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This crucial detail was never disclosed to me during the sales process. Had I known, it would have fundamentally changed my purchasing decision. As a direct result, I am now personally responsible for significant upcoming maintenance costs (estimated at over $4,600 for services like oil changes, spark plugs, and brake pads) that would have been covered by the factory plan on a US-spec vehicle. Furthermore, this situation prevents me from extending the factory warranty via BMW's Ultimate Care+ program and will likely make the car more difficult to resell down the road.
While the CarFax may have indicated a Canadian origin, simply providing the report without explicitly explaining these critical implications is, in my opinion, a failure of adequate disclosure.
Compounding this issue, I have attempted to reach out to D & C Motor Company directly to come to a fair resolution. I contacted their Sales Manager, Finance Manager, and General Manager, but unfortunately, none of my attempts to get a response have been returned. This lack of communication and willingness to address a significant issue is concerning.
I believe D & C Motor Company should have been upfront about the 'gray market' status of the vehicle and its direct impact on standard US BMW coverage. This oversight has created unexpected financial burdens and significantly diminished my confidence in the purchase and the dealership's customer service.