Corrosion/Rust Warranty?

[cfmistry]

Check the VIN on that door panel - make sure it was never replaced or repainted.

[Naz24]

Originally Posted by cfmistry

Check the VIN on that door panel - make sure it was never replaced or repainted.

will do tomorrow.

I have a pretty good relationship with my dealership.. Is this something that is "cut and dry" or do you think that BMWNA may find a way to work with me..?

[JCL]

Originally Posted by Naz24

will do tomorrow.

I have a pretty good relationship with my dealership.. Is this something that is "cut and dry" or do you think that BMWNA may find a way to work with me..?

Relationships are important, but it seems pretty cut and dried that your warranty was over two years ago.

Also note that the warranty is for perforation, not surface rust. In other words, it has to have rusted right through the panel in question. Yours sounds like it is on the seam.

To keep the rust warranty effective, BMW usually requires regular periodic inspections. Here, they are every two years. I always make sure the dealer does them during services. YMMV.

Finally, if the panel was painted or replaced at any point, manufacturers aren't likely to cover it even if it is within the term. They would point you to whoever did the repair.