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First service didn’t go as planned.
Went in for my first service of my 18 and got told there was a rock chip on the radiator. Said it was the one for the cold air charge. Was then quoted 2,274, is this normal price? It is my first ever service with the car, so an over 2500 bill after the oil and brake fluid flush was not my ideal scenario. This is also the first bmw I have owned.
Edit 1,044 is parts radiator, an updated rock guard, Coolant, clips etc And then 1,230 for labor? The labor one seems a bit ridiculous unless there are a few very time consuming things to do. Last edited by LouK; 11-01-2022 at 05:51 PM.. |
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At least I know the dealer isn’t trying to screw me on price. We have a few reputable independent shops I’m going to reach out to and compare.
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11-02-2022, 07:53 AM | #9 |
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It is the front radiator, it's blurry but he is pointing to the hole. It's behind the drivers side grille near the m5 badge
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11-02-2022, 08:17 AM | #10 |
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So the main radiator. I had the AC condenser replaced in mine, the middle one, and it was about the same cost.
Also, FYI https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...r/17118043655/ |
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11-02-2022, 08:19 AM | #11 |
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Could you claim that under your auto insurance? Not sure what kind of coverage or deductible do you have. But I would think that a rock hitting your car and damaging your radiator could be claimed under comprehensive, kind like the windshield. Just a thought.
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Interesting! Definitely interested to hear if OP tries this and if it's deemed a valid claim to be covered.
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That is a TINY hole to cause that much damage and expense. Sorry to hear this, OP. Hope it gets resolved soon!
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Just got off the phone with insurance, they said this would fall under comprehensive and be covered. Now I just need to decide if I file the claim will the savings I get now be worth it if my rates go up
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That is good to hear and I kind of expected they would. I don't think this would make your insurance rate go up, because of the amount ($) of damage. That amount should not justify an increase in rate from your insurance.
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As for pricing, they are taking you for a bit of a ride on the part cost (unless the rockguard is making up for the additional $$): https://parts.bmwofsouthatlanta.com/...8043655?c=az0x Labor looks to be about right though, its a 5 hour job at BMW 200+ an hour rates. Not to difficult to do if you decide to tackle yourself, you will need a coolant vacuum refill unit however. Last edited by Sophisticated Redneck; 11-05-2022 at 11:45 AM.. |
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In case anyone wants to see what the new guard looks like. https://www.sseuroparts.com/en/produ...741575-8741575 Last edited by LouK; 11-06-2022 at 11:36 AM.. |
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Just took a look at my grille and my 2020 already has that plastic grill attached.
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