6/14 Production Date

[munk330ci]

I'm new to this forum. Nice to see a forum for those who are suffering like me. I placed the order a month ago and have a june 14 production date. Just called and its at status 150. This wait is brutal. Don't know if I will make it! Any advice?

[Amardeep24]

Hey same here.. I placed about a month ago and also got the 6/14 date.
Does the production date mean thats when the build starts? Or finishes?

Any idea when we should expect to get the car?

Also how did you find out your status? Is there a way to get that off the bmw website? I couldn't find it under owners cirlce.

thanks and congrats.

[illmatic7281]

6/14 here too. im in New york so im prayin i get my whip in july. Im at status 150 and the fella on the bmwna on the phone said car will start production sometime next week so im guessing its scheduled to be finished by 6/14. Hope thats the case!!

[mleelun]

My 330Cic is done before my 6/7 production date. Now the wait begins....

Mike

[munk330ci]

Originally posted by Amardeep24
Hey same here.. I placed about a month ago and also got the 6/14 date.
Does the production date mean thats when the build starts? Or finishes?

Any idea when we should expect to get the car?

Also how did you find out your status? Is there a way to get that off the bmw website? I couldn't find it under owners cirlce.

thanks and congrats.

I don't think the website is all that usefull. It also isn't very up to date. Call this number: 800-831-1117 ext 3.

They will ask your production number. Very helpfull. I was told that the production date is the "estimated" date of completion. I was told my car started production on 6/4 and it would take about a week to get to status 160.

Go to this link for good info on status codes. ( i didn't know what they were):

http://www.bmw330ci.com/330ci_orderguide.htm

I'm in CA, and was told probably would be at the dealer first or second week in August. I believe it would be sooner if you are on the east coast(?)

[munk330ci]

Just called. wasn't going to until friday but couldn't wait. status 151. at least there's been some progress.:thumb:

[Zaphod]

The wait is killing me too.

I was status 151 on 5/31 and as of last Friday it was 190. I thought that the progress would make me feel better, now I think it's worse now that I know it's built and someplace other than here!

[illmatic7281]

ok fellas................car is offically produced as of today (tuesday). its awaiting transport and i cant sleep at night:p
i thought that was rather quick. My estimated production date was the 14. 4 days ahead schedule!

[munk330ci]

Originally posted by illmatic7281
ok fellas................car is offically produced as of today (tuesday). its awaiting transport and i cant sleep at night:p
i thought that was rather quick. My estimated production date was the 14. 4 days ahead schedule!

WOO HOO! Congrats!

I wasn't going to call today. Now I think I have too.

[Rufus330Ci]

I have a 6/14 production date and I'm in step 151 (body shop/welding) as of two days ago 6/11. They said another 5-7 days until it gets painted.....

[munk330ci]

Just checked the webite and it shows that the car is waiting for transport. I guess that is probably status 160. I will call later today to find out. :D :thumb:

[Rufus330Ci]

Good news I called around 5:30pm today and they said I'm in status 155 (Production Complete/Final Inspection)! Come on I want status 160?!? ;O)

[illmatic7281]

status 193...........its at the port of export!!!!!:p Hasnt been shipped yet though

[Rufus330Ci]

Hmm I wonder if mine will be one of the last ones to get on the boat since everyone elses car is already at Bremmehaven (i think thats how you spell it).

[munk330ci]

Status 193 as of yesterday:) How's everyone else doing??
Does anyone know the boat schedule? I've been trying to get onto the Wallenius Wilhemsen site, but can't seem to get though to the schedule page.:banghead:

[illmatic7281]

me too..........it must be down....still 193:banghead:

[mleelun]

I had a prod date of 6/7 and my car was shipped on 6/14! It should be here by 6/26! I can't wait! :banghead: I'm getting a steel blue 330 cabrio black soft top with sp and pp. :D

That link is rarely up for me.. but if you look at the spreadsheet the next boats scheduled to leave are:

AIDA Jun-19 arriving at New York July-2
Atlantic Concert Jun-22 arriving at New York July-9
Hudson Leader Jun-30 arriving at New York July-12

The wait is killing me!

Mike

[munk330ci]

I found that spreadsheet. Unfortunately, the next boat that goes to Hueneme (sp?) leaves the 21 or 24, can't tell. Hope I get on it!!:tsk:

[illmatic7281]

damn......i hope i get on the boat that leaves today (the 19th). That puppy arrives july 2nd.....thats my birthday, granted it prolly wont be at dealer for at least a week after that. i called today.....and they said status 193 so im hoping they just werent notified it was being shipped today:(

[munk330ci]

To make the wait even more painful, I took my (current) car into the delaership today to have the radio looked at. The radio died. I now have a hole in my dash and have no tunes for 2 to 4 weeks.:confused:

[Rufus330Ci]

I'm at status 190. Still on the train I guess. I'm looking at having the car arriving around July 14th...

I've got this terrible headache the past couple days, I hope it passes soon. :(

Got all this anxiety and migrain medicine from the doctor, must be too much computer and too much stress. I'm only 22 whats up with this.....

[Amardeep24]

Hey Guys!!

Just call the 800 number and got a call from dealer.. Car is on ship as of the 19th. It's on the Rigoletto!!
Estimated date of arrival July 1st. Wohoooooo!!

330i sp, step, mr, xenon.. And Steel Gray of course.

[mleelun]

I finally got to this site while it was up... Here is the schedule to NY:

BREMERHAVEN 14/06/2002 NEW YORK, NY 26/06/2002 JINGU MARU EA224-JGM 12 <-- My car's on this boat!
BREMERHAVEN 15/06/2002 NEW YORK, NY 02/07/2002 ATLANTIC CARTIER 2276-ACE 16
BREMERHAVEN 19/06/2002 NEW YORK, NY 01/07/2002 RIGOLETTO EQ213-RIG 11
BREMERHAVEN 20/06/2002 NEW YORK, NY 03/07/2002 AIDA EA225-AID 12
BREMERHAVEN 22/06/2002 NEW YORK, NY 09/07/2002 ATLANTIC CONCERT 2277-ACT 16
BREMERHAVEN 25/06/2002 NEW YORK, NY 08/07/2002 FALSTAFF EC213-FAL 12
BREMERHAVEN 28/06/2002 NEW YORK, NY 16/07/2002 ATLANTIC COMPASS 2278-ACS 17
BREMERHAVEN 30/06/2002 NEW YORK, NY 12/07/2002 HUDSON LEADER EA226-HUL 11
BREMERHAVEN 02/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 15/07/2002 TRAVIATA EQ214-TRA 12
BREMERHAVEN 03/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 16/07/2002 DON JUAN EA227-DOJ 12
BREMERHAVEN 06/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 23/07/2002 ATLANTIC CONVEYOR 2279-ACY 16
BREMERHAVEN 09/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 22/07/2002 FIGARO EC214-FIG 12
BREMERHAVEN 10/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 23/07/2002 JINGU MARU EA228-JGM 12
BREMERHAVEN 13/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 30/07/2002 ATLANTIC COMPANION 2201-ACN 16
BREMERHAVEN 17/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 29/07/2002 RIGOLETTO EQ215-RIG 11
BREMERHAVEN 18/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 31/07/2002 AIDA EA229-AID 12
BREMERHAVEN 20/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 06/08/2002 ATLANTIC CARTIER 2202-ACE 16
BREMERHAVEN 23/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 05/08/2002 ISOLDE EC215-ISO 12
BREMERHAVEN 27/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 09/08/2002 HUDSON LEADER EA230-HUL 12
BREMERHAVEN 27/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 13/08/2002 ATLANTIC CONCERT 2203-ACT 16
BREMERHAVEN 30/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 12/08/2002 TRAVIATA EQ216-TRA 12
BREMERHAVEN 31/07/2002 NEW YORK, NY 13/08/2002 DON JUAN EA231-DOJ 12
BREMERHAVEN 03/08/2002 NEW YORK, NY 20/08/2002 ATLANTIC COMPASS 2204-ACS 16
BREMERHAVEN 06/08/2002 NEW YORK, NY 19/08/2002 FALSTAFF EC216-FAL 12
BREMERHAVEN 10/08/2002 NEW YORK, NY 27/08/2002 ATLANTIC CONVEYOR 2205-ACY 16
BREMERHAVEN 17/08/2002 NEW YORK, NY 03/09/2002 ATLANTIC COMPANION 2206-ACN 16
BREMERHAVEN 20/08/2002 NEW YORK, NY 02/09/2002 FIGARO EC217-FIG 12
BREMERHAVEN 24/08/2002 NEW YORK, NY 10/09/2002 ATLANTIC CARTIER 2207-ACE 16
BREMERHAVEN 31/08/2002 NEW YORK, NY 17/09/2002 ATLANTIC CONCERT 2208-ACT 16
BREMERHAVEN 03/09/2002 NEW YORK, NY 16/09/2002 ISOLDE EC218-ISO 12
BREMERHAVEN 07/09/2002 NEW YORK, NY 24/09/2002 ATLANTIC COMPASS 2209-ACS 16
BREMERHAVEN 14/09/2002 NEW YORK, NY 01/10/2002 ATLANTIC CONVEYOR 2210-ACY 16
BREMERHAVEN 17/09/2002 NEW YORK, NY 30/09/2002 FALSTAFF EC219-FAL 12
BREMERHAVEN 01/10/2002 NEW YORK, NY 14/10/2002 FIGARO EC220-FIG 12
BREMERHAVEN 15/10/2002 NEW YORK, NY 28/10/2002 ISOLDE EC221-ISO 12
BREMERHAVEN 29/10/2002 NEW YORK, NY 11/11/2002 FALSTAFF EC222-FAL 12
BREMERHAVEN 12/11/2002 NEW YORK, NY 25/11/2002 FIGARO EC223-FIG 12
BREMERHAVEN 26/11/2002 NEW YORK, NY 09/12/2002 ISOLDE EC224-ISO 12
BREMERHAVEN 10/12/2002 NEW YORK, NY 23/12/2002 FALSTAFF EC225-FAL 12

Mike

[illmatic7281]

my whip is on the RIGOLETTO also. Arrives on july 1st which happens to be the day before my 21st birthday. anybody have an idea how long it takes from arrival at docks to delivery??? Im guessin a couple of days since im right here in New york

[Rufus330Ci]

My headache is gone!!!! I called today and I'm in status 193 they couldn't tell me which boat or when its leaving but they said the dealer should know within a couple days wohoo!!

[munk330ci]

called today, still status 193. :mad: two ships have left port that go to port hueneme since the car has been at bremerhave. this really sucks.:banghead: i'm bitter.

[3LOU5]

Is it me or does time seem to slow down at an AGONIZING rate the closer our cars get to the dealership? :(

Anyway, I called and found out that my ride is also on the Rigoletto, and is scheduled to arrive in Port Charleston on 7/5.

I can only RTFM and cruise the many Bimmer websites so much. Anyone have an alternate plan to make this torture-like wait more bearable besides the recommended Prosac? :dunno:

[mleelun]

Nope it gets worse. I'm really close now. In fact, the Jingu Maru should be on the easy coast of the U.S. by now. It's scheduled to dock in NY by Wednesday. I'm hoping an act of God gets it through the VPC and to the dealer by Friday!

Mike

Originally posted by U3S2A5
Is it me or does time seem to slow down at an AGONIZING rate the closer our cars get to the dealership? :(

Anyway, I called and found out that my ride is also on the Rigoletto, and is scheduled to arrive in Port Charleston on 7/5.

I can only RTFM and cruise the many Bimmer websites so much. Anyone have an alternate plan to make this torture-like wait more bearable besides the recommended Prosac? :dunno:

[Technic]

You guys crack me up! I also ordered a 330i Orient Blue/Natural Brown, SP, PP, Bi-X, 18" and is also in the Rigoletto, scheduled to arrive in Charleston the 5th.

What I do while I am waiting? I do not get bitter, I get even! My garage is full of the accessories that are going to be installed the same day of the car arriving:

- Birchwood trim including steering wheel insert
- E36 M3 style mirrors
- Tint windows (50%)
- M Technic front bumper cover
- Alarm
- Pedal set
- CD Changer
- First Aid Kit

I will get the bumper and the mirrors painted as soon I know that the car is in the US, the alarm and the tint will be dealer installed (the salesman really got me a nice discount for installation, the painting and the car) and the pedals, CD Changer, First Aid kit and the birchwood are going to be my personal project for the delivery day.

If there is enough time left, then it will be tire shine and Zymol time!

Then I will go to sleep... or maybe not.

Nice meeting you guys.

[3LOU5]

....and the pedals, CD Changer, First Aid kit and the birchwood are going to be my personal project for the delivery day.

I commend you for your self control in maintaining your wheels on delivery day.

Me? I'll be planning on installing the OEM alarm the NEXT day. I'm planning on taking the long, long, LONG way home from the dealership on delivery day. I'll most likely make the rounds to show off my new acquisition to my friends and family. And even though I didn't get the SP, I'll next be driving my favorite twisty road to a secluded beach to catch a Gulf sunset. :D

(Gee, it's pretty bad when you have delivery day all planned out WAY in advance, huh?) :tsk:

Then after the lengthy initial drive, I'll try to catch up on my lack of sleep....in my car, that is. :thumbup:

[Amardeep24]

Hey Guys!

I called the 800 number and I was told the ship is supposed to arrive 7/1 not 7/5. Are they BS'ing me?

Not that 4 days makes a difference at all. I just want to know where you guys are getting your info?

The wait is def becoming a SHOW!!

[munk330ci]

Originally posted by Technic
You guys crack me up! I also ordered a 330i Orient Blue/Natural Brown, SP, PP, Bi-X, 18" and is also in the Rigoletto, scheduled to arrive in Charleston the 5th.

What I do while I am waiting? I do not get bitter, I get even! My garage is full of the accessories that are going to be installed the same day of the car arriving:

- Birchwood trim including steering wheel insert
- E36 M3 style mirrors
- Tint windows (50%)
- M Technic front bumper cover
- Alarm
- Pedal set
- CD Changer
- First Aid Kit

I will get the bumper and the mirrors painted as soon I know that the car is in the US, the alarm and the tint will be dealer installed (the salesman really got me a nice discount for installation, the painting and the car) and the pedals, CD Changer, First Aid kit and the birchwood are going to be my personal project for the delivery day.

If there is enough time left, then it will be tire shine and Zymol time!

Then I will go to sleep... or maybe not.

Nice meeting you guys.

Don't get me wrong, I've started ordering mods. None delivered yet. Maybe that will help. And I'm with U3S2A5, delivery day is reserved for driving:D

[3LOU5]

Hey Amar, when I called that 1-800 number and was given the arrival date of 7/5, it was yesterday (6/24) around 4PM E.S.T.

AND HECK YEAH, FOUR DAYS DOES MAKE A DIFFERENCE ! j/k

:bigpimp:

[Technic]

They are still telling me that the Rigoletto is arriving the 5th. But if this is true, four days are four days, specially considering the 4th of July holiday.

Any way, the first time that I shipped a BMW from Bremerhaven (June 1995, Army days in Germany), it only took 11 days to arrive at Houston, so anything is possible.

[mleelun]

Hey, just to bring up something to keep our minds off the fact that are cars are not here yet. I want to buy a good digital camera to take pictures of my whip when it gets here. What camera do you guys suggest for around $1000?

Mike

[illmatic7281]

i was told the first also.....my whip is on om the riggoleto.

[3LOU5]

6/14 brothers:

I called my salesman today (6/25, 1745 E.S.T.) to discuss my car/key memory settings and he informed me that the boat is scheduled to hit U.S. shores on 7/3. (So that's another date to worry about). :(

I WAS going to ask him when the car would arrive at the dealership, but I think that would further torture me. I'll just wait until after the upcoming holiday, because then he can come up with a more accurate arrival date.

[Rufus330Ci]

I got 6/14 Production Date and last status I got was 193 at port of exit and owners still says Awaiting Transport does anyone elses say this???

[Technic]

Call this number, 800-831-1117 ext 3 and really find out. Get your production number first, though.

Good luck.

[Rufus330Ci]

Yeah I called them a couple days ago maybe theres an update :D

[Amardeep24]

Hey Guys!!

Yeah I just called th 800 number (6/26) & they are still saying ship is gonna arrive the 1st. My car is scheduled to be at the vpc till the 9th ( 8 days at the vpc seems a bit long ).


I actually got a call from my dealer yesterday giving me all the info.. He claims that the ship usually gets in a couple of days early, so now I dont know what to think. He claims that bmwna tends to exxagerate (sp?). My dealer has been awesome, I ordered a month and a half ago. He was able to trade allocations with another dealer.

[munk330ci]

Originally posted by Rufus330Ci
I got 6/14 Production Date and last status I got was 193 at port of exit and owners still says Awaiting Transport does anyone elses say this???

me too :(

[Rufus330Ci]

Latest Update! I'm on the FALSTAFF?!?! the wonderful 13 day voyage to NY ;O) left as of 6-25 and suppose to get there on the 8th of July. Dealer gets it by the 15th I should see it by the end of that week hopefully?!?!?!

Anyone else on this ship?????

[mleelun]

Originally posted by Rufus330Ci
Latest Update! I'm on the FALSTAFF?!?! the wonderful 13 day voyage to NY ;O) left as of 6-25 and suppose to get there on the 8th of July. Dealer gets it by the 15th I should see it by the end of that week hopefully?!?!?!

Anyone else on this ship?????

How do you know when the dealer gets the car? My ship landed yesterday. I was hoping it would zip through the VPC and end up at my dealer in the next day or two.

Mike

[Technic]

...add a week or so for the dealership to receive it and maybe even delivery.

[bfriedman]

:bigpimp: :bigpimp: :bigpimp:

hopefully docking on the 8th! :thumbup:

but im figuring at least a week to 10 days for vpc and transport.
:(

trying to focus on work

b

[Rufus330Ci]

hahaha I know the feeling. Theses next 20 days are brutal!?!!!?

I just want my nice silky smooth gearbox :D :D :D

[munk330ci]

:D

just checked the website and it says the car is en route. haven't called so I don't know any of the particulars. my wife and I are going to monterey first week of august for a brief vacation. I would sure like to have the bimmer for that trip :D (let's go to the aquarium tomorrow honey, today we can drive up the coast!:thumbup: )

[mleelun]

My car is at the VPC!

My dealer is trying to get it for tomorrow or Saturday!

:banghead: The wait may finally be over!

Mike

[3LOU5]

Munk,

Forget that section of Highway 1 going south TO Monterey. You'd want to drive south FROM Monterey along the Big Sur area. I did that route and man, that was UN-believable ! :)

An even BETTER driving road is somewhat near you, Route 84 heading west towards 1. Saw way more bikers than cars.

Try that road after you get your ride and let me know how she handles. :thumbup:

[3LOU5]

My car is at the VPC!

My dealer is trying to get it for tomorrow or Saturday!

Cool Mike. :)

Make sure to post some pics. (After that looooonnnnngggg drive, that is) :thumbup:

[mleelun]

Originally posted by U3S2A5


Cool Mike. :)

Make sure to post some pics. (After that looooonnnnngggg drive, that is) :thumbup:

I will! Actually I bought a digital camera just for this. I am going tomorrow to pick it up and the drive home will be a loooong one. Not because I'll be taking the long way home. It's my first real trip on a manny tranny! Me thinks stalling a few times in traffic will piss some people off :dunno:

3:00PM!!!! It will be hard to part with the check... but... from what I've been reading it'll be worth it. :thumbup:

Mike

[Rufus330Ci]

Originally posted by mleelun


I will! Actually I bought a digital camera just for this. I am going tomorrow to pick it up and the drive home will be a loooong one. Not because I'll be taking the long way home. It's my first real trip on a manny tranny! Me thinks stalling a few times in traffic will piss some people off :dunno:

3:00PM!!!! It will be hard to part with the check... but... from what I've been reading it'll be worth it. :thumbup:

Mike

I know the feeling.....I gotta part with my 28k bmw savings I've been saving for 2 years.... Its going to be hard but definitely worth it.

[3LOU5]

3:00PM!!!! It will be hard to part with the check... but... from what I've been reading it'll be worth it.

Ah, it's only money. You can't line your coffin with them, right? :p

Well, you're going to have to give us a blow-by-blow account of what happened when you went to the dealer and of your initial drive. Try to savor each and every minute, because times like these are few and far between.

I won't get to see mine in another month.....:cry:

[mleelun]

Originally posted by U3S2A5


Ah, it's only money. You can't line your coffin with them, right? :p

Well, you're going to have to give us a blow-by-blow account of what happened when you went to the dealer and of your initial drive. Try to savor each and every minute, because times like these are few and far between.

I won't get to see mine in another month.....:cry:

I will! I should be getting it in 2 hours, 22 minute, 51 seconds.

Mike

[3LOU5]

I should be getting it in 2 hours, 22 minute, 51 seconds.

I hate you man ..... :cry:

But seriously, have an AWESOME day then, Mike !!!!! :thumbup:

[mleelun]

Originally posted by U3S2A5


Ah, it's only money. You can't line your coffin with them, right? :p

Well, you're going to have to give us a blow-by-blow account of what happened when you went to the dealer and of your initial drive. Try to savor each and every minute, because times like these are few and far between.

I won't get to see mine in another month.....:cry:

Wow... Night and day! I had an automatic Chrysler Sebring convertible.. and this thing is just awesome!

So I got to the dealer with a few friends (two of which drive stick regularly).. I pick up my car and try to get it off of the lot. Nope.. stalled 15 times.. couldnt get used to that damned clutch...

Eventually i got it around the block and practiced in some lot. Stalled another 15 times... Then I got it going and got to the gas station where I handed it off to my buddy to get home.

When i got home i practiced a bit and finally got the thing to work! It is an AWESOME machine. Its definately worth the wait! Here are some pics I took

[mleelun]

another

[Technic]

Enjoy, sir!

[illmatic7281]

finally the website for Wallenius Wilhelmsen is working. I checked on the RIGOLETTO 's route. Left Bremerhaven on june 19th and its docking in New York (which is were i am........Nice short trip to the dealer:D) on the 1st of july. Hopefully the Pimpmobile will only be at VPC for day or Two



BREMERHAVEN GERMANY 18/06/2002 19/06/2002
ZEEBRUGGE BELGIUM 20/06/2002 21/06/2002
SOUTHAMPTON UNITED KINGDOM 22/06/2002 22/06/2002
NEW YORK, NY U.S.A. 01/07/2002 02/07/2002

the first collumn are the arrival dates and the second column is when it departs. So it looks like the ship we'll be here in the US on july 1st:D

[mleelun]

When you guys get your cars can you double check on something? I've been reading about countless complaints about rattles, no bass on the radio or poor sound all together, and sticky pedals. I haven't had any problems with my new car... yet... I wonder if they fixed some things before they shipped out the new batches. Post your findings?

Oh also, steel blue metallic looks great! It doesn't photograph well it seems. It looks a hell of a lot better in person.

Thanks,

Mike

2002 330Cic, Steel Blue Metallic, SP, PP

[3LOU5]

mleelun,

That is one nice ride. :thumbup:

I commend you for learning to drive a stick in THAT car.

When you guys get your cars can you double check on something? I've been reading about countless complaints about rattles, no bass on the radio or poor sound all together, and sticky pedals. I haven't had any problems with my new car... yet... I wonder if they fixed some things before they shipped out the new batches. Post your findings?

I sure hope (in MY case as well as yours) that you do not encounter any major problems. But I think that since they have been making this current E46 body style for the past couple of years, they have ironed out the most significant problems.

That is why I usually stay away from first and even second year production vehicles.

;)

[mleelun]

Originally posted by U3S2A5
mleelun,

That is one nice ride. :thumbup:

I commend you for learning to drive a stick in THAT car.



I sure hope (in MY case as well as yours) that you do not encounter any major problems. But I think that since they have been making this current E46 body style for the past couple of years, they have ironed out the most significant problems.

That is why I usually stay away from first and even second year production vehicles.

;)

Thanks. It was a little rough at first... but I got the hang of the stick soon enough. I'm still not terribly smooth, but I'm getting there. Good luck and I hope you get yours soon!

Mike

[Technic]

... well, my digital camera just arrived, the Rigoletto should be en route to Charleston as we speak, by Friday all cars should be unloaded, VPC probably by same day or weekend and in dealership by next Friday or sooner.

Oh, the new car smell... and the drive home.


I am ready, damn it!



2002 330i
Orient Blue/Natural Brown
PP/SP/Bi-X/18"
M Technic II
M3 Mirrors
Birchwood trim
Alum Pedals

[DMD]

Originally posted by Technic
... well, my digital camera just arrived, the Rigoletto should be en route to Charleston as we speak, by Friday all cars should be unloaded, VPC probably by same day or weekend and in dealership by next Friday or sooner.

Oh, the new car smell... and the drive home.


I am ready, damn it!



2002 330i
Orient Blue/Natural Brown
PP/SP/Bi-X/18"
M Technic II
M3 Mirrors
Birchwood trim
Alum Pedals

I also had a 6/14 production date, my car just cleared the VPC and is released to the trucking company. I live in Iowa so it will take a couple of days. I can hear the rpms reeevvving.....

[3LOU5]

... well, my digital camera just arrived, the Rigoletto should be en route to Charleston as we speak, by Friday all cars should be unloaded, VPC probably by same day or weekend and in dealership by next Friday or sooner.

I noticed you are from FL. Did you happen to purchase your car near the Tampa area?

Hope you get your ride soon.

:thumbup:

[Technic]

U3S2A5

I bought it in Ft. Lauderdale.

I hope that you get yours soon, too.

DMD

...so probably your car came in the Rigoletto but unloaded in NY the 1st of July. This means that it was in the NY VPC for only a day...

Ummm...if this is the average time for processing (except for damage to the vehicle, God forbid), I should be looking to mid next week for delivery....

You messed me up, DMD!!!!

[DMD]

Originally posted by Technic
U3S2A5

I bought it in Ft. Lauderdale.

I hope that you get yours soon, too.

DMD

...so probably your car came in the Rigoletto but unloaded in NY the 1st of July. This means that it was in the NY VPC for only a day...

Ummm...if this is the average time for processing (except for damage to the vehicle, God forbid), I should be looking to mid next week for delivery....

You messed me up, DMD!!!!

In the end everyone wins, since we will all be driving Bimmers!!!

[illmatic7281]

dealer called me yesterday..........Car will be ready for pickup on tuesday. One more weekend pushin the ol 240sx is gonna be torture. Picking it up after work on tuesday. That will be the longest day in my short 21 year life:banghead:

[Technic]

According to BMWUSA:

Rigoletto arived today...

VPC scheduled for Monday...

Delivery scheduled for Thursday, July 9, 2002...


Everything else is just icing...

[DMD]

Est. date of arrival 7.8.2002 the wait is almost over!!!

[Rufus330Ci]

I got a 6/14 production date too guys! But my car is on the FALSTAFF with a couple others on the board :D

You guys are making me anxious!?!? :angel:
The boat is suppose to be in NY 7-8-02 has anyone heard anything new? Earlier arrival or already there maybe?

I was at OC Maryland all week it was great! I just can't wait to get my ride. I'm hoping to see it around the 15th-20th of this month. :bigpimp:

The long wait is ALMOST over :)

[BimmerMan614]

Hey,

My car got to the dealer today. I can't take delivery until Monday or Tuesday because of some paperwork issues, but I stopped by the dealer today to take a look.

The dealer let me take it out for about half an hour. What an awesome car! It was tough to leave it there.

Enjoy the new cars.... It's worth the wait.

[Technic]

Seems like next week is going to be the week for most of the members of this forum...

To everybody, enjoy your cars and hoping that everything goes fine for all of you.

[munk330ci]

If I was on the east coast I would probably be getting ready for delivery. I still have an other month or so...:(

[Rufus330Ci]

If you want I'll drive your car too you ;) I live on the east coast and can meet it at the VPC hehehe j/k

I'm hoping next week will be the week, but it might be the week after that :angel:

[Rufus330Ci]

TODAY IS THE 8TH EVERYONE. The FALSTAFF should be docking in New York City. Of course Owner Circle is down right now.........

If anyone gets any inside scoop of docking or finished unloading or anything, PLEASE post it here ;)

Thank You

[mleelun]

Originally posted by Rufus330Ci
TODAY IS THE 8TH EVERYONE. The FALSTAFF should be docking in New York City. Of course Owner Circle is down right now.........

If anyone gets any inside scoop of docking or finished unloading or anything, PLEASE post it here ;)

Thank You

Go to www.wlna.com and d/l one of those spreadsheets. Call the local dock number on the spreadsheet and ask them.

Good Luck!

Mike

[Rufus330Ci]

Thanks for the info man. I called the NY Customer Care number.

They said the FALSTAFF (EC213) will be in tomorrow at 8AM.

SWEET :D

[Amardeep24]

Hi guys!!

Car arrived at dealer today!!!!

Gonna pick it up this friday.. Can't wait.

Just thought I would let you guys know..

:)

[Rufus330Ci]

Must be nice! Where is your dealer located and which boat did your car come in on???

[illmatic7281]

:D :D Holy CRapola.............finally got my car today..........this thing is amazing. I cant stop driving the dang thing. The clutch is much different then that of my old nissan 240. Gonna take a while gettin used to the way this tranny works. Total wait was just under 2 months....well worth it and i hope u guys enjoys this as much as i do

[Amardeep24]

Hey Rufus330ci,

My car arrived on the Rigoletto. I got it really quick. Im not complaining

[Rufus330Ci]

My boat is a week behind yours I can't wait!?!?!

Best of Luck with your cars guys! Your going to be turning alot of heads ;)

[Dr. Phil]

Originally posted by Rufus330Ci
My boat is a week behind yours I can't wait!?!?!

Best of Luck with your cars guys! Your going to be turning alot of heads ;)
Did the week at the beach help with the wait:dunno:

[Rufus330Ci]

The beach was great! I wish it would happen more then once a year.

Some people complain about going to the beach with their parents at 22 but actually its convenient for me my total out of pocket was 30 bucks... 10 bucks of it spent at dover downs on slot machines (didn't win) :(

There were PLENTY of hot women 18-25 walking the beachs fixing their suits before they got in the water..... ahh gotta love it and the whole time I'm sitting in the sun with my shades on reading my Roundel magazine, Road & Track, and Bimmer about the Z3's and the AC Schnitzer M3&5.

I was in heaven let me tell ya. We went down the 1st-5th. The firework show was amazing. The crabs at Higgins on 31st was great. I had a blast.

Thanks for reminding me and asking :D

Can't wait to be cruising down there next year in the 330, cuz I know I won't be with my parents atleast not driving on the way down and back hehe.

[Rufus330Ci]

Sorry I forgot to mention..........I went to OC Maryland :bigpimp:

Did you go yet this year Phil?

[Dr. Phil]

Originally posted by Rufus330Ci
Sorry I forgot to mention..........I went to OC Maryland :bigpimp:

Did you go yet this year Phil?
I was in Disney for a week already:D Hope to pull off a long weekend or 2 at the shore.

[3LOU5]

Dang, I'll probably be THE LAST one out of this 6/14 production group to get my Bimmer. :( :cry: :bawling:

I'll be flying home at the end of this month after my assignment in CA. Once my plane touches down in FL, I think I'm gonna forget my luggages and bolt to the exit and furiously flag down a taxi to the dealership.

What the dealership is closed? Then I might as well camp out next to my wheels .... :bigpimp:

[munk330ci]

Originally posted by U3S2A5
Dang, I'll probably be THE LAST one out of this 6/14 production group to get my Bimmer. :( :cry: :bawling:



Hey, I'm there with you. I'm hoping to get mine the first week of August. At least its down from a few months to a few weeks.:p

[Rufus330Ci]

Car is finally at the BMW Center?!?! I think I'm going to call my dealer for the 7th time this week ;) He said he'd call but you know how the anxiety goes, plus the nice comission he is making.

I CAN"T WAIT!?! I'll probably drive down there today :D

[Dr. Phil]

Originally posted by Rufus330Ci
Car is finally at the BMW Center?!?! I think I'm going to call my dealer for the 7th time this week ;) He said he'd call but you know how the anxiety goes, plus the nice comission he is making.

I CAN"T WAIT!?! I'll probably drive down there today :D
Just got off the phone with there prep guys, they said it will be ready for pickup Friday at 3:30 p.m.:yikes: ;)

Have a nice day:bigpimp:








j/k - tell them you want it NOW and stop by on the way home:p

[Technic]

I picked my 330i up this Saturday from Vista Motors in Pompano Beach, FL... Perfect delivery, perfect car!

The same day I installed the alarm, birchwood (10min), BMW pedals and window tint. Because it was a Saturday the body shop was closed, so the M Technic front and the Ebay M3 mirrors were installed yesterday. The transformation is extremely sharp, especially with the factory 18" wheels, Orient Blue and the Natural Brown interior.

To everybody in this forum expecting cars and for those already driving this real Ultimate Driving Machine... enjoy and godspeed.

[Rufus330Ci]

Sounds good Technic! I just got off the phone with Lynn about 20 minutes its there?!?!? I'm going down to see it around 5:30 with a bunch of friends. He said that it needs detailed and prep'd and that he is going to be out of town thursday.... But I can pick it up friday morning ;O) Can't wait?!?!?!

I know you have the connections phil, I'm suprised you weren't kidding hehehe.

Wait is over buddy FINALLY! I'm going to drooling when I get down there. I charged up the camera and ready to go through 100 pics easy. Don't worry I'll post plenty.

Best of luck to everyone else getting their 6/14 production date soon. If your excited as I am your going nuts right about now :bigpimp:

Ahhh gotta love it

[Dr. Phil]

Originally posted by Rufus330Ci
Sounds good Technic! I just got off the phone with Lynn about 20 minutes its there?!?!? I'm going down to see it around 5:30 with a bunch of friends. He said that it needs detailed and prep'd and that he is going to be out of town thursday.... But I can pick it up friday morning ;O) Can't wait?!?!?!

I know you have the connections phil, I'm suprised you weren't kidding hehehe.

Wait is over buddy FINALLY! I'm going to drooling when I get down there. I charged up the camera and ready to go through 100 pics easy. Don't worry I'll post plenty.

Best of luck to everyone else getting their 6/14 production date soon. If your excited as I am your going nuts right about now :bigpimp:

Ahhh gotta love it
Whats wrong with Wednesday:dunno: There not that big that they couldn't turn it around in a day.

Too bad the weather isn't looking good for Friday :( Rain finally so you can practice your detailing skills this weekend.:) Stop by my house if you need any pointers:thumbup:

[3LOU5]

Well, it looks like a matchup on who's going to get their wheels first:

U3S2A5 VS. Munk330ci

I checked the BMWUSA.com website, and my car is already at the dealership. :thumbup:

I, unfortunately, am still on assignment out here in CA, and won't be able to take delivery until the end of this month. :(

Place your bets boys and girls, cuz it's gonna be a close one !

[Rufus330Ci]

I was hoping I could get it thursday (my day off) but Lynn is going to be out of town, he also said the detail shop is booked.. Friday is good that gives me time to get all my paper work lined up ;O) I got some pictures though. I'm going to post them over on Bimmerfest Showroom, their of me checking out my car for the first time in the side lot :O)

Pray it doesn't rain on friday!

[Dr. Phil]

Originally posted by Rufus330Ci

Pray it doesn't rain on friday!
Joe Calhoun (Channel 8) says showers :(

[Rufus330Ci]

Early morning, mid-day or night?

[Rufus330Ci]

Oh man the weather.com says 40% chance and theirs clouds all over the place on the map......... I better get it home ASAP

[munk330ci]

Originally posted by U3S2A5
my car is already at the dealership. :thumbup:



You and everyone else on this thread suck :D (joke) My car should be at port this monday. don't know how long to get to the dealership after that. My wife and I are taking a long weekend to Montery the weekend of Aug 10th. Hope I have it by then. :D

Got my first mod in the mail yesterday, so at least I have something to look at for now.:thumbup:

[3LOU5]

My wife and I are taking a long weekend to Montery the weekend of Aug 10th. Hope I have it by then.

Man, that would be WAY cool. Imagine cruising down the scenic Highway 1 on a new Bimmer. I still think you should find that Highway 84 towards 1, shoot all the way down to the Hearst Castle and passing Big Sur. That would be the ultimate initial drive.

My mods (OEM alarm, OEM mud flaps) are on a UPS truck somewhere in FL. :dunno:

(I wasn't going to get the flaps initially because I think it "ruins" the overall look, but I think it makes it SO much easier to clean. IMO, that is well worth it).

[munk330ci]

The boat supposedly "landed" today. :D

I wonder how much longer.......:(

[3LOU5]

After a long and tortuous wait, I have been united with my new wheels. :thumbup: :thumbup:

I have nothing but GOOD things to say about my client advisor Fred at Ferman BMW in Palm Harbor, FL. He REALLY went above and beyond his duties, and even my parents were truly impressed with him. :thumbup:

I got to the dealership about 30 mins late (yeah, the dang traffic was REALLY testing my patience, or lack thereof), but Fred greeted me and informed me that my car wasn't ready yet, as they were doing the final detailing. (WHAT?!) No worries, he said. He'll just do things the reverse way and have me meet the finance officer so that I can be separated from a huge amount of cash. I told him "sure", might as well make use of my time. So off I go to the financing office while my parents hung out with Fred to wait for me (or my new car, whichever came first). During my "money separating" process, my dad "barges" in and interrupts, "You REALLY have a NICE car !". (At about this point, I was just signing everything as fast as I could.) :p

Then off we go to Fred's office to discuss the many, MANY documents that come with the car. :eek: I can't believe a car like this ALSO comes with a videotape AND a CD-ROM ! :yikes: (Note to self: Make sure I DON'T talk about motorcycles, especially Harleys, with him the next time, or I will end up tacking yet another couple of minutes, minutes that seems like HOURS when I am eagerly awaiting to SEE my new car). :lmao:

So Fred and I proceed to go outside and show me THE ride. If someone had taken a picture of me right then and there, they would have the ever-so-famous Silly Ass Grin (commonly referred to as "SAG"). He shows me around the car, pops the gas door and shows me the importance of closing the cap correctly. He proceeded to pop open the hood and show me the necessary maintenance items to look for such as oil dipstick, oil cap, radiator cap, etc. etc. He then popped open the trunk and shows me that too. My parents, Fred and I then piled into the car (with me in the driver's seat) and he proceeds to show me ALL of the features in the car. This is my first BMW, so I was totally taken by a lot of whiz-bang gadgets. As Fred was getting near the end of his demonstration, I was getting so, SO increasingly anxious, excited, thrilled, ecstatic, (fill in yet another adjective here) to drive it that I just felt like saying, "Fred, let's just get on the road and see what she can do", but I showed a lot (yes, A LOT) of self-control. :angel:

Well, this is getting a bit winded, but I just wanted to let my fellow Floridians know what a great experience it was to purchase a vehicle from Ferman BMW in Palm Harbor. If you are seriously interested in acquiring an Ultimate Driving Machine, go and check out Ferman and ask for Fred. You will be treated fairly, respectfully and know that your client advisor will do just about anything to make you happy. He has a lot of patience and is a true professional in every sense of the word.

Next message will hopefully have pics in them .... after I stop driving to take pictures, that is. ;)

[beauport]

U3S2A5: Time to change your signature............

[Technic]

Congratulations, U3S2A5! Enjoy your new car...

[Rufus330Ci]

I know the feeling about the lengthy demonstration inside the car........ I had to use the bathroom threw 3/4's of it :mad: It's all worth the wait though and the ride home was most unbelievable!

[munk330ci]

Sweeet!:thumbup: :thumbup:

I also had to use the bathroom while going thru the options. didn't go until I had left the lot and finished a good half hour spin. No pain, No gain!