I knew I should have posted an update but, I didn't have any real info until least night.

My car has been down since 9-4. recap: first, I took to indy mechanic, he said, there was so much damaged that he didn't know where to start without costing me a fortune. he suggested I take it to BMW dealer.

Second, I towed it to dealer, battery was dead, could not take a charge something shorted. installed new battery.

Third, mechanic began doing diagnostics... discovered each piece that he checked was failed.

Fourth, The tech then looked at all the connection points and discovered that they were corrosive and appeared to be that way for a long time.

Fifth, the tech traced a water stain back to my left rear (driver side) post. He said that the drain hole was clogged and was allowing water back into electrical compartment... he documented with pictures of water stain and failed/coroded connectors. I still don't know if the weather stripping is bad... thanks for reminding me to ask.

Sixth, He told me that this should be covered under my insurance policy... NOT the clogged hole but the damage the clogged hole made.We contacted the insurance company, they gave me a hard time at first then they agreed to send an adjuster over to assess the damage... that was 10 days ago, I am still waiting, the adjuster is supposed to go over on Monday 10-04-11.

What I know is that I am up to about 3,000$ plus or minus and any help will be appreciated from the insurance co.

BTW, when the tech brought it in they give the car a full inspection and shake down. My suspension had broken and warn parts, my belts are worn and my water pump is leaking. that's another 2 grand or so... Ha Ha Ha Cry Cry Cry... it's only money, he said, as the sheriff posted the house for sale... just kidding.