Discount for 135i Convertible?

[trueX5]

Hi, I'm looking to replace one of my cars with a '08 135i Convertible. What can I expect this time of year off MSRP? How far below MSRP have you guys gotten?
Thanks

[New Motors]

It depends on how many on the lot. See PM

[trueX5]

There are anywhere from 4 to 7 135i vert on the lots of local dealers here.

[1love]

There are 10+ here in atlanta so im sure a good deal can be had.

[trueX5]

SO.....below MSRP? Below Invoice?

[trueX5]

Um....ok. Nobody here has a 135i vert?

I'm going to drive one tomorrow.

[De_UnKnOwN_1]

How would you go about getting one below the invoice price?

[trueX5]

How would you go about getting one below the invoice price?

Just like you would with any other car. So I guess it won't happen with the 1. Do people get it under MSRP?

[RockyRoad]

Just like you would with any other car. So I guess it won't happen with the 1. Do people get it under MSRP?
People reportedly have been getting $1K off MSRP in the USA.
The ones left on the lot now are probably optioned up the proverbial ying-yang and are also going to be replaced by the 2009's pretty soon, so there should be at least a $1 - $2K discount off MSRP.

[trueX5]

Was at the dealer today, they were offering between 2 and 3k off MSRP.

[De_UnKnOwN_1]

It makes more sense to go by how much over the invoice you are paying then how much under MSRP you are paying.

From what I have seen, down here in SoFla atleast, the dealers havent been dealing on the 135i coupes..They have been in high demand. I do not know about the 'verts though. As said before, with the 09's coming in, you might be able to get a good deal on an 08 leftover. I guess the same could apply to a 'vert.

[holo777]

I paid $1500 over invoice, but the last time I went to the dealer they had a few hanging around on the lot (had to order mine)

[Lena@SwopeBMW]

If it's of any interest, I am offering a 2008 135 Convertible $ 4,300.00 off MSRP or $ 700 below invoice. The vehicle is in stock and has 677 miles on it. You are in IL, I am in KY. Transport could be arranged. Just a thought....

Lena Pysareva
BMW Client Advisor
Louisville, KY
(502) 417-0945

[pilotman]

this sounds like a great deal for the OP. How are you able to sell BELOW invoice, aren't you losing money, or is there some incentive / holdback from BMW that allows you to do this? (i.e. automatic transmission credit etc)

[Lena@SwopeBMW]

There are no incentives from BMW on 1 series, but the 135 Convertibles (for the most part) are so expensive that anyone in their right mind would go for a hardtop 328 for the same money. I would. This car is priced at $ 47,145.00 MSRP, we are losing money on it but at the end we are moving a unit which will increase our allocation for the future.

[kyfdx]

the 135 Convertibles (for the most part) are so expensive that anyone in their right mind would go for a hardtop 328 for the same money. I would.

I'm not really sold on the whole hardtop convertible thing.. I thought I would be, in theory.. but, in practice, they aren't that attractive. The main advantage is superior visibility with the top up. (and, the winter thing, if you live in those areas).

Given a choice, I think I'd take a 135i convertible over the 328i... Less weight, more power for the 135i... neither one of them has a livable back seat, so no issues there.. The 3-series is a little better looking with the top down... but, I can't see it from inside..

What's that 135i vert lease out at, at that price? 3yr/45K.. (of course, you won't mark up the MF, right? ;-))

regards,
kyfdx

[Lena@SwopeBMW]

I'm not really sold on the whole hardtop convertible thing.. I thought I would be, in theory.. but, in practice, they aren't that attractive. The main advantage is superior visibility with the top up. (and, the winter thing, if you live in those areas).

Given a choice, I think I'd take a 135i convertible over the 328i... Less weight, more power for the 135i... neither one of them has a livable back seat, so no issues there.. The 3-series is a little better looking with the top down... but, I can't see it from inside..

What's that 135i vert lease out at, at that price? 3yr/45K.. (of course, you won't mark up the MF, right? ;-))

regards,
kyfdx

You are right, kyfdx, about the weight and more power. However most convertible purchasers are in it for a drop-top reason, drive around, enjoy the sun kind of thing.

As far as lease
3yr/45,000 miles
with security deposit and no mark-up on MF
$ 1943 due $ 668 per mo with KY tax

30 mo/37,500 miles
with security deposit and no mark-up on MF
$ 1870 due $ 645 per mo with KY tax

Do you want to lease it?

[adgrant]

If it's of any interest, I am offering a 2008 135 Convertible $ 4,300.00 off MSRP or $ 700 below invoice. The vehicle is in stock and has 677 miles on it. You are in IL, I am in KY. Transport could be arranged. Just a thought....

Lena Pysareva
BMW Client Advisor
Louisville, KY
(502) 417-0945

What options does this car have?

[Lena@SwopeBMW]

What options does this car have?

2008 135 Convertible
Alpine White with Black Boston Leather
- Automatic STEPTRONIC Transmission
- Premium Package
- Sport Package
- Moonlight Black Soft Top
- High Gloss Black Trim
- Heated Front Seats
- iPod and USB Adapter
- Satellite Radio w/ 1 year subscription
677 miles on the odometer
MSRP $ 47,145.00
Sale Price $ 42,845.00

Thanks for inquiry.

Lena Pysareva
BMW Client Advisor
(502) 417-0945

[IrvRobinson]

I'm in Illinois,you're in Illinois,call me ! Maybe you should do an ED on an '09

[adgrant]

I'm in Illinois,you're in Illinois,call me ! Maybe you should do an ED on an '09

Do 1 series ED's still come out of dealer allocation?

[adgrant]

2008 135 Convertible
Alpine White with Black Boston Leather
- Automatic STEPTRONIC Transmission
- Premium Package
- Sport Package
- Moonlight Black Soft Top
- High Gloss Black Trim
- Heated Front Seats
- iPod and USB Adapter
- Satellite Radio w/ 1 year subscription
677 miles on the odometer
MSRP $ 47,145.00
Sale Price $ 42,845.00


Thanks for the response. Unfortunately not the color/option combination I would be looking for.

[adrian's bmw]

Do 1 series ED's still come out of dealer allocation?

Unfortunately, yes. :(

[kenomail]

neither one of them has a livable back seat, so no issues there..


The 328/335 Coupe backseat has 1/2" less legroom than an E39 5 Series. Definitely the most in its class. The 1 Series verts have basically none.

[adgrant]

Unfortunately, yes. :(

So does that mean a small/no discount from ED MSRP?

[adrian's bmw]

So does that mean a small/no discount from ED MSRP?

Correct.

That is, unless you go in November or December.

[Viognier]

Correct.

That is, unless you go in November or December.

Why does it change for November/December?

[adgrant]

Correct.

That is, unless you go in November or December.

Actually, that is exactly when I would be going. December 22nd to be precise.

[adgrant]

Why does it change for November/December?

Probably because not too many people buy convertibles in the middle of Winter.

[trueX5]

Wow, sorry I haven't been here, forgot I made this thread.
I'm now looking at a Jet Black/Savanna 135i, MSRP of ~45,000. Thanks for the offers from our sponsors anyways though. That's a great price on that other 135i, but I'm only looking at black right now.
Will update thread if anything happens.
Thanks!

[Viognier]

As the 1-series leaves its initial model year, is there any meaningful chance ED 1-series will begin to NOT come out of a dealer's allocation like most of the other series?

Thinking about ED for next spring . . .

[Asteroid]

Irv posted yesterday in 1addicts that there are going to be some production slots not coming out of dealer allocations for the rest of this year. Make your plans now for x-mas in Munich.

[jorwig]

Irv posted yesterday in 1addicts that there are going to be some production slots not coming out of dealer allocations for the rest of this year. Make your plans now for x-mas in Munich.

I have a 2009 e93 335i ED on order for a November delivery. I was on the fence for the longest time trying to decide between the 135i and 335i verts. I decided on the 335i mainly due to the "better buy" ED discount on the 3(I lease for 2 years). I wonder if I can still change my order. I have a production # already, I hate second guessing.

[kyfdx]

You are right, kyfdx, about the weight and more power. However most convertible purchasers are in it for a drop-top reason, drive around, enjoy the sun kind of thing.

As far as lease
3yr/45,000 miles
with security deposit and no mark-up on MF
$ 1943 due $ 668 per mo with KY tax

30 mo/37,500 miles
with security deposit and no mark-up on MF
$ 1870 due $ 645 per mo with KY tax

Do you want to lease it?

If I got one, it would definitely be a lease... All I have to do is look at the buyout for my current vert vs. the real-world value...

The wife informed me today, that she doesn't want another convertible... What is it that they say? If you get a convertible, you'll either always have one, or never get one again? She likes it, mostly... just doesn't want to live with it, anymore... Looks like we are heading towards an X3..

That 30 month deal is decent, though.. Thanks for replying...

regards,
kyfdx

[adgrant]

If I got one, it would definitely be a lease... All I have to do is look at the buyout for my current vert vs. the real-world value...

The wife informed me today, that she doesn't want another convertible... What is it that they say? If you get a convertible, you'll either always have one, or never get one again? She likes it, mostly... just doesn't want to live with it, anymore... Looks like we are heading towards an X3..

That 30 month deal is decent, though.. Thanks for replying...

regards,
kyfdx

You will probably find that leasing is much less attractive now than when you leased your current car. BMW knocked about 5% of the residuals. OTOH if you are buying an X3 it may still be a good idea, their sales are down 34% YTD. Have you considered a 328 Wagon BTW.

[kyfdx]

You will probably find that leasing is much less attractive now than when you leased your current car. BMW knocked about 5% of the residuals. OTOH if you are buying an X3 it may still be a good idea, their sales are down 34% YTD. Have you considered a 328 Wagon BTW.


Any lease deal is going to look pitiful, compared to my current lease... I stole it... ;-)

But, the car is for my wife... and she says no to the wagon.. Don't even try logic..

Wagons don't lease out that great, anyway... I think the X3 still has the best lease deal of any BMW... We came close on one, right at the end of the month.. but, we were about $1200 apart..

I can wait.. Purchasing is always an option..

[adgrant]

Wagons don't lease out that great, anyway...


You are right about that.

[uofmtiger]

You are right, kyfdx, about the weight and more power. However most convertible purchasers are in it for a drop-top reason, drive around, enjoy the sun kind of thing.I don't agree with your premise, but if someone was not wanting the power, the 128i vert is over $10,000 cheaper than the 328i vert and has the same engine.

If you were correct, there would be no reason to have a 335i vert or 135i vert in the BMW line up.

[biglovemp]

The 328/335 Coupe backseat has 1/2" less legroom than an E39 5 Series. Definitely the most in its class. The 1 Series verts have basically none.

This cant be right?:dunno:
My E39 has more than enough room in the rear, there is no way a 328/335 has the same space. Unless that 1/2" is measured in some different way!