04-25-2024, 05:01 PM | #1 |
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M340i xdrive Ordering delays
Featured on BIMMERPOST.com I was originally told 8 to 12 weeks delivery time on mine and the X5 possibly a little sooner. Both vehicles were ordered from BMW dealership in Salt Lake City, Utah. Was told that the X5 will arrive in San Bernardino today with possible delivery by early next week. On the M340i xDrive, they don’t have any idea on a production number or Vin number, let alone an actual vehicle. They called around to multiple other dealerships trying to see if they can trade a VIN number evidently, all to no avail. Anybody else having these types of delivery issues lately? I’m not upset that I won’t be taking delivery in 8 to 12 weeks, but the thing that bothers me, is they have absolutely no idea of any Vin or production number whatsoever, and absolutely no clue when that might occur🤷 |
04-25-2024, 05:14 PM | #2 | |
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If you are open to traveling to the bay area to pick up the car, I just had another dealer from BMW Fairfield message me earlier this week saying that they have an allocation. Might be worth a try. |
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04-25-2024, 05:16 PM | #3 |
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Sounds like that dealer isn’t getting allocations, and aren’t able to trade for one.
I suggest reaching out to another dealer or two and submitting orders. The first dealer I checked couldn’t guarantee an allocation and said it could be 3-6 months. Second dealer traded and got me an allocation |
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04-26-2024, 12:27 AM | #4 |
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Not sure how trying to find another dealer with an allocation, works with my local dealer where I placed my deposit with? Do I try to find another dealer with an allocation and then inform my dealer where I have my deposit to try to work out a trade?
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04-26-2024, 06:08 AM | #5 | |
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You’d approach one or two dealers in your area (or how far you’re willing to travel) and inform them you’d like to order an M340i. It’s best to work with dealers that move a lot of cars, as they get more allocations. Negotiate your pricing and say you’d only put down a deposit if they can give you a production number right after. If they cannot guarantee that, they also don’t have allocations and you’d be in the same position. If they do agree, put in your deposit and cancel the other order. From what I’ve learned on this sub: Dealers usually know they allocations at the end/start of month. I think it may be tough getting a MY24 allocation, but not impossible. You may end up with a MY25 with your dealer, so keep that in mind. |
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04-26-2024, 12:58 PM | #6 |
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First off I want to say thanks to you guys for your efforts to help
My problem is I was told by the dealer here in Salt Lake City, Utah that they expected only an 8 to 12 week wait time, and they required a nonrefundable $2000 deposit. As far as I know, there are only two BMW dealers in the state of Utah and both of them are owned by the same company if I’m not mistaken. I don’t believe they deliberately lied to me about the wait time, as I think they just as flustered as the rest of us. So unfortunately, it looks like I’m stuck. Who knows maybe I’ll get my 2024 by mid 2025. As per the sales manager, it will be a 2024 and not a 2025, but again who really knows at this point🤷*♂️ Thanks again! |
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04-26-2024, 01:59 PM | #7 | |
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Without an allocation secured, they cannot commit to saying it’ll be a MY24. There is another option: engage with a broker. They can find you an allocation and secure a decent amount of MSRP. You’ll come out ahead, even with the broker fee and shipping. Good luck. Hope you do get your build secured soon! |
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04-26-2024, 03:15 PM | #8 |
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Last new car I bought was 2012. Back then I walked in and placed my order. Car was there in a few days. A bit disgusting how things have changed for the worse. I’ve never used a broker to purchase a car. I’m guessing I just get on Google and start looking for auto brokers in the state of Utah?
Thanks again guys for all all your help. It’s most appreciated! |
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04-26-2024, 03:37 PM | #9 | |
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They often will get you some offer or details and then you can decide to act on it. |
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04-26-2024, 07:24 PM | #10 |
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Thanks again for all your help. I will take a look at that website and maybe give them a call
Quick update: Just heard back from my dealer and all of a sudden several allocations have become available. They told me they may have to trade two of their other allocations to get the one that they need to fulfill my order, but they said they would do it to get the ball rolling and should let me know in the next few days? Sounds too good to be true, but fingers crossed! Now I just need to wade through the other messages on this forum, and find where to buy the best extended warranty for the best price Thanks again for everyone’s input! |
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04-27-2024, 11:12 AM | #11 |
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I also ordered an M340i from the dealer in Salt Lake (Murray). I don't have a production number yet. I placed my order on March 19 and was told it would be 3-4 months. I have been told the same thing about trying to trade with other dealers, etc. Just wanted to let you know you're not alone in your endeavors.
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