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      09-20-2013, 04:30 PM   #40
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Drives: 2007 335i Coupe
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Originally Posted by Carac View Post
They were told it would arrive late Feb/early march. Options and order to be finalized Oct/Nov. I've settled on the turbine style 625 wheels, carpo amido black interior, and either Crystal White or Sophisto Grey.

Curious about what you mean about being able to order on the website. Tesla has been trying to do direct to customer orders but is being blocked by every dealer association in the US.

From what I gathered, they're only going to the largest dealers because they have to be an official "BMW i" dealer which requires dedicated showroom and lot space, customer quick charge spaces, etc. and due to the extremely limited nature of the car.
From what I have gathered from speaking with the rep at the IAA, the i8 along with the i3 will be available for online purchase just as you can do with Tesla. I have also read a few things on this topic as well, specifically in the i8 general discussion board.

Other than that, I do not know much. Going back to the show on Sunday and hopeful to find out more.

The 2 dealers I spoke with in the south Florida area told me they have no idea when the car can be ordered.
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