[momos750]

For a BMW dealership to certify a "qualifying" vehicle it will run 2-3k. BMWNA has strict standards in order to certify a vehicle. Must have had all required maintenance done at a BMW dealership, no buy backs, lemons, vehicles with voided warranties, etc, etc., the list is long.

Only a BMW dealership can CPO a vehicle through BMWNA.

When you said it will cost $9000 to certify the vehicle I am betting what the sales guy means is, it will need $6000 in repairs (prob new tires and brakes to name a few) to meet CPO requirements and then 2-3k for the CPO warranty. = $9000.

You'd probably be better off negotiating the best price possible and then buy an extended warranty. You can do the repairs yourself or at an Indy for far cheaper.
The other issue with CPO is, what is the inservice date of the vehicle? CPO is only good for 5yrs/100k miles from the date it was put into service.