[EnlightenedOne]

Dealer was telling me that the only reason to get the base Ultimate Care+ plan is because it covers the brakes which can be around $3000 to replace. Is this true? Is it really a “deal” to pay for the extra maintenance just so you don’t have to pay for the brakes later?

[noname]

I’ve had front and rear replaced separate times. Well worth it imo. Ended up needing valve cover gasket done too.

[EnlightenedOne]

Originally Posted by noname

I’ve had front and rear replaced separate times. Well worth it imo. Ended up needing valve cover gasket done too.

I assume valve cover is under the regular warranty. In my case it’s just a matter of if it’s worth $800 to add the brake maintenance to the regular warranty since I think that and wiper blades is about all the “plus” would add to the warranty.

[Dan B]

Originally Posted by EnlightenedOne

Dealer was telling me that the only reason to get the base Ultimate Care+ plan is because it covers the brakes which can be around $3000 to replace. Is this true? Is it really a “deal” to pay for the extra maintenance just so you don’t have to pay for the brakes later?

I opted for it to purchase it. The cost of the plan was less than the scheduled brake services. Made it a pretty easy decision.

[prostcfc]

I bought it, but didn't need to do brakes before it expired. So it wasn't worth it for me, despite 3 oil changes and maybe some wipers.

[EnlightenedOne]

Originally Posted by prostcfc

I bought it, but didn't need to do brakes before it expired. So it wasn't worth it for me, despite 3 oil changes and maybe some wipers.

That’s what I’m afraid of… you basically paid for the wipers since the oil changes already come with the car anyways.

[Dan B]

Originally Posted by prostcfc

I bought it, but didn't need to do brakes before it expired. So it wasn't worth it for me, despite 3 oil changes and maybe some wipers.

I kind of feel like the opposite of most people. I really enjoy perfect threshold braking more than acceleration. I expect I will need pads sooner than later.

[prostcfc]

Originally Posted by EnlightenedOne

That’s what I’m afraid of… you basically paid for the wipers since the oil changes already come with the car anyways.

Oil changes come with the car? Is that dealer to dealer? Thought you needed the maintenance plan for that.

[EnlightenedOne]

Originally Posted by prostcfc

Oil changes come with the car? Is that dealer to dealer? Thought you needed the maintenance plan for that.

All new BMWs (at least in the US) come with 3 years/36,000 miles of "Ultimate Care" included. You can then buy "Ultimate Care+" to add the wiper blades and brakes. The included plan covers engine oil, cabin air filter, engine air filter, etc.

[prostcfc]

Originally Posted by EnlightenedOne

All new BMWs (at least in the US) come with 3 years/36,000 miles of "Ultimate Care" included. You can then buy "Ultimate Care+" to add the wiper blades and brakes. The included plan covers engine oil, cabin air filter, engine air filter, etc.

Ah, ok. That flew over my head in the finance room. Still probably would have bought the plan since I expected to drive more, but next time I won't.

[GOLFFRR]

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[GOLFFRR]

Heard there was an issue with the link above.

This one should work hopefully
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[dougiesg]

Originally Posted by GOLFFRR

Heard there was an issue with the link above.

This one should work hopefully
https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1670964

I have a question so mine just expired but it’s telling me I can still buy the ultimate +3 and 4

But I also already bought the easy care \ total care extended warranty through bmw . So my question my car just passed 4 years and a month am I am to purchase it still

[GOLFFRR]

Originally Posted by dougiesg

I have a question so mine just expired but it’s telling me I can still buy the ultimate +3 and 4

But I also already bought the easy care \ total care extended warranty through bmw . So my question my car just passed 4 years and a month am I am to purchase it still

sorry for the slight delay on the return I would shoot Christine a quick email and let her know your mileage and your vin number and she can let you know what your specific situation has available to you and then you can decide what you want to do. that's the best way to go about it

[dougiesg]

Originally Posted by GOLFFRR

sorry for the slight delay on the return I would shoot Christine a quick email and let her know your mileage and your vin number and she can let you know what your specific situation has available to you and then you can decide what you want to do. that's the best way to go about it

Thanks will do