Dealer trade across country?

[EVO350]

Hey guys, I'm in the process of ordering a 2012 e92 M3 and just came across a 2011 demo that is the EXACT configuration I'm looking for. The only problem is the car is over 2000 miles away on the other coast. Would it be out of the question to ask my salesman to try and do a dealer trade for the car, or is that unprecedented for that kind of distance? I know that dealer trades happen all the time, but I'm not sure if there is some kind of limitation on the distance.

I appreciate the help.

[mpm3]

it really depends, they did that for my audi

[templarklimek]

I'm no expert but the cost to transport a vehicle across the country run abour 1000-1700.00 depending on carrier etc. The dealer may frown on sucha interstate long distance swap.

IMHO get the last of the last 2012 built as you want it.

[ring007]

shouldn't be a problem. One this to think about when buying a demo, is the condition of the car. Might have a few nicks in the hood, etc. obviously your local dealer will want to know you are buying the car before he spend the time and expense to transport it to you. I just had my local dealer trade for a car in FL (im in IA). Took 3 days I think.

[EVO350]

Originally Posted by ring007

shouldn't be a problem. One this to think about when buying a demo, is the condition of the car. Might have a few nicks in the hood, etc. obviously your local dealer will want to know you are buying the car before he spend the time and expense to transport it to you. I just had my local dealer trade for a car in FL (im in IA). Took 3 days I think.

Thanks for the info so far guys. I just asked my salesman to look in to the feasibility of it, he said to expect at least $1500 for transport.

[EVO350]

Originally Posted by EVO350

Thanks for the info so far guys. I just asked my salesman to look in to the feasibility of it, he said to expect at least $1500 for transport.

Welp, the dealer in CA won't do a dealer trade. They said they will ship the car to me free of charge though if I buy it. There is one caveat - they need proof that my current BMW has been sold / transferred before they can sell me the car.

What would be my best option here guys? Should I try leasetrader? Carmax?

Thanks again