2019 New i3s purchase advice request

[stu1gpx]

I am looking to purchase a BMW i3s and am trying to get the best cash price I can from the dealer.
I am not leasing...I am buying.
I am starting off with a $10k USAA military discount form the manufacture which is great.
Are their other credits available?
(I am aware of the $7,500 federal tax credit which is also great)
What is a reasonable amount to expect off of MSRP? $4,000? $5,000? $6,000?
If I can't find what I want in inventory, is it reasonable to expect the same amount off of MSRP from the dealer when "ordering" the car just as I like?
Thank you for your help and advice.

 

[phillycl]

Phoenix, AZ. I purchased a 2019 base model BEV about 2 weeks ago using the USAA discount. Dealer took an additional $5,000 off but added $500 for doc fees (standard around here) and $300 for window tinting and door edge guards (clear film).

 

[jag932]

I live in California. I am waiting for $2,500 from the state. I will be applying this month for $1,500 from my county, Monterey. My utility, PG&E, already sent me a check for $800.

Depending upon where you live, you might want to check whether your state and county and utility provide these kind of incentives.

 

[AndrewDebbie]

Are their other credits available?

I've been living abroad for 10 years.... Last time we bought a BMW in the USA...

BMWCCA discount was $500. You must have been a CCA member for the past 12 months

BMWFS discounts. Buying a BMW for cash is almost always more expensive than buying on finance. BMW Financial Services often have hidden discounts in the finance agreements. The cheapest option is usually to lease and then pay off the balance in a month or two. I'm not up to speed on the current programs and they might not combine with the USAA discount. Never hurts to ask. A good Sales Advisor will know.

Check on Bimmerfest. There are dealers there who specialise in internet discounts. You might get a better price. You can collect the car at the performance center, the selling dealer or have it shipped to you.



I don't think the i3 qualifies for European Delivery. Most other BMWs get a 5% discount off base MSRP if you collect the car in Munch. They probably have to do this since EU charge connectors are different than the American ones. Might not combine with the USAA discount. You'd also have the incompatible charge connector problem, but there are adapters for slow charging.

 

[websterize]

…What is a reasonable amount to expect off of MSRP? $4,000? $5,000? $6,000?

I negotiated 7% off MSRP near the end of model-year 2018 on a custom-ordered i3 Sport. Look for dusty models on dealer lots for better deals.

And, if you're in the U.S., mine https://www.bmwusa.com/special-offers for additional corporate offers.

 

[CarMania]

I am looking to purchase a BMW i3s and am trying to get the best cash price I can from the dealer.
I am not leasing...I am buying.
I am starting off with a $10k USAA military discount form the manufacture which is great.
Are their other credits available?
(I am aware of the $7,500 federal tax credit which is also great)
What is a reasonable amount to expect off of MSRP? $4,000? $5,000? $6,000?
If I can't find what I want in inventory, is it reasonable to expect the same amount off of MSRP from the dealer when "ordering" the car just as I like?
Thank you for your help and advice.

 

[sipabit]

I wouldn't focus too much on the MSRP price. It's not really relevant. People don't pay that and very few people buy the i3 new. You'll be part of the 1%, so I'm not sure you're going to find any resources regarding buying new. You're missing the whole benefit of getting an i3 if you buy new. Each to their own, but I think it's important to know just as much about what you're NOT getting as you are of what you ARE getting so you can truly understand. $10k off doesn't mean a whole lot when the car is $15k over priced to start with. There's a lot of R&D in the car, cool design, etc. I get that, but as far as what the market can bare, it's not a $47k USD car.