Do not order if you live in UK.. Lead time is ...

acey81 · 04-06-2011, 10:26 AM

If my car gets delayed I'm going to cancel. I think that the long waiting times are hurting sales, but I guess BMW don't really care at this point. Where is the balance? 16 days for ordering in the states, to 9 months in Europe? And we have to pay a premium on top of that.

Nahoa · 04-06-2011, 08:30 PM

Did you complain about long wait times in the US for models produced in Germany and Austria? The "premium" prices you pay have nothing to do with BMW profits and everything to do with your country's own tariffs an taxes Talk to your politicians and enjoy your social services, long summer holidays, maternity and paternity leave -- 'cause you're paying for all that with your car purchase (and other taxes) and not sending more money to BMW as a "premium" customer.

sfax · 04-07-2011, 04:16 AM

Exchange rates can play a huge part as well. BMWs are sold in Euros. In 2007 GBP/EUR peaked at about 1 GBP = 1.51 EUR so a 50,000 EUR car would cost 33,110 GBP. It's now 1 GBP = 1.14 EUR so a 50,000 EUR car costs 43,860 GBP => over 10,000 GBP difference

Bimar · 04-07-2011, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by sfax

Exchange rates can play a huge part as well. BMWs are sold in Euros. In 2007 GBP/EUR peaked at about 1 GBP = 1.51 EUR so a 50,000 EUR car would cost 33,110 GBP. It's now 1 GBP = 1.14 EUR so a 50,000 EUR car costs 43,860 GBP => over 10,000 GBP difference

I am also charged in Euro and last 3 months its appreciated 20% making car cost 15000 euro more from January so waiting it out or buy an used X5 if it remains the same by years end.

AJWilson · 04-07-2011, 11:31 AM

Bimar · 04-07-2011, 12:19 PM

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6 month+ wait plus 50% down with an unpredictable currency fluctuation...still not giving up, the X3 is just the right size for me.

sfax · 04-07-2011, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by inamik75

6 month+ wait plus 50% down with an unpredictable currency fluctuation...still not giving up, the X3 is just the right size for me.

It says a lot for the X3 that you haven't given up when faced with a 50% deposit for a 6 month wait and rising prices. I hope to see your new X3 pics on here one day

Bimar · 04-07-2011, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by sfax

It says a lot for the X3 that you haven't given up when faced with a 50% deposit for a 6 month wait and rising prices. I hope to see your new X3 pics on here one day

Hopeful too, If uk had it in petrol I would have bought by now for Uk diesel is Euro 5 spec requires 5ppm diesel from what I heard here best is 500ppm and dealer here imports a detuned diesel euro 3 spec bmws

BMWZ4 · 04-08-2011, 02:30 PM

Maybe you should try this guy's approach! Still a long lead, but he definitely got something while he waits!

http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/08/a...s-free-s4-unt/

AJWilson · 04-08-2011, 03:12 PM

Mr BMW would fall of his chair laughing, if we asked for that

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Maybe you should try this guy's approach! Still a long lead, but he definitely got something while he waits!

http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/08/a...s-free-s4-unt/

W3dge · 04-08-2011, 04:00 PM

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Mr BMW would fall of his chair laughing, if we asked for that

His golden throne more like!

BIMMER UK 76 · 04-10-2011, 03:17 AM

Dealer told me during handover that they are taking orders for Feb 2012

Still rare as hens teeth locally and likely to stay that way for some time

He also mentioned that they are contacting people next week with existing orders about options that are effected by parts sourced from Japan

BIMMER UK 76 · 04-10-2011, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by BIMMER UK 76

Still rare as hens teeth locally and likely to stay that way for some time

Saw a mineral silver at fosse park 30 mins after posting

Bustofa · 04-10-2011, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by BIMMER UK 76

He also mentioned that they are contacting people next week with existing orders about options that are effected by parts sourced from Japan

Not looking forward to receiving that particular call

but hopefully all will be sorted for a week 38 build.

cooldude00 · 04-10-2011, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by BIMMER UK 76

He also mentioned that they are contacting people next week with existing orders about options that are effected by parts sourced from Japan

i order 6NH too..... ar well.. guess i can still add the dynamic pack then....

Waffle · 04-27-2011, 06:13 PM

Ordered mid December and just delivered to the dealer. Delivery next week

BIMMER UK 76 · 04-28-2011, 01:14 PM

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Ordered mid December and just delivered to the dealer. Delivery next week

Congrats, exciting times!

Do you have a collection day?

Waffle · 05-10-2011, 05:56 PM

For photos follow the link below.

http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=528913

robwoods · 05-12-2011, 11:04 AM

Ordered my X3 XDrive 2.0d on Dec 1st 2010 from Sytner Nottingham, took delivery 2 days ago. They confirm Feb 2012 for a new one ordered now. Mind you, people are waiting 4 weeks for an iPad 2 depending on model ordered in the UK right now, maybe our island is too small for these big freight ships to find?

AJWilson · 05-12-2011, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by robwoods

Ordered my X3 XDrive 2.0d on Dec 1st 2010 from Sytner Nottingham, took delivery 2 days ago. They confirm Feb 2012 for a new one ordered now. Mind you, people are waiting 4 weeks for an iPad 2 depending on model ordered in the UK right now, maybe our island is too small for these big freight ships to find?

TuffLittleUnit · 05-14-2011, 04:13 PM

I've given up paying any real interest in when mine will arrive. I'll just end up wishing the summer away and there are far better things to do with life. My A5 is already a month over its contract and the best my company is offering me until the X3 arrives in October is a reallocated 318d SE saloon. I mean, seriously. I think I'm going to start stalking nice company cars in the car park, finding out who they belong to and finding ways of getting them sacked so I can pick up their motors for now. Does that sounds slightly obsessive?

SomeRandomer123 · 05-14-2011, 04:17 PM

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And your solution is to dissuade others from buying the very car you want so badly? It's no longer a good car 'cause you can't have one when you want it?

It's actually quite ingenious if you think about it. He's trying to dissuade others from ordering to cut down the lead times for himself. Devilishly clever.

Extremely clever! The Evoque is smaller than the X3, more X1 sized.

04-06-2011, 10:26 AM	#45
acey81 First Lieutenant 48 Rep 313 Posts Drives: F15 X5 40d M-sport; F80 M3 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockholm, Sweden iTrader: (0)	If my car gets delayed I'm going to cancel. I think that the long waiting times are hurting sales, but I guess BMW don't really care at this point. Where is the balance? 16 days for ordering in the states, to 9 months in Europe? And we have to pay a premium on top of that.
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Nahoa Lieutenant Colonel 45 Rep 1,876 Posts Drives: F25 35i Mineral Silver/Black Join Date: May 2008 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	Did you complain about long wait times in the US for models produced in Germany and Austria? The "premium" prices you pay have nothing to do with BMW profits and everything to do with your country's own tariffs an taxes Talk to your politicians and enjoy your social services, long summer holidays, maternity and paternity leave -- 'cause you're paying for all that with your car purchase (and other taxes) and not sending more money to BMW as a "premium" customer. __________________
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04-07-2011, 04:16 AM	#47
sfax Brigadier General 91 Rep 3,855 Posts Drives: BMW X3 2011 F25 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Berkshire, UK iTrader: (0)	Exchange rates can play a huge part as well. BMWs are sold in Euros. In 2007 GBP/EUR peaked at about 1 GBP = 1.51 EUR so a 50,000 EUR car would cost 33,110 GBP. It's now 1 GBP = 1.14 EUR so a 50,000 EUR car costs 43,860 GBP => over 10,000 GBP difference __________________ F25 xDrive20d SE __ professional multimedia package \| dynamic package \| climate package \| 309s \| xline \| xenons \| electric seats \| folding mirrors \| business speakers
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04-07-2011, 11:31 AM	#49
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04-10-2011, 03:17 AM	#56
BIMMER UK 76 Major 48 Rep 1,089 Posts Drives: BMW F25 X3 20d SE Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0)	Dealer told me during handover that they are taking orders for Feb 2012 Still rare as hens teeth locally and likely to stay that way for some time He also mentioned that they are contacting people next week with existing orders about options that are effected by parts sourced from Japan __________________ BMW F25 X3 xDRIVE 20d SE Black Sapphire \| Oyster Leather \| Fineline Sienna Wood \| 307 V Spokes \| Auto \| Prof Multimedia Package \| xLine Package \| Xenons \| Business Radio \| Sports Steering Wheel \| Sports Seats \| Panoramic Sunroof \| Sun Protection Glass \| Sun Blinds \| Folding Ext. Mirrors + Titanium Grille \| Chrome Exhaust Trim \| Mudflaps
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Waffle Private 19 Rep 84 Posts Drives: BMW F25 X3 xDrive20d SE Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	The long wait is nearly over ... it is now! For photos follow the link below. http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=528913 __________________ BMW F25 X3 xDrive20d SE black sapphire \| black nevada leather \| wave wood \| 19" double spoke alloys \| xline \| xenons \| business advanced media package \| electric seats \| dab \| extended storage \| grey shade band \| auto
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05-12-2011, 11:04 AM	#63
robwoods Private 11 Rep 78 Posts Drives: BMW 220d Gran Tourer Auto Join Date: May 2011 Location: Nottingham, UK iTrader: (0)	Ordered my X3 XDrive 2.0d on Dec 1st 2010 from Sytner Nottingham, took delivery 2 days ago. They confirm Feb 2012 for a new one ordered now. Mind you, people are waiting 4 weeks for an iPad 2 depending on model ordered in the UK right now, maybe our island is too small for these big freight ships to find?
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05-14-2011, 04:13 PM	#65
TuffLittleUnit Lieutenant 112 Rep 517 Posts Drives: G26 420d MSport Pro Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Leeds, UK iTrader: (0)	I've given up paying any real interest in when mine will arrive. I'll just end up wishing the summer away and there are far better things to do with life. My A5 is already a month over its contract and the best my company is offering me until the X3 arrives in October is a reallocated 318d SE saloon. I mean, seriously. I think I'm going to start stalking nice company cars in the car park, finding out who they belong to and finding ways of getting them sacked so I can pick up their motors for now. Does that sounds slightly obsessive? __________________ G26 420d Gran Coupe MSport Black on black, MSport Pro Pack, Comfort Plus Pack, Harman Kardon audio
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