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      09-10-2014, 12:23 PM   #22
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Originally Posted by 2+3=5 View Post
When I bought my car there was a special order $ so I special ordered VO to have it rejected by the factory...what options actually qualifies as a special order?

Yes I understand the limits of changing a preprogrammed build but I have to say the M235i is optioned, built and volume forecasted like a limited production car...
Fascias are painted at the supplier, not the plant. So a supplier must have successfully completed a color harmony and UV testing program which is not quick. If VO wasn't already approved for the M235 with its unique front and rear fascias due to fascia count in the plant (big parts take up lots of space on the line), it's won't be available until several steps are taken by the Design Office and Body Engineering, and Manufacturing has to figure out how to make space on the operator display area unless it replaces another released color.
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