[Madsen203]

Originally Posted by PunjabiM3

That is crazy that BMW one did not cover it but my non BMW extended warranty did over it. Just have to pay a $50 deductible.

What warranty? Always good to hear from folks who have had to use 3rd party warranties and were successful getting coverage.

[ledphut]

So I took my XB7 in for a cracked windshield and while talking with my SA I mentioned a clicking noise coming from the front end when parked and turning the steering wheel side to side.

Turns out the entire steering rack and ball joints needed replacing! While performing that job they also discovered that both thrust bushings were blown out so they swaped those out as well.

Total cost for both jobs would’ve been close to $15K, but thankfully it was all covered under the factory warranty!

I still ended up shelling out $3800 for the windshield, but I expect full reimbursement from the insurance company (NatGen).

We definitely need to keep an account open specifically for big repairs as I plan to keep this one long term.

[e30 4 life!]

Originally Posted by PunjabiM3

That is crazy that BMW one did not cover it but my non BMW extended warranty did over it. Just have to pay a $50 deductible.

Yup, I'm hearing the same. BMW platinum plan has more exclusions than good aftermarket warranty companies like Fidelity or in this case Gulf States. Big no for me was that laser lights ar not covered on the BMW plan either.

[sharp]

Originally Posted by ledphut

So I took my XB7 in for a cracked windshield and while talking with my SA I mentioned a clicking noise coming from the front end when parked and turning the steering wheel side to side.

Turns out the entire steering rack and ball joints needed replacing! While performing that job they also discovered that both thrust bushings were blown out so they swaped those out as well.

Total cost for both jobs would’ve been close to $15K, but thankfully it was all covered under the factory warranty!

I still ended up shelling out $3800 for the windshield, but I expect full reimbursement from the insurance company (NatGen).

We definitely need to keep an account open specifically for big repairs as I plan to keep this one long term.

What dealership did you use for the windshield replacement? I'm in Chicago area as well, and last time a called around I was able to get quotes in the $2500-$2800 neighborhood.

[ledphut]

Bill Jacobs out in Naperville. I’m not bothered as my insurance will reimburse me.

[MADBMWX5MC]

Originally Posted by PunjabiM3

The warranty I bought when we purchased the X7 from my dealer in November 2019. It is called Gulf States. I am relieved that they covered it, definitely made my day lol. I have attached some pics of my 4RS per your request. Enjoy!

Very, very nice.