Production cycle - how long on average?
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My 05 530i is now listed on the Owner's Circle as "Scheduled for Production". It has a VIN and all the options listed. My question is how long does this part typically take? When will it go to "Awaiting Transportation"? My dealer told me I should have it before Christmas, but that seems rather fast no? Is he lying?
How long do these cycles "Scheduled for Production", "Awaiting Transportation", "En Route", etc. on average take?
How long do these cycles "Scheduled for Production", "Awaiting Transportation", "En Route", etc. on average take?
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I hope you're right. It just seems short - 4-5 weeks. And from searching and reading here it looks like it took more like 7-8.
Also how can I know more precicely the build start date, etc.?
Also how can I know more precicely the build start date, etc.?
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Originally Posted by urbo73' date='Nov 17 2004, 08:30 AM
I hope you're right. It just seems short - 4-5 weeks. And from searching and reading here it looks like it took more like 7-8.
Also how can I know more precicely the build start date, etc.?
Also how can I know more precicely the build start date, etc.?
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Not quite the same, but might give you an insight:
I ordered / fixed the spec on my car on Nov 9th - this was a car that the dealer had pre-ordered and was due to "go to production" within 1 or 2 days. The dealer expects to have the car by Dec 7th. Obviously not so far for it to travel though!
I ordered / fixed the spec on my car on Nov 9th - this was a car that the dealer had pre-ordered and was due to "go to production" within 1 or 2 days. The dealer expects to have the car by Dec 7th. Obviously not so far for it to travel though!
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Originally Posted by urbo73' date='Nov 17 2004, 08:30 AM
I hope you're right. It just seems short - 4-5 weeks. And from searching and reading here it looks like it took more like 7-8.
Also how can I know more precicely the build start date, etc.?
Also how can I know more precicely the build start date, etc.?
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From order to my dealer in no more than 5 weeks. Actually came earlier than I wanted.
Got mine 2 days before you, JDN
Got mine 2 days before you, JDN
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The actual production process from sheet metal to finished car ready to be loaded to a truck is only about 3 days.
I had the opportunity to attend the Dingolfing factory tour last week, and was amazed on how BMW puts together our cars.
P.S. Did you guys know that the front side panels and the rear trunk of 645i are made from thermo-rasin plastic?
I had the opportunity to attend the Dingolfing factory tour last week, and was amazed on how BMW puts together our cars.
P.S. Did you guys know that the front side panels and the rear trunk of 645i are made from thermo-rasin plastic?
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Thanks for the replies. Obviously, as with most things we covet, waiting IS the hardest part. Let's hope it get's here as promised. I feel more confident now
If it does, I have the week of 12/28 off, so it would be perfect to drive it around (praying we don't get much or any snow).
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Originally Posted by JDN' date='Nov 17 2004, 11:03 AM
[quote name='urbo73' date='Nov 17 2004, 08:30 AM']I hope you're right. It just seems short - 4-5 weeks. And from searching and reading here it looks like it took more like 7-8.
Also how can I know more precicely the build start date, etc.?
Also how can I know more precicely the build start date, etc.?
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[/quote]JDN - which dealer in Dallas? Mine is coming from BMW of Dallas. It just got to the German port on Monday - that took a whole week. I am hoping is only a couple more weeks.