[nostrum09]

Originally Posted by CMD

Congrats! I took delivery on mine the day before you placed your order. The wait was a bitch but worth it, of course. This forum helped me through it.

Manaco Blue with Black leather will look awesome!

Thanks! I saw the Monaco Blue in the 3-series brochure and was sold on the color, and then saw the black/aluminum trim combo in there too. Saw the colors at the dealer (not on the same car, unfortunately) and was very happy

[Tykes22]

I placed an order on 5th of September. Luckily I was included in the Sept. quota of my dealer so i'm taking delivery next week (39/09/2005). Oh BTW I live just a stone's throw from Munich.

I passed by the dealer yesterday and was told that it is in prod'n. They gave me my chasis no already. Do you think I should start chilling the champagne already?

Looking forward to post some pics in this forum....

[bmyers]

For some reason, I thought it would be entertaining, or at least pass the time, to document my experience with the ordering process. Other's would call it OCD. Either way, here's what's happened to me over the past month or so:

8/18 Ordered Car. Received production number on Owner’s Circle. Scheduled for production.

8/25 Dealer: BMW production started 8/25, can't add Comfort Access.

9/2 Phone: Vehicle is in production, complete 9/9. Received VIN #

9/7 Phone: In body shop, complete 9/9

9/8 Phone: In paint shop, complete 9/9

9/9 Phone: In transit to port of exit

9/10 Phone: Production complete. Awaiting release to carrier.

9/12 Dealer: Emailed that car is built and on its way soon

9/13 Phone: Status changed back to In Transport to Port of Exit.

9/14 Phone: Vehicle is at port awaiting shipping vessel. No shipping info yet.

9/14 Owner’s Circle: Now Awaiting Transport

9/20 Phone: Car is in transit.Think it's on the NYK Auto Banner, scheduled into Port Hueneme on 10/16/05.

9/21 Owner’s Circle: En Route

[Femme]

Placed order last week for a 330i "Dynamic Executive" Sparkling Graphite with manual transmission, Terra leather, alu trim, Logic 7 audio and 19" Alpina Classic wheels. The Dynamic Exective package from BMW Netherlands includes sport seats, sport suspension, xenon headlights, light package, alarm system, PDC rear and some other things. The car should be ready to drive in the first week of 2006.

[RedLeader]

First post here. I am deployed in the Army currently. Ordered my E90 from my dealer at $3,000 off of MSRP. My previous car was a 98 E36 M3 in techno-violet.

New car won't be ready until the middle of 2006 but I'm locked in with a deposit. I thought $3,000 off was a pretty good deal. Some details, 6SP, Titanium silver, black leather, aluminum trim. Luxury package, sport package, and cold weather package. Pre-wiring for Sirius and the electric rear window shade.

[chrissal1]

Why such a long wait?

[ericd]

In Denver, CO.

My dealer is offering $1800 off all wagons - it might be a nationwide thingy, but I took them up on it.

Just ordered a 325xi touring - Alpine white with beige leather, Sport with 161 wheel upgrade (parallel 5-spoke 17"), Premium, 6-speed, Xenon, heated seats, base audio, sat wiring. Week 44 build.

Eric

[ska///235i]

I DID IT!!!!!

Boston MA

Artic 325 XI, black leather/Aluminum Trim
ZPP & ZSP
Automatic
Xenon Lights
Fold Down Chairs...lol
Navigation

:rocks:

[MikeB]

Ordered last week!!

E91 Touring
320D SE
Sparkling Graphite
Grey Leather
Matt titanium trim
Velour mats
Headlight washer
Heated Seats
Rain sensor / automatic headlight control

Also tested the 325i . The diesel with it's 16" tyres (petrol has 17") had a noticibly better ride and the extra torque made for easier driving. Did not like the noise of the 325i when accelerating hard.

Worked out that the running cost for the 320D and 325i allowing for 12,000 miles a year and depreciation. The initial oulay of the petrol engine was over £800 more and would cost £1,000 per year more to run.

Initially wanted brushed aluminium trim but dents and scratches on saloon demonstrator put me off prety guickly.

Hope to have the car in early November.

MikeB

[legalantz]

Just received the car Oct 1 (after approx 2 mo.) and finalized the deal.

45,420 MSRP
41,620 Invoice
42,500 Paid (Negotiated Price) - in L.A.!

[legalantz]

Originally Posted by legalantz

Just received the car Oct 1 (after approx 2 mo.) and finalized the deal.

45,420 MSRP
41,620 Invoice
42,500 Paid (Negotiated Price) - in L.A.!

Posted in the wrong thread - sorry. Please excuse the newbie.

[moonzappa]

This is my first bimmer and after test driving it I had to have it. Placed my order in July but wanted Comfort Access so the order was delayed until September. The car is currently is at the final preparation center awaiting transport to the dealer. I can't wait! Here's what I ordered with the 330i:

Arctic Metallic w/beige interior & Poplar Trim
Premium Package
Automatic
Navigation
Sirius Radio
Heated Seats
Comfort Access
PDC
Clear Protection Film kit

:rocks:

[natalia]

Originally Posted by moonzappa

This is my first bimmer and after test driving it I had to have it. Placed my order in July but wanted Comfort Access so the order was delayed until September. The car is currently is at the final preparation center awaiting transport to the dealer. I can't wait! Here's what I ordered with the 330i:

Arctic Metallic w/beige interior & Poplar Trim
Premium Package
Automatic
Navigation
Sirius Radio
Heated Seats
Comfort Access
PDC
Clear Protection Film kit

:rocks:

What kind of clear protection film kit did you order? How much was it and the dealer installs it?

[moonzappa]

According to the dealer, it is made by 3M to fit the car and sold thru BMW. The total cost including the kit and labor is around $900. The dealer found someone who has the experience to install the kit who does not work for the dealership.

[stuka]

Originally Posted by Rapscallion

Ordered on the 2nd of April. Won't take delivery until late September

325i Sport
Sapphire Black
Anthracite cloth/leather
Xenon headlights
Sport package (which will likely include Sports seats, half leather/alcantara, sport body kit, sport suspension and 18" wheels)
Sun blinds
Bluetooth

Can you please tell me the option code for Anthracite cloth/leather? I know it is not a listed option for U.S. cars, but back in the E46 M3 days in the U.S., you CAN get alcantara (yes, in November 2001), if you have a dealer that was willing to bug the port and you know the code for the option (F2AT).

We are trying to get an E90 for my wife, and we have pretty much decided on the 325 because it weighs 130 pounds less, and doesn't have power seats standard (easy to get in and out by sliding the seats back in one quick motion).

[stuka]

Originally Posted by natalia

What kind of clear protection film kit did you order? How much was it and the dealer installs it?

It is more important to find a GOOD installer.

I had clearbra put on my E46 M3 before I drove it off the lot, and will always do that for all new cars.

The only thing I would caution you is that the clearbra will yellow after time, doesn't matter what brand, and that if you have a white car, it will be noticeable. I have a yellow and a black car, so it was not an issue.

If you must have a white car though, it is still worth it because I simply cannot stand to look at my car with the entire front chipped to hell by little rocks from day to day driving.

[england1987]

I placed an order yesterday for a 2007 BMW 335i. I ordered it in Sparkling Graphite metallic paint with black interior and burl walnut wood trim. I ordered it with the sports package, premium package, iDrive SatNav. I'm debating whether to get 6-speed auto or manual. I placed a five hundred dollar deposit, and will pick it up in spartanburg in fall sometime.

[MB330]

Originally Posted by england1987

I placed an order yesterday for a 2007 BMW 335i. I ordered it in Sparkling Graphite metallic paint with black interior and burl walnut wood trim. I ordered it with the sports package, premium package, iDrive SatNav. I'm debating whether to get 6-speed auto or manual. I placed a five hundred dollar deposit, and will pick it up in spartanburg in fall sometime.

Are you for sure?

[england1987]

pretty sure

[KL2DC]

I guess I'll add to the thread

Ordered on 01/27/06

325i
SG
Black 'ette
Poplar
Step
PDC
Xenons
Sirius
Performance Center

SA flipped a 112 status, still waiting for production date, any day now (I hope). Nevertheless going through the waiting jitters and have bugged SA on several occassions on color/trim/options changes (for e.g. went from arktis to mystic to SG)

Probably another 5 weeks wait plus 1-2 week for PCD??

First Bimmer, long time admirer and boards lurker Thank you to all.

[RGRAY]

Originally Posted by KL2DC

I guess I'll add to the thread

Ordered on 01/27/06

SA flipped a 112 status, still waiting for production date...

Ok,

I ordered mine 1/28/06

330xi
Sparkling Graphite
Terra Leather
Walnut Burl
Automatic
Sports Package
Heated Seats
Comfort Access

I too just received my 112 status today.

[imola cab]

RG I got the same car except poplar wood trim.....In NY now at VPC.

Good taste.