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      07-10-2011, 08:14 PM   #6
raleedy
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Here's why: when an order is placed, and a production number is assigned, it typically goes to a slot that was previously occupied by another order. BMW builds only to order, but orders frequently get canceled, leaving a slot in the production schedule to be filled. First they fill it with your order, then they change the schedule to reflect the particular details of your order. If they didn't do it this way, there would be empty slots on the production line and you'd be waiting longer for your car.
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