01-27-2020, 02:41 AM | #23 | |
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I'm assuming the tinting and paint protection gets done at the dealership, or they do send it off somewhere else first and then deliver to dealer? |
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01-27-2020, 02:48 AM | #24 | ||
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With the tinting and such, it's likely to be done offsite unless your dealership does it frequently. That'll only add maybe a day though. You'll also find that they'll prioritise special vehicles (M, 7, 8 etc) over regular cars as they generally have additional work required and also are a bigger liability to hold onto for longer. That'll all play into it. |
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01-27-2020, 05:01 AM | #25 |
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Cheers, I got a copy of the specs and checked it out. I think above the two main packages I might check out the recorder and TPMS.
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01-27-2020, 07:04 AM | #26 | |
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Slideit, the two packages you're looking at are definitely worth it. I had loan car without comfort access for 2 weeks and it drove my head in, almost broke the door handle a couple times. My advice is aim to get 15-20% discount on what they quote you for a custom order, 20-25% if they are trying to clear current stock. |
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01-27-2020, 07:07 AM | #27 | |
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It's too late now to spec it as my car is being built as we speak but how did you go about specifying it as I couldn't find any info online about it? |
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01-27-2020, 08:13 AM | #28 | |
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The rollers are surprisingly useful, my dad has them in his X3, great for long drives during the summer. Pretty bummed I can't get them, guess I'll have to go old school. OMG trying to get specific details online or through a dealer was an absolute pain. I basically ended up using the BMW configurator from various different countries to try and piece together what all the options were because not all regions get the same options or packages. And even then I still missed things, only the dealer knew about the exclusive package, didn't find that anywhere in my research. I tried asking the dealer but not even they had one for the 330e back in May since BMW HQ hadn't sent them out yet. I think now you can ask a dealer and they will give u the a list all of the packages and options for AU. |
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01-27-2020, 03:15 PM | #29 |
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Like you guys, I was pretty upset that I could not option the rear window blind in my M340i. Window tinting just does not do it.
I have this option on my F30 335i and it is excellent when parked in the hot sun and also when driving with the sun directly behind the car - the spoilt spaniels in the back are very grateful! They are going to be very upset when the new car arrives!
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01-27-2020, 09:43 PM | #30 | |
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https://www.bmw.com.au/en/all-models...n-inspire.html Note: the current Specification Guide is dated June 2019. There should be a new one for January 2020, but it hasn't been uploaded yet. It's best to ask your dealer for a copy. |
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01-28-2020, 07:43 AM | #31 |
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01-28-2020, 09:32 AM | #32 | |
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That wasn't available back when I ordered, the one online just had the spec sheet for 330i and m340i. |
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01-30-2020, 01:27 AM | #34 |
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Perhaps other owners can outline how long it took for them to receive their car, through each stage of the process?
This is mine so far: Time to build car: 8 days Time to transport car by train from Munich to Bremerhaven: 3 days Time to board ship for Australia: ETD 2 Feb |
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01-30-2020, 08:46 PM | #35 | |
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I’m hoping the car will make it to Bremerhaven in time for departure on 2nd Feb. .........not holding my breath. I used to work in car transport industry in the UK many years ago and know for a fact that several cars “get lost” while enroute from the factory to their owners. Here’s hoping my car is not one of those!
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01-30-2020, 08:52 PM | #36 |
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Are you sure it's being shipped with Hoegh Autoliners? I've heard most BMWs come through WW
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01-30-2020, 09:10 PM | #37 | |
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http://www.hoeghautoliners.com/my-cargo Do you have a web address for WW? I assume I would just be required to enter my VIN.
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My partner's car, funnily enough, is coming via Hoegh. I think mine will be with WW, surprising it wasn't on the same ship and company as her's given they were made at the same time but I guess logistics have their own plans. |
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01-30-2020, 11:14 PM | #40 |
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Thanks for your help.
Yep, I tried WW with my VIN but the reply was “No Records Found”. Unfortunately, I don’t have a booking number or a bill of lading number. I’ll give the dealer another try for more info.
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01-31-2020, 07:22 PM | #41 |
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I have finally been able to track my car.
Instead of departing from Bremerhaven, as I originally thought, I see that it will depart Antwerp via Hoeghautoliners on 6th Feb, arriving in Melbourne 14th March. It’s good to know it hasn’t been lost behind a container on the docks! :-)
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03-02-2020, 10:40 PM | #42 |
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Hi guys
I was wondering at what stage can you get the VIN from the dealer? Do Australian dealers update you or do you have to hassle them to get any information? |
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03-03-2020, 12:41 PM | #43 |
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You’ll be able to get the VIN as soon as your vehicle goes into production.
My car went into production 18th Jan and was completed 21st Jan. The dealer notified me a few days later. The dealer should know your build date prior to production. From that point on I was able to track the car once it arrived in Antwerp and on to a ship for transport to Australia. There was a gap of 2 weeks from build date to load date on the ship.
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