Guide on buying from PI

[Heng51]

I bought a new BMW X6 from "SG Vehicle" (PI) 10 months ago and have sent back to them when i experience some noise.

 

They tell me that it is the gear box problem & the insurance that they bought does not cover and they now say it is wear & tear.

 

They have repaired it and is asking me to pay $7000+ and if not i cannot collect my car. My car is still with them as i cannot agree wear & tear for an automatic gear box 10 months old at 40000km.

 

Can anyone advice me what can i do next?

 

Did they informed you first about the repair before they commenced repairing? And also that it would costs $7k?

[SKD6211S]

They did informed me that to replace it will cost $7000-$8000 but did not say i must pay. They say they will check on the warranty.

[Heng51]

They did informed me that to replace it will cost $7000-$8000 but did not say i must pay. They say they will check on the warranty.

 

Hmm... if i were in this sticky situation, might have stopped them from replacing or repairing until they confirmed on the warranty... If cfm no warranty, then might seek another opinion to see if it is really that expensive or whether it is due to other stuffs.

 

But it is what it is now... you might want to negotiate with them for some discounts. Best is to achieve a win-win amicably. Just my 2 cents.

[Cbx750p]

They did informed me that to replace it will cost $7000-$8000 but did not say i must pay. They say they will check on the warranty.

 

When you pay, it is water under the bridge. They will give you 1000 and 1 reasons why it is not covered under warranty. You would end up paying nevertheless.

 

When you buy PI, you must be prepared for this kind of headache. They just sell and forget.

 

Fu@k the PIs.....same old 5hit when it comes to warranty. I learnt my lesson ! Never buy from PI ! Japanese, Korean or Continental. It never pays !

Edited November 5, 2012 by Cbx750p

[Margaux]

I bought a 2007 Toyota Wish from a PI. News today reports that Toyota is recalling some of the models including Wish for a probable Steering and Water pump defects. Can any experts advise me how do i check whether is my car one of those affected and will BM do the replacement for PI cars as well?

[Francis851]

really good info, can be helpful

[Needhelpurgent]

Good one. Better know about this earlier

[Yaksh]

Thanks a lot.

[Marcusto]

Hi all,

 

I'm new to this forum and just got myself a C180 coupe, was thinking to add AMG body kit and respraying it?

 

Any reputable and reliable garage that provide these two services at a economical price?

 

Hope to hear from you all.

 

Thank you

[Jayd1]

Hi All,

 

I m Jay, Mechanical Engineer by profession and an automobile enthusiast from my early days.

I am really happy to be a part of forum.

[MeloDEE]

Thanks alot...will def remember this advice when I look 4 new car!

[Willrunning]

Please be careful of this company:

 

Ultra Speed in woodlands industrial Blk 180.

 

They are dishonest and overcharge customers. They take in cars at very low prices and sell them at very high prices. Be careful.

 

[Wt_know]

aberthen, that is expected.

 

dishonest (not telling you the whole story or truth) and cunning (the intention is very clear, is to chop you) is definitely not ...

 

Please be careful of this company:

 

Ultra Speed in woodlands industrial Blk 180.

 

They are dishonest and overcharge customers. They take in cars at very low prices and sell them at very high prices. Be careful.

Edited June 21, 2013 by Wt_know

[Jazzmeup]

Just thought I share some of my experience.

I have changed many cars over the years (from Suzuki, Toyota, honda, proton, Honda again, Beemer 318is, Honda yet again, Mitsubishi, Hyundai tasconi, Mazda rx8, Nissan xtrail, Lexus RX350, merc ML350, merc clk280, Beemer 630CI, merc cls 350, Porsche cayenne).

3 of the cars which I drove were PI cars. And all of them gave me problems.

Personally, I feel that whilst the car dealer's reputation counts, the fact that the car is a PI one, means that u must be prepared to face some issues. It's quite irritating.

But I guess that's wt happens when u want to safe a few dollars. There was once the car got gear boxissue and the workshop asked for $8000 plus for repairs. And the car had done less than 60000km n less thsn 3 years old. I made a few calls and managed to get the issue solved for less than half the price.

Btw, for Beemer and mercs, there's an adoption fee if u want the authorized agent to service ur car. $10,000 and up.

All these learning experience...

And I can definitely say that some so call good workshop may not be up to the mark for some makes.

[Jazzmeup]

And one more thing which I have learned.

If u ar going to buy a second hand car, (PI or not), ask the dealer to allow u to check the gear box. U can get a specialist to do a check if the gear box is ok. If the dealer allows u to do so, n u get the specialist to check for u at a fee, then at least u hv piece of mind. Trust me, it's worth it.

[Streamstyle]

Just thought I share some of my experience.

I have changed many cars over the years (from Suzuki, Toyota, honda, proton, Honda again, Beemer 318is, Honda yet again, Mitsubishi, Hyundai tasconi, Mazda rx8, Nissan xtrail, Lexus RX350, merc ML350, merc clk280, Beemer 630CI, merc cls 350, Porsche cayenne).

3 of the cars which I drove were PI cars. And all of them gave me problems.

Personally, I feel that whilst the car dealer's reputation counts, the fact that the car is a PI one, means that u must be prepared to face some issues. It's quite irritating.

But I guess that's wt happens when u want to safe a few dollars. There was once the car got gear boxissue and the workshop asked for $8000 plus for repairs. And the car had done less than 60000km n less thsn 3 years old. I made a few calls and managed to get the issue solved for less than half the price.

Btw, for Beemer and mercs, there's an adoption fee if u want the authorized agent to service ur car. $10,000 and up.

All these learning experience...

And I can definitely say that some so call good workshop may not be up to the mark for some makes.

 

you work as a valet huh?

 

[Jazzmeup]

Heheh...no lah bro... Not working as valet...I itchy backside...like to change cars...I do lose a bit of money when I change my cars, but better than losing at t casinos, which I used to go...

[Ric5MAllen]