Best place to buy a used BMW?

neilmcl

motorguy wrote: »

He didn't say they they were "instead of"?


More = Additional

But he's still incorrect. An AUC warranty, albeit a good thing to have, does not give you more/additional/etc statutory "rights", which was the point we were making. It'll give you extra protection, certainly but not more rights.

neilmcl

gilberto wrote: »

They are a dream to drive, but you need deep pockets to run one...

However you wouldn't have a clue about that though, would you.

motorguy

neilmcl wrote: »

But he's still incorrect. An AUC warranty, albeit a good thing to have, does not give you more/additional/etc statutory "rights", which was the point we were making. It'll give you extra protection, certainly but not more rights.

He didn't say "Statutory" though did he?

It gives your rights under the BMW sponsored Approved Used Warranty, to be able to claim through it.


That's how I interpreted it anyway.


But yes, its worth clarifying for the avoidance of doubt.

thescouselander

Get an approved used car from the dealer. BMW reliability is carp in my experience and you'll likely need the warranty.

neilmcl

motorguy wrote: »

He didn't say "Statutory" though did he?

It gives your rights under the BMW sponsored Approved Used Warranty, to be able to claim through it.


That's how I interpreted it anyway.


But yes, its worth clarifying for the avoidance of doubt.

When someone states the word "rights", most people would understand this to be rights as attributed by statute.

I think were just arguing semantics though as we all agree that an AUC warranty, particularly from BMW is much better than a TP warranty or none at all if buying from an indie.

neilmcl

thescouselander wrote: »

Get an approved used car from the dealer. BMW reliability is carp in my experience and you'll likely need the warranty.

Hasn't been in my experience of my last 10 years of BMW ownership, certainly no different to most other manufacturers.

jimjames

AdrianC wrote: »

Getting hung up on only wanting to travel a short distance (yes, 50 miles is a short distance) is a sure-fire way of crossing an awful lot of potential good deals off your list. It's a car. You cannot get a more mobile purchase than that...

It's interesting with perception of distance. I'd agree 50-60 miles is short and for the right car would travel much more than that.

But if you don't want to travel, will the main dealer move a vehicle around their group?

motorguy

jimjames wrote: »

It's interesting with perception of distance. I'd agree 50-60 miles is short and for the right car would travel much more than that.

But if you don't want to travel, will the main dealer move a vehicle around their group?

Yes - but they'll use it to weaken your bargaining position.

force_ten

jimjames wrote: »

It's interesting with perception of distance. I'd agree 50-60 miles is short and for the right car would travel much more than that.

But if you don't want to travel, will the main dealer move a vehicle around their group?

if you are brave enough to buy a car without seeing it sat on dealers forecourt BMW will do a video walk around for you and then post it online for you to view and if you buy the car many will deliver it to your door and then any problems take it to your local BMW dealers for warranty repairs

force_ten

12 month unlimited mileage BMW Warranty.

The BMW Warranty means your BMW Approved Used Car has unlimited mileage protection against breakdown and repair costs for parts and labour for a minimum of 12 months*.
We want you to have total confidence in your car, which is why the warranty is backed by BMW, not third party insurers, and even covers the battery and exhaust. The open road is waiting...

12 month BMW Roadside Assistance.

From Roadside Assistance to practical advice, you're covered in the UK and Continental Europe with BMW. We'll be right by your side when you need us, arranging car hire where necessary and redelivering your car direct to you. Should you encounter any issues when you're abroad with your BMW, our experienced team of multilingual staff are here to help. Full details of the cover are available from your BMW centre.

12 month MOT cover.

If you have an MOT test carried out within 12 months from the date of your car order (and no more than 30 days before the due MOT date), your BMW MOT cover will ensure there are no unexpected costs for necessary repairs or replacement of specified components**.

that is what BMW offer and probably one of the reasons that many are saying buy approved used