[MidnightLight]

Originally Posted by kungpaocow

I am torn between both colors and wondering what everyone's thoughts are on either Dune Grey or Tanzanite Blue?

I ordered Tanzanite Blue because it's a beautiful color with a lot of personality. Plus I personally think that darker colors look sportier than lighter color.

Having said that - be aware that Tanzanite Blue requires some maintenance. It loses some of its magic when it's dirty. So if you go down that route, be prepared to clean your car regularly if you're not already in the habit. I think it's worth it. But you need to decide for yourself.

[myg45]

Originally Posted by MidnightLight

I ordered Tanzanite Blue because it's a beautiful color with a lot of personality. Plus I personally think that darker colors look sportier than lighter color.

Having said that - be aware that Tanzanite Blue requires some maintenance. It loses some of its magic when it's dirty. So if you go down that route, be prepared to clean your car regularly if you're not already in the habit. I think it's worth it. But you need to decide for yourself.

You have to pay more than $1K for that color option, don't you?

[kungpaocow]

Originally Posted by myg45

You have to pay more than $1K for that color option, don't you?

Thanks for everyone’s input. Yes, it’s an additional $1500 upgrade for tanzanite blue. My only other BMW was a Brooklyn Grey m40i that was not PPF wrapped. I’m pretty bad with keeping the exterior clean despite the car being garaged. It doesn’t help that I live in Palm Springs where it frequently gets dusty. I also do like the frozen grey but when I visited the dealer I noticed their cars with frozen colors accumulated water spots. I don’t want to pay $3600 to upgrade to that color only to have to wrap it as well.

Typing all this out, I suppose a better option would be just to order with a basic color and then wrap it in a color that I prefer? If it’s a lease, would I have to remove the wrap when I return the car?

[Ravenous666]

Originally Posted by walketed

Do you guys think our cars will be held at the dealers because of the current stop sale affecting all of the X models?

The Stop sale affecting the G01 X3 is due to the cargo compartment lashing rails which the X3 G45 is missing. So it won't be affected.

The braking system recall is only affecting X1, X5 and X7. The X3 (G01) uses a different braking system controller. So it would be interesting to know if BMW changed the braking system on the G45.

[avi66]

Originally Posted by kungpaocow

Thanks for everyone’s input. Yes, it’s an additional $1500 upgrade for tanzanite blue. My only other BMW was a Brooklyn Grey m40i that was not PPF wrapped. I’m pretty bad with keeping the exterior clean despite the car being garaged. It doesn’t help that I live in Palm Springs where it frequently gets dusty. I also do like the frozen grey but when I visited the dealer I noticed their cars with frozen colors accumulated water spots. I don’t want to pay $3600 to upgrade to that color only to have to wrap it as well.

Typing all this out, I suppose a better option would be just to order with a basic color and then wrap it in a color that I prefer? If it’s a lease, would I have to remove the wrap when I return the car?

Frozen grey looks great in the showroom, but is a pita in the real world. Very difficult keep looking good unless you pay thousands for PPF. It’s a pity BMW only seem to offer Skyscraper Grey on the 30, as with a matte wrap it would look similar to Frozen Grey, which is also an option on the 30.

[puckhead85]

Morning update:

It's happening!!!!!

[DocMarshall]

Now at 182, "Awaiting carrier assignment
A carrier has been assigned to take care of your BMW."

[rlove]

My X3 M50 is now in "entering assembly line" (status 153) as well. Build date is still 9/13.

Woohoo!

[DocMarshall]

Dealer says that they will not be available to sell until October 19th. That sucks because Genius says my car should be at the dealership within a week, so it's just going to sit there.

[kmhibbs]

So my build date was 9/11. Status entered quality check early in the morning but has not moved since. How long does it normally stay in quality check. Or is this an indication of something failing inspection?

[TurtleBoy]

Originally Posted by kmhibbs

So my build date was 9/11. Status entered quality check early in the morning but has not moved since. How long does it normally stay in quality check. Or is this an indication of something failing inspection?

Normally a couple of hours but can be a few days to a week depending on what part they are waiting on.

[PeteLee]

Another Brooklyn Grey X3 M50 is just now in "entering assembly line" (status 153) as well.

[worldswinner]

Originally Posted by DocMarshall

Dealer says that they will not be available to sell until October 19th. That sucks because Genius says my car should be at the dealership within a week, so it's just going to sit there.

Wait whaaaat
Until 10/19???
That's too lonnnnggggg

[saracen31]

Mine entered production today too. I'm out of the country for the month of October and I'm not going to sign paperwork until I see and drive the vehicle, so we'll see if the dealer hangs onto it.

[srekal34]

Anyone who has the vin already - can you check if acoustic glass is in spec? Its not an option anymore but some of the materials said its standard equipment now. I wouldnt buy an SUV without it.

[TurtleBoy]

Originally Posted by srekal34

Anyone who has the vin already - can you check if acoustic glass is in spec? Its not an option anymore but some of the materials said its standard equipment now. I wouldnt buy an SUV without it.

Standard features and options vary by country/region so you will want to make sure only those answering from the UK are considered.

[avi66]

Originally Posted by srekal34

Anyone who has the vin already - can you check if acoustic glass is in spec? Its not an option anymore but some of the materials said its standard equipment now. I wouldnt buy an SUV without it.

All UK G01’s had the acoustics front/side window glass as standard, which was shown in the UK configurator as a standard feature.

The UK press pack mentions acoustic glass, but the UK configurator doesn’t mention this like it did with the G01.

My BMW dealer provided a detailed breakdown quote, showing VIN option codes/descriptions, prior to purchase. A UK dealer should be able to do the same for the G45 before you commit.

[rlove]

Originally Posted by rlove

My X3 M50 is now in "entering assembly line" (status 153) as well. Build date is still 9/13.

Woohoo!

My X3 M50 jumped through all the remaining builds steps today and is now at awaiting carrier assignment.

If it weren't for this (alleged) hold until October I could be in the car in a few days.

[PeteLee]

Does it make sense that mine went from status 153 to 154, assembly in process today but my build date changed from today 9/13 to 9/16?

[DocMarshall]

Originally Posted by rlove

My X3 M50 jumped through all the remaining builds steps today and is now at awaiting carrier assignment.

If it weren't for this (alleged) hold until October I could be in the car in a few days.

I'm hoping he's wrong, but he says this is coming from the Regional Manager. The Genius line had no clue about it, but said if it's coming from the RM, it's likely correct.
SMH.

[Rik762]

Just done my weekly check with the 'Genius' and am told my Production date has shifted from Week 40 to Week 4 next year. Sounds a bit strange to me.

[avi66]

Originally Posted by Rik762

Just done my weekly check with the 'Genius' and am told my Production date has shifted from Week 40 to Week 4 next year. Sounds a bit strange to me.

Where is your car being assembled and what model ?