Should I renew BMW Assist for $199?

Vertigo//SD · 10-08-2010, 06:33 PM

Mine is expiring this December and I just received a notice to renew. Has anyone else renewed theirs?

rps · 10-08-2010, 07:53 PM

I did, it's something you may only use once in a few years, but to me it was peace of mind.

jumpthewire · 10-08-2010, 07:57 PM

curious what exactly does one use BMW assist for?

psygnosis · 10-08-2010, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by jumpthewire

curious what exactly does one use BMW assist for?

It's like OnStar but more expensive with less features.

Caddyshk · 10-08-2010, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by psygnosis

It's like OnStar but more expensive with less features.

In Canada with even less

The Bastards auto renewed me without my consent too... Peace of mind I guess...

jumpthewire · 10-08-2010, 08:15 PM

seems like if you have an iphone + 411 you'd be set

imz4n · 10-09-2010, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by jumpthewire

seems like if you have an iphone + 411 you'd be set

So you still have RFT tires and always have cell signal. I used mine twice in 6 years and at the time it was worth every penny. Piece of mind and they tow to nearest BMW center.

If you always have cell signal you are missing some of the best roads in Cali. LOl This is one of many reasons we roll out in groups. LOL

blender · 10-10-2010, 04:39 PM

AAA is cheaper [per year] and gets you other shopping discounts including an insurance discount if you go with them.

Caddyshk · 10-10-2010, 05:11 PM

I tried it today to see if it works. Very nice person answered and walked me through the program and benefits - apparently the Dealer was supposed to do this when I purchased 51 months ago?

Incompatible · 10-10-2010, 07:03 PM

Some insurance companies offer a discount for this as it qualifies for tracking/theft recovery.

r4gs · 10-10-2010, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Caddyshk

I tried it today to see if it works. Very nice person answered and walked me through the program and benefits - apparently the Dealer was supposed to do this when I purchased 51 months ago?

i'm presuming u simply depressed the 'sos' button to sample how it works? i'd like to know tt the feature works.

Caddyshk · 10-11-2010, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by r4gs

i'm presuming u simply depressed the 'sos' button to sample how it works? i'd like to know tt the feature works.

I figured SOS could cause an unwanted response so I used the wrench button.

Dutch Isles · 10-14-2010, 02:16 PM

Here's what I do. I have AAA insurance and I put their 800 emergency number in my cellphone as well as the numbers for the local AAA tow service. That takes care of road emergencies.

Unless you want BMW to make hotel reservations, give you directions and things like that, it just doesn't pay.

MinneapolisJeff · 10-14-2010, 02:23 PM

I have roadside assistance with my USAA insurance, certainly don't need BMW Assist as well

spurto · 10-15-2010, 11:20 AM

is it like onstar in the sense that it can be used to track your car if stolen or notify emergency responders in case of a crash?

KevinC · 10-15-2010, 06:22 PM

Hideously overpriced for what amounts to a cellphone buried in your car that dials BMW (and nobody else) directly. Unless you don't own a cellphone, it's a huge waste of money. At $50 for 4 years, I might renew, but that's the absolute max I'd pay.

As for insurance discounts, I seriously doubt that they would check if the system was active. Just its presence should do the trick.

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Dutch Isles New Member 2 Rep 25 Posts Drives: . . . like a freak'n Warthog! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Tucson, Arizona iTrader: (0)	I wouldn't buy it. Here's what I do. I have AAA insurance and I put their 800 emergency number in my cellphone as well as the numbers for the local AAA tow service. That takes care of road emergencies. Unless you want BMW to make hotel reservations, give you directions and things like that, it just doesn't pay.
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MinneapolisJeff First Lieutenant 8 Rep 326 Posts Drives: 2003 BMW Z4 3.0i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Minneapolis/St. Paul iTrader: (0)	I have roadside assistance with my USAA insurance, certainly don't need BMW Assist as well __________________ the stable: 2003 BMW Z4 3.0i 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
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spurto Private First Class 3 Rep 133 Posts Drives: 2006 Silver BMW Z4MR Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Antonio TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 BMW Z4MR [0.00]	is it like onstar in the sense that it can be used to track your car if stolen or notify emergency responders in case of a crash?
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