F10 Problems (Did I get a lemon?!?)

BMWrules7 · 01-18-2014, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by misterbeemer

Get rid of that junk as soon as possible and get yourself a more reliable car that isn't in the dealership half the time. Check your lemon laws.

Here are a couple interesting videos on why not buy a Mercedes (or any used or high mileage expensive cars):
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1. That dude needs a -long- dipstick to check that oil under his fingernails.
2. This guy is a dipstick.

ezmaass · 01-18-2014, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Eric

Problem solved

Thanks everyone for your input.

For the record... the lemon was built 8/2010

Eric - assuming this means you traded and went for a 2014 535i xDrive? Looks like the "modern" line? Congratulations! I think you'll be about... 100 times happier??

Eric · 01-19-2014, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by ezmaass

Eric - assuming this means you traded and went for a 2014 535i xDrive? Looks like the "modern" line? Congratulations! I think you'll be about... 100 times happier??

Good eye! Yes - to their credit the dealer was fantastic about the entire ordeal. They traded the car back for what I paid for it and worked me a deal I couldn't refuse on a new 2014. It's got quite a bit of equipment my 2011 didn't have and no problems so far (47 miles!!)

If this one doesn't behave BMW may lose me back to Audi forever. My 2011 lemon was my second BMW nightmare. About a decade ago I had an X5 that nearly bankrupt me and I swore Id never own another Bimmer.

Third time's a charm -or- 3rd strike you're out! Time will tell which one. For now I'm feeling good.

bake · 01-19-2014, 07:52 AM

Very happy to hear you were able to get resolution and that BMW did the right thing.

ezmaass · 01-19-2014, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Eric

Good eye! Yes - to their credit the dealer was fantastic about the entire ordeal. They traded the car back for what I paid for it and worked me a deal I couldn't refuse on a new 2014. It's got quite a bit of equipment my 2011 didn't have and no problems so far (47 miles!!)

If this one doesn't behave BMW may lose me back to Audi forever. My 2011 lemon was my second BMW nightmare. About a decade ago I had an X5 that nearly bankrupt me and I swore Id never own another Bimmer.

Third time's a charm -or- 3rd strike you're out! Time will tell which one. For now I'm feeling good.

So glad it worked out for you! The car looks fantastic - love the color combo, too. Best of luck with it!

mness · 01-19-2014, 12:29 PM

That's pretty cool that you went from a 2011 to a 2014! I'm sure you'll love it.

hyperboost · 01-20-2014, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Eric

Good eye! Yes - to their credit the dealer was fantastic about the entire ordeal. They traded the car back for what I paid for it and worked me a deal I couldn't refuse on a new 2014. It's got quite a bit of equipment my 2011 didn't have and no problems so far (47 miles!!)

If this one doesn't behave BMW may lose me back to Audi forever. My 2011 lemon was my second BMW nightmare. About a decade ago I had an X5 that nearly bankrupt me and I swore Id never own another Bimmer.

Third time's a charm -or- 3rd strike you're out! Time will tell which one. For now I'm feeling good.

I am happy that everything worked out for you.

I came from Audi. It was not a lemon but it burned quite a hole in my wallet. Anyway, I wouldn't hesitate to try the new audis.

EZduzit123 · 02-24-2014, 03:03 PM

I myself drive a 2013 528i and have had many experiences just like yours. I have taken my car into the dealership numerous times.. wether it was for steering wheel malfunctions, to random service lights that would scare the crap out of me. The worst was my coolant. From a family that owns a repair shop and has mechanics, I knew these cars use coolant but not to this extant.

First time at the dealership, they refilled my coolant and said there are no leaks, no answer to why my coolant was almost dry.

Second time they refilled it again, and did another pressure test and got no answers. They just told me to keep an eye on it and to top it off when it occurs. I find that odd for an almost brand new car with 10k on it. My father suggested that the coolant might be running through the engine and possibly harming the car even more and we won't know if it is unless its taken apart. Which the dealer suggested is too much work and won't find the solution.

Ive noticed the coolant drop again but haven't taken it to the dealer, I'm assuming maybe mine might be a lemon as well? i don't know what do you guys suggest? help please.

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bake Colonel 602 Rep 2,194 Posts Drives: 2011 F10, 2013 E93 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: New York iTrader: (9)	Very happy to hear you were able to get resolution and that BMW did the right thing. __________________ *Bake* 2011 Alpine White on Black 535i M-Sport 2013 Space Gray on Fox Red M3 Vert
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mness Second Lieutenant 60 Rep 214 Posts Drives: 2013 535iM Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Marin, CA iTrader: (0)	That's pretty cool that you went from a 2011 to a 2014! I'm sure you'll love it. __________________ 2013 535i M-Sport: Carbon Black with Oyster/Black Dakota, SAT, Driver Assistance Pkg, Premium Pkg, Multi-Contour Heated Seats, Navigation, H/K stereo. Michelin Pilot Sport 4S non-runflats, M5 grille, Painted reflectors from IND.
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EZduzit123 New Member 2 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 2013 528i Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Glendale CA iTrader: (0)	I myself drive a 2013 528i and have had many experiences just like yours. I have taken my car into the dealership numerous times.. wether it was for steering wheel malfunctions, to random service lights that would scare the crap out of me. The worst was my coolant. From a family that owns a repair shop and has mechanics, I knew these cars use coolant but not to this extant. First time at the dealership, they refilled my coolant and said there are no leaks, no answer to why my coolant was almost dry. Second time they refilled it again, and did another pressure test and got no answers. They just told me to keep an eye on it and to top it off when it occurs. I find that odd for an almost brand new car with 10k on it. My father suggested that the coolant might be running through the engine and possibly harming the car even more and we won't know if it is unless its taken apart. Which the dealer suggested is too much work and won't find the solution. Ive noticed the coolant drop again but haven't taken it to the dealer, I'm assuming maybe mine might be a lemon as well? i don't know what do you guys suggest? help please.
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