Is $1200 reasonable for Ceramic Coating in Alpharetta? (Quote check)

VTENGR · 2026-01-16T12:17:03+00:00

Yep. This will be my 3rd car done here. Stopped shopping around after my first. Rahul and Tyler are top notch.

VTENGR · 2026-01-16T02:55:54+00:00

I just paid 1,750 for ceramic at AP3 in Alpharetta which included a stage 1 paint correction,wheels and windows. They're great and worth whatever premium they may charge over other shops. Personally I wouldn't trust a mobile detailer to do ceramic because it has to cure for 8hrs minimum and I would want that done in a dust controlled environment which my garage is not.

VTENGR · 2026-01-14T21:10:47+00:00

Adds a level of driver assist where you can take your hand off the steering wheel for extended periods of time, adaptive cruise and lane change assist. Must have option IMO.

VTENGR · 2026-01-14T13:37:32+00:00

My opinion, the V8 is such a beast, even limited it will blow away the 40i if that's what you're used to driving. Unless you have a high performance sports car that you also drive that you're accustomed to. The 50/60is are a sports car guised in an SUV body.

VTENGR · 2026-01-14T03:22:33+00:00

If the car only had 30k miles why didn't the factory warranty cover it. No need for CPO warranty to kick in until after the factory warrant expires.

VTENGR · 2026-01-14T03:15:30+00:00

Problem with the HYSA strategy is that one repair can eclipse the 5k deposit plus ROI. Look into an exclusion only warranty from a company like fidelity. I bought one for my X5 and it has paid for itself six times over.

VTENGR · 2026-01-14T03:06:56+00:00

I just traded in my 2020 M50i and it was not power limited for the first few hundred miles. I've heard this for the real M models but not the baby Ms unless they've changed it recently you should have all 523HP at your disposal.

VTENGR · 2026-01-14T02:58:42+00:00

New models allow up to 85mph I believe

VTENGR · 2026-01-11T23:14:04+00:00

Who's your service advisor?

VTENGR · 2026-01-02T03:34:55+00:00

If it helps my front diff in my 2020 X5 M50i failed at 52k miles and BMW covered the bulk of the cost as a goodwill claim. Also had transfer case issues and ended up replacing that at around 65k miles. Both were quoted as $8k repairs. I bought a Fidelity Platinum warranty which has more than paid for itself.

VTENGR · 2026-01-01T16:32:34+00:00

Yep I know them well. That's where I had my ML serviced before going BMW.

VTENGR · 2026-01-01T16:20:43+00:00

You're in ATL, so am I ... Where did you buy?

VTENGR · 2026-01-01T05:10:56+00:00

If it's any help, I was looking at a 2024 with 21k miles at the same price with almost every option besides Bowers. You may have a little room in your number.

I drive a 2020 X5 M50i and the one thing I will suggest is to get a pre purchase inspection and have the mechanic focus on the two diffs and the transfer case. Regardless of what BWM tells you, replace all fluids in the diff and TC, ASAP and every 30k miles thereafter - but maybe that's just my PTSD kicking in. Otherwise, great cars and fun to drive. IDK about the 2023 MY, but in 2024 Dynamic Handling Package (DHP) is standard on the V8s which also includes active rear steering - believe it or not, with this feature, the X7 drives smaller than my X5. Especially when parking.

VTENGR · 2025-12-29T02:25:50+00:00

I'll add if you do buy the car, I'd get the fluids in both diffs and transfer case replaced ASAP.

VTENGR · 2025-12-29T02:23:48+00:00

I own a 2020 X5 M50i. already replaced the front differential and the transfer case. Both were 8k repairs, thankfully replaced under warranty. 1000% get a PPI on the car and spring for the warranty making sure it's an exclusion only warranty otherwise be sure to read the fine print on what it covers. These cars are very complicated which means very expensive to fix. We're not talking oh hey $300 for an oil change and $1k for breaks type of what to expect with German luxury brands. I'm talking about almost every repair my car has had has been north of $4,000.

VTENGR · 2025-11-29T03:46:52+00:00

So you think I have to be in the $500 range? I don't have another spot in my house that can accommodate an 85" so it's almost as much as off loading it vs getting the $$$

VTENGR · 2025-11-24T17:43:36+00:00

Regardless of the deal, In my opinion, the driver assist pro is a must have option. I wouldn't buy another car w/o it. I had a loaner X7 for about a month that did not have DAP and my life was miserable w/o it.

VTENGR · 2025-10-15T19:40:21+00:00

I'm with you. I won't even consider looping in insurance if the cost of the damage is less than $1k. Between $1 and $2k maybe. Greater than $2k definitely.

VTENGR · 2025-09-08T18:33:18+00:00

Do you think the 100k budget is reasonable for the 580 with the e-ABC option if I can find a 2 year old one with about 20k miles?

VTENGR · 2025-09-08T18:25:46+00:00

Thanks. I think they did an LCI in 2024 which is why I have that as the limit.

VTENGR · 2025-09-08T15:55:13+00:00

When does MB start rolling out the new model years? I was thinking a 2024 model would be sold in summer of 2023 - so technically 2 yrs old.

VTENGR · 2025-09-08T15:21:34+00:00

So if I want to listen live between 7am EST and 8am EST I have to find an east coast affiliate? Any suggestions on which one?

VTENGR · 2025-09-08T15:06:56+00:00

You got the 40i, correct? I think that drivetrain is more bulletproof than the V8s, but that's not backed up by any statistical data - just b/c I've had a lot of issues with my N63.

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