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I've got lots of questions, hope you all will have answers. Anyone know of any dealers in the DC area (I'm in MD) that can give these good deals that I've been hearing about, somewhere around $1000 or better over invoice and 0% (or very low) for 60 mos. financing? I am hopeful for finding a good deal on a 2003 325xi with a few additional options. Also, does anyone know about this luxury tax? Can I escape the luxury tax? Does anyone know about ordering/purchasing/delivering from Spartanburg, SC? Is this similar to the Euro Delivery? Would that be the same as customizing? Would there be any perks? I am confident in your abilities to help me as I have seen others find resolution. I'm in no real rush in purchasing. Thanks. |
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The only 0% financing I have seen (im in TX though)was on remaining new 2002's 3-series. That is the deal I got. BUT, the dealership had to pay down the interest rate from BMW NA in order to offer it to their customers. Hence, I could not get both 0% financing AND a ton off MSRP. The best % rate ive seen on 2003's is 3.9%. Luxury tax is avoided if you are financing a car that is below $40k. the 325xi should be well below that mark- especially if you have a trade in. Hope sone of this helps! Brian |
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| As bgt1 put it, a 325xi will not be impacted by the luxury tax which afflicts vehicles over $40k but they are eliminating the luxury tax all together in the new year. As for price, I thought idyllic got a pretty reasonable deal on a 325xi and you can see the price he got by scrolling up. As for the $1000-1500 over bmw wholesale prices, the only way such a deal is attainable is through the european delivery program- (see 3-series european delivery thread) and I am not sure of a dealer in DC/VA that will accept this. What I would do is compare idyllic's deal above (car you can get immediately from your dealer) to the price you can get for european delivery wholesale price+destnation+$1000 or $1500 dealer profit and see which is better for you. Financing for 60 months is hovering around 4-6% | |
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| Doesn't seem that anyone has posted about the 2003 325ci convertible? I have requested a 2003 with heated seats, auto transmission; metallic paint, and leather seats. I didn't feel a need for everything in all of the packages but am rethinking the sports package b/c of the comments I've read here re the seats. Will definitely test drive again both on Thursday. This is the offer just faxed to me by the fleet dealer: either $1200 off MSRP (including options)for a total of $39,895 (excluding taxes, license, etc.)or $2500 aboveinvoice for a total of $40,315 (excluding taxes, etc.) so obviously the first is the better deal. I live in San Diego and am paying cash. Car is being ordered with delivery expected end of February if I order this week. This is their first offer--all communications were via the internet-dealer called this morning to confirm my options and then faxed this. all other dealers insisted I come in. What do you think? Thanks...I'm so nervous, this is my first very own car and it's a lot of money! Also, even though I am paying cash I was told I had to fill out a credit application in order to verify my identity ("so we know you are who you say you are"), as my credit report won't do this, any thoughts on why they want me to fill out the credit application? | |
Wantabimmer-what's up with the htd seats in San Diego?  I'm sure there are temperature fluctuations that warrant the need. I don't think many of us looked at the convertible to post about it but as other bimmer's, it's a fine automobile. In San Diego, I would imagine the demand is higher than here on the east coast and I would shoot for $1500 over invoice. But, the convertible is one of the better cars to get via european delivery and $1000-$1500 over german wholesale price due to the limited discounts on the ciC in the states. Check out eurobuyers.com for the wholesale prices and compare for yourself. Finally, evaluate some of the options again and see what you need- the premium pkg in the convertible offers a fully automated top- i'm not sure if that means cars equipped w/o premium pkg have two latches or are manual- might want to find that out and determine if it is worth the $1700..Other than that, the premium pkg doesn't add much.. I am a fan of the sport pkg but again, it's not necessary.. I love the seats, and the wheels and clear corner lenses look nice on the convertible. If possible, drive both and determine if you like it but the one advantage in San Diego is that you could leave the sport tires on yr long. To summarize, go to eurobuyers.com and evaluate the 325 pricing and options (second thumbnail has wholesale pricing. Since you are paying cash, hammer them for the best deal $1200-$1500 over invoice here and compare your best deal in the states to $1000-$1500 over german invoice via euripean delivery. Determine which is better for you: 1. time to wait for the car 2. expenses for flight to germnay etc. Finally, being a first time buyer, have them fax you over a vehicle sales sheet ahead of time and be aware of bs charges- added bank fees, doc fees, advertising fees, etc. Make sure you are comfortable before you sign. With the credit application, not sure you have to fill that out and it may be something imposed by the government to ensure the money is legit but find out from various dealers if it is required. Hope this helps and good luck.. Feel free to post more questions as there are a lot of people on this board more knowledgeable than I! |
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| Happy New Year-thanks so much for the reply today! RE the heated seats in San Diego--it's freezing here, especially in the morning--global warming, I guess! The premium package does offer the power top--but I don't want it or need it. Will be checking out european delivery--never considered it and I have friends and family in Germany so a trip there would be nice. Thanks for all your help! | |
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"..RE the heated seats in San Diego--it's freezing here" Oh you spoiled Californians. I go out to SD at least once a year and its almost perfect weather there everyday. Except in the middle of winter, where it can get into the 40's in the early mornings..and then you have to "suffer" till 2pm that day when its sunny and mid 60's again!!  Enjoy your new car- youll LOVE it! I just got a 330i and its an amazing car!! =) |
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| Fork over the extra money for the PP. You'll be sorry you don't have the powertop. And if you go to sell, it'll hurt you. | |
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Thanks all for your help. I will be reviewing others' deals which have been posted and I guess I'll also be looking into European Delivery for a better deal than I could possibly get for immediate delivery. How about info on performance center delivery? Anybody done it? What's the difference between PCD and ED? Is there another place to go to for this info besides the ED board? Thanks again. |
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No discounts for US built US delivered models (like the X5, etc) vs. the big discounts for European Delivery. Dan |
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