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I have (currently):
1 91 Mustang 5.0 (auto)
1 94 Rx-7 Turbo (stick)
1 01 330i (auto)
1 01 M3 (stick)
I had a 99 M3, but got rid of it a few months ago. I have yet to really break in my 01 M3 as I want it to hit a couple of thousand miles before I rev it to that 8000 RPM limit. At that point, look out cause I'm going scream down the roads and look for those Vettes....
M3 Frank
It's been a week since you last checked the status of my car (112). Can you please look it up again? 330xi 5-speed, black/black, PP, SP, CWP, CD, Xenon, going to Freeport, NY. Also, I found out that a coworker of mine ordered a steel gray 330xi with the same options that I have going to Manhattan; could you check on that one as well? He says he ordered the car around May 7.
Denright:
What's the most recent status of your car? Just curious to see what's going on.
happy hunting,
DL
As you can tell from the tv, we have major flooding all over the city...not sure about the specific BMW dealerships, but your problem may end up being more GETTING TO the dealerships, as opposed to the dealership being flooded. DOn't know if conditions will improve later in the week, but it could be awhile before things get back to "normal"
Curious,...I also ordered from Richard in Lafayette. My car arrived at Moss Motors last week! I was planning on picking it up in Lafayette....Did you pay extra to coordinate the Houston delivery? How is your delivery going to take place? Just curious. Thanks!
"Automatics are dogs" "you will slice him up" etc. We are having a friendly/fun rivalry. Thank you.
Love them both....live in the snowbelt.
Anyone here have any imput on the BMW's
AWD models? Anyone driven both?
Please pass on more info if you come across any. At this moment, I am not too optimistic.
Q1: I did a factory order, where this VIN number comes from? The dealer mentioned this car was under somebody else name, but now it is under mine, and will take 7 weeks to deliver, could this be the reason?
Q2: Is this car with VIN number WBAANxxxx made in Germany or south africa?
Q3:In my contract, it said THIS VEHICLE SOLD: AS-IS,
but I am buying a brand new car, what is meaning of this AS-IS.
Thanks,
Q
P.S. Pat, thanks for your reply, need more answers.
The sales person is going to check with "superiors" and call me tomorrow. How likely is my my request to be honored? One last thing, where can I buy European license plates? Much appreciation for any help.
2). VIN decoding info can be found in the FAQ section on http://www.e46fanatics.com.
3). Don't know about this one.
jnscheong
Almost everyone who has ordered a BMW will attest, delivery dates are very general estimates. If the dealer guesses the delivery date to within a week, the buyer should feel fortunate.
There are a lot of variables at work here: where port of entry is, how far the dealer is from that port, how many cars were on the ship now waiting for delivery, and (rarely), Customs may decide a particular car needs a more thorough examination.
The dealers are held prisoners as much as purchasers when it comes to getting cars on his lot. It doesn't make him any more happier than you, but you are both powerless where delivery dates are concerned.
His delivery date was only a guess, not a promise.
On the plus side, the closer the hoped-for delivery date arrives, the more accurately your dealer can provide a date. Who knows, you car may arrive at the end of August.
I don't know whether the dealership is likely to honor your request, but that's a great thing to try - others here may have different opinions, but it seems to me that you have nothing to lose by insisting that they honor your request, especially if they acknowledge switching the delivery date on you after all the negotiations were completed. (They do acknowledge that, right?)
Just curious - and I don't know the answer to your question - but why do you need "European" plates?
Pat
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To pat,Host; yes, the change was acknowledged after bringing something up on the computer that said week 30 and then counting off the weeks on a calendar. The reason for the plates - to make a statement. European plates add that extra pinnach - the envy goes up a notch.
To alpine 325i, thank you. I'm ordering the plates now. I've spent a lot of time doing searches which came up empty. Have you been ticketed?
http://www.autowindowtintings.com
By the way, Macdude, I used the Quantum film on my wagon, and it looks great. You should be happy with your choice. There's a "technical" description of the film (and most other major brands) on that website.
Keep us posted on how things go and it seems to me you have nothing to lose by standing your ground - I understand what goody4 says - and they are very good points - but what do you have to lose? There are several folks hanging out here who have indeed taken delivery earlier than expected, so that could happen for you as well.
You might also want to stop by our Women's Auto Center if you have a chance.
Pat
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Sedans and Women's Auto Center Message Boards
Dealers would not, except possibiley under very unusual circumstances, pay for rentals. They'll get a car as quickly as possible, it's in their best interest to. If they're making $X,X00 over invoice, that's how much they need to make after delivering the car. Rentals are very expensive and if there was such a practice, we'd all be paying a little more for our cars, me thinks.
And by the way, what is the difference between metallic and non-metallic black?
As to your question about VIN Number, according to the FAQ page on www.e46fanatics.com the 11th digit indicates the factory in which your car was manufactured. Apparently 'N' indicates SA build.
Mine is headed for sunny MN.
Regards,
DL
Gurumike, can you tell me a little more about how allocation goes for the bimmers? Is it true that the dealerships that sell the most cars get preference in terms of more cars allocated as well as getting cars bumped up in production date? Also, is there a shortage of parts to build the 330xi as denright suggested from an earlier post?
Denright, what's the status of your car?
a few questions:
1) The wheels collect dust breaks, besides the shield, someone here says waxing the rims, what type of wax should i use for this?
2) My salesman told me to use pledge to clean the dash and wood trim, and not to use armon all. What do you guys suggest?
3) Tar gets stucked on my white beauty, what product is safe for the wax and paint to easily get these grims off?
4) What product should be safe for glasses, the darn sticker that came with the front windshield left me some glue stains....
5) And the would trim sticker on airbag safty also left me glue stains, what should i use? Water did not work!
I can't seem to find a good deal on a new 325i ..
Anyone know any good dealers that can give me better then 600 bucks under msrp for a factory order and 1000 bucks off msrp in stock.
Is hard to find in stock 325i , sport package auto, xenon, cd player, that's all the stuff I can afford.
Thanks alot greatly appreciated
I keep getting told my car will definitely hit 150 by the week of June 25, but maybe before that. Considering it has been 112 for 17 days, I am hoping it will be soon.
My salesman says that there is a shortage of the AWD transmissions, and that is why my order will be coming in a month later than promised.
Sigh.
Best Regards,
Shipo
Well, this was the first new car I ever negotiated, and I know I didn't get as great a deal as others, but for a 325i, steel gray metallic, PP, SP, leather, HID, and CD, I got a deal on May 17th for $33K+TTL OTD, including locks and mats. Others I've heard around the board are getting $1500 over invoice. I think Aaron got his 330i for that at Temple. What '99 model do you own, and how is it coming along after a solid couple of years?
Jay,
I'm glad to hear that your car finally made it on the boat! Did you get any info on how long it would take to get from SA to the US? If you live in Alambama, I'd expect my car would be given about the same route. I'll be calling BMWA again sometime this morning to get another update on the ship. Friday morning, the rep told me that it was in transit to the port exit. We'll see if it made it there.
Thanks a ton for the "Go To" message math; it sure helps to reach a referenced message.
frances1,
I was also hesitant about buying the 325 wagon because of a perceived low luggage volume. However, I found the interior dimensions for its 48 cu ft to be arranged better to carry more than the 60 cu ft of my previous small wagon (less width, much more length, 1 inch less height). I also found that the gate does not intrude into the stuff at the rear gate's threshold so more can be piled up back there. The gate's separate opening glass is _so_ convenient for last minute arrangements or additions after the gate is closed.
You also have generous space around the spare tire (I have the full sized spare) for jumper cables, extra boots, small tools as well as about 5 inches between the top of spare tire and luggage floor for windshield sunshade, spare towel, warning triangle, etc. There is a lot of space between the front seats and folded rear seats for soft bag packing or car cover. The 48 cu ft packed more like 70+ cu ft.
And the car's handling did not change noticeably. I found that with 3 people and a full load, the 325xi had a rewarding amount of acceleration at 70mph. I had to escape a potential right-hand lane trap when the driver in the left lane did not want to let me out. It was hard to wipe the grin off my face after I out-accelerated him.
P.S. The cross braces for the roof rack are a precision piece of equipment and fit like a glove (with rubber grips). If you have the need, I highly recommend them; they install or remove is less than 2 minutes.
On the downside, my coin holder jammed and a plastic-and-rubber piece fell off the wall behind the clutch. They both happened around 2K miles, must have been some late Y2K bugs
I've had the car for over a month and my pulse still goes up in eager anticipation every time I approach the car with keys in hand. It still puts a big smile on my face. Even when I shut off the engine before I exit the car, I like to sit there and reminisce for a few seconds, smiling and thinking how lucky I am to have discovered the joys of driving in this incredible car.
BTW, the Lakers got very lucky last night and it won't last. At any rate, this has been one of the greatest finals I remember...Go fishin' my boy
Now at 20k my Turanza Er30 are getting close to the wear bars, no wonder the wear rating is 120 ... pretty soft to say the least , but they sure stick to the road. I am currently evaluating other tires.
overall the best car i have owned, hope it continues,
Regards,
DL
I may reconsider and get the steering change. THe road feel is ok, but it does seem to be light and be disturbed by bumps and grooves. This weekend I drove our accord wagon and the steering felt tighter. Reviews of the fis seem very positive on the e46 board, but that is a different group.
Now if I could just figure out how to deal with the pressure of the sport seat on my left thigh. A friend noticed the same thing but no solution yet.
P.S. Just when I thought the 330 was an indulgence, a neighbor came home with a new Porsche Turbo. A different league I guess!
Also, remember it's the bottom line that is important. If a dealer INSISTS you must pay MACO and it is, say, $350, then offer $1300 over "invoice" -- it's the same deal.
As far as the left seat bolster, I am afraid there is no solution. I can feel it pressing against my thigh but it hasn't bothered me enough to look for solution. I hope you get used to it.