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06-10-2011, 08:47 AM | #69 |
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Here is the latest....
The current estimate is 40k. about 32k of that is just the engine and labor for the engine alone. So..... The insurance company doesnt believe BMWs word that the car needs a new engine. So this morning they are going to run the engine to test it and see if there are any problems. If the engine is still good, then they are just going to fix the car; however, if the engine is bad then they are going to total it and cut me a check. That is the way it is looking right now. My concern is this, how much testing can they really do on a car that isnt drivable?! I mean really. They are just going to let the engine run for 5 min sitting there and if it doesnt make any noises or shut off then they will say it is good? I am going to get reassurance that if they choose to fix the car and then I get on the freeway and the engine shits on me that they will replace it! Either way, I am dying without my car! I even seen a sparkling graphite E92 M3 on the freeway yesterday and had to chase it!
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06-10-2011, 09:10 AM | #70 |
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wow, what insurance company do you use Andre? How the heck do they know if an engine is good or bad, they aren't the manufacturer. Bunch of idiots, if there are metal shavings in the oil, the engine has been compromised. I'd throw a fit if they say it's good and get a second opinion or push to have BMW NA say it's not good. Sounds pretty suspect man, the engine is clearly not in good health at this point.
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06-10-2011, 09:22 AM | #71 |
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Sounds like you are in the middle of a pissing contest between the dealer and your insurance company. Sucks. I would ask them to do compression and leak down tests, as well as inspect the cylinder walls with a borescope. If you plan on keeping the car for the long haul, what assurance will they give you that if the engine fails at a later date, it will be taken care of? I can tell you right now that if anything happens under warranty to that engine, the warranty claim will be DENIED! Sticky, sticky mess...
If they end up totaling the car pm me a price for the front splitters and rear spoiler please To be continued...(insert dramatic "Buhm Buhm Buhhhhm" here) |
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06-10-2011, 10:01 AM | #74 |
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Sid, who is your insurance company?
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06-10-2011, 10:09 AM | #75 |
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USAA, They are usually very good about everything but in this instance, they are kinda being a pain because it is so much money.
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06-10-2011, 10:23 AM | #76 | |
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06-10-2011, 10:53 AM | #77 |
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They are probably just going to make sure that it doesn't make any noises and that it gets up to normal operating temperature.
I recently just had a monte carlo that snapped the CV joint and tossed it into the oil filter. Customer noticed smoke from the engine bay and pulled it over to the side of the road, got out and looked for damages. Got the car towed to my work and the advisor drove it to the rear parking lot without any oil in it. I replaced parts and put in oil and the thing ran fine. Who knows how long the car ran without any oil inside the engine. But, based on what I have seen, I don't think they are going to replace the engine. Just my thought. Keep in mind how many insurance companies I deal with on a daily basis and I know for a fact that they will only replace something that is visually broken or obnoxiously loud enough for them to hear. |
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06-10-2011, 11:19 AM | #80 |
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If it gets totaled, I'd say it's time to switch brands. Time for a GTR or C63 or CTS-V or something that is different.
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BTW, I noticed that an S4 wasent on your list of suggestions
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06-10-2011, 11:35 AM | #82 |
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Because that's what I have... I'd suggest it but I think you are more of a coupe guy. I am too but I just tried the 4 door for a couple years to see how I like it. S5 is sweet but that V8 is underpowered at this altitide and until they put my engine in it I wasn't to sold on it (and it was 10 grand more), maybe wait for the RS5 haha... just a bit spendy for that one, I think they are starting at $105 grand
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06-10-2011, 12:23 PM | #84 |
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Hmm, so many choices. CTS-V 560hp, you won't be running 15's in that
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06-10-2011, 12:25 PM | #85 |
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Maybe I will go test drive one. Although, I doubt the will let me when I roll up in my 2004 Dodge Dakota.
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06-10-2011, 12:39 PM | #86 |
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If you're open to Mustangs, what about the Boss 302? Faster around Laguna Seca than the M3, which is remarkable considering Ford still uses a solid axle in the rear.
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06-10-2011, 12:40 PM | #87 |
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Apparently you can tune those very very easily to have some massive HP numbers. After all it is supercharged. Vincent knows some of the mods.
One thing, of course the Caddy isn't an M3 but I bet that power is just addictive. |
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