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07-22-2006, 12:13 AM
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Hello!
1st time here, planning to buy a new car soon. Some questions need answers.
In general, how do u find the service offered by BMWHK? Has anyone been successful in negotiating for a discount (seems that nobody gives them in HK) or free options?
Lastly, does anyone know how much does it cost, pre-tax, for ordering Bluetooth Handsfree (644) & Shadowline (339) with a new E60?? It seems that the options listed by BMWHK are far more expensive when compared to the taxed prices in Germany & UK.
1st time here, planning to buy a new car soon. Some questions need answers.
In general, how do u find the service offered by BMWHK? Has anyone been successful in negotiating for a discount (seems that nobody gives them in HK) or free options?
Lastly, does anyone know how much does it cost, pre-tax, for ordering Bluetooth Handsfree (644) & Shadowline (339) with a new E60?? It seems that the options listed by BMWHK are far more expensive when compared to the taxed prices in Germany & UK.
07-22-2006, 03:02 AM
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Originally Posted by clarence' post='313861' date='Jul 22 2006, 04:13 PM
Hello!
1st time here, planning to buy a new car soon. Some questions need answers.
In general, how do u find the service offered by BMWHK? Has anyone been successful in negotiating for a discount (seems that nobody gives them in HK) or free options?
Lastly, does anyone know how much does it cost, pre-tax, for ordering Bluetooth Handsfree (644) & Shadowline (339) with a new E60?? It seems that the options listed by BMWHK are far more expensive when compared to the taxed prices in Germany & UK.
1st time here, planning to buy a new car soon. Some questions need answers.
In general, how do u find the service offered by BMWHK? Has anyone been successful in negotiating for a discount (seems that nobody gives them in HK) or free options?
Lastly, does anyone know how much does it cost, pre-tax, for ordering Bluetooth Handsfree (644) & Shadowline (339) with a new E60?? It seems that the options listed by BMWHK are far more expensive when compared to the taxed prices in Germany & UK.
Welcome aboard!!
The service I had experinced so far is quite good. I had been enjoying their service in To Kwa Wan for 4 years and so far I am satisifed with them. I would say they are much better than what other members experince in US / Canada.
For discount, they don't give any out. But you may wait for their special promotion, just like what they had done last year. They offered a 10% discount on the E60 last year. Or if you are a repeating customer, they will give you a special "VIP" discount, that is more like $5000-$6000 off the MSRP.
For the options, I think BMWHK charges the same as BMW Germany, but we have to add the 85% tax on it. For example, for the M-sports package, it cost $60000, but after tax, it is almost $100000.
Feel free to come and chat with us or join our next meet!!
07-22-2006, 03:12 AM
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Originally Posted by mic325' post='313877' date='Jul 22 2006, 07:02 PM
Hi Clarance,
Welcome aboard!!
The service I had experinced so far is quite good. I had been enjoying their service in To Kwa Wan for 4 years and so far I am satisifed with them. I would say they are much better than what other members experince in US / Canada.
For discount, they don't give any out. But you may wait for their special promotion, just like what they had done last year. They offered a 10% discount on the E60 last year. Or if you are a repeating customer, they will give you a special "VIP" discount, that is more like $5000-$6000 off the MSRP.
For the options, I think BMWHK charges the same as BMW Germany, but we have to add the 85% tax on it. For example, for the M-sports package, it cost $60000, but after tax, it is almost $100000.
Feel free to come and chat with us or join our next meet!!
Welcome aboard!!
The service I had experinced so far is quite good. I had been enjoying their service in To Kwa Wan for 4 years and so far I am satisifed with them. I would say they are much better than what other members experince in US / Canada.
For discount, they don't give any out. But you may wait for their special promotion, just like what they had done last year. They offered a 10% discount on the E60 last year. Or if you are a repeating customer, they will give you a special "VIP" discount, that is more like $5000-$6000 off the MSRP.
For the options, I think BMWHK charges the same as BMW Germany, but we have to add the 85% tax on it. For example, for the M-sports package, it cost $60000, but after tax, it is almost $100000.
Feel free to come and chat with us or join our next meet!!
10% discount? When was that? Was it in any of the local press? I know they're doing discounts now on the E66 EAG & WTO cars.
Repeat customers meaning current BMW owners??
Oh, Sport pack costs $60k here, but it costs Eur4.36k in Germany (incl 16% VAT). Other examples include Comfort Seats at $21k pre-tax, but it costs Eur1.95k in Germany. I heard from a BMW salesman that they priced the basic car cheaply but use the options to fleece us.
Btw, the 550i seems good value compared to the 540i. If you spec the 540i up to 550's level, the price difference is abt $20-30k after tax. The only gripe I have re the 550i is Active Steering, if it can be deleted (with price reduction) then it'll be a great buy in terms of price.
07-22-2006, 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted by clarence' post='313878' date='Jul 22 2006, 07:12 PM
Hi,
10% discount? When was that? Was it in any of the local press? I know they're doing discounts now on the E66 EAG & WTO cars.
Repeat customers meaning current BMW owners??
Oh, Sport pack costs $60k here, but it costs Eur4.36k in Germany (incl 16% VAT). Other examples include Comfort Seats at $21k pre-tax, but it costs Eur1.95k in Germany. I heard from a BMW salesman that they priced the basic car cheaply but use the options to fleece us.
Btw, the 550i seems good value compared to the 540i. If you spec the 540i up to 550's level, the price difference is abt $20-30k after tax. The only gripe I have re the 550i is Active Steering, if it can be deleted (with price reduction) then it'll be a great buy in terms of price.
10% discount? When was that? Was it in any of the local press? I know they're doing discounts now on the E66 EAG & WTO cars.
Repeat customers meaning current BMW owners??
Oh, Sport pack costs $60k here, but it costs Eur4.36k in Germany (incl 16% VAT). Other examples include Comfort Seats at $21k pre-tax, but it costs Eur1.95k in Germany. I heard from a BMW salesman that they priced the basic car cheaply but use the options to fleece us.
Btw, the 550i seems good value compared to the 540i. If you spec the 540i up to 550's level, the price difference is abt $20-30k after tax. The only gripe I have re the 550i is Active Steering, if it can be deleted (with price reduction) then it'll be a great buy in terms of price.
Repeat customers means if you have bought from the main BMW dealer before. If you bought a second hand BMW off other places, it won't count.
07-22-2006, 11:46 AM
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Originally Posted by mic325' post='313994' date='Jul 23 2006, 03:24 AM
That promotion was not on the press. They offered the 523i for around $450k, whereas the original price is almost $500k.
Repeat customers means if you have bought from the main BMW dealer before. If you bought a second hand BMW off other places, it won't count.
Repeat customers means if you have bought from the main BMW dealer before. If you bought a second hand BMW off other places, it won't count.
07-22-2006, 06:14 PM
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Originally Posted by clarence' post='314001' date='Jul 23 2006, 03:46 AM
So how did u managed to find out the special offer?
07-22-2006, 09:39 PM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
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523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
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Oh new members on board.
So where are you now in HK?
I got my E60 when they are offloading their stock, so I got it for 450k which is 50k off the sticker price. The salesman told me to wait before buying he is very nice to us as we are buying a second BMW from him whereas the other salesman I talk to first when I walk into the dealer never told us anything about promotion.
So where are you now in HK?
I got my E60 when they are offloading their stock, so I got it for 450k which is 50k off the sticker price. The salesman told me to wait before buying he is very nice to us as we are buying a second BMW from him whereas the other salesman I talk to first when I walk into the dealer never told us anything about promotion.
07-23-2006, 12:45 AM
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Originally Posted by AC_S5' post='314096' date='Jul 23 2006, 01:39 PM
Oh new members on board.
So where are you now in HK?
I got my E60 when they are offloading their stock, so I got it for 450k which is 50k off the sticker price. The salesman told me to wait before buying he is very nice to us as we are buying a second BMW from him whereas the other salesman I talk to first when I walk into the dealer never told us anything about promotion.
So where are you now in HK?
I got my E60 when they are offloading their stock, so I got it for 450k which is 50k off the sticker price. The salesman told me to wait before buying he is very nice to us as we are buying a second BMW from him whereas the other salesman I talk to first when I walk into the dealer never told us anything about promotion.
07-23-2006, 01:47 AM
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Originally Posted by mic325' post='314116' date='Jul 23 2006, 02:45 AM
You are so lucky AC_S5, my salesman sucks, even I bought the second BMW from him. He didn't mention the stock offloading exercise to me at all, damn! With the price I paid, I can get the 525i, or do 50k worth of mods!!
07-23-2006, 03:53 AM
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Originally Posted by AC_S5' post='314096' date='Jul 23 2006, 01:39 PM
Oh new members on board.
So where are you now in HK?
I got my E60 when they are offloading their stock, so I got it for 450k which is 50k off the sticker price. The salesman told me to wait before buying he is very nice to us as we are buying a second BMW from him whereas the other salesman I talk to first when I walk into the dealer never told us anything about promotion.
So where are you now in HK?
I got my E60 when they are offloading their stock, so I got it for 450k which is 50k off the sticker price. The salesman told me to wait before buying he is very nice to us as we are buying a second BMW from him whereas the other salesman I talk to first when I walk into the dealer never told us anything about promotion.