Anyone's CA giving them the runaround?

904_FireG80 · 10-04-2022, 01:20 PM

Hey G8x Community,
Current owner of an '18 F82 Comp and put my deposit down for a G80x here in NE FL back in early April. I put 5k down and was told that I was in 10th position and ETA to receive the car was 6 to 9 months. It is an individual color order so I understand that can add 2-3 months extra once allocation is confirmed.

I'm at the 6-month mark, and I must say, my CA is totally disengaged with keeping me up to date, so I just reached out to him and he's telling me I'm now 8th in line. This is a preferred M dealership in FL so I have a very hard time believing I've only moved up 2 spots in 6 months. Any advice on how to proceed with the dealership or my uninvolved CA?

Draper · 10-04-2022, 01:24 PM

I waited 10 mos for a G80 allocation.

Unfavorable news doesn't necessarily mean they are being dishonest.

anakratis · 10-04-2022, 01:29 PM

^ Indeed. I waited 8 months for an allocation.

904_FireG80 · 10-04-2022, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Draper

I waited 10 mos for a G80 allocation.

Unfavorable news doesn't necessarily mean they are being dishonest.

Right, but only moving up 2 spots in 6 months seems questionable. At that rate, I'll be waiting 2 more years. If I was 2nd or 3rd in line, that shows significant progress but I'm not seeing really any progress.

Gfit · 10-04-2022, 01:33 PM

Find another dealer. I see allocations posted at MSRP almost every day on here.

904_FireG80 · 10-04-2022, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Gfit

Find another dealer. I see allocations posted at MSRP almost every day on here.

Is there a common thread where allocations are posted?

Gfit · 10-04-2022, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Clee8415

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Originally Posted by Gfit

Find another dealer. I see allocations posted at MSRP almost every day on here.

Is there a common thread where allocations are posted?

No. Just go back a few days. I know I've seen a few recently. Day Laborer usually has a bunch of leads. Just add on a broker fee.

Habber · 10-04-2022, 01:44 PM

Just because you are 10th, 8th or anything else, it doesn't matter.

He can decide to take an allocation he receives and use that for your individual (send to factory for approval) etc…. . He's probably just delaying it since individuals aren't popular for dealers since they have to use an allocation for a longer build (longer invoice time for them) instead of just giving it to a client who wants a standard build.

904_FireG80 · 10-04-2022, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Habber

Just because you are 10th, 8th or anything else, it doesn't matter.

He can decide to take an allocation he receives and use that for your individual (send to factory for approval) etc…. . He's probably just delaying it since individuals aren't popular for dealers since they have to use an allocation for a longer build (longer invoice time for them) instead of just giving it to a client who wants a standard build.

Appreciate it. I know everyone on the allocation wait list is eager but I think all we want to see at the end of the day is progress during our wait.

Habber · 10-04-2022, 01:47 PM

And to add to my post, I was #8 for my individual and they pushed me to the next allocation and had my allocation 4 weeks later.

It all depends on the dealer.

wtwo3 · 10-04-2022, 02:09 PM

It took me 6 months to get my allocation and I was on 3 separate wait lists at one point. One dealer I was 4th in line when I originally placed my deposit with and I didn't move at all in the 6 month timeframe. One dealer I was 6th in line... within 2 months I was told I was all of a sudden 1st in line.... then it took another 4 months for me to finally get an allocation.

Point is, your best bet is to get on multiple lists. The frustrating part is you've already been waiting 6 months, but the good news is that production has seemed to be ramping up the past couple months with flurries of allocation drops. So you might have an easier time securing an allocation now by getting on some other lists.

904_FireG80 · 10-04-2022, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by wtwo3

It took me 6 months to get my allocation and I was on 3 separate wait lists at one point. One dealer I was 4th in line when I originally placed my deposit with and I didn't move at all in the 6 month timeframe. One dealer I was 6th in line... within 2 months I was told I was all of a sudden 1st in line.... then it took another 4 months for me to finally get an allocation.

Point is, your best bet is to get on multiple lists. The frustrating part is you've already been waiting 6 months, but the good news is that production has seemed to be ramping up the past couple months with flurries of allocation drops. So you might have an easier time securing an allocation now by getting on some other lists.

Thanks for the insight!

jiminflorida · 10-04-2022, 02:15 PM

We probably have the same dealer, I waited 9 months for an allocation

904_FireG80 · 10-04-2022, 02:23 PM

Thanks for the feedback! Seems like almost every thread I follow, people are getting allocation after being on a waitlist for 3 months, so when it feels as if no progress is happening on my end, I have to raise the red flag. I guess my patience will continue!

RuinedF82 · 10-04-2022, 02:41 PM

I believe we have the same dealer, I have been on the G82C waitlist for 4 months. Only 3 people were ahead of me when I ordered, originally quoted a late Dec 22- Early Feb 23 delivery but am now being told mid summer 23.

Non-Individual color, did get carried away with options though

904_FireG80 · 10-04-2022, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by RuinedF82

I believe we have the same dealer, I have been on the G82C waitlist for 4 months. Only 3 people were ahead of me when I ordered, originally quoted a late Dec 22- Early Feb 23 delivery but am now being told mid summer 23.

Non-Individual color, did get carried away with options though

May the allocations start to flow in Northeast FL!

RuinedF82 · 10-04-2022, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Clee8415

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Originally Posted by RuinedF82

I believe we have the same dealer, I have been on the G82C waitlist for 4 months. Only 3 people were ahead of me when I ordered, originally quoted a late Dec 22- Early Feb 23 delivery but am now being told mid summer 23.

Non-Individual color, did get carried away with options though

May the allocations start to flow in Northeast FL!

I believe they will! My dealership currently has 3 in production & 1 on the website with mileage listed so I assume it's a car that was delivered to a customer. CA said they do not receive new allocations until one vehicle has sold, I.E. an M4 is delivered & sold, the next guy on the list enters production. Not sure if anyone else has been told this.

904_FireG80 · 10-04-2022, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by RuinedF82

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Originally Posted by Clee8415

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Originally Posted by RuinedF82

I believe we have the same dealer, I have been on the G82C waitlist for 4 months. Only 3 people were ahead of me when I ordered, originally quoted a late Dec 22- Early Feb 23 delivery but am now being told mid summer 23.

Non-Individual color, did get carried away with options though

May the allocations start to flow in Northeast FL!

I believe they will! My dealership currently has 3 in production & 1 on the website with mileage listed so I assume it's a car that was delivered to a customer. CA said they do not receive new allocations until one vehicle has sold, I.E. an M4 is delivered & sold, the next guy on the list enters production. Not sure if anyone else has been told this.

Really good info to know. This is my first new BMW I've bought and of course I decided to pick arguably the most in-demand vehicle across all German brands lol. I will say though, my CA has been totally unhelpful with the fact that my build is individual Fire Orange and that is being featured on the Jahre edition.

wtwo3 · 10-04-2022, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Clee8415

Really good info to know. This is my first new BMW I've bought and of course I decided to pick arguably the most in-demand vehicle across all German brands lol. I will say though, my CA has been totally unhelpful with the fact that my build is individual Fire Orange and that is being featured on the Jahre edition.

I don't think that's going to get approved.... The color is exclusive to Jahre edition for this MY.

RuinedF82 · 10-04-2022, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by wtwo3

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Originally Posted by Clee8415

Really good info to know. This is my first new BMW I've bought and of course I decided to pick arguably the most in-demand vehicle across all German brands lol. I will say though, my CA has been totally unhelpful with the fact that my build is individual Fire Orange and that is being featured on the Jahre edition.

I don't think that's going to get approved.... The color is exclusive to Jahre edition for this MY.

Welcome to the club! This will be my 2nd M4. Bought a 2015 when I was 18 and drove it for 3 years. I was able to take a spin around a track in the G8X platform and had to have one, no matter how long it takes believe me that these cars are worth every Penny and every second!

904_FireG80 · 10-04-2022, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by wtwo3

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Originally Posted by Clee8415

Really good info to know. This is my first new BMW I've bought and of course I decided to pick arguably the most in-demand vehicle across all German brands lol. I will say though, my CA has been totally unhelpful with the fact that my build is individual Fire Orange and that is being featured on the Jahre edition.

I don't think that's going to get approved.... The color is exclusive to Jahre edition for this MY.

That's what I'm hearing so trying to talk through some options with my CA. I'm either going to wait on the list and hopefully be the first MY '24 or do Voodoo Blue with Kyalami interior.

RACE M3 · 10-04-2022, 03:28 PM

I would speak with a general manager and see if a non refundable deposit would get to an allocation sooner.

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904_FireG80 Private First Class 309 Rep 160 Posts Drives: 2018 F82 Comp, 2023 G80 Comp x Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Jacksonville, FL iTrader: (0)	Anyone's CA giving them the runaround? Hey G8x Community, Current owner of an '18 F82 Comp and put my deposit down for a G80x here in NE FL back in early April. I put 5k down and was told that I was in 10th position and ETA to receive the car was 6 to 9 months. It is an individual color order so I understand that can add 2-3 months extra once allocation is confirmed. I'm at the 6-month mark, and I must say, my CA is totally disengaged with keeping me up to date, so I just reached out to him and he's telling me I'm now 8th in line. This is a preferred M dealership in FL so I have a very hard time believing I've only moved up 2 spots in 6 months. Any advice on how to proceed with the dealership or my uninvolved CA?
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Draper Brigadier General 3467 Rep 3,999 Posts Drives: M4 Comp / Macan Turbo Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Denver iTrader: (38)	I waited 10 mos for a G80 allocation. Unfavorable news doesn't necessarily mean they are being dishonest. __________________ Current: G82 M4 Comp xDrive // Frozen Deep Grey Current: 95B.1 Macan Turbo // Dark Blue Metallic - for sale
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anakratis Lieutenant 646 Rep 446 Posts Drives: '24 X3M Comp Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0) Garage List 2024 BMW X3M Compet ... [0.00]	^ Indeed. I waited 8 months for an allocation.
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Gfit Lieutenant Colonel 2751 Rep 1,679 Posts Drives: 2023 X3M, 2024 X5M. Sold 2022 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Westchester, NY iTrader: (0)	Find another dealer. I see allocations posted at MSRP almost every day on here.
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Habber Colonel 3521 Rep 2,008 Posts Drives: BMW M3 2024 Brooklyn Grey SOLD Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Canada iTrader: (1) Garage List [9.83]	And to add to my post, I was #8 for my individual and they pushed me to the next allocation and had my allocation 4 weeks later. It all depends on the dealer.
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Habber Colonel 3521 Rep 2,008 Posts Drives: BMW M3 2024 Brooklyn Grey SOLD Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Canada iTrader: (1) Garage List [9.83]	Just because you are 10th, 8th or anything else, it doesn't matter. He can decide to take an allocation he receives and use that for your individual (send to factory for approval) etc…. . He's probably just delaying it since individuals aren't popular for dealers since they have to use an allocation for a longer build (longer invoice time for them) instead of just giving it to a client who wants a standard build.
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wtwo3 Major General 18060 Rep 5,496 Posts Drives: 23 X7 40i; 23 M3; 24 cooper s Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: IL iTrader: (0) Garage List 2024 Mini Cooper S ... [10.00] 2023 BMW M3 [9.40] 2023 BMW X7 40i [9.75]	It took me 6 months to get my allocation and I was on 3 separate wait lists at one point. One dealer I was 4th in line when I originally placed my deposit with and I didn't move at all in the 6 month timeframe. One dealer I was 6th in line... within 2 months I was told I was all of a sudden 1st in line.... then it took another 4 months for me to finally get an allocation. Point is, your best bet is to get on multiple lists. The frustrating part is you've already been waiting 6 months, but the good news is that production has seemed to be ramping up the past couple months with flurries of allocation drops. So you might have an easier time securing an allocation now by getting on some other lists. __________________ 2023 BMW X7 xDrive40i 2023 BMW M3 6MT 2024 Mini Cooper S Convertible '20 BMW m340i... '20 BMW X5 40i... '16 Infiniti Q50 RS 400... '10 Lexus RX 350... '08 Lexus IS 350... '00 Nissan Maxima... '93 Nissan Maxima
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jiminflorida Enlisted Member 138 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 2021 x7/2023 M4cx Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: St. Johns Florida iTrader: (0)	We probably have the same dealer, I waited 9 months for an allocation
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904_FireG80 Private First Class 309 Rep 160 Posts Drives: 2018 F82 Comp, 2023 G80 Comp x Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Jacksonville, FL iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the feedback! Seems like almost every thread I follow, people are getting allocation after being on a waitlist for 3 months, so when it feels as if no progress is happening on my end, I have to raise the red flag. I guess my patience will continue!
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RuinedF82 Registered 8 Rep 4 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M4 Join Date: Oct 2022 Location: Jacksonville, FL iTrader: (0)	I believe we have the same dealer, I have been on the G82C waitlist for 4 months. Only 3 people were ahead of me when I ordered, originally quoted a late Dec 22- Early Feb 23 delivery but am now being told mid summer 23. Non-Individual color, did get carried away with options though
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RACE M3 Lieutenant 549 Rep 477 Posts Drives: 02 S2k, 04 Rx8, 22 M3P, 23 m3 Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	I would speak with a general manager and see if a non refundable deposit would get to an allocation sooner.
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