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BMW 3-Series Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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#11655 of 11958 Re: Xenons.. [shabadoo25] by tturbo

May 26, 2012 (3:29 pm)

Replying to: shabadoo25 (May 26, 2012 10:14 am)
According to the new 2013 price list, and options list, xenon headlights can be had as a stand alone separate option for $900. No other item or package is required.
That's a great decision on BMW's part.
 
Also, all base 3 series for 21013 will receive standard items that were part of packages and stand alone options.
These are some. Remember, 335i's had items there are standard on the 335i but not on the 328i.
Standard on all 3's, 328i and 335i
Universal garage door opener
Floor mats
Auto dimming interior and exterior mirrors
Auto dimming rear view mirror
Power front seats w/driver seat memory
Split & fold down rear seat
 
There are great standard additions.
Many of those items were included in the 335i, but optional in the 328i.
Due to the added standard features, 328i base price has gone up by $1600. 335i base price goes up by $400.
 
This is a big increase, especially for the 328i, but consider that many of the added items would normally be added by customers anyway, and may even cost more overall as one would have to buy a whole package to get certain items. Xenon's, though not standard, are now only a $900 option that does not require getting the premium package.
 
Also, when you add some packages and options the price difference becomes smaller. I compared a 2012 328i sport line to a 2013 328i sport line. With the same options in both cars, price difference was a more reasonable $550.

#11656 of 11958 Re: Xenons.. [tturbo] by jeffreyfu

May 26, 2012 (7:13 pm)

Replying to: tturbo (May 26, 2012 3:29 pm)
Although the xenon headlight is standalone for $900, it doesn't include the high beam assistant which was part of the xenon headlight bundle in 2012. You will have to pay $250 to get this feature.

#11657 of 11958 Re: My 2012 328i [escortowner] by mr07ag

May 29, 2012 (8:59 pm)

Replying to: escortowner (May 17, 2012 8:53 pm)
I'm interested as well. Looking to get a 328 in the next 2 weeks in Houston and would love to have the name of a good sales person. Email is username at gmail

#11658 of 11958 Even MORE expensive in 2013? by rmpierce1

May 30, 2012 (1:09 pm)

Also, when you add some packages and options the price difference becomes smaller. I compared a 2012 328i sport line to a 2013 328i sport line. With the same options in both cars, price difference was a more reasonable $550.
 
Great. They've taken a car that is already too expensive, and before anybody can even get one, have made it even MORE expensive. I know this is still the best sports sedan in the world, but I think BMW is going to regret taking the price so far upscale. When the 3-series was a little more expensive than a C-Class, A4, or a CTS, it was still a bargain. But, now that it stickers for thousands more, with virtually no wiggle room off the sticker when the others have incentives and better deals, I can see M-B, Audi, and Cadillac taking market share.
 
I haven't driven a 2012 3-series yet, but I've driven the other three, and they are all very good cars. And, with discounts and attractive leases, they will be at least $100-150/mo less expensive comparably equipped. And,...you can't even get the new 3-series in AWD.
 
That leads me to my other rant. I live in Pittsburgh, and have seen exactly ONE new 3-series on the road. One. Why? Nearly all of the 3-series sold in this part of the country are AWD. You can't even test drive a RWD version, as nobody has one. My guess is that people aren't ordering it around here, because they can't order AWD. I had a RWD 2002 325 for seven years. I LOVED it. Then, we moved into a house with a steep driveway, and I had to trade it because I couldn't get up the driveway with an inch of snow on the ground. I need a new car in November 2012, when my Infinity lease is up. I'm not even sure I can consider this car, as it would have to be ordered by August to ensure delivery, and the AWD may not even be available by then.
 
I used to love BMW. Now, I am kind of hating them.

#11659 of 11958 2012 328i sedan in sterling va purchased 45000 by crazyjutt

May 30, 2012 (7:47 pm)

Hello,
 
I purchased 2012 sports line automatic fully loaded with technology, premium, cold weather, premium sound, parking packages, xenon lights, anti theft, bmw assist for 45000. it had 1000 miles on it.
 
i feel like i got a good deal or i am not too far off from good deal.

#11660 of 11958 Re: 2011 335d...Still around [bcar3] by vg01

Jun 07, 2012 (9:38 am)

Replying to: bcar3 (May 21, 2012 8:56 pm)
I am in a similar situation, bcar3. Were you able to get any pricing information, or perhaps bought new 2011 335d? Any relevant information would be appreciated

#11661 of 11958 Great Experience! by msjhsap

Jun 07, 2012 (9:35 pm)

I ordered a 2012 BMW 328i today! I will get it in 8-10 weeks from Germany. I have had many lease experiences that include, Audi, Mercedes, Volvo, Cadillac, GM. My experience at the BMW dealership was perhaps the best experience I have had. I went to order the car today and was given a $1000 Olympic Rebate. I used it as my drive off... The deal below was no money out of pocket. Amazing!
 
Here are my details...
12K 36 months
Money Factor: .0019 (4.56%)
Residual: 64%
Arctic White
Sport Line
Interior: Leather Everest Grey
Premium Sound
Premium Package
Heated Seats
Enhanced Blue Tooth
MSRP: $43,995
My Price: $41,950
Net Cap Cost: $42,450 (Turning in my C300)
 
Monthly Payment Including Tax: $575
 
I have to be patient for 8-10 weeks but in the end I get EXACTLY what I want at a price I can afford!

#11662 of 11958 2011 335i by rfthomas

Jun 12, 2012 (7:55 pm)

Got a quote for a 2011 335i RWD MSRP $52,275. I am in the process of getting a list of all the options from the dealer but looks like premium/nav/sport/cold at a minimum. They had discounted $6580 to $45,695 and today offered another $2500 to $43,195. Am I crazy for not jumping on this or are others seeing discounts like this on the 2011's?

#11663 of 11958 Re: 2011 335d...Still around [vg01] by bcar3

Jun 12, 2012 (10:38 pm)

Replying to: vg01 (Jun 07, 2012 9:38 am)
I haven't thrown any darts at the board...yet. I will when the 2013 3 series comes out. I will treat the transaction like it is a used 2011. Late Summer is the target.
I am expecting $15k off sticker. It's what an '11 is worth off the lot at this point. And will be worth less (not worthless;) with every new '13 sold! Let me know if you have any new information in your dealings vg

#11664 of 11958 2013 328i ordered by jeffreyfu

Jun 14, 2012 (2:53 pm)

Just ordered 2013 328i with Technology and Lighting Package. MSRP is $41395. Invoice is $38320. My price is $37700+ttl. About 9% off MSRP.
Don't need the premium package because many features are standard in 2013 and not required to order the Xenon. Technology package is actually $350 cheaper in 2013 comparing to 2012 so I ordered it.

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