BUY or PASS

PLAYON · 07-22-2008, 12:42 PM

Currently speaking with a dealer in KY (I'm from the East Coast), most likely going to do Performance Center Delivery. The salesman has stated he can do "$1500 or so off MSRP, maybe more" if I am serious.

Here's the car in question:

M3 Sedan Base Price 53,800.00
Color 300 Alpine White N/C
Upholstery NDH2 Fox Red Extended Novillo Leather 1,100.00
Options
Cold Weather Package 1,000.00
Premium Package 2,000.00
Technology Package 3,250.00
M Double-clutch Transmission with Drivelogic 2,700.00
19" Forged and polished Double Spoke wheels 1,200.00
Moonroof 1,050.00
Park Distance Control (rear only) 350.00
HD radio 350.00
Satellite radio with 1 year subscription 595.00
iPod and USB adapter 400.00
Enhanced Premium Sound 1,900.00
Net Total 69,695.00
Destination Charge 825.00
Gas Guzzler Tax 1,300.00
Total Suggested Price 71,820.00

Just wondering what some of you guys think about the deal. . .I'm leaning towards PASS (depending on how low he can go. . .) That being said. . .how does 68.5K to 69K sound?

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batchelorc · 07-22-2008, 12:47 PM

You can probably talk more than $1500 off

Big Windy · 07-22-2008, 12:51 PM

pass. try to get 3k off msrp. the facelifted 09 is going to be out in two-three months.

gPiplay · 07-22-2008, 01:27 PM

^ I agree. In fact, given the economy the way it is right now, you could probably get it for below 65. At least thats how much sedans are going for on ebay (depending on your mileage, of course). If I were you, I would throw that in his face, but that's just me

lol!

Good luck!

JEllis · 07-22-2008, 02:25 PM

So the car already exists? Has it been test driven? Is it on the floor with grubby people getting in and out of it daily? I would ask your sales person all these questions. If its been test driven I would ask for way more than $1500. I dont trust a dealer that they made sure their "test drivers" didnt overdo it on the RPM or pay strict attention to the break in process. I would then tell them you could probably order an 09 for $1500 off and get the exact options you want and not have to worry about previous "test drivers" or some fat dude getting in your car and farting on the seat.

Jason

!Xoible · 07-22-2008, 02:30 PM

tell them u want 5k off to get 3k off

mkoesel · 07-22-2008, 02:35 PM

How can you do PCD for a car that is already built? Or is it still in the early stages?

I agree with the others - you should be able to get more than $1.5k off though I am not sure how much more than that given its M-DCT and those seem to be in higher demand and have less room for discount.

M3Cat · 07-22-2008, 02:43 PM

You can do better in this part of the country. We ordered an 08 sedan with DCT from a dealer here in Ohio, and were able to get $2500 off the top immediately.

PLAYON · 07-22-2008, 02:57 PM

It's brand spanking new. . .but to do PCD I would have to order new, so I think I would sacrifice the deal considering the ordered car would be an '09? Even with the economy being what it is I don't think the dealer would budge much. . .

Anyone currently negotiating a '09 M3. . .because the dealer has a few 2009 allocations left. . .

addy85 · 07-22-2008, 03:10 PM

how bout 3700 off, thats the deal I can get you, im in Texas though

(ps I dont work for a bmw dealership, my buddy does

)

PLAYON · 07-22-2008, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by addy85

how bout 3700 off, thats the deal I can get you, im in Texas though

(ps I dont work for a bmw dealership, my buddy does

)

more info. . .my way when you get a chance!

addy85 · 07-22-2008, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by PLAYON

more info. . .my way when you get a chance!

good friend of mine is the Finance director at Moritz bmw in Arlington Texas. I payed 300 over invoice for my 335 when it first came out and that was when no one was willing to discount at all

. He said he can sell a M3 for a little over 700 over invoice for anyone I refer to him

that includes ///M mats and pdi

PLAYON · 07-22-2008, 06:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by addy85

good friend of mine is the Finance director at Moritz bmw in Arlington Texas. I payed 300 over invoice for my 335 when it first came out and that was when no one was willing to discount at all

. He said he can sell a M3 for a little over 700 over invoice for anyone I refer to him

that includes ///M mats and pdi

addy85, coming up huge! Can you get me more info on the dealer, a website?So I can check out what they got? And I'm definitely about ready to pull the trigger and '09 isnt essential although it would be nice. If this works out break in would be done by the time I got it home =). . .PM me if you want.

Titan316 · 07-22-2008, 07:20 PM

I am also VERY interested. PM me with more details my friend! PLEASE!!

addy85 · 07-22-2008, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Titan316

I am also VERY interested. PM me with more details my friend! PLEASE!!

let me know what your looking for

elcarajo · 07-22-2008, 07:41 PM

A word of caution regarding purchases from distant dealers. Post-sale issues are difficult to resolve. BMW NA will cover all warrantee repairs and service at any dealership in the country (probably the world), and are very good about it, but will not cover any agreements or disagreements with the dealer. I think it's a rare problem, but one worth considering all the same.

PLAYON · 07-22-2008, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elcarajo

A word of caution regarding purchases from distant dealers. Post-sale issues are difficult to resolve. BMW NA will cover all warrantee repairs and service at any dealership in the country (probably the world), and are very good about it, but will not cover any agreements or disagreements with the dealer. I think it's a rare problem, but one worth considering all the same.

elaborate a bit, can you give me an example? Finance wise?

addy85 · 07-22-2008, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PLAYON

elaborate a bit, can you give me an example? Finance wise?

he probably means if theres like a scratch on the car before you take delivery, it wont be warrantied at another dealership

PLAYON · 07-22-2008, 09:24 PM

Thanks addy85, just perused the selection. . .solid cars. . .

ericld · 07-22-2008, 10:07 PM

Pass, fox red is beautiful, extended fox is less favorable in my eyes.

addy85 · 07-22-2008, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laszlo

I just bought an e90 M3 AW on Sunday. Sticker was 68K and I paid 60K flat.

I love the AW... wasn't sure at first... but between AW and SSII - AW won... and now I don't regret the choice at all.

The car is superb BTW... IMO, it is truly the best M3 ever produced by BMW (although I had my reservations for a while) and I also feel that the e90 is the best model.

60k flat as in out the door? sorry bud but im calling bullshit on this one unless it was a dealer demo or something? No M3 has 8k worth of factory mark up on it

M3101 · 07-22-2008, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by addy85

60k flat as in out the door? sorry bud but im calling bullshit on this one unless it was a dealer demo or something? No M3 has 8k worth of factory mark up on it

If this is possible I'll buy one right now.. Addy get me one @ this price and I'll be their tomorrow. I'm only down the road in SA..

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PLAYON Major 247 Rep 1,414 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 550i Join Date: May 2008 Location: East Coast iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 550i [0.00] 2003 Audi A4 [0.00]	BUY or PASS - Alpine White M3 Sedan Currently speaking with a dealer in KY (I'm from the East Coast), most likely going to do Performance Center Delivery. The salesman has stated he can do "$1500 or so off MSRP, maybe more" if I am serious. Here's the car in question: M3 Sedan Base Price 53,800.00 Color 300 Alpine White N/C Upholstery NDH2 Fox Red Extended Novillo Leather 1,100.00 Options Cold Weather Package 1,000.00 Premium Package 2,000.00 Technology Package 3,250.00 M Double-clutch Transmission with Drivelogic 2,700.00 19" Forged and polished Double Spoke wheels 1,200.00 Moonroof 1,050.00 Park Distance Control (rear only) 350.00 HD radio 350.00 Satellite radio with 1 year subscription 595.00 iPod and USB adapter 400.00 Enhanced Premium Sound 1,900.00 Net Total 69,695.00 Destination Charge 825.00 Gas Guzzler Tax 1,300.00 Total Suggested Price 71,820.00 Just wondering what some of you guys think about the deal. . .I'm leaning towards PASS (depending on how low he can go. . .) That being said. . .how does 68.5K to 69K sound? Generic Pic: __________________
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Big Windy Major General 152 Rep 5,124 Posts Drives: None Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0)	pass. try to get 3k off msrp. the facelifted 09 is going to be out in two-three months.
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gPiplay Private First Class 7 Rep 139 Posts Drives: E92 M3 双门轿 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	^ I agree. In fact, given the economy the way it is right now, you could probably get it for below 65. At least thats how much sedans are going for on ebay (depending on your mileage, of course). If I were you, I would throw that in his face, but that's just me lol! Good luck!
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PLAYON Major 247 Rep 1,414 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 550i Join Date: May 2008 Location: East Coast iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 550i [0.00] 2003 Audi A4 [0.00]	It's brand spanking new. . .but to do PCD I would have to order new, so I think I would sacrifice the deal considering the ordered car would be an '09? Even with the economy being what it is I don't think the dealer would budge much. . . Anyone currently negotiating a '09 M3. . .because the dealer has a few 2009 allocations left. . . __________________
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addy85 Got beef? 141 Rep 3,646 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Arlington Texas iTrader: (4) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	how bout 3700 off, thats the deal I can get you, im in Texas though (ps I dont work for a bmw dealership, my buddy does ) __________________ Special Thanks to AU335
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Titan316 Second Lieutenant 33 Rep 204 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Coral Springs, FL iTrader: (0)	I am also VERY interested. PM me with more details my friend! PLEASE!!
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elcarajo Enlisted Member 1 Rep 48 Posts Drives: E92 M3, 6MT JzB/FR 19s no mods Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Maine iTrader: (0)	A word of caution regarding purchases from distant dealers. Post-sale issues are difficult to resolve. BMW NA will cover all warrantee repairs and service at any dealership in the country (probably the world), and are very good about it, but will not cover any agreements or disagreements with the dealer. I think it's a rare problem, but one worth considering all the same.
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ericld Second Lieutenant 24 Rep 237 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW E92 M3, Alpine White Join Date: May 2008 Location: CO iTrader: (0)	Pass, fox red is beautiful, extended fox is less favorable in my eyes.
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