[Berry018]

I order a 440i and I was finally told by the Genius dept it was unofficially confirmed for the 36th week to be produced:

Does this mean it is likely to be produced or is there a chance for it to be delayed? Also, I have read in a few places but have seen conflicting information is it likely to be finished that week or just started?

Anyone that has ever ordered a car: How long did it take to ship across the water I am on the East Coast (Georgia).

If interested here are the specs:
Estoril Blue Metallic
Coral Red Dakota Leather with Black highlight
MSport Package
Executive Package
Driving Assistance Package
Active Cruise Control
Black Kidney Grilles
CF Front Attachment w/CF Lip
Carbon Fiber & Alcantara trim
Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps
Carbon Fiber Rear Spoiler
Chrome Exhaust Tips
Dynamic Digital Cluster
Head-up Display
Heated Steering Wheel
Heated rear seats
M Performance Power & Sound
Stainless Steel Pedals
Wireless Charging

[rak299]

The allocation week is the completion week. They seem to be mostly accurate, but there are sometimes parts delays. I assume your car would go on a ship that stops in Brunswick, GA. They seem to run more than once per week and take about 18 days. You have port-installed options which add delays after docking, that are sometimes significant. My car, that is in transit now, finished production on July 25 and got to the port of exit July 30. It got onto a ship on August 5. My trip is longer (west coast, through Panama Canal). It is expected to reach the port of entry on Sept. 3. I am guessing it will take a week to clear customs, get processed and examined at the VPC and take the one-day ride to the dealer. This assumes there was no shipping damage. I have no options to be installed at the port. My time might be extended because Sept 3 is Labor Day.

[Berry018]

Originally Posted by rak299

The allocation week is the completion week. They seem to be mostly accurate, but there are sometimes parts delays. I assume your car would go on a ship that stops in Brunswick, GA. They seem to run more than once per week and take about 18 days. You have port-installed options which add delays after docking, that are sometimes significant. My car, that is in transit now, finished production on July 25 and got to the port of exit July 30. It got onto a ship on August 5. My trip is longer (west coast, through Panama Canal). It is expected to reach the port of entry on Sept. 3. I am guessing it will take a week to clear customs, get processed and examined at the VPC and take the one-day ride to the dealer. This assumes there was no shipping damage. I have no options to be installed at the port. My time might be extended because Sept 3 is Labor Day.

Great thanks! Would you happen to know the average delay for port options?

[rak299]

I have no idea. I have never ordered any. Someone else can add.

[cfm56d7b]

What specific options will be installed at the port?

[rak299]

His option list is first. I assume the grill, tips, mirror caps, spoiler and front attachment are all PIO.

[Berry018]

Originally Posted by cfm56d7b

What specific options will be installed at the port?

According to the Dealer

Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps
CF Front Attachment
CF interior trim
M Performace Power and Sound
CF Spoiler
Black Kidney Grills

[cfm56d7b]

These options do not take a lot of time to install. On average, 2-3 extra days at VDC depending on other cars scheduled with port installed options.

[Berry018]

Originally Posted by cfm56d7b

These options do not take a lot of time to install. On average, 2-3 extra days at VDC depending on other cars scheduled with port installed options.

That's Great to Hear... Thanks!

The car has started production today scheduled to be complete by Aug 31 full week ahead of schedule!


MSRP $72,610
Selling Price: $66,060

Do you think I am getting a decent deal or is there more room to lower the price?

[cfm56d7b]

The price is always better if the vehicle you are buying is in stock. Ordering the vehicle shortly before month end or quarter end can be more advantageous, if the dealer has more aggressive sales quotas. But - these elements are not visible to the consumer.

If you are happy with the vehicle (the options list looks great), just enjoy it.

Just a thought: M Performance exhaust tips look better than chrome exhaust tips.

By the way, any insights why M Sport Package is listed twice?

[lmao.its.me]

Originally Posted by cfm56d7b

The price is always better if the vehicle you are buying is in stock. Ordering the vehicle shortly before month end or quarter end can be more advantageous, if the dealer has more aggressive sales quotas. But - these elements are not visible to the consumer.

If you are happy with the vehicle (the options list looks great), just enjoy it.

Just a thought: M Performance exhaust tips look better than chrome exhaust tips.

By the way, any insights why M Sport Package is listed twice?

"Items may be duplicated to show additional package content."

It says that on my tracking page. The first "M Sport Package" is not expandable. The second one has all the features of the package, including the Adaptive M Suspension.

[Berry018]

Originally Posted by cfm56d7b

The price is always better if the vehicle you are buying is in stock. Ordering the vehicle shortly before month end or quarter end can be more advantageous, if the dealer has more aggressive sales quotas. But - these elements are not visible to the consumer.

If you are happy with the vehicle (the options list looks great), just enjoy it.

Just a thought: M Performance exhaust tips look better than chrome exhaust tips.

By the way, any insights why M Sport Package is listed twice?

Sure , yeah I think I’ll stick with pricing we’ve agreeed to before. And yes I am getting the m exhaust tips I was told it was standard when you order the power and sound kit

Absolutely looking forward to it ever since my last bmw 430 was totaled few months back

[cfm56d7b]

440 is worth waiting for if you have driven 430 previously. B58 engine is a gem.

[Berry018]

Originally Posted by cfm56d7b

440 is worth waiting for if you have driven 430 previously. B58 engine is a gem.

Absolutely I can’t wait

[equals42]

OP,
I have a 440i cabriolet in queue right now but was wondering what the normal timing was. Saw a couple good posts above but did your experience match theirs?

Thanks

[silvercas]

Originally Posted by equals42

OP,
I have a 440i cabriolet in queue right now but was wondering what the normal timing was. Saw a couple good posts above but did your experience match theirs?

Thanks

did your dealer have a production number? you on west coast or east?