Having owned over 100 cars and trucks several German marks including BMW I ask what could it hurt to at least get an estimate from the dealer?
You’ll be assured of getting factory replacement parts and a warranty on the repair.
The old adage you get what you pay for can be reality when dealing with luxury cars.
Check the dealers reputation on line if it’s good then it couldn’t hurt to form a relationship with them.
Go to their web site and review the service writers choose one with long tenure and use him/her regularly.
Tip enough for a lunch on larger jobs. You’d be surprised how much difference they can make in the way your vehicle gets serviced.
If an independent shop has to purchase the parts from the dealer which in this case they likely will and you should insist on genuine OEM parts on job such as these to be sure they fit and function correctly.
If you intend to keep the car use your dealer on larger repairs and a reputable shop for oil and tires.
You might be surprised my dealer here offers to match prices on tires even with Tire Rack the countries largest online tire dealer.
I purchase from them and get discount coupons for service all year long.
Just some advice from someone that’s owned most all of them several times.
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Originally Posted by Graspher
Thanks for that info. Of course I know I could visit the BMW dealer in Ocala. But it’s hard to wrap my wallet around the $200 hourly rate knowing I get dental services and medical services for less then that. But then...the medical folks don’t offer a free lunch and swag during one’s visit.
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