Good BMW dealer in Bay Area?
07-10-2007, 05:49 PM
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I convinced my brother to get a 535i. He lives in SF and I was wondering if anyone can suggest a good dealer/salesperson.
A couple more questions:
1) How much over invoice is reasonable given the 535i is new and in high demand?
2) I just read in Motor Trend that their 335i overheated given it did not have an oil cooler - does the 535i have an oil cooler?
Thanks!
A couple more questions:
1) How much over invoice is reasonable given the 535i is new and in high demand?
2) I just read in Motor Trend that their 335i overheated given it did not have an oil cooler - does the 535i have an oil cooler?
Thanks!
07-10-2007, 05:55 PM
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Originally Posted by LowOrbit' post='445955' date='Jul 10 2007, 09:49 PM
I convinced my brother to get a 535i. He lives in SF and I was wondering if anyone can suggest a good dealer/salesperson.
A couple more questions:
1) How much over invoice is reasonable given the 535i is new and in high demand?
2) I just read in Motor Trend that their 335i overheated given it did not have an oil cooler - does the 535i have an oil cooler?
Thanks!
A couple more questions:
1) How much over invoice is reasonable given the 535i is new and in high demand?
2) I just read in Motor Trend that their 335i overheated given it did not have an oil cooler - does the 535i have an oil cooler?
Thanks!
07-10-2007, 06:59 PM
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Originally Posted by LowOrbit' post='445955' date='Jul 10 2007, 08:49 PM
I convinced my brother to get a 535i. He lives in SF and I was wondering if anyone can suggest a good dealer/salesperson.
A couple more questions:
1) How much over invoice is reasonable given the 535i is new and in high demand?
2) I just read in Motor Trend that their 335i overheated given it did not have an oil cooler - does the 535i have an oil cooler?
Thanks!
A couple more questions:
1) How much over invoice is reasonable given the 535i is new and in high demand?
2) I just read in Motor Trend that their 335i overheated given it did not have an oil cooler - does the 535i have an oil cooler?
Thanks!
A couple of outstanding BMW client reps comes to mind.
1) Victor Hung at Peter Pan BMW (San Mateo, CA). He's consistently among the top producers in the U.S., having won numerous awards and recognition for sales and customer service and support.
2) Grace Wong at WeatherFord BMW (Emeryville, CA). She is ditto like Victor. Both are very experienced and straight up professionals and will work with the clients in meeting your expectations.
GOOD LUCK & BEST REGARDS
07-10-2007, 07:02 PM
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Look no further than Dan (Torquey5). He'll take care of your brother. He's been taking care of the Bay Area e60ers! As for what constitutes a good deal, well I would say $1K over invoice is fair for everybody. I believe the 535i should have an oil cooler. Have your brother confirm with Dan that the 535i does have an oil cooler.
07-10-2007, 07:10 PM
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My Ride: 2007 E63 AMG | Obsidian Black | Schwarzes Nappa | Black BirdEye Maple | Premium II Package | Electronic Trunk Closer | Parktronic
Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe
Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
Suspension: Renntech Lowering Module
Wheels/Tires: Radenergie R10, Falken FK452 245/30/20, Yokohama ADVAN Sport 285/25/20
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2005 545i Sport SMG | Ti Grau | Schwarzes Dakota | Anthracite Maple | Logic 7 | Nav
Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
That is a great deal for everyone. Now, tell your brother to see Dan and then after taking delivery he can come join us for a Cajun Crab House Meet! 
07-10-2007, 07:22 PM
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I agree. Dan is a great guy and very much a relationship-type person. I'm saying that because he is my friend and he's my friend because he is a very personable and caring guy at heart. He had helped me out with small requests even before we became friends; when we only knew each other on this board. Try him out...and if he gives your brother any problems, I'll personally kick his a$$!!!! =)
07-10-2007, 07:25 PM
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My Ride: 2007 E63 AMG | Obsidian Black | Schwarzes Nappa | Black BirdEye Maple | Premium II Package | Electronic Trunk Closer | Parktronic
Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe
Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
Suspension: Renntech Lowering Module
Wheels/Tires: Radenergie R10, Falken FK452 245/30/20, Yokohama ADVAN Sport 285/25/20
-----------------------------------------
2005 545i Sport SMG | Ti Grau | Schwarzes Dakota | Anthracite Maple | Logic 7 | Nav
Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
I'll help kick his a$$ too, but from a highway roll... I need to test out my new power mods. 
07-10-2007, 08:02 PM
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Hello LowOrbit,
Let your brother know to ask for Dan Liu at BMW San Francisco, he can save $$$ when buying a BMW from Dan. As a bonus, Dan is very knowledgable about all aspect of BMW vehicles. Especially the E60, he should know... Dan drives an E60 himself
Very best,
freed0m
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Let your brother know to ask for Dan Liu at BMW San Francisco, he can save $$$ when buying a BMW from Dan. As a bonus, Dan is very knowledgable about all aspect of BMW vehicles. Especially the E60, he should know... Dan drives an E60 himself
Very best,
freed0m
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Originally Posted by LowOrbit' post='445955' date='Jul 10 2007, 06:49 PM
I convinced my brother to get a 535i. He lives in SF and I was wondering if anyone can suggest a good dealer/salesperson.
A couple more questions:
1) How much over invoice is reasonable given the 535i is new and in high demand?
2) I just read in Motor Trend that their 335i overheated given it did not have an oil cooler - does the 535i have an oil cooler?
Thanks!
A couple more questions:
1) How much over invoice is reasonable given the 535i is new and in high demand?
2) I just read in Motor Trend that their 335i overheated given it did not have an oil cooler - does the 535i have an oil cooler?
Thanks!
