[Ozz1905]

[QUOTE=rk95;30785383]

Originally Posted by Ozz1905

I know I'm sounding like a broken record as I already mentioned this in the other threads but I want to inform people as much as possible and to also see if any one has any new information on ordering with the carbon package for the seats in California. I placed a deposit for an m2 on 12/21 and they told me that they have to wait until after holidays to make sure the build gets accepted. Today 1/3 I got a call and they've told me that BMW is not accepting any new orders with the carbon package.

I was told this after waiting 5 months for my build to start. I stayed the course and said leave it in the order bank. My car arrives within the next 2 weeks

What exactly does leave it in the bank mean? I think my issue is that I can’t even get in the bank as they said they’ll just pause my order until/if BMW accepts builds with this package.

What was the full timeline?

[rk95]

[QUOTE=Ozz1905;30785395]What exactly does leave it in the bank mean? I think my issue is that I can’t even get in the bank as they said they’ll just pause my order until/if BMW accepts builds with this package.

What was the full timeline?

Allocation May ‘23
Production date 07/‘23
Postponed to 08/‘23
Postponed to 09/‘23
Postponed to 12/‘23
Postponed 01/‘24
Entered production 11/08/2023
Finished build 12/06/2023
RFT around that time
Currently on the boat ETA 1/12 to get into USA port

[Ozz1905]

[QUOTE=rk95;30785480]

Originally Posted by Ozz1905

What exactly does leave it in the bank mean? I think my issue is that I can’t even get in the bank as they said they’ll just pause my order until/if BMW accepts builds with this package.

What was the full timeline?

Allocation May ‘23
Production date 07/‘23
Postponed to 08/‘23
Postponed to 09/‘23
Postponed to 12/‘23
Postponed 01/‘24
Entered production 11/08/2023
Finished build 12/06/2023
RFT around that time
Currently on the boat ETA 1/12 to get into USA port

Thanks but I can’t even get an allocation.
They are saying BMW will not accept any for the builds with the buckets now

[rk95]

[QUOTE=Ozz1905;30785538]Thanks but I can’t even get an allocation.
They are saying BMW will not accept any for the builds with the buckets now

Not too sure what to tell you on that case. Maybe keep your deposit down and wait. Nothing else really to do especially since you don’t have an allocation. It doesn’t really matter until that happens.

[Retro707]

Deals ARE out there

From going firm at $2000 off msrp

To 5k off msrp a couple weeks later

Just keep trying.


Cali dealer too

[rk95]

Originally Posted by Retro707

Deals ARE out there

From going firm at $2000 off msrp

To 5k off msrp a couple weeks later

Just keep trying.


Cali dealer too

Spec?

[JMcLellan]

Originally Posted by Retro707

Deals ARE out there

From going firm at $2000 off msrp

To 5k off msrp a couple weeks later

Just keep trying.


Cali dealer too

Is this for a new or used car? I can't believe a dealer would be selling a new M2 for less than the sticker price.

[M2siast]

Originally Posted by JMcLellan

Is this for a new or used car? I can't believe a dealer would be selling a new M2 for less than the sticker price.

One would surmise it being a new car, since used cars don’t have MSRP, but it’s clown world and words have been meaningless for a while and I’ve seen some talk about MSRP when buying old cars, so you have a point in asking…

[JMcLellan]

Originally Posted by M2siast

One would surmise it being a new car, since used cars don’t have MSRP, but it’s clown world and words have been meaningless for a while and I’ve seen some talk about MSRP when buying old cars, so you have a point in asking…

I just find it hard to believe a dealer would be discounting a new M2. Maybe if its a really unique spec that the buyer backed out on and they don't have other buyers on a waiting list, or if the dealer just sucks at marketing their inventory. If someone can show me a purchase agreement with the discounted price then I will shut up.

[Retro707]

Originally Posted by JMcLellan

I just find it hard to believe a dealer would be discounting a new M2. Maybe if its a really unique spec that the buyer backed out on and they don't have other buyers on a waiting list, or if the dealer just sucks at marketing their inventory. If someone can show me a purchase agreement with the discounted price then I will shut up.

its not really about sucking at marketing.its about maintaining the relationship. Also knowing people in the industry makes a diff. Emails, and amounts are all there but why post it and give up my connection to prove a stranger online wrong? I can guarantee you the deals are out there and its a pretty nice spec. These arent moving as fast or great as most would think. Do a quick search in your area and follow up on it every week. You will see the majority is still there. Market has been changing and with it , negotiations. Cars cant sit longer than 30 days in most dealers, let alone 60,90 etc. Its a numbers game but inventory has to be turned regardless of the unit. No model is safe.

[iifymbro]

Originally Posted by Retro707

its not really about sucking at marketing.its about maintaining the relationship. Also knowing people in the industry makes a diff. Emails, and amounts are all there but why post it and give up my connection to prove a stranger online wrong? I can guarantee you the deals are out there and its a pretty nice spec. These arent moving as fast or great as most would think. Do a quick search in your area and follow up on it every week. You will see the majority is still there. Market has been changing and with it , negotiations. Cars cant sit longer than 30 days in most dealers, let alone 60,90 etc. Its a numbers game but inventory has to be turned regardless of the unit. No model is safe.

There's 3 new ones within 100 miles of me here in South FL on BMWs site and 9 on cars.com lol

[robopp]

Originally Posted by JMcLellan

Is this for a new or used car? I can't believe a dealer would be selling a new M2 for less than the sticker price.

I’ve seen plenty of cars at $4k under msrp for on the lot cars. They go quick though.

[JMcLellan]

Originally Posted by Retro707

its not really about sucking at marketing.its about maintaining the relationship. Also knowing people in the industry makes a diff. Emails, and amounts are all there but why post it and give up my connection to prove a stranger online wrong? I can guarantee you the deals are out there and its a pretty nice spec. These arent moving as fast or great as most would think. Do a quick search in your area and follow up on it every week. You will see the majority is still there. Market has been changing and with it , negotiations. Cars cant sit longer than 30 days in most dealers, let alone 60,90 etc. Its a numbers game but inventory has to be turned regardless of the unit. No model is safe.

Ok, got it. Where I'm located both my dealers are still 10+ people deep with waiting lists for the M2. I suppose there are softer regions/markets out there.

[Retro707]

I am in california. Literally within a 30mile radius, every BMW dealership has 1-3 M2's. Some of which been sitting for over 30-45days.

[Fugly M3]

Originally Posted by Retro707

I am in california. Literally within a 30mile radius, every BMW dealership has 1-3 M2's. Some of which been sitting for over 30-45days.

I've noticed this as well. They want all the money and they're getting none of it. I don't think this is solely due to the styling. I think they've made it too expensive and dealers mostly order loaded cars. It's now too expensive to be a value and too much of a value to be expensive.