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How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 1:18 pm
by Bob
Hi. My new car goes into production week 48 this year. I can't see that we can track it via BMW UK website.

Any ideas how long to build as well as ship over anyone?

Thanks. Bob

Re: How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 1:36 pm
by MJim
Mine took around 10 weeks from date of order (Feb 2011) to pick up from dealership.  I think it went into production within a couple of weeks of ordering as I tried to make a spec change and saw that it had been locked in the system so couldn't.  May be a bit quicker now as I assume there's a bit less demand.

What did you go for ?

How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 1:54 pm
by Bob
That's pretty quick, I'd be pleased if I get mine that quickly.
Gone for an M50d, Carbon black/ Cinnamon leather. Gone a little ' wild in the aisles' with extras but as planning to keep for a few years worth doing I reckon

Re: How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 2:10 pm
by Don Coffey
[quote="Bob"]
That's pretty quick, I'd be pleased if I get mine that quickly.
Gone for an M50d, Carbon black/ Cinnamon leather. Gone a little ' wild in the aisles' with extras but as planning to keep for a few years worth doing I reckon
[/quote]

You know when you get a bad feeling about someone......I'm sort of getting that feeling with you Bob.  I can't quite put my finger on the reason why? Jealous, JEALOUS, me? Never!  >:(

All jesting aside, it will be a long wait, but one that will be sooooo worth it, congratulations on the order and looking forward to pics and reviews when she does indeed arrive.

Don

Re: How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 2:46 pm
by MJim
Well done for loading up on the extras - there are some really good ones and I'm sure you won't regret it.  I went for rather a lot and there's only a couple that were a waste and one that I wish I had gone for ...

Look forward to seeing the photos when it breaks cover ...

How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 3:04 pm
by Bob
Thanks guys. It's ridiculous, haven't felt this excited about something since I was a kid! Never bought a new car before so it's always been a matter of a few days' wait in the past

Re: How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 3:08 pm
by Don Coffey
[quote="Bob"]
Thanks guys. It's ridiculous, haven't felt this excited about something since I was a kid! Never bought a new car before so it's always been a matter of a few days' wait in the past
[/quote]well you certainly picked one hell of a car to pop your new car cherry on.  ::)

Don

How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 3:16 pm
by Bob
U know what, I actually started out looking for a nearly new one- not many I know. Financing 50% of the car. It actually costs substantially more per month to buy second hand due to the higher APR so ended up being a no brainier to buy new

Re: How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 9:29 pm
by 535dboy
I'd imagine the boat is the slow bit!

Re: How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 11:29 pm
by snipez999
Ah ha someone else I can bother with M50d related issues soon then ;-)

My X6 derivative went into build w/b 8 Oct and is due in at the dealers imminently, with collection middle of next week (if the cherished transfers can be done in good time).  4-5 weeks for shipping once built is the figure I was quoted.

Enjoy!

Re: How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 11:09 am
by X5Sport
If you really want to track your car once it's left the factory then you could follow

Reply 2 on the linked thread.  The same question got asked a while back, and I had tracked my E53 in 2005 (very sad I know but.....) so the links should still work.

You will need to know when the car leaves the plant as that will allow you to guess the right ship.... :)

Richard

How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 1:57 pm
by Bob
Cool- thanks for that, appeals to the saddo within me!

Re: How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 3:17 pm
by 535dboy
[quote="Bob"]
Cool- thanks for that, appeals to the saddo within me!
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You should get on great with PVR then!

Re: How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 3:31 pm
by pvr
:nerd:

How long does it take to build an X5?

Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 4:49 pm
by Bob
Don't care about being a nerd- just can't wait to get it. Local dealer lending me an X6 m50d for couple of days to play with so that should be fun