Re: Any change BMW will replace Nikasil engine? (archive)

Mike, if you haven't been to the 530i.org site, I highly reccomend it. Read (the 3rd and 4th links in the right column) Brett Anderson's write up, then read the M60 engine FAQ's.

I agree with Larry that your 3rd party insurer is trying to back out of the deal. The V8/Nikisal problem was not a manufacturer recall. I'm sure you can get your local BMW dealership or BMW NA to verify that on "letterhead". Keep your chin up and try to stay cool/calm as you can. (it will be hard to do) You need people on your side...not opposing you because you come accross as an axxhole). It's time to go back into the fire!!

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91 735iL

At 92K, the engine in my 740iL gave up the ghost. Massive ring failure; oil everywhere. In the mistaken idea that my third party warranty would replace it, I authorized a mechanic to remove the heads so the warranty inspector could give it a look. $1500 later the warranty company pointed to the "no coverage for manufacturer recalls" clause in the policy and declined coverage.

I now have a headless 740 and am being told a new engine is $15,000.

Is there any change that BMW will stand by their car and replace the engine? It was given a leakdown test before I bought it and passed (according to the dealer; I never saw the results).

Any advice on how to proceed will be gratefully received.

TIA

Woe is ME

530i.org site

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