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In fact with iDrive 7 and digital keys (in essence a certificate based solution) BMW should drive down that road (pun intended) vs passwords as a whole. However, then you enter the IT software paradox dilemma of backward compatibility still leading to the need for passwords. However, if done right it's the hash/digest vs the obvious plain text in use today! Last edited by bloozemanAZ; 02-22-2020 at 08:47 PM.. |
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It wasn't a password thing but bmw software updates seem to come out two or three times a year. After talking to many people, it seems to be a common occurrence. Takes 3-4 hours, they rarely have loaners, and they wipe all your stuff recoding. After going through it once, I'm can tell ya I'm not taking mine back to the dealership unless I have to for warranty work. Quote:
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I've also read on many other posts in regards to the lack of loaners, etc. especially for 8-series flagship customers. Thankfully in my case the dealer I bought my wife's X5 and my M850i from always accommodate me with a loaner. More so even to as I posted given my size they provide an appropriate vehicle to ensure my comfort. The lack of loaners is a dealership issue and not sure if you have more than one in your area but if so I'd look elsewhere. The key being that warranty/maintenance is a higher gross income than the initial sale of the car. So any dealer will be happy for your warranty/maintenance work to make you a satisfied customer. |
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I live near 1 dealership but I bought it from a dealer near my old office [30 miles away]. the next closest dealership is almost 2 hours away because it's on the other side of the beltway (Maryland). but honestly after service at both VA ones, I might go service my m850i in Maryland. |
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