[VandalF16]

Where did the $4500 rebate come from? If you're counting on BMW to give you a cap cost reduction in the amount of the tax credit they'll receive from the fed you'll be disappointed. No such program currently exists from BMW. The only way to get that rebate is to buy/finance the vehicle. I've called BMW financial and BMWNA, and had my CA call people on his end to double/triple check. Unless it's a dealer level rebate which would be surprising, or something that just became available in the last 10 days, I'd be surprised if you actually get that rebate. It's dumb in my opinion, but BMW is being tight with the $ at the moment. If I'm wrong please educate me so I can get the rebate applied on my lease deal when I pick up my 530e in three weeks!