Keep M6 Longer

[daddymalu]

I was just wondering how many people might keep their M6 because it will not be replaced? I really enjoy the DCT and although the next m5 is probably a good replacement, I am not so eager to let my M6 go. Just my thoughts. Thanks.

[tab]

I know they won't ever put a manual transmission in it again. So I think I will just brave the world of "no warranty" at some point with my 2016 M6 GC. Maybe I'll buy some extended warranty for a bit, then go bare.

I know I need to be ready for a monster repair bill for some transmission/ engine repair, but so far (20,000 miles in two years) it's been fine. I need to try to get them to give me a new clutch at least, before the initial warranty expires. No problems with it, but I imagine it would eventually fail.

[OTJeebus]

My experience with modern cars out of warranty has been bad, very very bad.

[daddymalu]

You could always get an extended warranty.

[M6-Coupe]

Originally Posted by tab

I know they won't ever put a manual transmission in it again. So I think I will just brave the world of "no warranty" at some point with my 2016 M6 GC. Maybe I'll buy some extended warranty for a bit, then go bare.

I know I need to be ready for a monster repair bill for some transmission/ engine repair, but so far (20,000 miles in two years) it's been fine. I need to try to get them to give me a new clutch at least, before the initial warranty expires. No problems with it, but I imagine it would eventually fail.

I know the Clutch is under warranty but it's so tricky.
Having said that I am worried for my Manual Transmission on M4 too since with my M6 I had them replaced the clutch of DCT one time but after months of headache and to be honest with you if I did not have good relation with dealer, they would not confirm it...

[BMWRog]

Originally Posted by M6-Coupe

I know the Clutch is under warranty but it's so tricky.
Having said that I am worried for my Manual Transmission on M4 too since with my M6 I had them replaced the clutch of DCT one time but after months of headache and to be honest with you if I did not have good relation with dealer, they would not confirm it...

At what mileage approximately did you have the clutch changed on your M6? I'm seriously thinking of extending the warranty on mine when it comes in a few months' time...

[mjposner]

My 2004 Audi Allroad had 17k in repairs from 25k to 50k miles, including suspension, turbo oil lines and transmission. All covered under an extended warranty.

My wife's 2010 Porsche Cayenne is now bare, just to fix a stuck thermostat cost $2,200 at the dealer (required the removal of the intake manifold to fix).

My 2013 M6 is covered through 10/18 or 70k miles, BMW Platinum. Doubt I will keep her past that date

[daddymalu]

With no M6 in the near future, does that make anyone want to keep their M6 longer?

[BMWRog]

Originally Posted by daddymalu

With no M6 in the near future, does that make anyone want to keep their M6 longer?

For me, the answer to that has to 'yes'. I'd ask what other BMW could fulfill my wishes, i.e. v8, soft top, and general size of car...

[M6-Coupe]

Originally Posted by BMWRog

At what mileage approximately did you have the clutch changed on your M6? I'm seriously thinking of extending the warranty on mine when it comes in a few months' time...

I had some vibration/shuddering from the day first when the car was cold (most likely in the morning) while going in reverse gear to get out of garage... but just for couple seconds... contacted the dealer and BMWNA several times and ended up to clutch kit replacement.... they called it pre-mature clutch... replacement was happened at 10k miles BTW

[daddymalu]

I think currently there is no other car that fits the bill like the M6.... the only thing missing is remote start... With the 100 degree weather in South Florida it would be nice to get into a cool car....

[mjposner]

I am leaning towards an M4 convertible next year via ED

[EmMHoLLa]

Keeping these cars out of warranty is out of the question.. The only hope for me is to hope for an M8GC.. Or look at other brands.. The M5 doesn't you excite me like the M6..