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Originally Posted by brentc133
We got a nail in the RFT on our 2008 with 1200 kms on it. BMW said it had to be replaced. I didn't have the warranty and the tire wasn't in stock. I took it to a tire shop and they repaired it for me. I couldn't believe that BMW would suggest throwing a brand new tire in the garbage dump. Seems a little unfriendly to the environment in my mind. Just my two cents worth.  |
I got the same curt response from the service rep, "we don't repair RFTs" because we like to fleece our customers for every penny. BTW, I also read that they charge $350 US for a single new tire, whereas the runflats are available on tirerack for $220.
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