Protection packages for 2018 M3

[MTP335]

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Hi All,

Picking up my new 2018 M3 comp pkg (manual) this weekend. Im super excited.

The dealer is asking if want to add any more protection packages. Curious your opinions on the below. I'm in nyc and leasing this car.

Also, were any of you successful in negotiating these costs?

1) Maintenance upgrade to FULL (includes Brakes (pads, discs, rotors), wipers, engine belts and Manual Clutches) for 3yr/36k miles=$640 + Tax.
* 2017 BMWs still come with Free Maintenance for 3yrs or 36k miles (whichever comes first), but NO LONGER INCLUDES Brakes (pads, discs, rotors), Wipers, Engine Belts and Manual Clutches.

2) Tire & Wheel Protection (3y rs) = $1,895 + Tax
* Unlimited Tire Replacements for your Runflat Tires (as run flats can't be repaired) due to bubbles, flats, punctures, etc... $0 deductible
* Unlimited Rim Repair or Replacements if they are bent, cracked, damaged due to road hazards (potholes, etc)... $0 deductible
* 4-cosmetic repairs (due to curb rash)... $0 deductible

3) Lease End Wear & Tear = $899 + Tax
* Covers up to $5k in wear & tear charges at the end of your lease (vehicle must be inspected by BMWFS' 3rd party inspection service)

4) Xzilon 3yr/Unlimited miles=$895 + Tax
*Covers stains on your interior and exterior finish, dings and dents (does not cover bumpers)and scratches on the rims unlimited amount of claims.

Thanks!

[Jaymax85]

Pass on them all

[T1M3LESS]

You can get the maintenance package for $350..

Just saying.. It's been done.

[Aaaaaaaaa]

Unlikely you will need #1 if leasing and returning and not tracking the car. Pass on #4 completely. #2 and #3 may be worth depending on how horrible your roads are (likely since NYC) and if you have to park outside etc.

[RickFLM4]

Originally Posted by pheerlx

Unlikely you will need #1 if leasing and returning and not tracking the car. Pass on #4 completely. #2 and #3 may be worth depending on how horrible your roads are (likely since NYC) and if you have to park outside etc.

This and adding run flats CAN be repaired, but it is irrelvant because your M will not have run flats on it. Some BMW dealers will not repair any tires, run flat or otherwise, so tire repairs without the policy may require going elsewhere.

[Clark_Kent]

Originally Posted by HELLOimJ

Pass on them all

+1

[bmrwrld]

BIG NO!!!!!

[MTP335]

Do you guys think my clutch will burn out before 36k miles?

I dont track or drive too crazy..

[AIRHEIR]

Originally Posted by MTP335

Do you guys think my clutch will burn out before 36k miles?

I dont track or drive too crazy..

NO IT WONT..had 3 M3 Manuals and not once clutch had to be changed. Drove 1 car 70K miles another one 50K miles and last one 22 K miles

Unless u dont know how to drive stick your clutch will last.

[///M4ster Yoda]

Hell to the NO!

These "packages" are just money making schemes for the dealerships

[Nikolas]

Another no here. The one that always surprises me is wheel tire insurance. If you damage either, your regular insurance will cover it. So you need to weigh your deductible along with the odds of an incident with the cost of the tire/wheel insurance. Always seems like a waste to me.

[Thescout13]

Originally Posted by tim3less2

You can get the maintenance package for $350..

Just saying.. It's been done.

Correct. Just signed my lease last night and got the maintenance package for roughly $375

[espressoo]

Originally Posted by Thescout13

Correct. Just signed my lease last night and got the maintenance package for roughly $375

What's the standard "free" maintenance that comes with 2018 vehicles and what does your $3xx one include on top of it? How do you get it for that price if it's usually hundreds more?

[Habber]

I like the wheel and tire package, especially if you?re running 20?s. They cost a fortune and it pays off if you use it once or twice.

[MTP335]

Has anyone negotiated the other packages?

[ilia]

It depends on your situation/driving etc.
I purchased 2 and 4 because my wife is able to drive the car and I don't want her to worry about the 20's in pothole filled Chicagoland. The interior protection package was most appealing because my son tends to get car sick without warning and vomit stains/smell would diminish my desire to drive it. I'm also counting on him not regurgitating in the car since I bought this package. On the other hand I passed on the maintenance package because I don't drive a lot. Hope this helps your decision. Congratulations on the purchase as well!

[Aaaaaaaaa]

Originally Posted by espressoo

What's the standard "free" maintenance that comes with 2018 vehicles and what does your $3xx one include on top of it? How do you get it for that price if it's usually hundreds more?

It?s all right there in the OP. Also on the configurator if you want to read all the official fine print. These packages can be negotiated.

[Thescout13]

Originally Posted by espressoo

What's the standard "free" maintenance that comes with 2018 vehicles and what does your $3xx one include on top of it? How do you get it for that price if it's usually hundreds more?

Stand free is just oil changes.

The package includes brakes (we track a lot), wipers, and etc.