Ordered New 335i coupe but have some ?s

vitologarcia · 07-06-2009, 12:30 AM

[u2b]<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/yS_gD-eNGp0&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/yS_gD-eNGp0&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>[/u2b]I just ordered an Alpine White 335i coupe with:

-M-Sport Package w/ paddle shifters
-STEPtronic Transmission
-Navigation Package
- Black Leather Interior

I have made a deposit, and the order will be put in tomorrow according to the dealer guy. I have a coupe of questions though.....

Can you guys tell me how long this order process takes(approximately)? If the order is placed lets say July 6th, approximately when will I receive my car here in Philly?

I really didnt want to wait for the 2010 model, and if the only diff is the DCT (which i wouldnt get cause i wont need it), I dont think its worth it for me. What do you guys think?

I did not add the ipod adapter to my order is it really worth it? can I still add music to my hard drive in some way?

Sorry for all the questions and pardon my english i am still learning.

JC316 · 07-06-2009, 12:37 AM

Engwish is not too bad! LOL JK!

Depends on when the order makes its way over to Germany. I'm assuming that's what you're doing. Once your order goes in you'll recieve a VIN number. Shortly there after your vehicle will hit the assembly line. If you put the order in July 6th your vehicle should be completed well before August. After that it'll jump on a boat and you'll have to wait about 2 months. So September would probably be your best bet.

BTW congrats on the car! I put my order in 3 weeks ago and I have to wait until October for my e90 AW.

vitologarcia · 07-06-2009, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by JC316

BTW congrats on the car! I put my order in 3 weeks ago and I have to wait until October for my e90 AW.

Why do you have to wait so long? I cant wait till september, that is wayyyy to long haha.

Thanks for the infor JC316

JC316 · 07-06-2009, 12:58 AM

I'm over here in Korea and the boat that comes from Germany to here with US Spec cars only has a couple of slots a month. I was 2 days too late and was put on the August list. One way around the wait is to pick one up on the LOT=)

NiVeDh · 07-06-2009, 01:00 AM

Or buy used.

Noc57 · 07-06-2009, 01:00 AM

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Originally Posted by vitologarcia

I cant wait till september, that is wayyyy to long haha.

Then cancel your order and find an 08?.....

I was extremely lucky when I picked up mine. called up my salesman a few weeks in advance, and he told me he just got in a brand new 09 335i coupe JB/coral with 230's.

I literally got the exact car I would've ordered, minus the nav.

2 miles on her when I took delivery!...

Never hurts to shop around a little more.

JC316 · 07-06-2009, 01:01 AM

LOL or yeah.. that too.. I just got a call from my dealer! VIN Number is out! My car hits the assembly line NEXT WEEK!

vitologarcia · 07-06-2009, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Noc57

Never hurts to shop around a little more.

I did shop around the only problem is that the M-Sport is rather new and cant find one with it. If i would have decided not to get M-sport package I would have a car right now from the dealer. I still think M-sport is worth it though..

Noc57 · 07-06-2009, 01:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vitologarcia

I did shop around the only problem is that the M-Sport is rather new and cant find one with it. If i would have decided not to get M-sport package I would have a car right now from the dealer. I still think M-sport is worth it though..

Didn't know you were looking for M-Sport.....If that's the case then you're right, M-Sport is too new. Just order your baby, you'll be happier that way.

Also, it may just be me but I think the aero front lip looks better than the M-tech front. (Rear is a different story...

)

vitologarcia · 07-06-2009, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Noc57

Also, it may just be me but I think the aero front lip looks better than the M-tech front. (Rear is a different story...

)

I agree with you here, and I hate that the M-tech is not offered in the US. I dont understand why....

NeTWorKz · 07-06-2009, 01:37 AM

Lol if M-tech's front looks weird. Has anyone tried Aero front lip and M-tech rear? haha

Noc57 · 07-06-2009, 01:41 AM

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Originally Posted by NeTWorKz

Lol if M-tech's front looks weird. Has anyone tried Aero front lip and M-tech rear? haha

I've seen quite a few with this set-up. I'd be running it too if it showed up better on JB. M-tech rear really pops with lighter colors.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=278922

Lobaeux · 07-06-2009, 08:37 AM

Congrats on your order.

The time from beginning to car pickup was about 8 weeks or so. My car was completed on the 22nd of April and I picked it up at the dealer on the 28th of May. I could be wrong, but I think the factory goes on holiday for a short time in the summer, you're car may be slightly delayed due to that fact. Make sure you follow the progress on the BMW website, and then you can track the boat it gets put on over the internet. Check out the ordering section of this forum for more details.

iPod adapter is worth it in my opinion. You can download songs to the harddrive via a thumbdrive or other USB device through the glove compartment. I've done this with music that I want permanently in the car. However, I can't seem to get audiobooks to work this way, so I've had to use an iPod for that.

The M Sport option is just too new for many dealers to have too many of the cars on the lot. Plus, if you want a 6MT, I doubt you'll find too many of these on dealers lots as well. Better off ordering.

Your English isn't bad at all. I usually make snide little comments about people's poor English on these forums, HOWEVER, the poor English usually isn't from people who learned English as a second language. It's usually from native English speakers who are lazy and shiftless!

Craig@SupremePower · 07-06-2009, 09:37 AM

congrats on the order..

vitologarcia · 07-08-2009, 07:13 PM

just go my VIN and production #s
I am so so happy about this. Even though the details in owners circle dont coincide with my order, i know it wont matter.

i cant wait to get this baby!

DASHOCKER · 07-08-2009, 07:27 PM

Congrats.. That 8 week wait will be well worth it once she is delivered.. I am still waiting for my vin# on my order (end of June build)..

vitologarcia · 07-08-2009, 07:44 PM

yeah it will definitely be worth the wait! but 8 weeks is still tooo long. I was hoping to have it by the end of August

DrGP · 07-08-2009, 08:11 PM

Have you checked out the tracking guide from this forum?? http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=828. It tells you everything you need to know about your order. Hopefully your car will be built in Germany. I believe some are actually assembled in South Africa. Quality of the South African built cars exceeds that of the German plant. Initially, I thought that only pertained to the E90s, but apparently some E92 are built there as well(AM I WRONG??). Anyway, 8 weeks is about right but at this time. Wouldn't you be better off waiting a few months for a 2010 model. There always are upgrades and changes(most times for the better but not always) . In any event, the wait is EXCRUCIATING!!!!!!!!!!! The only solace you have is that you can actually track the progress of your car during the build and shipping process. Not sure any other automaker give you that info. Good luck, believe it or not, the car will be here. Just some suggestions to do while you are waiting. Decide if you want a rear spoiler or not. If so, order it and have it ready to install when the car gets here. Since you have the M sport package, I suggest the M3 spoiler. Secondly, You may want to get rid of the Hideous amber side reflectors. You can get both of those items from Jlevi streetwerks. You may also want to check out **********s and Bimmian for some other items that you may want to add or change on your car. It will help pass the time. Only other suggestion is perhaps you could get a physician to place you in an induced coma for the next 8 weeks. That way, in a blink of an eye, your car will be here. Just think of all the money you will save as long as you have good medical insurance.

vitologarcia · 07-14-2009, 11:28 AM

my baby just finished production today, can someone estimate how long it will take from now on?

Thomas_76 · 07-14-2009, 04:04 PM

It'll probably take a couple days to get to Bremerhaven from there and then it could be up to 1 week before it gets on a ship. From there it'll be close to 10 days to get from Bremerhaven to the east coast. Then after that it'll take a few days at least at the VPC (if you're lucky) then a few more days at dealer before you can get it. So I estimate adding about 4-5 weeks to your wait. You're total wait is usually 6-8 weeks. Probably closer to 6 for you since you live on the East Coast.

Mine is going to be about 7 weeks until I see my car at the dealership since I live in the Midwest.

vitologarcia · 07-14-2009, 05:01 PM

That long? I am going to cry i think!!!!!!

I think i am crying!!!

I have been crying!!

Hah

MCMLXXXIX · 07-14-2009, 05:28 PM

hmm
my order was placed around the first week of july
and i picked it up august 27th
i dont know how long it was at the dealer cause i was on vacation for the entire duration. but when i got back, i called them up and they said it was waiting for me lol so i think youll have it end of august

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vitologarcia Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 259 Posts Drives: BMW 335i Alpine White M-Sport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Philadelphia, PA iTrader: (2)	Ordered New 335i coupe but have some ?s [u2b]<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/yS_gD-eNGp0&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/yS_gD-eNGp0&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>[/u2b]I just ordered an Alpine White 335i coupe with: -M-Sport Package w/ paddle shifters -STEPtronic Transmission -Navigation Package - Black Leather Interior I have made a deposit, and the order will be put in tomorrow according to the dealer guy. I have a coupe of questions though..... Can you guys tell me how long this order process takes(approximately)? If the order is placed lets say July 6th, approximately when will I receive my car here in Philly? I really didnt want to wait for the 2010 model, and if the only diff is the DCT (which i wouldnt get cause i wont need it), I dont think its worth it for me. What do you guys think? I did not add the ipod adapter to my order is it really worth it? can I still add music to my hard drive in some way? Sorry for all the questions and pardon my english i am still learning. Last edited by vitologarcia; 08-05-2009 at 11:23 PM..
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JC316 Second Lieutenant 74 Rep 293 Posts Drives: 2021 X5 M50i \| 2009 E90 335i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Seoul, Korea iTrader: (2)	Engwish is not too bad! LOL JK! Depends on when the order makes its way over to Germany. I'm assuming that's what you're doing. Once your order goes in you'll recieve a VIN number. Shortly there after your vehicle will hit the assembly line. If you put the order in July 6th your vehicle should be completed well before August. After that it'll jump on a boat and you'll have to wait about 2 months. So September would probably be your best bet. BTW congrats on the car! I put my order in 3 weeks ago and I have to wait until October for my e90 AW.
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JC316 Second Lieutenant 74 Rep 293 Posts Drives: 2021 X5 M50i \| 2009 E90 335i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Seoul, Korea iTrader: (2)	LOL or yeah.. that too.. I just got a call from my dealer! VIN Number is out! My car hits the assembly line NEXT WEEK!
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Lobaeux Captain 22 Rep 630 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 335i coupe Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Little Rock, AR iTrader: (5) Garage List 2009 BMW [0.00] 2001 Subaru Impreza RS [0.00]	Congrats on your order. The time from beginning to car pickup was about 8 weeks or so. My car was completed on the 22nd of April and I picked it up at the dealer on the 28th of May. I could be wrong, but I think the factory goes on holiday for a short time in the summer, you're car may be slightly delayed due to that fact. Make sure you follow the progress on the BMW website, and then you can track the boat it gets put on over the internet. Check out the ordering section of this forum for more details. iPod adapter is worth it in my opinion. You can download songs to the harddrive via a thumbdrive or other USB device through the glove compartment. I've done this with music that I want permanently in the car. However, I can't seem to get audiobooks to work this way, so I've had to use an iPod for that. The M Sport option is just too new for many dealers to have too many of the cars on the lot. Plus, if you want a 6MT, I doubt you'll find too many of these on dealers lots as well. Better off ordering. Your English isn't bad at all. I usually make snide little comments about people's poor English on these forums, HOWEVER, the poor English usually isn't from people who learned English as a second language. It's usually from native English speakers who are lazy and shiftless! __________________ 2007 Porsche Cayman S
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vitologarcia Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 259 Posts Drives: BMW 335i Alpine White M-Sport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Philadelphia, PA iTrader: (2)	just go my VIN and production #s I am so so happy about this. Even though the details in owners circle dont coincide with my order, i know it wont matter. i cant wait to get this baby!
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vitologarcia Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 259 Posts Drives: BMW 335i Alpine White M-Sport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Philadelphia, PA iTrader: (2)	yeah it will definitely be worth the wait! but 8 weeks is still tooo long. I was hoping to have it by the end of August
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DrGP Lieutenant Colonel 136 Rep 1,914 Posts Drives: Sapphire 335i coupe Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: SE, PA iTrader: (0)	Have you checked out the tracking guide from this forum?? http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=828. It tells you everything you need to know about your order. Hopefully your car will be built in Germany. I believe some are actually assembled in South Africa. Quality of the South African built cars exceeds that of the German plant. Initially, I thought that only pertained to the E90s, but apparently some E92 are built there as well(AM I WRONG??). Anyway, 8 weeks is about right but at this time. Wouldn't you be better off waiting a few months for a 2010 model. There always are upgrades and changes(most times for the better but not always) . In any event, the wait is EXCRUCIATING!!!!!!!!!!! The only solace you have is that you can actually track the progress of your car during the build and shipping process. Not sure any other automaker give you that info. Good luck, believe it or not, the car will be here. Just some suggestions to do while you are waiting. Decide if you want a rear spoiler or not. If so, order it and have it ready to install when the car gets here. Since you have the M sport package, I suggest the M3 spoiler. Secondly, You may want to get rid of the Hideous amber side reflectors. You can get both of those items from Jlevi streetwerks. You may also want to check out **********s and Bimmian for some other items that you may want to add or change on your car. It will help pass the time. Only other suggestion is perhaps you could get a physician to place you in an induced coma for the next 8 weeks. That way, in a blink of an eye, your car will be here. Just think of all the money you will save as long as you have good medical insurance.
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vitologarcia Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 259 Posts Drives: BMW 335i Alpine White M-Sport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Philadelphia, PA iTrader: (2)	my baby just finished production today, can someone estimate how long it will take from now on?
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Thomas_76 Private 0 Rep 87 Posts Drives: 335i LeMans Blue M-sport Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Frozen Tundra iTrader: (0)	It'll probably take a couple days to get to Bremerhaven from there and then it could be up to 1 week before it gets on a ship. From there it'll be close to 10 days to get from Bremerhaven to the east coast. Then after that it'll take a few days at least at the VPC (if you're lucky) then a few more days at dealer before you can get it. So I estimate adding about 4-5 weeks to your wait. You're total wait is usually 6-8 weeks. Probably closer to 6 for you since you live on the East Coast. Mine is going to be about 7 weeks until I see my car at the dealership since I live in the Midwest.
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vitologarcia Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 259 Posts Drives: BMW 335i Alpine White M-Sport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Philadelphia, PA iTrader: (2)	That long? I am going to cry i think!!!!!! I think i am crying!!! I have been crying!! Hah
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MCMLXXXIX wat 235 Rep 3,406 Posts Drives: a gr3at whit3 5hark Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Oct 2008 iTrader: (0)	hmm my order was placed around the first week of july and i picked it up august 27th i dont know how long it was at the dealer cause i was on vacation for the entire duration. but when i got back, i called them up and they said it was waiting for me lol so i think youll have it end of august __________________ 2012 Toyota Highlander SE - PAST - 2008 e92 335i, 2006 e90 325i
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