[Hit_Apex]

Originally Posted by Dark_Sub_Rosa

This sucks, I plan on getting an 09, not that it is an incredible amount but do you think they will increase the 09's when they arrive too or just this increase will stabilize until then?

I would count on another increase for MY09. They need to adjust for the fact that the US dollar continues to be worth less. I know, it sucks - my order just went in and I got the call saying it's gonna be another $600.

[Dark_Sub_Rosa]

That sucks, I was thinking of waiting on an 09 Sedan but now I think I might just suck it up and get an 08 coupe.

[John 070]

Originally Posted by lauer87

It has to do with the EURO/Dollar exchange rates, and not really the health or lack their of of the economy. BMW and MB had been able to absord these exchange losses because of their southern assembley lines, and thus exporting american made cars back to europe to take advantage of it the other way. Eventually though they had to raise prices because they just don't make enough of their cars here at the moment, it was only a matter of time.

I respectfully disagree with everything you've said. If you really think the price of a BMW has anything to do with exchange rates, then a SC made X5 should be nearly 1/2 price in London.

[John 070]

Originally Posted by Solonng

Definately due to our weak dollar. While its not pleasant to see a price increase for BMW, Toyota is raising its prices this month also. I think that it was like 1% as well. The fact that you have to pay more for a Toyota would probably hurt more than paying for a BMW since it is a luxury good. Hmm, should have studied macroecon better in college..lol.

What are you trying to say? I have a feeling that the price is somewhat inelastic on BMWs. The brand image is so strong that especially with leasing, they have a somewhat captive audience. What do you mean, "the fact that you have to pay more for a Toyota...?" Isn't that the way it generally works? It's the same principle as paying tax on clothes and food--regressive in nature.

[doinoyou79]

So do I have to pay for the June price increase if I am getting my 2008 335i via dealer trade from another state? Is the price increase reflected on the window sticker? I just had a copy of the spec sheet for my car faxed to me, and it still has the old pricing. The actual production date is 3/20/08. Do they have the right to ADD those increases to my car??? Or, are they trying to scam me for the extra profit?

[methodtim]

Originally Posted by doinoyou79

So do I have to pay for the June price increase if I am getting my 2008 335i via dealer trade from another state? Is the price increase reflected on the window sticker? I just had a copy of the spec sheet for my car faxed to me, and it still has the old pricing. The actual production date is 3/20/08. Do they have the right to ADD those increases to my car??? Or, are they trying to scam me for the extra profit?

BMW price increases are based on when you buy the car, not when it was built. So, yes, you will have to pay the increase.

[david.rowlands]

BMW's are still cheaper in the USA then they are in germany so stop comlpaining

[dreamk]

in some countries people pay 20k-30k usd more than we pay here