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Car issue

My daughters BMW is on PCP and was due to be returned at the end of the month with a settlement of £6.5 if she was to keep it. The engine has failed and she has been quoted £7k for repairs which will not be covered by insurance. Can anyone suggest best options?

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  • lincroft1710
    lincroft1710 Posts: 19,262 Forumite
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    How many miles covered and why has engine failed?
    If you are querying your Council Tax band would you please state whether you are in England, Scotland or Wales
  • williamc10
    williamc10 Posts: 26 Forumite
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    Hi, 75,000 miles done and the quote from the garage says “metal particles in oil requires replacement engine” . Appreciate any advice!
  • k3lvc
    k3lvc Posts: 4,174 Forumite
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    Hi, 75,000 miles done and the quote from the garage says “metal particles in oil requires replacement engine” . Appreciate any advice!
    And is the £7k a BMW price for repair or a back street dealer cost for repair ? Which model/engine/age and does it have BMW service history ?

  • How old is the car?
  • DB1904
    DB1904 Posts: 1,240 Forumite
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    Hi, 75,000 miles done and the quote from the garage says “metal particles in oil requires replacement engine” . Appreciate any advice!
    Get a second opinion if it hasn't completely failed and is a non runner. 
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