Help on 2021 X7 Purchase Deal

SSM5 · 02-19-2021, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ALPINA_DREAMS

Greg Poland from Pacific BMW is a wizard when it comes to getting deals done.

Greg Poland is now the manager at Valencia BMW. He could ship a car to you or arrange a courtesy delivery.

BMWBear · 02-19-2021, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by SSM5

Greg Poland is now the manager at Valencia BMW. He could ship a car to you or arrange a courtesy delivery.

I’ve had cars shipped to me but they were rare colors or options that weren’t available in the area. In the OP’s case shipping a car from California to Illinois wouldn’t save or benefit him in any way.

Al Pinã · 02-19-2021, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by BYEIL

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Originally Posted by SSM5

Greg Poland is now the manager at Valencia BMW. He could ship a car to you or arrange a courtesy delivery.

I've had cars shipped to me but they were rare colors or options that weren't available in the area. In the OP's case shipping a car from California to Illinois wouldn't save or benefit him in any way.

Hey wannabe forum police, I know several people that saved over $10K on their deals with Greg. So you're saying it wouldn't be worth it to pay hundreds on shipping to save thousands?

And since when are you the spokesperson for the OP? FOH

huskerdoc2020 · 02-19-2021, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ALPINA_DREAMS

Hey wannabe forum police, I know several people that saved over $10K on their deals with Greg. So you're saying it wouldn't be worth it to pay hundreds on shipping to save thousands?

And since when are you the spokesperson for the OP? FOH

Those were my thoughts exactly..The most I've ever paid shipping halfway across the country was $1k. Big deal.

nynd · 02-19-2021, 04:13 PM

In this day and age, you can always try and make a deal where they cover the cost of shipping. Usually, dealerships have better contacts and do it so much, they can get a far more reasonable price. Always worth a shot as all it takes is a motivated dealer who wants to earn your business and make a sale.

BMWBear · 02-19-2021, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by ALPINA_DREAMS

Hey wannabe forum police, I know several people that saved over $10K on their deals with Greg. So you're saying it wouldn't be worth it to pay hundreds on shipping to save thousands?

And since when are you the spokesperson for the OP? FOH

Good for you forum tough guy and I referred someone in the area that can match or beat that deal. Saving $2k in shipping fees.
For a tough guy you sure seem like a big cry baby. Sheesh.

BMWBear · 02-19-2021, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by huskerdoc2020

Those were my thoughts exactly..The most I've ever paid shipping halfway across the country was $1k. Big deal.

I’ve shipped one car from California and had multiple quotes in the past year to ship another. Enclosed carrier is easily $2k from a reputable transporter in enclosed trailer and about $1500 not enclosed. If you’re using Joe Schmoe service then you’re probably right.

BMWBear · 02-19-2021, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by nynd

In this day and age, you can always try and make a deal where they cover the cost of shipping. Usually, dealerships have better contacts and do it so much, they can get a far more reasonable price. Always worth a shot as all it takes is a motivated dealer who wants to earn your business and make a sale.

Higher volume dealers can offer higher discounts. We have a big market here in Chicago so there’s no way a dealer in California could offer a discount steep enough on a new car with shipping that it would beat Bill Jacobs or Knauz. Used cars are a toss up with many variables so that’s a possibility.

SSM5 · 02-19-2021, 07:17 PM

Greg Poland is really good with custom orders, especially Individual Colors. If you are ordering you can arrange a courtesy delivery at a dealer in your area for $500-$1000, you save on shipping and the car arrives faster if you are in the Eastern US.

BMWBear · 02-19-2021, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by SSM5

Greg Poland is really good with custom orders, especially Individual Colors. If you are ordering you can arrange a courtesy delivery at a dealer in your area for $500-$1000, you save on shipping and the car arrives faster if you are in the Eastern US.

Yeah that can be done from any dealer. Since the X7 is manufactured in South Carolina it only makes sense that people on the East Coast would get their orders quicker.

mjr24 · 02-19-2021, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by BYEIL

Good for you forum tough guy and I referred someone in the area that can match or beat that deal. Saving $2k in shipping fees.
For a tough guy you sure seem like a big cry baby. Sheesh.

This all seems humorous.....Knauz, Bill Jacobs....in the grand scheme of things these dealers have never been competitive in terms of new car pricing.

Don't limit yourself to Chicago. I've picked up several $100k BMW's over the last 10-12 years and I don't even bother contacting any of the dealers in IL or WI anymore. It's a waste of time.

M3th_add1ct · 02-20-2021, 03:59 AM

i need an x7 my dealer tryna rape me

BVB09 · 02-20-2021, 10:45 AM

While a good dealership and excellent service department these guys are not easy to negotiate with; I am on my 4th car from them now / same client adviser so things have been a little easier. Tried others in the area - not a big difference, Elmhurst was the least flexibility and generally had lighter inventory.

bradythedog12 · 02-20-2021, 12:05 PM

Yes, Elmhurst is definitely one of the smallest dealers in the Chicago area but it’s 5 minutes from our house so really convenient. Plus this is our 3rd BMW that we’ve been taking there for service (first bought from there) so we have a bit of a relationship. So in summary, not awful. :-)

BMWBear · 02-20-2021, 01:02 PM

Bill Jacobs and Laurel both made the top 35 in the country last year.
https://bimmerlife.com/2020/03/07/bm...5-dealerships/

Maybe the problem isn’t the dealer?

Wanderer73 · 02-20-2021, 01:32 PM

If you purchase out of state, make a road trip out of it. I picked up my X7 on the east coast and did a solo 1,600+ mile drive back to CO. It was a blast! The X7 is such a superb long-distance vehicle.

dmanb2b · 02-26-2021, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by M3th_add1ct

i need an x7 my dealer tryna rape me

I can refer you to a decent deal in dutchess county. 8-9% plus $3,500 rebate on purchase or $1,500 on lease, assuming you qualify for BMW loyalty...otherwise $2,500/$500. That offer expires 3/1, not sure what next month is though

PM...glad to share dealer contact. Otherwise you can get similar pricing from brokers on here, but dealer fee is $6-700 and broker fee around $400

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nynd Captain 175 Rep 603 Posts Drives: X7 M8 Convert Join Date: May 2012 Location: Canada (Toronto) iTrader: (3)	In this day and age, you can always try and make a deal where they cover the cost of shipping. Usually, dealerships have better contacts and do it so much, they can get a far more reasonable price. Always worth a shot as all it takes is a motivated dealer who wants to earn your business and make a sale.
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BVB09 Private 45 Rep 59 Posts Drives: 2020 750i 2017 X5 2015 S5 conv Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Illinois iTrader: (0)	While a good dealership and excellent service department these guys are not easy to negotiate with; I am on my 4th car from them now / same client adviser so things have been a little easier. Tried others in the area - not a big difference, Elmhurst was the least flexibility and generally had lighter inventory.
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bradythedog12 Second Lieutenant 127 Rep 272 Posts Drives: 2020 X7 M50i, 2014 X6 50i Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Elmhurst, IL iTrader: (0)	Yes, Elmhurst is definitely one of the smallest dealers in the Chicago area but it’s 5 minutes from our house so really convenient. Plus this is our 3rd BMW that we’ve been taking there for service (first bought from there) so we have a bit of a relationship. So in summary, not awful. :-)
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BMWBear Ultimate Driver 863 Rep 916 Posts Drives: N/A Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: N/A iTrader: (1)	Bill Jacobs and Laurel both made the top 35 in the country last year. https://bimmerlife.com/2020/03/07/bm...5-dealerships/ Maybe the problem isn’t the dealer?
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Wanderer73 Major 674 Rep 1,022 Posts Drives: X7 M50i Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	If you purchase out of state, make a road trip out of it. I picked up my X7 on the east coast and did a solo 1,600+ mile drive back to CO. It was a blast! The X7 is such a superb long-distance vehicle.
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