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Sedans BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series Run Flat Tires
2421 messages, Last post on Dec 02, 2009 at 1:06 PM
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Having read these posts, I am crossing anything (not just BMWs) with RFTs off my list for my next vehicle. I am not about to pay $30K or $40K (or more) for a car that either 1) needs new tires to the tune of $1500 every 10 or 15 thousand miles, or 2) I would have to lay out another 2 or 3 thousand dollars to replace the rims and tires with regular RFs - I'm just not!
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Replying to: srs_49 (Jun 19, 2009 7:53 am) 2006 330i with all options including Sports Package. I went through 1st set of RFTs at 25,000 miles. Installed second set and now have 42,000 miles on them. (17,000 miles) Are wearing the same as first set. I am a 66 year old driver living in Springfield/Eugene Oregon. The front tires are available here but when the rears goes, I have to order from Portland. Not a desaster if the tires simply wear out. But if 1 BLOWS!!!!!!!! I am down for a day or 2. Hopefully I am not miles out of Springfield towards the Pacific Coast. If so, no tires period. From day 1 I have carried a spare "donut" tire plus electric jack and tools, just in case. Maybe RFTs of ALL SIZES are available in Catonsville, or Washington. When I ordered the car, I had "M" wheels installed which are compatable with RFTs of conventionals. I like the car so will probably switch to conventionals the next time around. Other than that, tried all the comparable cars in 2006 when I bought this BMW (2nd Bimmer) and have tried others since. BMW is still number 1. On another asset of BMW.......the warranty. I have owned a lot of cars since 1963 and NEVER experiences such a great warranty through the local dealer. I don;t have to bring things to their attention, they bring them to mine and repair/replace what is required. John |
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| Called the dealership in KC and they blew me off. They had the audacity to say that they have not had any complaints. I have a 2008 335xi with the sport package. I agree with all the posters who say that this is their last BMW and their last RFTs. I called the Customer Relations group in NJ and do not have much hope because they did make the comment that they do not have a warranty on the tires since they do not manufacture them. Never mind that they are the one who elect to put these POS tires on the car. If anyone knows of a class action suit that has been brought against Bridgestone or BMW please let me know. | |
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Replying to: shipo (May 02, 2009 5:01 am) grade & quality are certainly open to interpretation |
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Replying to: jte527 (Jan 04, 2008 11:54 am) This informationw is valubale to be as I am now in negotiations with the dealer regarding the problems Also did you use your original rims with the new tires ? Regards Aeon
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Replying to: aeonflox (Jul 05, 2009 4:13 pm) That said, people on Edmunds from the U.S. to Scotland have commented on the miserable ride quality & performance one endures with RFTs, along with the possibility of being stranded in remote areas of the U.S West, among other things. The people who have changed to real tires universally comment on the improved ride and handling. I don't recall anyone, ever, posting that they were sorry to have made the switch. That said, they have no spare and nowhere to put one if they did--there are ways around these things. However, if you lease you'll need to turn the car back in with the RFTs. The most common drill is to drive some number of miles on the crap tires, then replace them with real ones until time to turn the car in, at which time you can put the original tires back on. There are many people who have decided that the RFT situation is reason enough to not drive a BMW. I am among them. |
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I have a base model 2006 325i with Conti run flats that are worn out after 22k miles. What is the best place to buy replacements? Will dealers match tirerack.com prices? Does Sears sell these? In the past I have had good luck with the Sears mileage-warranty program. Are any other independent shops/chains recommended in San Diego? Does installing runflats require special expertise? If I put on regular tires, is there any strategy for dealing with the lack of a spare? Does anyone take the risk of regular tires with no spare? The furthest I drive away from home is Las Vegas... Thanks for all advice and suggestions! |
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I have 2007 BMW 328i and have switched to regular tires, the ride is better and the cost was about 1/2 the price. I decided to go with standard tires and a can of fix a flat in the trunk. I never had a flat with the RFT's so don't know what the advantage is. I did once have a slow leak on my Nissan Xterra tire and used a can of Fix-a-flat and the tires worked great after that. 90% of my driving is 12 miles each way to and from work so I guess I'm willing to take the gamble the other 10% of the time.
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Replying to: rasbmw328i (Jul 09, 2009 9:00 am)
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