Petition to Bring G81 M3 Touring to the US

BimmerMat135 · 09-04-2020, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Ibiza

Not sure if this has been mentioned, but a poll showing what the 400+ G81 customers will get if the G81 is not offered in the states in 2 years.

Would they buy a G80 or X3M?

I'm shocked at the low G82 interested customers. The G83 I get and expected.

What are the interested G81 customers driving now, if leasing, what will they drive for an other 2 years if the petition is a success?

Driving a F31 for now I was going to settle for a G80 but since the G81 exist if they don't bring it they can just keep their G80. In that case I might just go for a C43 amg wagon or maybe a V60 with all the polestar goodies.

darkbro66 · 09-04-2020, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Ibiza

Not sure if this has been mentioned, but a poll showing what the 400+ G81 customers will get if the G81 is not offered in the states in 2 years.

Would they buy a G80 or X3M?

I'm shocked at the low G82 interested customers. The G83 I get and expected.

What are the interested G81 customers driving now, if leasing, what will they drive for an other 2 years if the petition is a success?

I'm driving a Wrangler now. If they don't bring the M3 wagon I'll probably be getting a Porsche of some kind, a new BMW won't even be on my radar sadly

JoeyBananaz18 · 09-04-2020, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Ibiza

Not sure if this has been mentioned, but a poll showing what the 400+ G81 customers will get if the G81 is not offered in the states in 2 years.

Would they buy a G80 or X3M?

I'm shocked at the low G82 interested customers. The G83 I get and expected.

What are the interested G81 customers driving now, if leasing, what will they drive for an other 2 years if the petition is a success?

Currently have a clubman all4 S but when the time come where I'll need to upgrade (which is right in line with when a g81 would be available) I'll first go look for a Panamera sport turismo or RS6 cpo. If they aren't in the cards XF sportbrake.

Hoosiers · 09-04-2020, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by pocky

Wow I can't believe you guys made a petition. OK those who voted to have the wagon come state, you guys ready to buy it? Cause if you voted for it you should be ready to buy this car, no ifs ands or buts. I didn't think so.

Everyone in the US just wants to stir the pot. Put your money where your mouth is.

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Wow I can't believe you guys made a petition. OK those who voted to have the wagon come state, you guys ready to buy it? Cause if you voted for it you should be ready to buy this car, no ifs ands or buts. I didn't think so.

Everyone in the US just wants to stir the pot. Put your money where your mouth is.

I don't post often, but just how angry are you man? How little is it? Does she cheat on you a lot?

M-Pilot · 09-04-2020, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by M-Pilot

Not sure if this is such a crazy idea from the corporate's point of view but BMW USA could also start an initiative to gauge the interest. They can basically accept small amount of refundable deposit for the G81 via the BMW USA website with certain terms and conditions (i.e. they reserve the right to make a decision at any time to not bring it here, meaning just because you left a deposit doesn't mean it will for sure be offered in the US). A refundable deposit is still not a hard commitment but I think it would be a step further in terms of seeing how serious people are. Just an idea...

From a source very high up at M in North America, the teaser WAS put out to gauge interest... but people took it as BMW dangling it in front of them like Borat's sister to his brother Bilo "na na na na na na, you will never get this"

Well hopefully it's not too late and they eventually see the people's feedback on this forum and other social media platforms. In the meantime, I sent emails to BMWBlog and Jalopnik to spread the word even further. I don't have high expectations but at least I tried

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I was able to have a quick chat with the founder and CEO of BMWBlog over a direct message on IG and even though I wasn't very hopeful, it looks like BMWBlog decided to publish this effort as well:

https://www.bmwblog.com/2020/09/04/p...united-states/

If you are reading, thank you Horatiu!

Edit: typo

JoeyBananaz18 · 09-04-2020, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by M-Pilot

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Originally Posted by M-Pilot

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Originally Posted by jrpriestley

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Originally Posted by M-Pilot

Not sure if this is such a crazy idea from the corporate's point of view but BMW USA could also start an initiative to gauge the interest. They can basically accept small amount of refundable deposit for the G81 via the BMW USA website with certain terms and conditions (i.e. they reserve the right to make a decision at any time to not bring it here, meaning just because you left a deposit doesn't mean it will for sure be offered in the US). A refundable deposit is still not a hard commitment but I think it would be a step further in terms of seeing how serious people are. Just an idea...

From a source very high up at M in North America, the teaser WAS put out to gauge interest... but people took it as BMW dangling it in front of them like Borat's sister to his brother Bilo "na na na na na na, you will never get this"

Well hopefully it's not too late and they eventually see the people's feedback on this forum and other social media platforms. In the meantime, I sent emails to BMWBlog and Jalopnik to spread the word even further. I don't have high expectations but at least I tried

:

I was able to have a quick chat with the rounder and CEO of BMWBlog over a direct message on IG and even though I wasn't very hopeful, it looks like BMWBlog decided to publish this effort as well:

https://www.bmwblog.com/2020/09/04/p...united-states/

If you are reading, thank you Horatiu!

That's awesome. It seems to be making the rounds pretty well. I forwarded it over to Jalopnik but still nothing.

Nismo G · 09-04-2020, 09:48 PM

Because the wagon is boss. Dads need to have grocery getters as well. I want the extra cargo room that the wagon provides without having to buy an SUV

SCOTT26 · 09-05-2020, 05:35 AM

The interest in the G81 alone in Germany is quite considerable as is Switzerland.

tke743 · 09-05-2020, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Ibiza

Not sure if this has been mentioned, but a poll showing what the 400+ G81 customers will get if the G81 is not offered in the states in 2 years.

Would they buy a G80 or X3M?

What are the interested G81 customers driving now, if leasing, what will they drive for an other 2 years if the petition is a success?

Simple answer, no. I have no interest in an SUV. Never have and never will.

Right now we have a F31 and an F80 in the garage. Both of them were some of the last of their line so I can wait 2 years. My CA has my deposit on their first 2 G81's, refundable only if they do not come to the states. Some of us are dead serious on wanting these. I'll even take the auto and AWD. (But the dream of a RWD stick is still in my head).

JoeyBananaz18 · 09-05-2020, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by tke743

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Originally Posted by Ibiza

Not sure if this has been mentioned, but a poll showing what the 400+ G81 customers will get if the G81 is not offered in the states in 2 years.

Would they buy a G80 or X3M?

What are the interested G81 customers driving now, if leasing, what will they drive for an other 2 years if the petition is a success?

Simple answer, no. I have no interest in an SUV. Never have and never will.

Right now we have a F31 and an F80 in the garage. Both of them were some of the last of their line so I can wait 2 years. My CA has my deposit on their first 2 G81's, refundable only if they do not come to the states. Some of us are dead serious on wanting these. I'll even take the auto and AWD. (But the dream of a RWD stick is still in my head).

You're my F'n hero!

mbanck · 09-05-2020, 01:16 PM

The major german car magazine "Auto Motor & Sport" now also has a story about the change.org petition: https://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/...ns-land-holen/

M-Pilot · 09-05-2020, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTT26

The interest in the G81 alone in Germany is quite considerable as is Switzerland.

I think North America deserves a chance too

twin fed · 09-06-2020, 11:13 AM

Signed. BMW bring it. I want one. TAKE MY MONEY!!!

mmic77 · 09-06-2020, 11:56 AM

Hope for you guys over the pond that it will happen. Please BMW follow the example of Audi.

doccyber · 09-07-2020, 09:26 AM

Ok. Signed.

YKIGI · 09-08-2020, 02:46 PM

I’ve signed it.

ntg44 · 09-08-2020, 02:55 PM

Would gladly sign if it wasn't so ugly. Not even a wagon body can make me get over that face. Good news is there will be plenty of signatures in no time.

alex2364 · 09-08-2020, 02:57 PM

I’d rather get the RS6 Advant.

hubbahubba · 09-08-2020, 03:03 PM

Done. Would love a wagon in the US!

P1 · 09-08-2020, 03:44 PM

If BMW were to take this seriously, only count the folks putting down deposits.

YKIGI · 09-08-2020, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by P1

If BMW were to take this seriously, only count the folks putting down deposits.

Gotta start somewhere

JasonDot · 09-08-2020, 03:54 PM

Ummm, that petition/request paragraph has a lot of room for improvement.

View Poll Results: If BMW were to offer all variants of G8x in the US, which model would you go with?
G80 M3 Sedan	192	16.81%
G81 M3 Touring	844	73.91%
G82 M4 Coupe	80	7.01%
G83 M4 Convertible	26	2.28%
Voters: 1142. You may not vote on this poll

09-04-2020, 09:48 PM	#205
Nismo G Second Lieutenant 50 Rep 243 Posts Drives: 2008 335xi Sedan Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Sarasota, FL iTrader: (1)	Because the wagon is boss. Dads need to have grocery getters as well. I want the extra cargo room that the wagon provides without having to buy an SUV __________________ Current: 08 335xi Sedan - ST Suspension Coilovers - M3 Front Strut Brace - COBB Stage 1 - ECS Tuning Chargepipe + BOV - aFe Stage 2 Intake - Precision Raceworks Ignition Coils
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09-05-2020, 05:35 AM	#206
SCOTT26 Major General 5311 Rep 5,824 Posts Drives: A big F-off German Truck. Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: WORLDWIDE iTrader: (0)	The interest in the G81 alone in Germany is quite considerable as is Switzerland. __________________ The M850i is evidence that BMW have got their mojo back when it comes to dynamic sports cars...
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09-05-2020, 01:16 PM	#209
mbanck Captain 690 Rep 804 Posts Drives: BMW E46 320ci, BMW F34 330dx Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Munich, Germany iTrader: (0)	The major german car magazine "Auto Motor & Sport" now also has a story about the change.org petition: https://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/...ns-land-holen/
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09-06-2020, 11:13 AM	#211
twin fed Doc Brown 1176 Rep 2,174 Posts Drives: 2016 MG MT M2 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Isle of Long iTrader: (2)	Signed. BMW bring it. I want one. TAKE MY MONEY!!! __________________
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09-06-2020, 11:56 AM	#212
mmic77 Private First Class 163 Rep 116 Posts Drives: 2023 M4 Competition, 2020 GT4 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	Hope for you guys over the pond that it will happen. Please BMW follow the example of Audi. __________________ 2020 Porsche 718 GT4 miami blue 2023 M4 Competition brooklyn grey ordered: 992 GT3 Touring gone: 2020 Audi RS6 Avant nardo grey \| 2020 Jaguar F-Pace SVR \| 2016 Jaguar F-Type R \| 2015 BMW M4 F83 \| 2013 BMW 650i F12 \| 2011 BMW M3 E93
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09-07-2020, 09:26 AM	#213
doccyber Captain 259 Rep 628 Posts Drives: %D0%97%D0%B0%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (0)	Ok. Signed.
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09-08-2020, 02:46 PM	#214
YKIGI First Lieutenant 248 Rep 391 Posts Drives: Quadrifoglio Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: CT iTrader: (2)	I’ve signed it. __________________ _____________________________________________ E46 wagon ~ E46 330ci ZHP ~E46 M3 Sold ~ E92 335i Sold ~ E90 M3 Sold ~ F82 M4 Sold <- All Manuals
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09-08-2020, 02:55 PM	#215
ntg44 Colonel 2889 Rep 2,147 Posts Drives: R8 4.2 Spyder Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Chicago iTrader: (3)	Would gladly sign if it wasn't so ugly. Not even a wagon body can make me get over that face. Good news is there will be plenty of signatures in no time.
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09-08-2020, 02:57 PM	#216
alex2364 Colonel 2871 Rep 2,759 Posts Drives: 2020 M4 ZCP / 2023 X3 M40i Join Date: May 2005 Location: Northern VA iTrader: (2) Garage List 2020 BMW M4 [10.00] 2023 BMW X3 M40i [10.00]	I’d rather get the RS6 Advant.
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09-08-2020, 03:03 PM	#217
hubbahubba Captain 8823 Rep 859 Posts Drives: M3CX Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Az iTrader: (0)	Done. Would love a wagon in the US!
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09-08-2020, 03:44 PM	#218
P1 Lieutenant General 11572 Rep 11,136 Posts Drives: 2004 3/4 ton Duramax Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: United States iTrader: (1)	If BMW were to take this seriously, only count the folks putting down deposits.
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09-08-2020, 03:54 PM	#220
JasonDot Second Lieutenant 581 Rep 285 Posts Drives: M4, X3 and 330e Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	Ummm, that petition/request paragraph has a lot of room for improvement.
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