[brinkmann]

Hi all,

I just began the process of inquiring with local dealerships about M3 allocations. I was told by the CA from BMW of Rockville that "we are charging a $5000 market adjustment on all BMW M cars due to the unprecedented car shortage and high demand for the G80/G82 cars".

On top of this they want a $5000 deposit to secure a spot on the waiting list for an allocation.

I'd appreciate any feedback based on recent experiences with new M3 orders.

[vj123]

If you do put some effort, you can find plenty of dealers who are selling allocations for MSRP. But most of them might have at least some in the waitlist.

[MinMax]

Sounds almost the same as what BMW San Rafale charge except they asked refundable $1000 on deposit. I can understand If the car is in the lot, but charging over msrp without an actual allocation doesn't make any sense. Just imagine you have to wait until you can get an allocation and then also have to wait until the car is built and ship over. I would ask around more dealers I know there are many willing to do msrp on ordering.

[NightWriter]

I hung up on BMW of Rockville last fall, when they were at MSRP but still had a $5k deposit requirement (higher than anyone else in the region).

NoVA dealerships -- as you've probably already discovered -- are all backed up with M3 orders (as are most dealers). Your best bet is to call around, far and wide, until you find a shorter queue, preferably with a medium (or larger) dealership that's M certified and keep your fingers crossed, and then prepare to wait anyway. You can also hire a car buyer/broker to help you with this process.

If you want an immediate allocation, you might find one for a hefty price ($10k-$20k), and even then getting a MY22 is questionable. Good luck.

[madpistol]

Based on what my CA just told me, all "new" allocations moving forward will be MY23. The only way that won't happen is if some dealership has allocations in their bank, and the only way that's happening right now is if they try and scalp the crap out of potential buyers.

[gs1403]

Originally Posted by madpistol

Based on what my CA just told me, all "new" allocations moving forward will be MY23. The only way that won't happen is if some dealership has allocations in their bank, and the only way that's happening right now is if they try and scalp the crap out of potential buyers.

Doubt that's true. My CA has been getting MY'22 G82 allocations this week. Just not for my car.

[Day Laborer]

I know of a DC area dealer with a production number asking for 6k over sticker
Dealerships will make their money one way or another.
For example:
At MSRP, they will require to finance with them at a marked up rate.
At over sticker, you may find them allowing base rate, or perhaps allow outside financing

I had one deal I compared - a guaranteed production number at 5k over w/base rate or outside lender vs MSRP with no production number at marked up rate.
The difference in totals were like $1800 for the ADM car w/production number

Hope this puts things in perspective