BMW subframe goodwill coming to an end...?

Heisenburg · 17-11-2013, 10:56 AM

Guys,

Just a heads-up here...I have been in touch with Elms bodyshop in Stansted about some paintwork and wandered onto the subject of subframe repairs. They told me that BMW will not be 'entertaining' any more claims in the new year. That is, all repairs must be completed and invoiced to BMW before this year is out. Now, I know this can't be fully true because I know some of you guys are booked in for repairs in January and beyond.

Anyone else able to shed some light on this...?

plumber vic · 17-11-2013, 11:07 AM

Booked in 23rd December

Neil M · 17-11-2013, 11:16 AM

If it's going in for paint, have it checked out by Gareth and if needed, book it in for the subframe fix!

Then it's on the books as a to-do, demand exceeds supply if it comes to arguing the case!

Heisenburg · 17-11-2013, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Neil M

If it's going in for paint, have it checked out by Gareth and if needed, book it in for the subframe fix!

Then it's on the books as a to-do, demand exceeds supply if it comes to arguing the case!

Gareth has already had a look at mine and all is good

Just wouldn't mind knowing how BMW will continue to deal with this issue.

LeinsCSL · 17-11-2013, 11:36 AM

Mine was all good too, which is why I got it strengthened as a preventative measure myself

Figas · 17-11-2013, 12:09 PM

I had mine pulled forward by Elms as BMW now requires the work to be started before the 10 year anniversary.

Originally booked in for the 2nd December it was pulled forward to the beginning of November as a result.

I wouldn't be surprised if they are trying to draw a line under this and limit their liability.

Figas

Heisenburg · 17-11-2013, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by LeinsCSL

Mine was all good too, which is why I got it strengthened as a preventative measure myself

I've seen your repair with MProve on here. Looks a tidy job. I'd say I will go down this route eventually...just not on my immediate radar at the moment. Going to see what Elms can offer when I'm in with them next week...otherwise I'll touch base with your guys in the new year.

**CraigMillwardCroft** · 17-11-2013, 05:56 PM

So if your car is not 10 years old until next year does that still not get covered.

Heisenburg · 17-11-2013, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by CraigMillwardCroft

So if your car is not 10 years old until next year does that still not get covered.

That's what I took form what they said. But, then again, I see some repairs are booked in for the new year??

Bounce · 17-11-2013, 06:31 PM

Not that I've got one,but what about stock E46 M3s,some of these are 06 plates.

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Figas S2 - Picking it up Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Aberdeen, Scotland Posts: 46 Casino cash: $11173	I had mine pulled forward by Elms as BMW now requires the work to be started before the 10 year anniversary. Originally booked in for the 2nd December it was pulled forward to the beginning of November as a result. I wouldn't be surprised if they are trying to draw a line under this and limit their liability. Figas

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CraigMillwardCroft CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Marlow Posts: 3,973 Casino cash: $18153	So if your car is not 10 years old until next year does that still not get covered.

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Bounce CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Cornwall Posts: 7,057 Casino cash: $35793	Not that I've got one,but what about stock E46 M3s,some of these are 06 plates.