! Glad you stuck with the brand after all of the challenges. The M340i is a phenomenal car. You wont be disappointed.
Nice pick up on the extended shadowline trim! |
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|