A hello and production question

Mindgame · 10-13-2008, 05:57 PM

First allow me to say hello and i'm glad to be joining to site.

I am from the north dallas area, and 2 weeks ago ordered a:

2009 135i
AW/Coral red/gray poplar
Sport + premium
manual
hi-fi
HD+Sirius

now for my question, i was just informed this morning by my sales rep that my car went into production this morning and gave me the last 7 of the VIN

however, I have not been able to enter the production code/VIN in bmwusa.com yet, keeps telling me it's not yet in the system

how long does this take?

Thanks in advance!

gio · 10-13-2008, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mindgame

First allow me to say hello and i'm glad to be joining to site.

I am from the north dallas area, and 2 weeks ago ordered a:

2009 135i
AW/Coral red
Sport + premium
manual
hi-fi
HD+Sirius

now for my question, i was just informed this morning by my sales rep that my car went into production this morning and gave me the last 7 of the VIN

however, I have not been able to enter the production code/VIN in bmwusa.com yet, keeps telling me it's not yet in the system

how long does this take?

Thanks in advance!

Welcome!

I seem to recall it's a few days behind. Calling the toll free number will always give you more up to date information.

1ToBeOn2Wheels · 10-13-2008, 06:45 PM

Also, don't be surprised when you enter the number and it shows the wrong color combo. This is normal and it should all work itself out after some time.

arrutled · 10-14-2008, 06:03 AM

patience is a very crucial attribute at this point in your life

Consider that your daily fotune cookie!

Citizen Z · 10-14-2008, 06:19 AM

I found that there was a two week lag between recieving a VIN and the vehicle actually finishing production, then another week or so for transportation to the port, then about 28 days shipping... yea, it sucks waiting.

bubble · 10-14-2008, 07:57 AM

Hi from another North Dallasite!

I found that the online system was way behind, the 800 number was much more useful. If you don't have it:

800.831.1117

You can use your VIN or production number.

Duckw · 10-14-2008, 08:46 AM

When obsessive impatience sets in, as it has with most of us addicts, go to the forum on Ordering, Pricing, Options, Tracking Discussions.

There you will find out how to track your car from the factory to its US port.

former · 10-14-2008, 10:02 PM

It took forever for me to be able to enter my production number in my car.

I'm doing ED and it was only a few days before it was supposed to start production that I was able to add it on the owners circle.

However, I will say that the folks at the 800 number were very friendly and understanding about my concerns about traveling a good portion around the world and wanting to ensure that the car would be ready. :w00t:

The listing still isn't right in the owners circle either. It doesn't list the smart phone integration and it shows me as having the wheel with the paddles - though I ordered a manual. :iono: But I've double checked the order with my center and they've confirmed it's ordered as requested.

It better be. Or they'll have one angry six foot two inch, 220 lbs son of a most German ancestors on their hands. Like the Hulk says, they wouldn't like me when I'm angry. LOL!

Mindgame · 10-14-2008, 10:57 PM

thanks all

the VIN finally worked on the site today, so now instead of being impatient everyday, I can be impatient while staring at the same status all day!

morgie2 · 10-15-2008, 08:28 AM

Definitely use the 800 number. Much more up to date than the website. Use the tracking info also!! I love the color choices you made. I guess great minds think alike!!

10-13-2008, 05:57 PM	#1
Mindgame Poke Her Face 27 Rep 368 Posts Drives: 09 135I Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: McKinney, TX iTrader: (0)	A hello and production question First allow me to say hello and i'm glad to be joining to site. I am from the north dallas area, and 2 weeks ago ordered a: 2009 135i AW/Coral red/gray poplar Sport + premium manual hi-fi HD+Sirius now for my question, i was just informed this morning by my sales rep that my car went into production this morning and gave me the last 7 of the VIN however, I have not been able to enter the production code/VIN in bmwusa.com yet, keeps telling me it's not yet in the system how long does this take? Thanks in advance!
	Appreciate 0 Tweet Quote

10-13-2008, 06:45 PM	#3
1ToBeOn2Wheels Freude am Fahren 31 Rep 703 Posts Drives: B9 Audi S5 Coupe Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Sierra Nevada Foothills, California iTrader: (0)	Also, don't be surprised when you enter the number and it shows the wrong color combo. This is normal and it should all work itself out after some time.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

10-14-2008, 06:03 AM	#4
arrutled Colonel 104 Rep 2,474 Posts Drives: Olsa Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Western Mass iTrader: (0)	patience is a very crucial attribute at this point in your life Consider that your daily fotune cookie! __________________ AW 135i w/ blackette, performance short shift kit, BMW alarm, Performance rotors, APEX ARC-8 wheels, Direzza Star Spec 235/275, Dinan stage 3 suspension, M3 wishbones/tension rods/front sway/rear subframe bushings and thats all folks!
	Appreciate 0 Quote

10-14-2008, 06:19 AM	#5
Citizen Z Alpine Master 111 Rep 1,310 Posts Drives: '08 135i AW Sport Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas iTrader: (1)	I found that there was a two week lag between recieving a VIN and the vehicle actually finishing production, then another week or so for transportation to the port, then about 28 days shipping... yea, it sucks waiting. __________________ Alpine White with Taupe Leather 135i, Sports Package, Heated Seats, Comfort Access, iPod Adapter Fastness: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=252727
	Appreciate 0 Quote

10-14-2008, 07:57 AM	#6
bubble I am the Stig. 0 Rep 55 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	Hi from another North Dallasite! I found that the online system was way behind, the 800 number was much more useful. If you don't have it: 800.831.1117 You can use your VIN or production number.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

10-14-2008, 08:46 AM	#7
Duckw Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 241 Posts Drives: '08 135i, 2010 VW Sportwagen Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Near Cincinnati iTrader: (0)	When obsessive impatience sets in, as it has with most of us addicts, go to the forum on Ordering, Pricing, Options, Tracking Discussions. There you will find out how to track your car from the factory to its US port. __________________ 135i, SGM, 6 MT, Black Leatherette, Grey Poplar, ZSP
	Appreciate 0 Quote

10-14-2008, 10:02 PM	#8
former Practical Idealist 9 Rep 408 Posts Drives: 2009 135i Coupe Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Greater Los Angeles Area iTrader: (0)	It took forever for me to be able to enter my production number in my car. I'm doing ED and it was only a few days before it was supposed to start production that I was able to add it on the owners circle. However, I will say that the folks at the 800 number were very friendly and understanding about my concerns about traveling a good portion around the world and wanting to ensure that the car would be ready. :w00t: The listing still isn't right in the owners circle either. It doesn't list the smart phone integration and it shows me as having the wheel with the paddles - though I ordered a manual. :iono: But I've double checked the order with my center and they've confirmed it's ordered as requested. It better be. Or they'll have one angry six foot two inch, 220 lbs son of a most German ancestors on their hands. Like the Hulk says, they wouldn't like me when I'm angry. LOL!
	Appreciate 0 Quote

10-14-2008, 10:57 PM	#9
Mindgame Poke Her Face 27 Rep 368 Posts Drives: 09 135I Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: McKinney, TX iTrader: (0)	thanks all the VIN finally worked on the site today, so now instead of being impatient everyday, I can be impatient while staring at the same status all day!
	Appreciate 0 Quote

10-15-2008, 08:28 AM	#10
morgie2 First Lieutenant 16 Rep 377 Posts Drives: 135i convertible Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	Definitely use the 800 number. Much more up to date than the website. Use the tracking info also!! I love the color choices you made. I guess great minds think alike!!
	Appreciate 0 Quote