the latest info on the CARB holdup: held till 10-24

ulrichd · 10-08-2008, 02:40 PM

Found this on bimmerfile:

The EPA has not certified the following models as of today: X6 xDrive35i, 135i, 335i and 535i and are not expected to pass the CARB requirements until around the 24th. These models may be delayed being sent to dealers due to these certification hold ups.

JLight · 10-08-2008, 02:47 PM

OH FOR CRYING OUT LOUD!?!!

drewnyc135 · 10-08-2008, 03:04 PM

we shall see... maybe it wont be that long a wait

M3_Dust · 10-08-2008, 08:03 PM

what is the MPG going to be rated at?

monaco1 · 10-09-2008, 06:28 AM

does this effect ED i am schedueled to pick up my 09 135i next wednesday Oct 15 that would suck if i went there and wasnt able to pick up my car

1erich · 10-09-2008, 09:39 AM

No way would it affect ED. It sounds to me like somebody really dropped the ball at BMW. My car is being shipped through Canada right now so it isn't a problem for us.

JLight · 10-09-2008, 09:48 AM

I have a "check in" call with my dealer later today, I'll keep everyone posted with what I hear.

AchtungF80 · 10-09-2008, 10:25 AM

This better not delay my euro delivery '08 coming in on the 18th...i waited 6mo for this.

JLight · 10-09-2008, 10:26 AM

As I understand it this is a 2009 thing, your 2008 should be all set.

Dave Mac · 10-09-2008, 03:39 PM

I talked to my dealer today and they are not betting that the cars will be out soon. I'm going NUTS! A friend of mine is buying my Evo RS but he can't get it from me until the BMW's are here. Aarrgghhh....

Dave Mac - waiting in Dillsburg (woo-hoo)

drewnyc135 · 10-09-2008, 03:58 PM

my dealer says he shows an estimated delivery of the 26th...but it could come as early as next week. not sure anyone really knows what's up here... just hang in there!

JLight · 10-09-2008, 04:21 PM

This is what I was told, could be late next week or it could be late in the month I am so ready for my car

eleM3ntal · 10-09-2008, 05:02 PM

This really blows. I'm turning in my current car on Wednesday. How long am I going to be without a ride?

JLight · 10-09-2008, 06:26 PM

Will know more tomorrow, I missed the chance to call my dealer back today... We have another car in the house, the 7, but I really need my car NOW!!!!

JLight · 10-10-2008, 11:37 AM

UPDATE:

Just spoke to my dealer, the 135's 335, 535's (any 35 engine) is held up at PDCs not sure when they will be released.

Called up BMW NA and asked what the heck was going on and they said that the EPA "spot checked" the "35" engine and that they have no control, it is a random check and all the 2009's are held up and they don't know when they will be sent on to dealers.

No major news but that's what I have

instantexpert · 10-10-2008, 12:03 PM

This whole delay is making that '08 0.9% financing very, very attractive. If they had a car with silver trim and CA on the lot, I'd be hard pressed to justify waiting for the '09 for nav alone.

drewnyc135 · 10-10-2008, 12:07 PM

yup...its all true. just called customer service and they have absolutely no idea when the cars will be released. its up to the government.

JLight · 10-10-2008, 12:39 PM

Thankfully we have a 2nd car in the house but for crying out loud... I wonder if BMW could have sent a early 2009 "35" car/engine for pre testing so the market place wouldn't be completely held up?

morgie2 · 10-10-2008, 12:47 PM

If customs or whoever "spot checked" the cars, there's nothing BMW can or could have done. As I stated in another thread, the government feels like this on importing goods, "it's not a right but a Priviledge to be able to import goods into the country." I used to bring in wood decking from overseas and would occasionally have a shipment delayed as a "spot check". I won't even tell you how much they don't care about annoying the owner, and I had already paid for the wood. I won't tell you how long either.

Dave Mac · 10-10-2008, 02:49 PM

^ That suxorz morgie2. I hope they make nice though and release our cars soon. (sigh).

DM

maxfx · 10-10-2008, 08:15 PM

This afternoon I received an email from someone at BMW Western Region Distribution saying that all twin-turbo engined cars are being held for CARB certification and, "Hoping they will be released by Oct 28th."

When I asked my CA why cars that aren't destined for California are being held for California Air Resource Board certification he said that it is probably due to the fact that all BMW's sold in the U.S. are 50-state certified.

I'm down to one car, having sold my 2007 VW Rabbit, and have already purchased airfare and two non-refundable hotel nights. Fortunately the dealer has offered to reimburse the airline change fee and the hotel nights. :w00t:

Papito135 · 10-11-2008, 10:41 AM

Don't you love your democratic congress and your republican president. With the help of the tree huggers.

10-08-2008, 02:40 PM	#1
ulrichd Colonel 210 Rep 2,233 Posts Drives: 128i M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (6)	the latest info on the CARB holdup: held till 10-24 Found this on bimmerfile: The EPA has not certified the following models as of today: X6 xDrive35i, 135i, 335i and 535i and are not expected to pass the CARB requirements until around the 24th. These models may be delayed being sent to dealers due to these certification hold ups.
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monaco1 Enlisted Member 3 Rep 43 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	does this effect ED i am schedueled to pick up my 09 135i next wednesday Oct 15 that would suck if i went there and wasnt able to pick up my car
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10-09-2008, 09:39 AM	#6
1erich Second Lieutenant 4 Rep 244 Posts Drives: 09 135i Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	No way would it affect ED. It sounds to me like somebody really dropped the ball at BMW. My car is being shipped through Canada right now so it isn't a problem for us.
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JLight Private First Class 1 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2008 iTrader: (0)	I have a "check in" call with my dealer later today, I'll keep everyone posted with what I hear. __________________ Future 2009 135 Vert Owner: Alpine White, Red, Black Trim & Top Cold Weather, Premium & Sport Package 6-Man, Comf. Access, PDC, Nav, HD, Sat. Radio, Premium Hi-Fi, Ipod, Smartphone integ. - Finished Production 1st week of Sept. - - 9/11/08 = 1er arrived at the port - 9/16/08 = Don Q to USA - 10/3/08 = Arrived to VPC in Georgia - Estimated Delivery = WHO KNOWS?
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JLight Private First Class 1 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2008 iTrader: (0)	As I understand it this is a 2009 thing, your 2008 should be all set. __________________ Future 2009 135 Vert Owner: Alpine White, Red, Black Trim & Top Cold Weather, Premium & Sport Package 6-Man, Comf. Access, PDC, Nav, HD, Sat. Radio, Premium Hi-Fi, Ipod, Smartphone integ. - Finished Production 1st week of Sept. - - 9/11/08 = 1er arrived at the port - 9/16/08 = Don Q to USA - 10/3/08 = Arrived to VPC in Georgia - Estimated Delivery = WHO KNOWS?
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Dave Mac Private First Class 1 Rep 122 Posts Drives: Join Date: Aug 2008 iTrader: (0)	I talked to my dealer today and they are not betting that the cars will be out soon. I'm going NUTS! A friend of mine is buying my Evo RS but he can't get it from me until the BMW's are here. Aarrgghhh.... Dave Mac - waiting in Dillsburg (woo-hoo)
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drewnyc135 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 31 Posts Drives: Join Date: Aug 2008 iTrader: (0)	my dealer says he shows an estimated delivery of the 26th...but it could come as early as next week. not sure anyone really knows what's up here... just hang in there! __________________ 2009 135i - JET BLACK - BLACK LEATHERETTE - GLOSS BLACK TRIM - STEPTRONIC - SPORT - NAV - HD - iPOD - BLUETOOTH - ASSIST
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JLight Private First Class 1 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2008 iTrader: (0)	This is what I was told, could be late next week or it could be late in the month I am so ready for my car __________________ Future 2009 135 Vert Owner: Alpine White, Red, Black Trim & Top Cold Weather, Premium & Sport Package 6-Man, Comf. Access, PDC, Nav, HD, Sat. Radio, Premium Hi-Fi, Ipod, Smartphone integ. - Finished Production 1st week of Sept. - - 9/11/08 = 1er arrived at the port - 9/16/08 = Don Q to USA - 10/3/08 = Arrived to VPC in Georgia - Estimated Delivery = WHO KNOWS?
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eleM3ntal New Member 0 Rep 13 Posts Drives: 2013 E92 M3 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Miami iTrader: (0)	This really blows. I'm turning in my current car on Wednesday. How long am I going to be without a ride?
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JLight Private First Class 1 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2008 iTrader: (0)	Will know more tomorrow, I missed the chance to call my dealer back today... We have another car in the house, the 7, but I really need my car NOW!!!! __________________ Future 2009 135 Vert Owner: Alpine White, Red, Black Trim & Top Cold Weather, Premium & Sport Package 6-Man, Comf. Access, PDC, Nav, HD, Sat. Radio, Premium Hi-Fi, Ipod, Smartphone integ. - Finished Production 1st week of Sept. - - 9/11/08 = 1er arrived at the port - 9/16/08 = Don Q to USA - 10/3/08 = Arrived to VPC in Georgia - Estimated Delivery = WHO KNOWS?
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JLight Private First Class 1 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2008 iTrader: (0)	UPDATE: Just spoke to my dealer, the 135's 335, 535's (any 35 engine) is held up at PDCs not sure when they will be released. Called up BMW NA and asked what the heck was going on and they said that the EPA "spot checked" the "35" engine and that they have no control, it is a random check and all the 2009's are held up and they don't know when they will be sent on to dealers. No major news but that's what I have __________________ Future 2009 135 Vert Owner: Alpine White, Red, Black Trim & Top Cold Weather, Premium & Sport Package 6-Man, Comf. Access, PDC, Nav, HD, Sat. Radio, Premium Hi-Fi, Ipod, Smartphone integ. - Finished Production 1st week of Sept. - - 9/11/08 = 1er arrived at the port - 9/16/08 = Don Q to USA - 10/3/08 = Arrived to VPC in Georgia - Estimated Delivery = WHO KNOWS?
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instantexpert Second Lieutenant 38 Rep 203 Posts Drives: 2017 X5 40e Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0)	This whole delay is making that '08 0.9% financing very, very attractive. If they had a car with silver trim and CA on the lot, I'd be hard pressed to justify waiting for the '09 for nav alone.
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drewnyc135 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 31 Posts Drives: Join Date: Aug 2008 iTrader: (0)	yup...its all true. just called customer service and they have absolutely no idea when the cars will be released. its up to the government. __________________ 2009 135i - JET BLACK - BLACK LEATHERETTE - GLOSS BLACK TRIM - STEPTRONIC - SPORT - NAV - HD - iPOD - BLUETOOTH - ASSIST
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JLight Private First Class 1 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2008 iTrader: (0)	Thankfully we have a 2nd car in the house but for crying out loud... I wonder if BMW could have sent a early 2009 "35" car/engine for pre testing so the market place wouldn't be completely held up? __________________ Future 2009 135 Vert Owner: Alpine White, Red, Black Trim & Top Cold Weather, Premium & Sport Package 6-Man, Comf. Access, PDC, Nav, HD, Sat. Radio, Premium Hi-Fi, Ipod, Smartphone integ. - Finished Production 1st week of Sept. - - 9/11/08 = 1er arrived at the port - 9/16/08 = Don Q to USA - 10/3/08 = Arrived to VPC in Georgia - Estimated Delivery = WHO KNOWS?
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morgie2 First Lieutenant 16 Rep 377 Posts Drives: 135i convertible Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	If customs or whoever "spot checked" the cars, there's nothing BMW can or could have done. As I stated in another thread, the government feels like this on importing goods, "it's not a right but a Priviledge to be able to import goods into the country." I used to bring in wood decking from overseas and would occasionally have a shipment delayed as a "spot check". I won't even tell you how much they don't care about annoying the owner, and I had already paid for the wood. I won't tell you how long either.
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10-10-2008, 02:49 PM	#20
Dave Mac Private First Class 1 Rep 122 Posts Drives: Join Date: Aug 2008 iTrader: (0)	^ That suxorz morgie2. I hope they make nice though and release our cars soon. (sigh). DM
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10-10-2008, 08:15 PM	#21
maxfx Enlisted Member 0 Rep 30 Posts Drives: 128i Coupe Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Oregon iTrader: (0)	BMW is hoping they'll be released by October 28... This afternoon I received an email from someone at BMW Western Region Distribution saying that all twin-turbo engined cars are being held for CARB certification and, "Hoping they will be released by Oct 28th." When I asked my CA why cars that aren't destined for California are being held for California Air Resource Board certification he said that it is probably due to the fact that all BMW's sold in the U.S. are 50-state certified. I'm down to one car, having sold my 2007 VW Rabbit, and have already purchased airfare and two non-refundable hotel nights. Fortunately the dealer has offered to reimburse the airline change fee and the hotel nights. :w00t:
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Papito135 First Lieutenant 4 Rep 366 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 135i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Georgia iTrader: (0)	Don't you love your democratic congress and your republican president. With the help of the tree huggers. __________________ US Army 11C 1983-1993 09 Sedona Red Metallic 135i 09 Ford F-150 Platinum
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