Alarm Super Sale!!!

youngtechman · 03-29-2006, 06:55 PM

Everyone in Toronto area:

I drop off my car this morning try to fix the rattle noise again, and the service department offer a super sale for E90 Alarm.
CAD$410 Installed!!!!.

It is BMW AutoHause in Toronto.

Yes. CAD$410.....Installed.

Cheaper then buying it from ebay.
If anyone interested, book now, I am sure it will go fast.

I told them to keep my car overnight, so the can install the alarm for me tomorrow as well. So I still have the loaner car (a brand new 325i with only 300km on it

).

Anyway, just want to let everyone know , since I always think BMW Overprice their alarm.

kes · 03-29-2006, 07:33 PM

I wish they've that in Vancouver area.....

Pretender · 03-29-2006, 07:35 PM

How much in USD? Mine was $230 and the dealer activated for free.

DILLIGAF · 03-29-2006, 07:56 PM

wow....I'm gonna call tomorrow...thanks for the info

youngtechman · 03-29-2006, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pretender

How much in USD? Mine was $230 and the dealer activated for free.

Pretender, thats around US$340 I think. Installed.
"Stealer" install and re-program it for you for free???
I never know dealer do anything for free....must be good.

Anyway, this is first time I see a deep discount like this from dealer. Thats why I go for it.

ctgazer · 03-29-2006, 09:43 PM

thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! im so there this weekend

Dilak · 03-29-2006, 11:02 PM

Damn! I paid $750+tax when I got my car on Jan/2006. I live in Toronto too (Parkview BMW).

ctgazer · 03-30-2006, 07:02 AM

how do u guys find deals from the "stealerships"? is there any place to look specially or do you just visit them frequently? i hate going in their cause they are incompetent and think they know a lot when tons of people on these forums know so much more..maybe we could all throw in some $$ and start out own?!?!

dzenno · 03-30-2006, 07:36 AM

You guys think it would be worth it adding an alarm to a leased car? I just started my lease about 3 weeks ago and have 36 months to go...I take it that if anyone steals it or tries to steal it, car isn't mine anyway so why worry....thoughts?

youngtechman · 03-30-2006, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ctgazer

how do u guys find deals from the "stealerships"? is there any place to look specially or do you just visit them frequently? i hate going in their cause they are incompetent and think they know a lot when tons of people on these forums know so much more..maybe we could all throw in some $$ and start out own?!?!

Well....I bring in my car to fix the rattle noice from the rear cup holder.
And they tell me they doing this Alarm deal.
Not only E90.....They also doing it on X3 too (Even cheaper, $380 i think).

Then I ask them to add my email into their database, so when they have more special, they will email me.
The SA told me they will start the wheels and summer tire packet sale very soon.....

LEDZEP · 03-30-2006, 09:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pretender

How much in USD?

$12.95

e90driver · 03-30-2006, 09:33 AM

I live in Michigan and I am thinking of driving to Toronto and making a little trip out of it. Probably about $300 US dollars, can't beat that. But then would I really benefit from an alarm. decisions decisions.

dzenno · 03-30-2006, 10:34 AM

worth it to have an alarm on a leased car?

ctgazer · 03-30-2006, 10:43 AM

well, i just called BMW Autohaus and they told me that this promotion will be going on for a couple months, at least until their alarm supply runs out. and yes it is $410 and that includes installation. woohoo!

hotsand5 · 03-30-2006, 10:46 AM

dzenno, i think that this was discussed before, but in my opinion I think that the alarm is worthless in a bigger city (you live in toronto). How many times did you hear a car alarm and think, oh my god, what is going on? It is just normal background noise, such as the train, bus, cars, horns, etc. The alarm does nothing to protect your car from being stolen, such as disabling the fuel line or starter...from what I understand. All you get is an audible alarm and the famous BLINKING LIGHT on your mirror. Could that be enough for a deterrent? Could be, and if so, then worth it. They cannot start your car because of the computer chip in your key, so the only thing that they can do is tow it away. That takes less than 4 minutes, if that at times. IMO, if you feel scared about your car being stolen, then just get BMW assist and that way they can tell you where your car is if it is stolen and direct the police to it.

youngtechman · 03-30-2006, 07:20 PM

Got my car back.
Alarm installed. Work perfectly. Now I have the flashing light.
They also did complete software upgrade on my car. a big PLUS.

SteveMD · 03-30-2006, 07:26 PM

I think the alarm is pointless in any E90 not just a leased one.

The car can't be easily hotwired - there's no cylinder to jam a screwdriver into.

If someone want's to steal your ipod sitting on your dash, they are going to smash the window and take it - alarm or no alarm.

It will maybe stop the car being flatbedded away - if anyone takes notice of the alarm noise.

Save your dough and buy other stuff.

dzenno · 03-30-2006, 07:44 PM

Thanks everyone...screw the alarm...

DILLIGAF · 03-30-2006, 08:43 PM

I was a little skeptical when I heard about this deal but I called today and confirmed the info. They needed by VIN# to ensure they could do my car (their concern was production date)... I still dont really understand why that mattered so much but it wasn't a concern in my case. I have my appointment booked for Monday. The SA told me this promo was originally offered to customers purchasing a car there but they have some extra units and are offering the deal till their stock runs out. I didnt buy my car from them and this wasnt a problem with them either. The SA was really nice on the phone and I sensed they are ultimately trying to get me use their service department (even though I dont expect to have to bring my car in for service much at all).

Pretender · 03-31-2006, 12:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by youngtechman

Pretender, thats around US$340 I think. Installed.
"Stealer" install and re-program it for you for free???
I never know dealer do anything for free....must be good.

Anyway, this is first time I see a deep discount like this from dealer. Thats why I go for it.

I installed the alarm for a while. When I brought the car in for the CIP update, I asked them to activate for me. At first the SA said it was $75, but then he said he gave me for free and just gave him 5 rating.

SoYank · 04-08-2006, 05:50 PM

Dealer suggested $500 for alarm and more for installation. Insurance said they'ed give me $10 a year discount. Hmmm, it would take 50 years or more to recoup the cost. And the vehicle pretty much protects itself.

Now if the YOBs will only leave my tire valve covers alone.

lux.sh · 04-08-2006, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteveMD

I think the alarm is pointless in any E90 not just a leased one.

The car can't be easily hotwired - there's no cylinder to jam a screwdriver into.

If someone want's to steal your ipod sitting on your dash, they are going to smash the window and take it - alarm or no alarm.

It will maybe stop the car being flatbedded away - if anyone takes notice of the alarm noise.

Save your dough and buy other stuff.

wow steve. You must be against ANYTHING for the E90.
what other "stuff" do you suggest us to buy? perhaps you can enlighten us.

03-29-2006, 06:55 PM	#1
youngtechman Private First Class 18 Rep 122 Posts Drives: 330i -> X3 M40i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Alarm Super Sale!!! Everyone in Toronto area: I drop off my car this morning try to fix the rattle noise again, and the service department offer a super sale for E90 Alarm. CAD$410 Installed!!!!. It is BMW AutoHause in Toronto. Yes. CAD$410.....Installed. Cheaper then buying it from ebay. If anyone interested, book now, I am sure it will go fast. I told them to keep my car overnight, so the can install the alarm for me tomorrow as well. So I still have the loaner car (a brand new 325i with only 300km on it ). Anyway, just want to let everyone know , since I always think BMW Overprice their alarm. __________________ E90 - 330i Arctic Metallic -> X3 M40i (Soon) Last edited by youngtechman; 03-29-2006 at 07:02 PM.. Reason: forget to add deal name
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kes Private 0 Rep 51 Posts Drives: E90 330i Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Burnaby, BC iTrader: (0)	I wish they've that in Vancouver area.....
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Pretender Colonel 150 Rep 2,419 Posts Drives: 06 330i, 07 328i, 16 X1, >17M2 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (1) Garage List 06 330i [0.00]	How much in USD? Mine was $230 and the dealer activated for free.
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DILLIGAF Lieutenant 7 Rep 433 Posts Drives: 2006 SG 330i ZSP MT CA Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Whitby, Ontario iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	wow....I'm gonna call tomorrow...thanks for the info __________________ 2006 330i Sparkling Graphite/Sport pkg/Comfort Access/Aluminum Pedals/35% LLumar tint/Blacklines/OEM Shortshift knob
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ctgazer Major General 383 Rep 7,952 Posts Drives: a dilapidated ride Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: canada eh! iTrader: (10) Garage List 2006 e90 [0.00]	thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! im so there this weekend
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Dilak Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Scarborough, ON iTrader: (0)	Damn! I paid $750+tax when I got my car on Jan/2006. I live in Toronto too (Parkview BMW).
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ctgazer Major General 383 Rep 7,952 Posts Drives: a dilapidated ride Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: canada eh! iTrader: (10) Garage List 2006 e90 [0.00]	how do u guys find deals from the "stealerships"? is there any place to look specially or do you just visit them frequently? i hate going in their cause they are incompetent and think they know a lot when tons of people on these forums know so much more..maybe we could all throw in some $$ and start out own?!?!
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03-30-2006, 07:36 AM	#9
dzenno Banned 273 Rep 5,876 Posts Drives: Join Date: Feb 2006 iTrader: (1)	You guys think it would be worth it adding an alarm to a leased car? I just started my lease about 3 weeks ago and have 36 months to go...I take it that if anyone steals it or tries to steal it, car isn't mine anyway so why worry....thoughts?
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03-30-2006, 09:33 AM	#12
e90driver Lieutenant 14 Rep 502 Posts Drives: 06 325i, 08 328xi Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Michigan iTrader: (0)	I live in Michigan and I am thinking of driving to Toronto and making a little trip out of it. Probably about $300 US dollars, can't beat that. But then would I really benefit from an alarm. decisions decisions. __________________ see ya 06 325i. IT'S HERE!- 08 E92 328xi, Premium, Auto, Cold- Montego Blue
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dzenno Banned 273 Rep 5,876 Posts Drives: Join Date: Feb 2006 iTrader: (1)	worth it to have an alarm on a leased car?
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ctgazer Major General 383 Rep 7,952 Posts Drives: a dilapidated ride Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: canada eh! iTrader: (10) Garage List 2006 e90 [0.00]	well, i just called BMW Autohaus and they told me that this promotion will be going on for a couple months, at least until their alarm supply runs out. and yes it is $410 and that includes installation. woohoo!
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hotsand5 hotsand5 49 Rep 806 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i 6spd Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: chicago iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	dzenno, i think that this was discussed before, but in my opinion I think that the alarm is worthless in a bigger city (you live in toronto). How many times did you hear a car alarm and think, oh my god, what is going on? It is just normal background noise, such as the train, bus, cars, horns, etc. The alarm does nothing to protect your car from being stolen, such as disabling the fuel line or starter...from what I understand. All you get is an audible alarm and the famous BLINKING LIGHT on your mirror. Could that be enough for a deterrent? Could be, and if so, then worth it. They cannot start your car because of the computer chip in your key, so the only thing that they can do is tow it away. That takes less than 4 minutes, if that at times. IMO, if you feel scared about your car being stolen, then just get BMW assist and that way they can tell you where your car is if it is stolen and direct the police to it. __________________ -2006 BMW 330i-Sapphire Black- Tera Leather-Aluminum trim- 6spd manual- Sport- Premium- Cold- Navigation- Euro. delivery -2005 Yamaha Warrior 1700 102cu"
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youngtechman Private First Class 18 Rep 122 Posts Drives: 330i -> X3 M40i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Got my car back. Alarm installed. Work perfectly. Now I have the flashing light. They also did complete software upgrade on my car. a big PLUS. __________________ E90 - 330i Arctic Metallic -> X3 M40i (Soon)
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03-30-2006, 07:26 PM	#17
SteveMD Colonel 196 Rep 2,485 Posts Drives: 2016 F10 535i MSport Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Raventown! iTrader: (3)	I think the alarm is pointless in any E90 not just a leased one. The car can't be easily hotwired - there's no cylinder to jam a screwdriver into. If someone want's to steal your ipod sitting on your dash, they are going to smash the window and take it - alarm or no alarm. It will maybe stop the car being flatbedded away - if anyone takes notice of the alarm noise. Save your dough and buy other stuff. __________________ 2006 E90 330i (retired) 2009 E90 335i (retired) 2012 E70 X5 50i M Sport (retired) 2016 F10 535i M Sport
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03-30-2006, 07:44 PM	#18
dzenno Banned 273 Rep 5,876 Posts Drives: Join Date: Feb 2006 iTrader: (1)	Thanks everyone...screw the alarm...
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DILLIGAF Lieutenant 7 Rep 433 Posts Drives: 2006 SG 330i ZSP MT CA Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Whitby, Ontario iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I was a little skeptical when I heard about this deal but I called today and confirmed the info. They needed by VIN# to ensure they could do my car (their concern was production date)... I still dont really understand why that mattered so much but it wasn't a concern in my case. I have my appointment booked for Monday. The SA told me this promo was originally offered to customers purchasing a car there but they have some extra units and are offering the deal till their stock runs out. I didnt buy my car from them and this wasnt a problem with them either. The SA was really nice on the phone and I sensed they are ultimately trying to get me use their service department (even though I dont expect to have to bring my car in for service much at all). __________________ 2006 330i Sparkling Graphite/Sport pkg/Comfort Access/Aluminum Pedals/35% LLumar tint/Blacklines/OEM Shortshift knob
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SoYank Major General 571 Rep 7,519 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 335i MT Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Vinton, Virginia iTrader: (1) Garage List 2009 BMW E90 335i S ... [9.00]	Dealer suggested $500 for alarm and more for installation. Insurance said they'ed give me $10 a year discount. Hmmm, it would take 50 years or more to recoup the cost. And the vehicle pretty much protects itself. Now if the YOBs will only leave my tire valve covers alone.
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