Its ordered....

greg2step · 08-13-2011, 01:12 PM

just put down my deposit....

X3 xdrive 35i
deep sea blue metallic
mojave leather
alum brush trim
sport package
dynamic handling package
tech/nav package
premium package
convenience package
cold weather package
satellite radio
premium sound upgrade
kept the 18" did not upgrade to the 19"s - also why i wanted a 2011 not a 2012.

2011 what should be first week sept build slot

greg2step · 08-13-2011, 01:26 PM

thanks to everyone who gave advice from this forum

sfax · 08-13-2011, 01:59 PM

Very nice spec and I like that colour combination on pictures posted on this site. Enjoy

richardew · 08-14-2011, 12:42 PM

Nice. Now for the long wait. Maybe not as long as you think. My Aug 22 build was started last week and will be done Wednesday 8/17.

greg2step · 08-14-2011, 01:10 PM

not sure yet. as I understand it my dealer is building my car on a first week september slot that came on a DX. (dealer exchange) he told me his mgr is hot on X3 right now so when they trade another car like a 3 they try to get an X3 slot. Now that its marked sold w/ custom specs it may move up. also, I'm in MD, only 600 miles from SC so its 1-2 days by truck

He thinks i might be able to get it in the first 2 weeks of sept, but any time in the month is fine. as long as its not before labor day because its going to sit for a week while i travel. ideally i have to go to a wedding in suburban philly in your area 9/17 - would love it for that trip - but i'm not going to sweat it if that doesn't work out.

jackab · 08-14-2011, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by greg2step

also, I'm in MD, only 600 miles from SC so its 1-2 days by truck

What, no PCD??? If and when I can decide upon my colours, the PCD is going to be the way I go (I'm also going to try and get an M5 course (or two) in too).

tagz · 08-15-2011, 12:34 PM

Nice color combo... Congrats

Vintage · 08-15-2011, 12:39 PM

is there a reason you did not go to the 19s - I did and they look and handle great

greg2step · 08-15-2011, 10:08 PM

big part of why i want the 18"s it potholes. Baltimore has roads that haven't been paved since LBJ was president, and I have to drive down them to get to work every day. I feel like my 3 series is loosing battles w/ potholes and frost heaves all too often. I want a bit more rubber between me and the road. besides if i screw this up, i can change the wheels and tires later - it won't be cheap but it doesn't have to go back to Spartansburg either

Ultrasonic · 08-16-2011, 12:46 PM

You did a great job with the specifications. I don't blame you for sticking with the 18" rims. Let us know when it arrives.

fedinand · 08-16-2011, 12:54 PM

Congrats! Great spec!

kozzi · 08-16-2011, 02:46 PM

Nice color combo and congrats on the order. I live in nyc and understand why you stuck with 18's. Having 19's in brooklyn isn't perfect...but I love them. I also plan on putting a set of 18's together for winter. You are gonna love your F25. Don't forget to post pictures!!!

Vintage · 08-16-2011, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by greg2step

big part of why i want the 18"s it potholes. Baltimore has roads that haven't been paved since LBJ was president, and I have to drive down them to get to work every day. I feel like my 3 series is loosing battles w/ potholes and frost heaves all too often. I want a bit more rubber between me and the road. besides if i screw this up, i can change the wheels and tires later - it won't be cheap but it doesn't have to go back to Spartansburg either

I guess Texas roads aren't that bad then - best of luck and the 18"s definitely have a little more cushion.

BMW FINALLY! · 08-17-2011, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by greg2step

just put down my deposit....

X3 xdrive 35i
deep sea blue metallic
mojave leather
alum brush trim
sport package
dynamic handling package
tech/nav package
premium package
convenience package
cold weather package
satellite radio
premium sound upgrade
kept the 18" did not upgrade to the 19"s - also why i wanted a 2011 not a 2012.

2011 what should be first week sept build slot

Your going to love it! Just like my baby! I have 28i and no Dynamic handling package. Other than that same exact car!

greg2step · 08-18-2011, 05:16 PM

BMW Finally - your specs and photo thread helped me decide especially on the mojave interior

greg2step · 08-26-2011, 10:53 PM

bmwusa.com finally updated for my X3 today - i knew it was good when i logged in and the picture was deep sea blue - it had been white prior...

anyway just updated to production begins - i would like to think i can have it in my garage within 2 to 2.5 weeks.

greg2step · 09-07-2011, 10:38 PM

my X3 is built - the website is useless with updates, but i called last night (hadn't called since last wednesday because i was on travel out west and was out of mind...) last night it said my car was built and awaiting transfer to carrier. 1-2 days at most by truck from SC to MD (not sure what stops it makes along the way...)

also, this morning on the website which still has my X3 as waiting to be built, they posted my build video alread.

btw, that is a cool features... the personalized build vid...

so how long does xfer to carrier take? put the thing on a truck and head north already

greg2step · 09-07-2011, 10:39 PM

i will post the link once I get it

KennyBMW · 09-07-2011, 11:00 PM

I would love to buy an X3, can it hold 3 baby seats??

greg2step · 09-07-2011, 11:16 PM

the website updated tonight to say 'finishing touches'... i'm gonna guess it'll be one day next week

DDS2015 · 09-08-2011, 08:33 AM

Please post pics asap. I going to order basically the exact same car in a couple weeks but I want to see a few more of the DSB/Mojave contrast shots. I'm sure it'll look amazing, but need to calm my nerves a little. Thanks in advance! Oh, and congrats on the new car!

tank531 · 09-08-2011, 08:52 AM

any credible motoring tester or engineer will tell you to stick with 18" for a better ride, let alone poor quality roads. I have yet to see any car with 19" or even 20" that does not have curb damaged rims.

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greg2step X3 Owner/Driver 211 Rep 785 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 M40i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW X3 M40i (G01) [0.00]	thanks to everyone who gave advice from this forum
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sfax Brigadier General 91 Rep 3,855 Posts Drives: BMW X3 2011 F25 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Berkshire, UK iTrader: (0)	Very nice spec and I like that colour combination on pictures posted on this site. Enjoy __________________ F25 xDrive20d SE __ professional multimedia package \| dynamic package \| climate package \| 309s \| xline \| xenons \| electric seats \| folding mirrors \| business speakers
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richardew Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 272 Posts Drives: 2011 x335i Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: suburban Phila iTrader: (0)	Nice. Now for the long wait. Maybe not as long as you think. My Aug 22 build was started last week and will be done Wednesday 8/17. __________________ Rich '96 911 C4 Cab (276,000 1 owner smiles) '11 X3 35i Black Sapphire/Beige,SAP, CP, CWP, DHP, PREM, TECH, Sat radio, Hi Fi, BMW apps, smartphone, 19" w/mixed performance tires.
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greg2step X3 Owner/Driver 211 Rep 785 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 M40i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW X3 M40i (G01) [0.00]	not sure yet. as I understand it my dealer is building my car on a first week september slot that came on a DX. (dealer exchange) he told me his mgr is hot on X3 right now so when they trade another car like a 3 they try to get an X3 slot. Now that its marked sold w/ custom specs it may move up. also, I'm in MD, only 600 miles from SC so its 1-2 days by truck He thinks i might be able to get it in the first 2 weeks of sept, but any time in the month is fine. as long as its not before labor day because its going to sit for a week while i travel. ideally i have to go to a wedding in suburban philly in your area 9/17 - would love it for that trip - but i'm not going to sweat it if that doesn't work out. __________________ 2018 X3 M40i G01 \| Phytonic Blue \| Mocha \| Premium+Exec \| Driver Assist \| Adaptive M Suspension 2011 X3 XDrive35i F25 l Deep Sea Blue l Mojave Leather l Sport, DHP, Premium, Nav/Technology, Cold Weather, Convenience [traded in] 2008 328XI E91 Sportwagon l Sparkling Graphite [traded in]
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greg2step X3 Owner/Driver 211 Rep 785 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 M40i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW X3 M40i (G01) [0.00]	big part of why i want the 18"s it potholes. Baltimore has roads that haven't been paved since LBJ was president, and I have to drive down them to get to work every day. I feel like my 3 series is loosing battles w/ potholes and frost heaves all too often. I want a bit more rubber between me and the road. besides if i screw this up, i can change the wheels and tires later - it won't be cheap but it doesn't have to go back to Spartansburg either __________________ 2018 X3 M40i G01 \| Phytonic Blue \| Mocha \| Premium+Exec \| Driver Assist \| Adaptive M Suspension 2011 X3 XDrive35i F25 l Deep Sea Blue l Mojave Leather l Sport, DHP, Premium, Nav/Technology, Cold Weather, Convenience [traded in] 2008 328XI E91 Sportwagon l Sparkling Graphite [traded in]
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Ultrasonic New Member 2 Rep 14 Posts Drives: 2009 750i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Florida iTrader: (0)	You did a great job with the specifications. I don't blame you for sticking with the 18" rims. Let us know when it arrives.
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greg2step X3 Owner/Driver 211 Rep 785 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 M40i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW X3 M40i (G01) [0.00]	BMW Finally - your specs and photo thread helped me decide especially on the mojave interior __________________ 2018 X3 M40i G01 \| Phytonic Blue \| Mocha \| Premium+Exec \| Driver Assist \| Adaptive M Suspension 2011 X3 XDrive35i F25 l Deep Sea Blue l Mojave Leather l Sport, DHP, Premium, Nav/Technology, Cold Weather, Convenience [traded in] 2008 328XI E91 Sportwagon l Sparkling Graphite [traded in]
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greg2step X3 Owner/Driver 211 Rep 785 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 M40i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW X3 M40i (G01) [0.00]	bmwusa.com finally updated for my X3 today - i knew it was good when i logged in and the picture was deep sea blue - it had been white prior... anyway just updated to production begins - i would like to think i can have it in my garage within 2 to 2.5 weeks. __________________ 2018 X3 M40i G01 \| Phytonic Blue \| Mocha \| Premium+Exec \| Driver Assist \| Adaptive M Suspension 2011 X3 XDrive35i F25 l Deep Sea Blue l Mojave Leather l Sport, DHP, Premium, Nav/Technology, Cold Weather, Convenience [traded in] 2008 328XI E91 Sportwagon l Sparkling Graphite [traded in]
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greg2step X3 Owner/Driver 211 Rep 785 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 M40i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW X3 M40i (G01) [0.00]	my X3 is built - the website is useless with updates, but i called last night (hadn't called since last wednesday because i was on travel out west and was out of mind...) last night it said my car was built and awaiting transfer to carrier. 1-2 days at most by truck from SC to MD (not sure what stops it makes along the way...) also, this morning on the website which still has my X3 as waiting to be built, they posted my build video alread. btw, that is a cool features... the personalized build vid... so how long does xfer to carrier take? put the thing on a truck and head north already __________________ 2018 X3 M40i G01 \| Phytonic Blue \| Mocha \| Premium+Exec \| Driver Assist \| Adaptive M Suspension 2011 X3 XDrive35i F25 l Deep Sea Blue l Mojave Leather l Sport, DHP, Premium, Nav/Technology, Cold Weather, Convenience [traded in] 2008 328XI E91 Sportwagon l Sparkling Graphite [traded in]
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greg2step X3 Owner/Driver 211 Rep 785 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 M40i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW X3 M40i (G01) [0.00]	i will post the link once I get it __________________ 2018 X3 M40i G01 \| Phytonic Blue \| Mocha \| Premium+Exec \| Driver Assist \| Adaptive M Suspension 2011 X3 XDrive35i F25 l Deep Sea Blue l Mojave Leather l Sport, DHP, Premium, Nav/Technology, Cold Weather, Convenience [traded in] 2008 328XI E91 Sportwagon l Sparkling Graphite [traded in]
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greg2step X3 Owner/Driver 211 Rep 785 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 M40i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW X3 M40i (G01) [0.00]	the website updated tonight to say 'finishing touches'... i'm gonna guess it'll be one day next week __________________ 2018 X3 M40i G01 \| Phytonic Blue \| Mocha \| Premium+Exec \| Driver Assist \| Adaptive M Suspension 2011 X3 XDrive35i F25 l Deep Sea Blue l Mojave Leather l Sport, DHP, Premium, Nav/Technology, Cold Weather, Convenience [traded in] 2008 328XI E91 Sportwagon l Sparkling Graphite [traded in]
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09-08-2011, 08:33 AM	#21
DDS2015 Major 392 Rep 1,444 Posts Drives: 2018 M3CS Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Winnipeg iTrader: (1) Garage List 2021 BMW X3 [0.00] 2023 BMW M4 [0.00]	Please post pics asap. I going to order basically the exact same car in a couple weeks but I want to see a few more of the DSB/Mojave contrast shots. I'm sure it'll look amazing, but need to calm my nerves a little. Thanks in advance! Oh, and congrats on the new car!
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tank531 Deckhand 5 Rep 389 Posts Drives: F25 2.0D SE xDrive (Sep 11) Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Coventry - UK iTrader: (0)	any credible motoring tester or engineer will tell you to stick with 18" for a better ride, let alone poor quality roads. I have yet to see any car with 19" or even 20" that does not have curb damaged rims.
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