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[Guildenstern]

I don't know about the custom thing. If so David, you'll be getting a call.

But here's the ones they sell from the website.

http://www.bmw-online.com/BMWRA_products.asp?page=9&mm=Accessories+%26+Gifts &c=Scale+Models&sc=Current+BMWs&m=Automotive&r1=&m d=&a1=ON&d1=ON&i1=ON&p1=1&p2=10&s1=&bplo=&bphi=

Don't know if you can get it by Christmas, But you can try.

[dbtheo]

Originally Posted by jkp1187

Looks like my travel plans are starting to firm up. I think my European trip is going to take place in May 2009.

Would it be advisable to put in an order before December 31 -- to lock in a price when dealers are trying to move cars for the end of the year? Or should I wait until February or March, say?

Well it never hurts to get your stuff locked, there is no additional incentive for dealer for ed before the end of the year. Just remember you need atleast 9 weeks to book your ED. Good luck!

[dbtheo]

Originally Posted by syenisch

I heard you can order a custom diecast through the dealer with whatever options you want (paint, interior, etc.). Is this true? If not, how much do they run, and would they be available before Christmas?

not sure, I'll check on wed when I get back to work

[jkp1187]

Originally Posted by dbtheo

Well it never hurts to get your stuff locked, there is no additional incentive for dealer for ed before the end of the year. Just remember you need atleast 9 weeks to book your ED. Good luck!

Thanks -- oh one more question, they're still offering the Euro + PCD in the States combo, right?

[dbtheo]

Originally Posted by jkp1187

Thanks -- oh one more question, they're still offering the Euro + PCD in the States combo, right?

Yep, matter of fact 2 guys from here just finished up doing so:smile:

[AtomiK]

I know this might sound a little crazy, but would there be any chance that a 2008 M3 might cost around the same (through some intense negotiations) as a well equipped 2009 135i if I waited until late January or early February to buy a car? To throw out a ballpark figure, like $42,000. This is assuming all the 2008 M3s haven't been snatched up beforehand. Thanks.

[Gladius]

::facepalm::

[AtomiK]

Originally Posted by Gladius

::facepalm::

Crap. That was a dumb question wasn't it? I'm going to have to blame it on the fact that this is my first time buying a new car. :smile:

[syenisch]

Originally Posted by dbtheo

not sure, I'll check on wed when I get back to work

db, just wondering if you found an answer to my question regarding the diecasts? Don't mean to be impatient, but Christmas is around the corner, and my birthday is Jan. 5, so time is growing shorter by the day! :wink:

[dbtheo]

Originally Posted by syenisch

db, just wondering if you found an answer to my question regarding the diecasts? Don't mean to be impatient, but Christmas is around the corner, and my birthday is Jan. 5, so time is growing shorter by the day! :wink:

just checked with my parts dept, they have not head of custom orders... doesn't mean it cant be done though...

[dbtheo]

Originally Posted by AtomiK

I know this might sound a little crazy, but would there be any chance that a 2008 M3 might cost around the same (through some intense negotiations) as a well equipped 2009 135i if I waited until late January or early February to buy a car? To throw out a ballpark figure, like $42,000. This is assuming all the 2008 M3s haven't been snatched up beforehand. Thanks.

probably not in the range of a 135, but more like 335 range

[syenisch]

db, got another question for you!

I'm going to be faxing orders to many, many different states. I will be taking delivery at the Performance Center in South Carolina. Do I pay sales tax for Florida (where I live), South Carolina, or for the state where the dealership that accepts my offer is located?

Thanks!!

[dbtheo]

Originally Posted by syenisch

db, got another question for you!

I'm going to be faxing orders to many, many different states. I will be taking delivery at the Performance Center in South Carolina. Do I pay sales tax for Florida (where I live), South Carolina, or for the state where the dealership that accepts my offer is located?

Thanks!!

depends on which state accepts your order

[IrvRobinson2]

Originally Posted by syenisch

db, got another question for you!

I'm going to be faxing orders to many, many different states. I will be taking delivery at the Performance Center in South Carolina. Do I pay sales tax for Florida (where I live), South Carolina, or for the state where the dealership that accepts my offer is located?

Thanks!!

You're taxed according to where you live,not where you purchase.Remember,you can do ED first and then PCD for no extra charge.You can do this with any CA in the country.......

[dbtheo]

Originally Posted by IrvRobinson

You're taxed according to where you live,not where you purchase.Remember,you can do ED first and then PCD for no extra charge.You can do this with any CA in the country.......

correct,

to clarify my previous statement, depending onthe state where you order is placed will determine if that state collects the tax for you or you pay back home.

[Alow]

If one is doing a PCD with accessories installed at the PCD, what is the latest time you can close the deal? 2 weeks before the PCD delivery? 3 weeks?

Thanks.

[dbtheo]

Originally Posted by Alow

If one is doing a PCD with accessories installed at the PCD, what is the latest time you can close the deal? 2 weeks before the PCD delivery? 3 weeks?

Thanks.

Well with accessories, they like to have everything atleast 2 weeks out to ensure they have the parts

[Reach]

Are financial incentives (e.g: ordering a 1 series with 0.9% or 1.9% financing) a nationwide standard, or do they vary by dealer / state / whatever?

2 dealers now have both told me 0 financing incentives available for the 2009 135i (only 2008s at the moment) and that I might have better luck if I check back in January. Yet, I believe I read in another member's thread that he got 0.9% financing this month!

Basically, is there a 'golden list' or is it up to the dealer to decide what they want to offer from BMW's 'menu' of financing incentives?

[dbtheo]

Originally Posted by Reach

Are financial incentives (e.g: ordering a 1 series with 0.9% or 1.9% financing) a nationwide standard, or do they vary by dealer / state / whatever?

2 dealers now have both told me 0 financing incentives available for the 2009 135i (only 2008s at the moment) and that I might have better luck if I check back in January. Yet, I believe I read in another member's thread that he got 0.9% financing this month!

Basically, is there a 'golden list' or is it up to the dealer to decide what they want to offer from BMW's 'menu' of financing incentives?

as of this moment there is no 0.9 financing 2009 135's. I suppose it could vary for different regions.

edit: for these special rates, it is not up to dealers

[HighQ]

Am I correct in thinking that the 128 and 135 sideskirts have a different design?

[dbtheo]

Originally Posted by RollerBearing

Am I correct in thinking that the 128 and 135 sideskirts have a different design?

I think they are the same... but I'll have a looksy

[bimmerfan15]

Is there a list of dealers/sponsors that frequent 1addicts.com? I've gotten BMWFS approval and am looking for a 2008 or 2009 135i. Thanks and sorry if this has been posted elsewhere.