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Old 03-20-2006, 11:29 PM   #1
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Default Recommended maintenance for my TI

Hi everyone! I just purchased a 1996 ti with 98k miles from a small auto dealer here in Brooklyn, New York. I want to bring the car in for a “check-up” to ensure things are in good working order. I called the local BMW dealer and they want to charge me $1100 for an Inspection II, more than half that for an Inspection I! I spent $4500 on the car and I think spending $1100 on a “check-up” is a bit much. Can anyone recommend a cheaper alternative? Any common problems that I should be looking out for?

I found this site http://www.bimmerzone.com/inspection.htm. They seem to believe that a reasonable price for an Inspection II is $400 - $500.

Thanks in advance for the assistance!
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Old 03-21-2006, 12:10 AM   #2
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do you have the space and ability to do service yourself?

for sure $1100 is crazy. if you can't do the service yourself, i would try to find a good independent bmw mechanic in the area. perhaps some people from around there can help you out.
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Old 03-21-2006, 12:10 AM   #3
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I would ask to see the last smog check results, that baby will tell all! (if you send me the results I can tell you what to look for.) Then if you know anyone with a code reader, check to see if the OBC is monitoring any past errors. If the dealer was smart he would have erased them, but you never know. Then if you look at that check list, and look at the check list you get when you go to a Jiffy Lube or other place that changes your oil, they check for the same thing! Getting your car realigned! They will check for brake fuild leaks, brake pads, etc... So tops you might spend is $70.00 for an alignement, $30.00 oil and filter change. The only thing you may have to check is the spark plugs. The rest can be check off by a tire center like Sears for a realignedment and Midas for oil change will get 95% of that check list at a 1/4 of the price. Food for thought.

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Old 03-21-2006, 12:45 AM   #4
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Was it the dealer on the westside, something like 52nd? They're notorious for gouging.

Most of the inspection is literally inspection, just looking at problem areas with a mind towards preventative maintenance. There are a few parts that need changed, but max $100 in part costs.
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I agree! Hummm, you may have a leak here, looks good there!" like Aceyx stated they are just looking.

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Was it the dealer on the westside, something like 52nd? They're notorious for gouging.

Most of the inspection is literally inspection, just looking at problem areas with a mind towards preventative maintenance. There are a few parts that need changed, but max $100 in part costs.
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Old 03-21-2006, 02:22 AM   #6
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Yes, I received the quote from the dealer on the Westside, the one on 11th ave. People are crazy to spend $1100 on the "inspection", then probably $2000 in repairs that are not needed. Then again there are a lot of people in Manhattan with a ton of cash to spend... unfortunately I'm not one of them.

Printing the list and handing to a repair person is a great idea!

I'll try to get a copy of the smog test from the dealer. I'll send it over when I get it in hand. Thanks!!
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Old 03-21-2006, 09:12 AM   #7
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I posted the inspection-II check list in the KB section...
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Old 03-21-2006, 09:40 AM   #8
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ive just been quoted £116 for an Oil service. that was from an independant garage near me. if this about right? i dont want to get stitched up as i need some suspention work done as well. (its been 8000 miles since its last Oil service according to the service book)
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jeez dave! thats a rip off imo. my garage only charge £80 and they check the entire car over too for any other issues aswell.

however, i am cutting back this year on funds, so plan to do it myself
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however, i am cutting back this year on funds, so plan to do it myself
Do you need a Bentley service manual Stormos?
I have a .pdf if you want it
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Old 03-22-2006, 06:03 PM   #11
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i got the pdf one too....

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halek, i could do with that. how much for a copy?
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free of charge i'd imagine. but you'd need some way of transfering it. its about 70 mb i think....
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92mb.. PM me your address Dave & I'll post you a copy
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we need an ftp server....
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