[TrollingCavalier]

As I went to the dealer today for the two recalls, they gave me an x3 as a loaner.
Shouldn't they give me an x5-equivalent loaner for the recall?
And I have to pay 20 bucks for the admission fee or whatever fee it is.
In addition, I have to return the car with a full gas tank!

I mean the recall itself already caused my a lot of troubles, and they do not think it is enough.

[X5_CC]

I first got an X2. Then after they bricked my car, they switched it out to an X3 after I complained about how small that little thing is. Then when it appeared there was no end in sight to get my car back, I pushed hard for an X5 and got it for the remaining couple weeks before they un-bricked my car.

Second and third times I got base model X3s, despite having asked for X5s (which always seem to be "unavailable at this time").

I don't have any fees, but I do have to return with a full tank of gas, which is reasonable in my opinion (though they aren't strict on that).

[mattsrs]

I usually get X3 and sometimes 5 series. Freaking annoying they don't give us X5 loaners

[Xfive]

I usually get to pick whatever they have available and I never drive an X3. Ever....

Well, only one time and they never forced that hell on me ever again.

[mattsrs]

Current X3 is a joke!

[TrollingCavalier]

Originally Posted by mattsrs

I usually get X3 and sometimes 5 series. Freaking annoying they don't give us X5 loaners

I know right? A high-end brand like BMW should not treat their customers like this!

[TrollingCavalier]

Originally Posted by X5_CC

I first got an X2. Then after they bricked my car, they switched it out to an X3 after I complained about how small that little thing is. Then when it appeared there was no end in sight to get my car back, I pushed hard for an X5 and got it for the remaining couple weeks before they un-bricked my car.

Second and third times I got base model X3s, despite having asked for X5s (which always seem to be "unavailable at this time").

I don't have any fees, but I do have to return with a full tank of gas, which is reasonable in my opinion (though they aren't strict on that).

It sounds like a hell long wait to get your car back.... lucky you eventually got the x5 loaner.

[TrollingCavalier]

Originally Posted by mattsrs

Current X3 is a joke!

I would say it is an OK car? It is above average, but yea definitely not as good as an x5 from most perspective.

[Aimster82]

Originally Posted by TrollingCavalier

I would say it is an OK car? It is above average, but yea definitely not as good as an x5 from most perspective.

A fully loaded X3 M40i is a nice car. The loaner is probably the bare bone model.

[Aimster82]

My coworker had a bad experience with a loaner via GEICO. He got into a little accident and GEICO said they would not cover him. So now I am hesitant on getting a loaner car because I have the same insurance.

[egar2099]

Originally Posted by Aimster82

My coworker had a bad experience with a loaner via GEICO. He got into a little accident and GEICO said they would not cover him. So now I am hesitant on getting a loaner car because I have the same insurance.

Odd. Why wouldn't he be covered?

[TurtleBoy]

I've gotten an X3, a 540i and I now have an X5 50i.

[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by mattsrs

Current X3 is a joke!

Don’t think I would go that far.....

[Tim2189]

I’ve gotten everything from a 320 to a 650, it all depends on your relationship with the service advisor or manager. A little thank you gift or a bottle goes a long way.

[roadkillrob]

740i

[wrickem]

Usually I get an X3 or an X1.

TBH, I am just happy they give me any car so I can get on with my day and not have to wait around or rely on rides

[jasrboyd]

I’ve had a 5 series with under a 1000 miles on it and 2 X3`s both with under a 1000 miles on them and they were all very nice base vehicles but nothing compared to my X5. The X5 has a presence that’s above and beyond any base vehicle I’ve had thus far.

[KrisV]

x3, 5 series, 3 series

[TXSchnee]

Originally Posted by Aimster82

My coworker had a bad experience with a loaner via GEICO. He got into a little accident and GEICO said they would not cover him. So now I am hesitant on getting a loaner car because I have the same insurance.

Insurance should follow the driver (as long as you are on the policy) and not the car. In other words, Geico got out of paying by lying about coverage. The only other thing I could think is that your friend doesn't carry collision coverage, which means his liability coverage should have paid for the car he hit, and he would have had to pay out of pocket for the damage to the loaner. (I am a former auto claim adjuster)

[Qsilver7]

Originally Posted by Aimster82

My coworker had a bad experience with a loaner via GEICO. He got into a little accident and GEICO said they would not cover him. So now I am hesitant on getting a loaner car because I have the same insurance.

Originally Posted by TXSchnee

Insurance should follow the driver (as long as you are on the policy) and not the car. In other words, Geico got out of paying by lying about coverage. The only other thing I could think is that your friend doesn't carry collision coverage, which means his liability coverage should have paid for the car he hit, and he would have had to pay out of pocket for the damage to the loaner. (I am a former auto claim adjuster)

I say...read your insurance policy to see what your coverage is. I'm more inclined to agree with what TXSchnee implied...in that there's probably more to your friends story and insurance policy coverage that is NOT being told.

You both may have the same insurance company (GEICO)...but your policies could have totally different coverage. Check to be sure as to what your policy covers in regards to rental and loaner cars.

[Charles549]

X3.

[maczrool]

Base X3 with missing rear wiper blade and vinyl seats. Not impressed.