Mass dealer service with mods?

YianniM3 · 06-23-2011, 08:26 AM

hey guys i recenlty got a 2011 335i i posted a link with pictures in the photo section heres the link.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=548382

I was wondering if any of the dealerships bother you when you take your car in for service when you have performance mods. Im thinking of getting dp's and intake and im kinda worried about being bothered at the dealer. Will they even know that i have after market downpipes on the car. The cars brand new i have 400 miles on it so far.

JeffL · 06-23-2011, 08:33 AM

They will probably notice the DP's. When I had my 335 they would always note "aftermarket suspension" on the work orders. Car had coilovers. They never said anything but it was always noted.

kardboard · 06-23-2011, 09:23 AM

All depends on your dealership. Some will excuse intakes but others will void your warranty because of your downpipes. (I think downpipes even throw a CEL.) Your parts will not be "missed" or "overlooked" by the dealerships. They will be noted and if ever your turbo fries they may blame it on your down pipes.

Other dealerships like where I bought my WRX did warranty work knowing I had a custom tune.

My advice is to feel your dealership out. I know my SA has a tuned 335i so I need to talk to him a bit before I order my Accessport.

Also... Use the search engine.

YianniM3 · 06-23-2011, 10:18 AM

my dealer is herb chambers in boston and i know alot of modded cars go there because its in boston but idk what kind of mods they have.

I also know know two of the SA's there very well

YianniM3 · 06-23-2011, 10:19 AM

Do you guys think its too soon to be doing performance mods?

MassBimmer · 06-23-2011, 12:36 PM

Personally I would wait a bit until the engine breaks in before doing any performance related mods, that's just me though.

Overall, it completely depends on your dealer. I take mine to Wagner in Shrewsbury for service and they love my car, they compliment me every time I'm in and want to see it. Never had an issue at all.

danilloe90 · 06-24-2011, 11:46 AM

Herb Chambers over at Sudbury never gave me any issues on the mods. The only thing to consider is that they can "legally" void all the warranties in the car if you remove emission devices aka cats. Even things that are not directly associated with the mod itself can be voided at that point. Do some research on-line over the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act under Section 2302 and know your rights!

I went in the other day to get my headlight which was physically broken which makes it "out of warranty" (one of the flaps broke on the back by someone other than me) and they still managed to get BMW to goodwill the thing and I had to pay very little for a part that would have cost me over 1,500. See Adam Silva if issues do come up. Great guy

YianniM3 · 07-09-2011, 08:13 AM

BUMP

YianniM3 · 07-09-2011, 08:14 AM

does anyone go to herb chambers in boston with downpipes and stuff like that?

3ThirtyWhiteOut · 07-11-2011, 10:55 AM

think i have to go in for a fuel pump got the p2aff code recently. hope just uninstalling the tune will help me with getting this under warranty..

Beefy42 · 07-11-2011, 01:26 PM

I've been to Chambers' in Boston with my eisenmann race and then with the akra evo. They haven't voided anything to the best of my knowledge.

TL · 07-11-2011, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by nixta325

my dealer is herb chambers in boston and i know alot of modded cars go there because its in boston but idk what kind of mods they have.

I also know know two of the SA's there very well

just wondering if you're close to the SA (service advisor), why don't you ask them

SO__USA · 07-12-2011, 08:50 AM

Don't do it, you car is already sahhweet! Do like OEM performance mods through the dealer if any.. But that's all my opinion and if anything I'd say wait like Massbimmer!

EastCoastE90 · 11-15-2011, 12:00 PM

As MassBimmer said, I'd recommend waiting as well. Your engine needs time to break-in and personally, I like to drive the car for what it is for a good amount of miles (~20K) before I make improvements to the cars power and performance.

Rustler · 11-15-2011, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by danilloe90

Herb Chambers over at Sudbury never gave me any issues on the mods. The only thing to consider is that they can "legally" void all the warranties in the car if you remove emission devices aka cats. Even things that are not directly associated with the mod itself can be voided at that point. Do some research on-line over the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act under Section 2302 and know your rights!

I do not believe this to be true. If something breaks on your car that would otherwise be covered under your warranty, and the dealer can attribute the failure to modifications which are in violation of the warranty, they may rightfully refuse to perform the work under warranty. However, if you have down pipes and your sunroof stops working, they cannot refuse to cover the sunroof repair. Also, Magnusson Moss provides statutory rights to consumers (and there are also massachusetts statutes that protect consumers), but your warranty is ultimately between you and the manufacturer so your first source for information about your warranty should be, (surprise here)... your warranty.

If I were to offer my 2cents on the mods question, I would certainly wait until well after break in miles for any mods. Why not enjoy the car as is for a while, then ramp it up over time? These things haul ass right out of the packaging. Finally, because of the reliability issues with these cars I'd think twice about anything you can't remove and return to stock while you wait on the side of the road for BMW assist. I have the BMW stage 1 tune and although it's overpriced I think it's a nice addition (and warrantied).

Good luck!

darkrom · 11-15-2011, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Rustler

I do not believe this to be true. If something breaks on your car that would otherwise be covered under your warranty, and the dealer can attribute the failure to modifications which are in violation of the warranty, they may rightfully refuse to perform the work under warranty. However, if you have down pipes and your sunroof stops working, they cannot refuse to cover the sunroof repair. Also, Magnusson Moss provides statutory rights to consumers (and there are also massachusetts statutes that protect consumers), but your warranty is ultimately between you and the manufacturer so your first source for information about your warranty should be, (surprise here)... your warranty.

This is 100% correct. As for waiting on mods yes and no. Depends what they are. You will be fine with new downpipes if that is all you were looking to do so far. Realistically you can do any mods you want and be fine at this point, but I don't think its a bad idea to slap some downpipes on. I would if I just got a 335

06-23-2011, 08:26 AM	#1
YianniM3 Lieutenant 107 Rep 590 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mass iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 335i [10.00]	Mass dealer service with mods? hey guys i recenlty got a 2011 335i i posted a link with pictures in the photo section heres the link. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=548382 I was wondering if any of the dealerships bother you when you take your car in for service when you have performance mods. Im thinking of getting dp's and intake and im kinda worried about being bothered at the dealer. Will they even know that i have after market downpipes on the car. The cars brand new i have 400 miles on it so far. __________________ Current:F80 M3 SB/SO Full leather, Black Wheels, Executive Package, Adaptive Suspension, Manual Sold: LeMans Blue 335i e92 Sold: JB 325xi e90
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JeffL Major 35 Rep 1,202 Posts Drives: C63 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (1)	They will probably notice the DP's. When I had my 335 they would always note "aftermarket suspension" on the work orders. Car had coilovers. They never said anything but it was always noted. __________________ no sig.
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06-23-2011, 09:23 AM	#3
kardboard Second Lieutenant 32 Rep 293 Posts Drives: 2006 M3, 2010 135i, 2004 WRX Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Texas iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 135i [6.00] 2004 WRX [8.00]	All depends on your dealership. Some will excuse intakes but others will void your warranty because of your downpipes. (I think downpipes even throw a CEL.) Your parts will not be "missed" or "overlooked" by the dealerships. They will be noted and if ever your turbo fries they may blame it on your down pipes. Other dealerships like where I bought my WRX did warranty work knowing I had a custom tune. My advice is to feel your dealership out. I know my SA has a tuned 335i so I need to talk to him a bit before I order my Accessport. Also... Use the search engine. __________________ 2006 M3: Individual Blue Onyx on Black. MT Last edited by kardboard; 06-23-2011 at 09:25 AM.. Reason: poor grammar
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YianniM3 Lieutenant 107 Rep 590 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mass iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 335i [10.00]	my dealer is herb chambers in boston and i know alot of modded cars go there because its in boston but idk what kind of mods they have. I also know know two of the SA's there very well __________________ Current:F80 M3 SB/SO Full leather, Black Wheels, Executive Package, Adaptive Suspension, Manual Sold: LeMans Blue 335i e92 Sold: JB 325xi e90
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06-23-2011, 10:19 AM	#5
YianniM3 Lieutenant 107 Rep 590 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mass iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 335i [10.00]	Do you guys think its too soon to be doing performance mods? __________________ Current:F80 M3 SB/SO Full leather, Black Wheels, Executive Package, Adaptive Suspension, Manual Sold: LeMans Blue 335i e92 Sold: JB 325xi e90
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06-23-2011, 12:36 PM	#6
MassBimmer Major General 306 Rep 7,433 Posts Drives: 2023 i4 M50 Join Date: May 2009 Location: MA iTrader: (6) Garage List 2009 BMW [9.24]	Personally I would wait a bit until the engine breaks in before doing any performance related mods, that's just me though. Overall, it completely depends on your dealer. I take mine to Wagner in Shrewsbury for service and they love my car, they compliment me every time I'm in and want to see it. Never had an issue at all.
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06-24-2011, 11:46 AM	#7
danilloe90 New Member old BMW M owner 7 Rep 85 Posts Drives: 07 335Xi Sedan Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: BASSACHUSETTS or Mass iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 335XI [0.00]	Herb Chambers over at Sudbury never gave me any issues on the mods. The only thing to consider is that they can "legally" void all the warranties in the car if you remove emission devices aka cats. Even things that are not directly associated with the mod itself can be voided at that point. Do some research on-line over the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act under Section 2302 and know your rights! I went in the other day to get my headlight which was physically broken which makes it "out of warranty" (one of the flaps broke on the back by someone other than me) and they still managed to get BMW to goodwill the thing and I had to pay very little for a part that would have cost me over 1,500. See Adam Silva if issues do come up. Great guy
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YianniM3 Lieutenant 107 Rep 590 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mass iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 335i [10.00]	BUMP __________________ Current:F80 M3 SB/SO Full leather, Black Wheels, Executive Package, Adaptive Suspension, Manual Sold: LeMans Blue 335i e92 Sold: JB 325xi e90
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07-09-2011, 08:14 AM	#9
YianniM3 Lieutenant 107 Rep 590 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mass iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 335i [10.00]	does anyone go to herb chambers in boston with downpipes and stuff like that? __________________ Current:F80 M3 SB/SO Full leather, Black Wheels, Executive Package, Adaptive Suspension, Manual Sold: LeMans Blue 335i e92 Sold: JB 325xi e90
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3ThirtyWhiteOut New Member 0 Rep 21 Posts Drives: AW 335i Join Date: May 2011 Location: Worcester, MA iTrader: (0)	think i have to go in for a fuel pump got the p2aff code recently. hope just uninstalling the tune will help me with getting this under warranty..
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07-11-2011, 01:26 PM	#11
Beefy42 New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: E93 M3 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Ma iTrader: (0)	I've been to Chambers' in Boston with my eisenmann race and then with the akra evo. They haven't voided anything to the best of my knowledge.
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07-12-2011, 08:50 AM	#13
SO__USA enthusiast 66 Rep 181 Posts Drives: F80 BSM M3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: norcal iTrader: (0)	Don't do it, you car is already sahhweet! Do like OEM performance mods through the dealer if any.. But that's all my opinion and if anything I'd say wait like Massbimmer! __________________ Dre
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11-15-2011, 12:00 PM	#14
EastCoastE90 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 42 Posts Drives: Alpine White E90 335xi Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: New England iTrader: (0)	As MassBimmer said, I'd recommend waiting as well. Your engine needs time to break-in and personally, I like to drive the car for what it is for a good amount of miles (~20K) before I make improvements to the cars power and performance.
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