2019 m240i

bimmerfile · 02-17-2018, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by cdn240cab

Do you remember where you saw that the next generation 2 series vert is being discontinued? I know I also read that somewhere, but can't find the article.

In Automobilemag.com's Jan 23rd, 2018 " BMW Regoups. Again" article, it states "Let´s start this story with a look at BMW´s latest casualty list. Next year, we bid farewell to the three-door 1 Series, already a classic in its own right in manual M140i form. Also on the chopping block at the end of their current production runs are the 2 Series Gran Tourer, the 2 Series convertible, and the Mini cabriolet."

http://www.automobilemag.com/news/bmw-regroups-again/

p912guy · 02-17-2018, 01:08 PM

From a sales and certification standpoint, it would certainly make sense to drop the convertible from the 2 Series line up. I would guess the current 2 Series vert sells at the rate of 1-2 or 1-3 versus the coupe and the 2 Series is one of BMW's less popular vehicles, especially in the US. We have the new Z4 coming in 2019 as a ragtop only and the updated 4 Series convertible will by out in late 2020. Both of those options could easily entice folks who might have otherwise been interested in a new 2 Series convertible. I think the handwriting is one the wall regarding the next 2 Series in convertible form.

airansun · 02-18-2018, 05:50 PM

I ordered my 2017 M240i in late March last year. Two different dealers offered production dates in April and June. I picked the former and got it in mid May.

Just as a point of reference.

mblaucoupe135 · 03-04-2018, 03:21 PM

So based on the discussions happening right now about a potential trade war with the EU and a massive increase in the tariffs charged on imported cars, I'm thinking of ordering the m240i now and ending my lease early. I'm hoping it will get here before any new tariffs can be put into place. What do you all think?

morphomeman · 03-06-2018, 08:38 AM

I would not do anything based on trying to predict what DT will do with tariffs or anything else.
His MO is to try to be unpredictable and he does a pretty good job of it.

mblaucoupe135 · 03-06-2018, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by morphomeman

I would not do anything based on trying to predict what DT will do with tariffs or anything else.
His MO is to try to be unpredictable and he does a pretty good job of it.

Yeah that's true. I may just wait and keep my fingers crossed these tariffs don't come to pass.

makrop · 04-23-2018, 03:03 PM

Anyone get any updates on this info? I placed order with my dealer for a 2018 back on April 7th. As of last Friday, they still haven't actually placed the order yet. Supposedly they don't have any allocations and can't find a dealer nearby willing to trade. I'm told they will get a new set of allocations at the first of the month and will order mine then. Supposedly still as a 2018. Has anyone ordered a 2019 yet or have any information on that?

MarkDemma · 04-23-2018, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by makrop

Anyone get any updates on this info? I placed order with my dealer for a 2018 back on April 7th. As of last Friday, they still haven't actually placed the order yet. Supposedly they don't have any allocations and can't find a dealer nearby willing to trade. I'm told they will get a new set of allocations at the first of the month and will order mine then. Supposedly still as a 2018. Has anyone ordered a 2019 yet or have any information on that?

Well, at least your dealer is being upfront with you about not having an allocation at the moment. When I ordered mine in mid January the dealer told me they had an allocation and turns out they didn't. It wasn't until the first week of March that they were able to trade for one. I think they were waiting to see if they would get one at the beginning of February then March and when they didn't they needed to trade for one. For some reason, 2er allocations seem to be pretty scarce.

mr_clueless · 04-23-2018, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MarkDemma

For some reason, 2er allocations seem to be pretty scarce.

Is this for M240i or even for 230i?

1FUNCAR · 04-23-2018, 09:03 PM

Ordered my '18 M240i on March 31st. I have a build code but no VIN or production date yet.

makrop · 04-23-2018, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by 1FUNCAR

Ordered my '18 M240i on March 31st. I have a build code but no VIN or production date yet.

Jealous.

RossG1028 · 04-24-2018, 07:42 AM

I am NEW to the 2Addicts, and just leased a 2017 230i! Loving the 2-Series!!!

RossG1028 · 04-24-2018, 07:43 AM

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p912guy Captain 373 Rep 702 Posts Drives: 2016 M235i Convertible Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: The Ville iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M235i Conv ... [0.00]	From a sales and certification standpoint, it would certainly make sense to drop the convertible from the 2 Series line up. I would guess the current 2 Series vert sells at the rate of 1-2 or 1-3 versus the coupe and the 2 Series is one of BMW's less popular vehicles, especially in the US. We have the new Z4 coming in 2019 as a ragtop only and the updated 4 Series convertible will by out in late 2020. Both of those options could easily entice folks who might have otherwise been interested in a new 2 Series convertible. I think the handwriting is one the wall regarding the next 2 Series in convertible form. __________________ 16 BMW M235i Alpine White Convertible / MT (Daily Driver) 16 Audi Q5 3.0T (Wife's Daily Driver) 66 Porsche 912 (Project) 17 GMC Canyon Denali Long Bed 4x4 (Tailgatin, Haulin & Towin) various 'one design' sailboats / stinky hockey gear
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airansun CRCL GME 30 Rep 21 Posts Drives: 2017 M240i & 2003 Miata SE Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	I ordered my 2017 M240i in late March last year. Two different dealers offered production dates in April and June. I picked the former and got it in mid May. Just as a point of reference.
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mblaucoupe135 Major 285 Rep 1,288 Posts Drives: 2022 M240i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Littleton, CO iTrader: (2)	So based on the discussions happening right now about a potential trade war with the EU and a massive increase in the tariffs charged on imported cars, I'm thinking of ordering the m240i now and ending my lease early. I'm hoping it will get here before any new tariffs can be put into place. What do you all think?
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makrop Lieutenant 151 Rep 475 Posts Drives: '18 M240i 6MT MGM/CR Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Broken Arrow, OK iTrader: (0)	Anyone get any updates on this info? I placed order with my dealer for a 2018 back on April 7th. As of last Friday, they still haven't actually placed the order yet. Supposedly they don't have any allocations and can't find a dealer nearby willing to trade. I'm told they will get a new set of allocations at the first of the month and will order mine then. Supposedly still as a 2018. Has anyone ordered a 2019 yet or have any information on that? __________________ 18' F22 M240i \| 6MT \| MGM/CR 02' E46 325i \| 5MT \| SBM/B (beater - 200k+) 10' E82 135i \| 6MT \| BSM/CR (sold) 03' E46 330ci \| 5MT \| JB/B (sold)
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