Switching M550i order

Marlow · 10-13-2022, 08:30 AM

Not sure if this is the appropriate forum, but I figured it could t hurt to ask anyway… Put a $2500 deposit down early September for an M550i. Was told I have a November 21st build week about ten days ago (BMW Sudbury in MA). Am now thinking though the X5 M50i might be a better life style choice now (middle age sucks). That all being said, any idea/educated guesses if I might be able to swap cars at this point without a loss (550i was purchased at MSRP - is also an individual paint color - they said ETA at dealer is probably late December/early January) and go into the X5 order seamlessly? Haven’t seen this kind of topic discussed here before and would welcome any thoughts before I call the sales guy. Thanks!

JMP14 · 10-13-2022, 09:06 AM

When I ordered my 540 and placed a $2500 deposit a few months back my sales guy stated that if I changed my mind it was fine, that my deposit would just need to be put towards another car with their dealership (I specifically asked what happens if I changed my mind or don't like the car when it arrives, as I hadn't seen my color combinations in person). If I recall it was even stated in the boiler plate email they sent me once my car went into production.

If they are a dealer that cares about customer service and keeping your business I would think they will be totally fine with you switching over to an X5 build.

Good luck!

HerkHealer · 10-13-2022, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Marlow

Not sure if this is the appropriate forum, but I figured it could t hurt to ask anyway… Put a $2500 deposit down early September for an M550i. Was told I have a November 21st build week about ten days ago (BMW Sudbury in MA). Am now thinking though the X5 M50i might be a better life style choice now (middle age sucks). That all being said, any idea/educated guesses if I might be able to swap cars at this point without a loss (550i was purchased at MSRP - is also an individual paint color - they said ETA at dealer is probably late December/early January) and go into the X5 order seamlessly? Haven’t seen this kind of topic discussed here before and would welcome any thoughts before I call the sales guy. Thanks!

I doubt the dealer will mind. The X5 M50i is more expensive than the M550, so even if they have to pay for your M550i, its still going to sell.
It's a win/win for them.
Funny you mention the X5 M50i as i'm considering that same move myself.

LuvMyE92 · 10-16-2022, 07:45 AM

People change their minds all the time. Call your SA, and I'm sure he/she will be happy to accommodate you.

2022M550i · 10-16-2022, 10:27 AM

I'm 54 with a bad back and I love my M550i…the best comfort available for me….plenty of trunk space. I hate SUVs, they are way too bouncy for my liking. I love being middle-age, we can afford fun toys like this.

Like others said, the dealer isn't going to care. Unless you ordered some hideous individual color that they'll never be able to sell.

ppointer · 10-17-2022, 01:56 PM

Ordered a G30 in January. They would not take a deposit. They told me I could change my mind on options for a few months. Either a VIN was assigned or a build date was assigned, I don't recall, but that marked when I could no longer change options.

I was also told I was not obligated to buy the car. When it showed up in June, I would guess they could readily find a buyer for it. But we took it and my wife loves it (I love it too, but I bought it for her).

10-13-2022, 08:30 AM	#1
Marlow Private 79 Rep 83 Posts Drives: 2021 Q5e Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: New England iTrader: (0)	Switching M550i order Not sure if this is the appropriate forum, but I figured it could t hurt to ask anyway… Put a $2500 deposit down early September for an M550i. Was told I have a November 21st build week about ten days ago (BMW Sudbury in MA). Am now thinking though the X5 M50i might be a better life style choice now (middle age sucks). That all being said, any idea/educated guesses if I might be able to swap cars at this point without a loss (550i was purchased at MSRP - is also an individual paint color - they said ETA at dealer is probably late December/early January) and go into the X5 order seamlessly? Haven’t seen this kind of topic discussed here before and would welcome any thoughts before I call the sales guy. Thanks!
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10-13-2022, 09:06 AM	#2
JMP14 Private 97 Rep 71 Posts Drives: 2023 BMW 540 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	When I ordered my 540 and placed a $2500 deposit a few months back my sales guy stated that if I changed my mind it was fine, that my deposit would just need to be put towards another car with their dealership (I specifically asked what happens if I changed my mind or don't like the car when it arrives, as I hadn't seen my color combinations in person). If I recall it was even stated in the boiler plate email they sent me once my car went into production. If they are a dealer that cares about customer service and keeping your business I would think they will be totally fine with you switching over to an X5 build. Good luck!
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10-16-2022, 07:45 AM	#4
LuvMyE92 Occasionally frequent poster 3005 Rep 2,745 Posts Drives: CT5V-Blackwing Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: RTP NC, USA iTrader: (0)	People change their minds all the time. Call your SA, and I'm sure he/she will be happy to accommodate you. __________________ Current inventory: F22 & G05 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing w/3 pedals Past: E24,E28(3),E34,E36,E37,E38(2),E39(4),E46,E89,E92 (obviously),F01,F06,F10,F30,F87,G12,G30(2),G82(2)
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2022M550i Lieutenant Colonel 3048 Rep 1,563 Posts Drives: 2022 M550i, 2015 Viper Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: CT iTrader: (0)	I'm 54 with a bad back and I love my M550i…the best comfort available for me….plenty of trunk space. I hate SUVs, they are way too bouncy for my liking. I love being middle-age, we can afford fun toys like this. Like others said, the dealer isn't going to care. Unless you ordered some hideous individual color that they'll never be able to sell.
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ppointer Major 749 Rep 1,105 Posts Drives: '01 Z3M, '12 335is, '22 540i Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: FLL iTrader: (4) Garage List 2012 BMW 335i [5.25] 2012 BMW 335is [5.00] 2008 Infiniti QX56 [0.00] 1967 Chevrolet Corv ... [10.00] 2001 M Roadster [10.00] 2022 BMW 540i [0.75] 2009 528i [9.50]	Ordered a G30 in January. They would not take a deposit. They told me I could change my mind on options for a few months. Either a VIN was assigned or a build date was assigned, I don't recall, but that marked when I could no longer change options. I was also told I was not obligated to buy the car. When it showed up in June, I would guess they could readily find a buyer for it. But we took it and my wife loves it (I love it too, but I bought it for her).
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