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Originally Posted by jetblackcoupe

It was a 2k deposit for the individual order (common practice I hear). The only thing I signed was an initial credit application through BMWFS (which will be 90 days pre delivery). I did not sign anything that stated what APR I would get or any other financial agreement.

I was told $5k from the dealer I’m working with but another one i reached out to, that had a much longer waitlist, didn’t even want/need a deposit.

Some dealers also offer fully refundable deposits while others may keep it based on their opinion on how easy it would be to sell if not to you.

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Originally Posted by utsteve98

Not sure how this is even a tactic. If you bring your own financing, it’s basically like buying the car cash. They get a check or direct deposit from your bank of choice. If your paying MSRP and already did a deposit, it isn’t their business or concern how you pay for the rest of the car.

It’s called a bluff on a vehicle you’ve been probably waiting to take delivery for over 3 months. You can walk and maybe they’ll give you the buy rate, or they’ll tell you later and sell it to someone else.