01-03-2012, 04:26 PM | #1 | |
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VDC in Canada... again - BMW response.
update: Variable Damper Control is available on M sport equipped X3's in Canada.
Here is the response from BMW Canada confirming same: Quote:
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01-03-2012, 05:25 PM | #3 |
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Yes but it automatically unselects the M Sport Package. In Canada it appears it's either/or but not both...
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01-03-2012, 07:10 PM | #6 |
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^ agreed. In your screenshot it looks perfect the way it is (both included).
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01-03-2012, 07:18 PM | #8 |
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Exactly.. M Sport by itself does not include the VDC. You'll have to order that as an additional option as you did in your screenshot.
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01-03-2012, 07:46 PM | #10 |
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That is correct.
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01-03-2012, 08:26 PM | #11 |
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Ah. Okay. I know what you're saying now. The Canadian Online configurator will not allow you to have both M Sport + Dynamic Damper Control. You are correct in this aspect.
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01-03-2012, 08:49 PM | #12 |
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My order with M Sport and Dynamic Comfort Package works. Dealer had no problem ordering both.
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01-03-2012, 09:56 PM | #14 |
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See attached. I think the website is incorrect. I double checked with the dealer and they said it is possible to order both M Sport and Dynamic Handling Package. I was annoyed in the beginning because I thought it wasn't possible to combine both. The order is in and I have a build date sometime in Feb.
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01-03-2012, 10:15 PM | #15 | |
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Thanks very much. It should be interesting to see what bmw canada has to say now... Quote:
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01-04-2012, 04:48 PM | #16 | |
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An updated response from BMW Canada... VDC is officially available on the M sport.
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01-04-2012, 08:15 PM | #17 |
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This obviously a change from when I ordered my X3 M-Sport because I have both M-Sport and VDC.
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01-04-2012, 08:27 PM | #18 |
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No change... there was just an error on the bmw.ca website which didn't permit both options. BMW is gonna fix the website.
I suppose the important point is you need to order both the M sport and the VDC to get em... in other words, not all M sport X3's have VDC. |
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01-04-2012, 08:29 PM | #19 | |
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So are you going to put in your order? |
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01-04-2012, 09:26 PM | #20 |
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You sound like the sales guy... I actually talked to him tonight.
He asked me what he could do to get me to buy now... I said, talk to my wife and promptly handed her the phone. I explained to the sales guy that I want the car but don't need the car so I'm not in a hurry to order unless there is some promotion or something. I really am interested in the N20 engine in the X3... I actually had another sales guy tell me he heard rumors the engine would be available in the X3. The guy I plan to order from says it ain't gonna happen on the 2012 models. |
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Yes the X3 will come with the N20 this is confirmed but what isn't is when. I'm thinking it will be 2013 model year before this motor replace the NA I6. If the N20 is as good as the one found in the 528 then it is a gem. If the N20 is what you truly want then wait besides you already said you're not in a hurry so why rush. Also there won't be any incentives (low rates/cash back) for a while because this car is selling like donuts, they just can't make enough. I put in my order mid Dec and they are telling me it'll be March before it arrives but the dealers are willing to knock a few percent off the price (5% is about average). Whatever works for you. Good luck and keep us posted on your purchase. |
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