Performance Delivery Center 230i M-Sport

Bulldog 6 · 04-04-2022, 03:52 PM

I highly recommend taking delivery at the Performance Delivery Center. I took my teenage son who is a new driver as my guest and we had an amazing time. The hotel picked us up in an X5 and took us to lunch and the mall, the drivers were very accommodating. There is a lot to do in the area, restaurants, Top Golf, Go-Carts, etc. Dinner includes a prix fixe menu, salmon bisque (or salad), he had filet mignon and I had the unicorn fish, chocolate cake and chocolate mousse cake, and 2 alcohol drink tickets. There was a breakfast buffet, but we skipped it.

They picked us up at 7:45 AM. There was a brief safety and admin brief then we hit the track. We were given comparable vehicles to those we were picking up. In our case we drove a M240i. First was a breaking exercise, 3 runs each, 40/50/60 MPH then hard brake. Then a course with twists, turns, and straight ways. Next, a traction control exercise on a wet pad. The DTC was turned off so you spin out, then turned on where you drift. Lastly, riding with a pro where he did all of the tricks on the entire track. Next we jumped in an X5 of our choice and drove to the factory for a tour. They showed us where the museum was located for a self tour after delivery of our car. After the tour we did an off road course in the X5, hills, dips, bridge, water crossing, etc. I also own a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and was surprised by the X5's off road capability.

Next we had lunch which was cafeteria style, hot line, short order, and salad bar. After lunch we had 2 1/2 hours with a BMW genius for delivery with a full overview of my car and options. The whole operation is top notch and will give you a new appreciation of BMW's and the professionals that work there!

zipstic · 04-04-2022, 04:03 PM

This is definitely on my list of things to do now that European delivery is gone and Mexican delivery isn't a thing (nor would I want to do it.

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The G42 looks great in Portimao Blue with the Shadowline package!

Bulldog 6 · 04-04-2022, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by zipstic

This is definitely on my list of things to do now that European delivery is gone and Mexican delivery isn't a thing (nor would I want to do it.

)

The G42 looks great in Portimao Blue with the Shadowline package!

You will have a blast, I didn't post the pics and videos. I really is something you have to experience. Thank you, I love everything about the exterior/interior. Driving home 5 1/2 hours was fun too.

Roadwar · 04-04-2022, 07:18 PM

Congratulations! Beautiful blue ride and sounds like the PC delivery is a great experience. Wishing you much enjoyment with your car.

mechman · 04-05-2022, 12:01 AM

Congrats!!

I picked up my thundernight M240 on Mar 3rd from the Performance center also and it was indeed an awesome experience.

Did they put you in a F22 or G42 for all of the driving activites? I had to drive a F22 as they didnt have any G42 in their fleet when I was there.

FLURP · 04-05-2022, 09:16 AM

I have an M240i on order, and the build process has just started. Did I have to request PCD when I placed the order, or can I request it now?

Caerus · 04-05-2022, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by FLURP

I have an M240i on order, and the build process has just started. Did I have to request PCD when I placed the order, or can I request it now?

You can add it now. Just call your BMW dealership to set it up. I will pick mine up this Monday April 11 at the Performance Center.

Bulldog 6 · 04-05-2022, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by mechman

Congrats!!

I picked up my thundernight M240 on Mar 3rd from the Performance center also and it was indeed an awesome experience.

Did they put you in a F22 or G42 for all of the driving activites? I had to drive a F22 as they didnt have any G42 in their fleet when I was there.

It was an F22.

Bulldog 6 · 04-05-2022, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by FLURP

I have an M240i on order, and the build process has just started. Did I have to request PCD when I placed the order, or can I request it now?

I think you can still do the PCD as long as it has not reached the port for processing. I would call your dealer immediately, you won't regret it.

FLURP · 04-08-2022, 04:22 PM

Yep, just confirmed it. I asked my 24-y.o. son who has an F22 if he wants to ride up there from ATL in his car and participate.

BmwIowa · Today, 03:23 PM

While in the area, definitely worth a visit to the BMW CCA Foundation Museum just down the road from the Performance Center in Greer, SC. A nominal entry fee gets you to see the current exhibit and there's an abundance of BMW items for purchase in their store...if you didn't buy enough at the BMW Zentrum or Performance Center shops!
https://theultimatedrivingmuseum.org/

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Bulldog 6 The Logistician 72 Rep 799 Posts Drives: 2022 230i M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Richmond, VA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 328i E90 [0.00]	Performance Delivery Center 230i M-Sport I highly recommend taking delivery at the Performance Delivery Center. I took my teenage son who is a new driver as my guest and we had an amazing time. The hotel picked us up in an X5 and took us to lunch and the mall, the drivers were very accommodating. There is a lot to do in the area, restaurants, Top Golf, Go-Carts, etc. Dinner includes a prix fixe menu, salmon bisque (or salad), he had filet mignon and I had the unicorn fish, chocolate cake and chocolate mousse cake, and 2 alcohol drink tickets. There was a breakfast buffet, but we skipped it. They picked us up at 7:45 AM. There was a brief safety and admin brief then we hit the track. We were given comparable vehicles to those we were picking up. In our case we drove a M240i. First was a breaking exercise, 3 runs each, 40/50/60 MPH then hard brake. Then a course with twists, turns, and straight ways. Next, a traction control exercise on a wet pad. The DTC was turned off so you spin out, then turned on where you drift. Lastly, riding with a pro where he did all of the tricks on the entire track. Next we jumped in an X5 of our choice and drove to the factory for a tour. They showed us where the museum was located for a self tour after delivery of our car. After the tour we did an off road course in the X5, hills, dips, bridge, water crossing, etc. I also own a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and was surprised by the X5's off road capability. Next we had lunch which was cafeteria style, hot line, short order, and salad bar. After lunch we had 2 1/2 hours with a BMW genius for delivery with a full overview of my car and options. The whole operation is top notch and will give you a new appreciation of BMW's and the professionals that work there! Attached Images Last edited by Bulldog 6; 04-04-2022 at 10:40 PM.. Reason: Rotate Pic
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Roadwar Old Grumpy Guy 131 Rep 84 Posts Drives: M240i xDrive Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: central North Carolina iTrader: (0)	Congratulations! Beautiful blue ride and sounds like the PC delivery is a great experience. Wishing you much enjoyment with your car. __________________ 2022 M240iX Brooklyn Grey, Black Sensatec, full Shadowline trim, Premium Pkg. gone: beloved '74 Mazda RX-3, various V8 Camaros and V8 Mustangs, various other Mazdas including a '10 Mazdaspeed 3, several late model Dodge Chargers including a 6.4 liter R/T. There were others along the way but I didn't love them much.
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mechman Private First Class 160 Rep 196 Posts Drives: M240i Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Michigan iTrader: (0)	Congrats!! I picked up my thundernight M240 on Mar 3rd from the Performance center also and it was indeed an awesome experience. Did they put you in a F22 or G42 for all of the driving activites? I had to drive a F22 as they didnt have any G42 in their fleet when I was there. __________________ Thunder Night Metallic w/ Cognac interior 792 wheels with Red calipers Premium pkg Park asst pkg HK audio Aluminum trim
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FLURP Enlisted Member 33 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2022 G42 M240i Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (0)	I have an M240i on order, and the build process has just started. Did I have to request PCD when I placed the order, or can I request it now?
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FLURP Enlisted Member 33 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2022 G42 M240i Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (0)	Yep, just confirmed it. I asked my 24-y.o. son who has an F22 if he wants to ride up there from ATL in his car and participate.
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