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Would "SPIF" include warranty repairs? (archive)
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Posted by MCG on May 03, 2000 at 11:00:11:

In Reply to: Re: V-8 engine problems posted by Kenny O on May 02, 2000 at 15:49:43:

Warranty repairs cost BMW money. Maybe "spif" might be for service (Inspection I&II) and out of warranty repairs.


: Just bought a 95 530i with 75K and it idles smooth as butter. Did my research beforehand and was able to get a sweet deal from the seller($20k)based on the M60 defect.
: Prior to buying, I spoke to an aquaintance who is a BMW service manager. He indicated that many BMW dealerships compensate their service managers and techs based on salary + spif. The spif being a percentage of the cost of repairs they book. Therefore, if you find the right dealer, they will be more than happy to bend over backwards to qualify you for a new engine (lower half).
: I've got about 6 mo left and I am investigating dealerships in my area (SoCal)who practice this method of compensation.
: I'll post when I find one.
: I realize this sounds immoral, but so is selling defective products without an adequate recourse.



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