Sod waiting till the weekend, I'm checking this as soon as I finish work.......I thought Coop paranoia was reserved for Fiat Coupes (I'm allowed to say that, I've owned one!) not BMW M Coupes!!!
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Mansfa and Wav...Any updates on this?
It would be really helpful for owners that suffer this problem in the future, if more info could be posted relating to the out come of the FOC claims thus far. Specifically cars that are out of the AUC cover.
I'm sure there must be a goodwill code that is applied to this fault - if so it would be good to post it on this thread. Perhaps even a scan of the paperwork / invoice confirming that the work has been done as goodwill.
If BMW have done it once, then they have set a precident.Last edited by h4pry; 19-06-2008, 11:00 AM.Out: 99 S50 Titan Silver V876 KKO
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Due to the importance of this thread and its relevance to most MC owners I am going to sticky it for a few weeks so that it can be suitably updated.
Hopefully we'll be able to add it to Coupe Fan's thread regarding successfull warranty claims.
CheersLast edited by h4pry; 19-06-2008, 11:02 AM.Out: 99 S50 Titan Silver V876 KKO
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Update 19/06:
BMW dont seem to think that the welds have failed on the bootfloor, erm, I saw three that have....?
They have obviously found a raft of other faults:
-Clutch, worn out (replaced 7000 miles ago)
-new shocks (I dont concur)
-new top mounts, front and rear (replaced 3000 miles ago)
they were still compling the list, in short the car is unroadworthly, despite it undergoing a suspension overhaul 3000 miles ago - cowboys?
Am going to have word with the service bloke when he gets back to me.
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Originally posted by mansfa View PostUpdate 19/06:
BMW dont seem to think that the welds have failed on the bootfloor, erm, I saw three that have....?
They have obviously found a raft of other faults:
-Clutch, worn out (replaced 7000 miles ago)
-new shocks (I dont concur)
-new top mounts, front and rear (replaced 3000 miles ago)
they were still compling the list, in short the car is unroadworthly, despite it undergoing a suspension overhaul 3000 miles ago - cowboys?
Am going to have word with the service bloke when he gets back to me.
Where about are you based ? I know a few decent BMW garages in my area that are very good.Ex 2001 S54
New cars:
Lotus Carlton
350Z
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Originally posted by mansfa View PostCentral london....
would appreciate any suggestions of BMW dealers with experience of this car - these guys arent inspiring confidence.
Jez1998 Cosmos Black - Not quite standard ...
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Originally posted by mansfa View PostGive him his due he was precise in his quotations, which rapidly crept up...i'll have him fix a few minor things and then take the car to Hexagon for a second opinion....Out: 99 S50 Titan Silver V876 KKO
In: 98 S50 Estoril.......
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Originally posted by mansfa View PostCentral london....
would appreciate any suggestions of BMW dealers with experience of this car - these guys arent inspiring confidence.Last edited by MGR; 19-06-2008, 06:38 PM.Ex 2001 S54
New cars:
Lotus Carlton
350Z
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Evening gents,
Well, you can add me to the growing list...
I checked on Friday after reading this thread. My diff bracket looks ok (not cracked) but my boot floor is being pulled down by the diff, spot welds have failed and the floor panel is starting to tear. See link to picture:
http://img385.imageshack.us/my.php?i...otfloorgn6.jpg
I went to BMW Stratstone Milton Keynes and spoke to the 'Bodyshop Advisor' - nice guy and seemed to be on my side, I made it clear that I was aiming for a 'good will' repair by bmw uk. The outcome was that the regional manager would have a look at it on 23rd July and give me a decision, idealy it would be sooner.
So, in short......I need ammo
Wav, mansfa, vaninblack, nemesis please can you forward information from your experiences, it would be much appreciated. Job numbers, dealerships, names of bmw employees you have dealt with. etc.
craig dot gardiner at forceindiaf1 dot com
I'll be sure to update you with any progress.
Many thanks,
CraigImola S50 1999
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I am most definitely no expert but that looks like it has been welded before.Strongstrut CL front brace-Yellowstuff pads/Castrol SRF race brake fluid-Rogue top mounts/Rear support bushes-H&R ARBs-Whiteline droplinks-Bilstein Sport shockers-H&R Springs-Black Halo Angel Eye headlight units-Sachs lightweight flywheel/matching clutch-Supersprint exhaust/race catalysers-BBS RSGTs with Falkens-K&N High Flow Air Filter-Recaro Pole Position seats - Exdos mod - ACS flippers
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