UK F8x Deliveries

[tisme]

Let's use this thread to record our UK deliveries.

I have a Sakhir Orange M3 on order with DCT and production week is W23, and I am due to pick my car up from the dealer at 10am on 21 June 2014.

My config is attached and as of today my status is still:

1200 Scheduled for production

I'm learning patience.

[M8 JTD]

Order placed: February 1st
Build week: 25 (June 16th) - Edit: Actually built BW 23.
Handover: June 21st

My Spec:
3R92 - M4
B39 - Mineral Grey
LKSW - Black Extended Merino leather
+
ZAS - Active Security package
ZAP - Advanced Parking package
4MC – Carbon-fibre Trim
4LX - Black Chrome Trim Finisher
2MK - 7 Speed M DCT
552 - Adaptive LED Headlights
5AC – High-beam Assist (standard with 552)
610 - M Head-Up Display
5DL – Surround-view
8TH - Speed Limit Display
322 - Comfort Access
4AE – Armrest front, sliding
493 - Extended storage
420 - Sun protection glass
248 – Steering wheel heating
6AR – Internet
688 – Loudspeaker system – Harmon/Kardon
6FV – Online Entertainment
2VZ – 19” Wheels - Black
+
5 year BMW Service Inclusive


My Timeline:
1100 Scheduled = 2nd Feb
1200 Scheduled for Production = 18th Feb
5000 Confirmed for Production = 21st May
5050 Chassis Number Allocated = 21st May
5055 Confirmed by Production Control = 21st May
5100 Bodyshop Start = 3rd June - Morning
5190 Bodyshop Complete = 3rd June - Night
5200 Paintshop Start = 4th June - Morning
5270 Paintshop Complete = 4th June - Afternoon
5280 Pre-Assembly Storage Start = 4th June - Afternoon
5290 Date Change = 4th June - Afternoon
5300 Pre-Assembly Start = 4th June - Night
5400 Assembly Start = 4th June - Night
5500 Assembly Complete = 5th June - Morning
6000 Transfer to Distribution = Unknown
8200 Released to Carrier = Unknown
9000 Departed Plant = 11th June - Morning
9605 Pre EU Port of Exit = 13th June - Afternoon
9620 At Sea = 13th June = Afternoon
9650 Awaiting Despatch to Dealer = 15th June - Morning + First Consigned 15/06/2014
9660 In Transport - Carrier ECM - ETA Dealer 16:30 17/06/2014 = 17th June 12:45
9800 Arrived Dealer = 17th June 16:30
Handover = 21st June

[JustChris]

Order placed May 6th. Expected September, forgot my build week.

Currently concerned about SO on SO clashing, I don't think the leather is really a match for the metallic. For me all the essentials are standard which is a result, few options:-

m4 DCT
Black 19 wheels
Reverse Camera
Advanced Audio but likely to change to HK

I'm coming from a 520D...what step, 1/4 tonne less weight and 120% power increase

[JustChris]

PS steel roof option.

I know this gets sunroof but does anyone know is this gives the roof fixing points for roof bars, carbon obviously doesn't gave them.

[Tengocity]

So looks like the LED lights and HUD are popular.. anyone tempted by the Carbon Ceramic brakes? All the reviews so far seem to be based on test cars with these fitted, so wonder of the steel brakes are like previous M3 brakes or an improvement...

[Tengocity]

Also curious to know how many Uk folk with new M3/M4s on order are trading in or coming from an E9x M3 of some sort?

[M3-F80]

Hi Guys

Placed on order last week for my new M3, delivery June ’14!
My spec is:

Mineral Grey
Black Extended Merino Leather
M DCT
Alloy wheels/Black (2VZ)
Advanced Parking Package
Surround View
Comfort Access
Sun Protection Glass
Carbon Fibre Interior trim with black chrome finishers
Adaptive Headlights
High-beam Assistant
Harmon/Kardon Surround sound
5 Year service plan

Managed to negotiate a 4.5% discount too!
Can't wait for June to arrive.

M3-F80

[UK_]

Great thread. Ordered M4 convertible late April. 1st RHD build slot worldwide (apparently) confirmed for w/c 6th August, expected delivery 10th Sept.

My main options were:
Mineral Grey with Sakhir Red Merino Lthr
437m 19" black alloys
M Specific HUD
DCT box
HK sound
LED adaptive lights with HBA
Comfort Access
Surround View and Rear Camera
Ext storage
Convertible Comfort Pack (Air Collar etc)
Active Security Pack
Internet
Speed limit display
Service Pack

Managed to get a 6% discount which was better than I was expecting as it had only just previewed at NY motorshow.

I strongly considered ceramic brakes but cost was too prohibitive.

The long wait begins!!

[JustChris]

MG 3 - SO 2 so far...

[mjohal]

Hi... originally ordered the coupe in November 2013 but changed it now for a convertible, iv gone for :

Sakhir Orange
Black full Merino leather
19's with the black mixed
Every extra apart from Ceramic brakes

Car is expected middle of September

[Palmnuts]

I'm replacing my other halfs M135i with an M3. Ordered in Jan, should be getting it last week of June.

Spec is relatively basic as follows:

Sakhir paint
Silverstone extended leather
Carbon fibre trim
19" silver wheels
DCT
HK Audio
Adaptive lights
Rear camera
Sun protection glass
Extended storage


A word of caution to those ordering LED lights - I decided against these as I have them on my M6. Whilst they're a much whiter light than xenons (and even more so in comparison to Halogens), I'm not sure my M6's LED's even have the range of the xenons in our M135i so I definitely wasn't going to pay £1,600 for the option. Saying this, if I hadn't experienced them already then I'd probably go for them too, if only out of curiosity!

What I would wholeheartedly recommend if budget allows (and seems to be backed up in the reviews) are the carbon brakes. I have these on the M6 and BMW have got their ceramic brake design bang-on for road use - sure, it could be deemed as overkill but the consistent feel and the confidence they give from the immense stopping power make them one the most enjoyable options I've ever spec'd. Also, the total absence of brake dust means the wheels always look clean. Sadly, they were out of budget for the M3 but if you're not so constrained, then I highly recommend them.

[CardinalZeus77]

F80 M3 Ordered last week. Not sure on a build date/delivery yet.

Basic spec to keep the lease costs down:

Black Saphire
Sakhir Orange Leather
Sun protection glass
Adaptive headlights/High beam assistant
19" M Double- spoke style 437M alloy wheels/Black
Reversing Camera

[M8 JTD]

Has anyone in the UK gone "5000 Confirmed for Production" or "5050 Chassis Number Allocated" yet?

You BW 23/24 chaps must be getting close!

[tisme]

Originally Posted by M4 JTD

Has anyone in the UK gone "5000 Confirmed for Production" or "5050 Chassis Number Allocated" yet?

You BW 23/24 chaps must be getting close!

I'm Week 23 and my dealer told me on Friday that a status change is imminent. He has also assured me I'll drive it on trade plates on the 20th, and drive it away on the 21st of next month.

No sign of a pdf manual yet though.

[M8 JTD]

Originally Posted by tisme

I'm Week 23 and my dealer told me on Friday that a status change is imminent. He has also assured me I'll drive it on trade plates on the 20th, and drive it away on the 21st of next month.

No sign of a pdf manual yet though.

That's great news - not long now!

Still no change in my status or sign of the UK PDF manual either.

[JustChris]

Close to 4 weeks for you guys then.

LOADS of pictures please when they arrive. Almost bottling the SO exterior now hmmm.

[M3-F80]

I'm production week 24 and no changes in status etc for me, I'm popping in the my dealership tomorrow so will update if necessary.
I'll ask about the PDF manual as well!

M3-F80

[M8 JTD]

Originally Posted by ChesterM4

Close to 4 weeks for you guys then.

LOADS of pictures please when they arrive. Almost bottling the SO exterior now hmmm.

I think I'd be more anxious about ditching that fantastic carbon fibre roof for glass & steel

Joking aside, a friend of mine has an E46 M3 with a sunroof and assures me that I'll regret not spec'ing one, especially with an all black interior. If I'm honest I would absolutely love one however I just can't bring myself to do it. For me the CF roof is part of the M3/M4 identity now + I like the fact that the contours from the power dome now follow through the CF roof and into the boot lid.

[JustChris]

Originally Posted by M4 JTD

I think I'd be more anxious about ditching that fantastic carbon fibre roof for glass & steel

Joking aside, a friend of mine has an E46 M3 with a sunroof and assures me that I'll regret not spec'ing one, especially with an all black interior. If I'm honest I would absolutely love one however I just can't bring myself to do it. For me the CF roof is part of the M3/M4 identity now + I like the fact that the contours from the power dome now follow through the CF roof and into the boot lid.

Agreed, I use a bike rack a lot...but after not too much thought...these will be going on the Mrs car. Carbon Roof is a must.

[M8 JTD]

Originally Posted by ChesterM4

Agreed, I use a bike rack a lot...but after not too much thought...these will be going on the Mrs car. Carbon Roof is a must.

Excellent call, just the MG for SO swap now and you're sorted

[JustChris]

Originally Posted by M4 JTD

Excellent call, just the MG for SO swap now and you're sorted

I've been tempted, love the bimmerpost pics of MG with SB interior. Quite classy looking.

Ps strong comeback from SO, SO 4 - MG 3 I think?

[M8 JTD]

Originally Posted by ChesterM4

I've been tempted, love the bimmerpost pics of MG with SB interior. Quite classy looking.

Ps strong comeback from SO, SO 4 - MG 3 I think?

Yeah that's exactly what sold MG to me.
http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...=982481&page=2

That said, SO will look absolutely stunning - If I were a bit braver and not going MG, SO would definitely be next on my list + It's dedicated M colour.