Warranty

AC792 · 07-21-2015, 09:16 PM

Hey Guys!

I just purchased a 2012 F30 335i with 39,875 miles on it. I am the second owner and I purchased it from a Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep dealership. According to the Carfax it still has 11 months of warranty left. The Carfax shows that it was first sold and registered on 06/18/2012 -- would this be the in service date?

If anything, I'll just call BMW tomorrow to verify.

Thanks,
Anthony

marlin2911 · 07-22-2015, 08:18 AM

I would say yes - the in service date is normally the day that the vehicle was first sold and registered.

tex2670 · 07-22-2015, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by AC792

Hey Guys!

I just purchased a 2012 F30 335i with 39,875 miles on it. I am the second owner and I purchased it from a Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep dealership. According to the Carfax it still has 11 months of warranty left. The Carfax shows that it was first sold and registered on 06/18/2012 -- would this be the in service date?

If anything, I'll just call BMW tomorrow to verify.

Thanks,
Anthony

Assuming the CarFax is accurate, that would be the original in-service date. But confirming with BMW would be wise.

CalCarNut · 07-22-2015, 12:46 PM

^ this.

CarFax means squat. Don't rely on this service for 100% accuracy to decide on a car.

rking117 · 07-22-2015, 12:52 PM

BMW can give you the in service date but it is the day it is first sold.

tturedraider · 07-22-2015, 04:01 PM

If the car was a demo or a loaner the in-service date can be three months or more before the retail sale date.

Billfitz · 07-22-2015, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by tex2670

Assuming the CarFax is accurate...

Carfax is accurate with regards to the date of initial registration, as that's gleaned from state DMV data bases, but the original owner might have driven around for days or even weeks on temporary plates before he registered it. Only BMW and the original selling dealer know when he took delivery.

Thumper333 · 07-22-2015, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Billfitz

Carfax is accurate with regards to the date of initial registration, as that's gleaned from state DMV data bases, but the original owner might have driven around for days or even weeks on temporary plates before he registered it. Only BMW and the original selling dealer know when he took delivery.

Very true, here in CO we get 60 days to complete the registration. And as was mentioned, if it was a demo that would change things as well.

CalCarNut · 07-22-2015, 04:41 PM

I was referring more to the crash/repair history which is what most people are looking for when they purchase a car..not necessarily the day in service unless it's a warranty question. In this instance (crashes reported), CarFax is lacking. If a car is wrecked and fixed by the owner and not reported, it isn't in any database, etc. Even if it is run through insurance, Carfax' record is spotty at best. Best bet is BMW for most information

Billfitz · 07-22-2015, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCalDave

Even if it is run through insurance, Carfax' record is spotty at best.

Carfax reports what's on record. When I sold a car a few years back the prospective buyer did a Carfax based on the fact that the free preliminary report showed fourteen entries.

After he ponied up the fee he was rewarded with the full report that showed the dates of the initial registration, six renewals and seven state inspections.

AC792 · 07-28-2015, 07:59 AM

I called and confirmed with BMW that it is valid until 6/28/2016 or 10,000 more miles!

philipm785 · 07-28-2015, 08:40 AM

Good to hear and congrats on the car. I just did something similar (CPO 2012 F30 335i) and am really enjoying the experience. Hope yours gives you good service and lots of smiles!

Don't forget to call BMW and get the Assist set up with your name, details, and preferred service center. Since it's under warranty, you should still have free access to the Assist features.

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AC792 Lieutenant 60 Rep 541 Posts Drives: 2012 F30 335i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Milwaukee, WI iTrader: (4)	Warranty - In service date Hey Guys! I just purchased a 2012 F30 335i with 39,875 miles on it. I am the second owner and I purchased it from a Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep dealership. According to the Carfax it still has 11 months of warranty left. The Carfax shows that it was first sold and registered on 06/18/2012 -- would this be the in service date? If anything, I'll just call BMW tomorrow to verify. Thanks, Anthony __________________ Now: 2012 F30 335i / 6MT / JB4 / ER Catless DP Sold: 2010 Jeep GC SRT8 Sold: 2007 E90 335i / 6MT / JB4 / Vishnu Exhaust / VMR 710 19" / BMS DCI / HKS Blow Off Valve / Tinted Tails / Clutch Stop
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AC792 Lieutenant 60 Rep 541 Posts Drives: 2012 F30 335i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Milwaukee, WI iTrader: (4)	I called and confirmed with BMW that it is valid until 6/28/2016 or 10,000 more miles! __________________ Now: 2012 F30 335i / 6MT / JB4 / ER Catless DP Sold: 2010 Jeep GC SRT8 Sold: 2007 E90 335i / 6MT / JB4 / Vishnu Exhaust / VMR 710 19" / BMS DCI / HKS Blow Off Valve / Tinted Tails / Clutch Stop
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philipm785 Second Lieutenant 81 Rep 247 Posts Drives: 2016 550i Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	Good to hear and congrats on the car. I just did something similar (CPO 2012 F30 335i) and am really enjoying the experience. Hope yours gives you good service and lots of smiles! Don't forget to call BMW and get the Assist set up with your name, details, and preferred service center. Since it's under warranty, you should still have free access to the Assist features.
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