12-06-2021, 09:16 AM | #45 |
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Just had a call from my dealership (Halliwell Jones).
I4 m50 will be in the showroom at Xmas. Test drive booked for 29th. My build date is May, with June delivery. |
12-12-2021, 06:12 PM | #46 |
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Hello,
I wanted to get an I4 from BMW Parklane in Tax Free but i was told there is no discount on the car as it's only a preorder and it's not fully launched. Do you know when the discounts on the i4 m50 will be reviewed? |
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12-13-2021, 02:47 AM | #47 | |
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Also, it's main present rivals are online only. So with the only other 'cars' presently as Tesla and Polestar being online only there are no dealers to haggle with… As more electric 'cars' come through, complementing the early SUV's, then there will be choice and competition. The Mercedes EQE and upcoming VAG car will be strong showings. Given present world issues, I feel it will be at least 2023 before any meaningful discounts are available. My present car was ordered in 2016 with an effective £10k discount. This car is now worth about £10k more than it should be as my trade in… Market forces…
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12-13-2021, 05:18 AM | #48 |
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Willing to share the deal you obtained if PCP? If not, wont be offended
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12-13-2021, 10:18 AM | #49 |
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Just seen this.
Not sure how to embed video. Training issue! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qQOqgnjH2U
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12-15-2021, 11:56 AM | #51 |
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I've seen the first test drive review posted on another forum, so they are starting to arrive. Just not at my dealer!
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12-16-2021, 09:07 AM | #52 |
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The BMW configurator in the UK has just been updated and it seems the chip issue is now impacting the i4. They are offering an Ultimate pack but I notice the reversing camera is no longer available and neither is Live Cockpit Plus.
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12-28-2021, 02:22 AM | #54 |
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After so much waiting, I had an i4 M50 test drive lined up before Xmas for 30 mins, but at the last minute, I couldn't make it, so I'm waiting for the M50 to return to them as it's touring the dealers
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12-29-2021, 03:33 AM | #55 |
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I have a service due in April on my G20 and have enquired if I could have an i4 as a courtesy car as I am seriously interested in buying one…despite the dealer always being very good to me (I have bought three BMWs from them) the answer was essentially ‘no chance’ - their expectation is that it will be problematic meeting customer orders with ‘excess’ showroom/test vehicles simply not being available in the foreseeable future.
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12-29-2021, 11:37 AM | #56 |
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I had an hours test drive of a UK Version of the i4 M50.
I went on A Roads, Motorways and B roads in a varied journey, involving speed humps and an uneven road. The car itself had 66% Battery when I started, giving an indication of 174 miles. The drive itself was smooth and refined, what i'd come to expect of BMW having owned various, most lately the G05 X5 45e. Putting the car into Sport Boost and just accellerating, you feel it. You really feel it. It certainly nudged my wife into her seat. The regen breaking in both D and B felt pretty much the same, only B brought us to a stop. D kept us rolling along. I expected some issue with speed humps, not being as wide as the x5, ihowever t still glided over them without an issue. Turning circle (having decided to go a different route) was reasonable and comparible with the 3, 5 and x5 (without integrated steering). Noise in the cabin was minimal. We actually tried to listen to see if the car made any noise at low speed, but couldnt hear it. I'm 6'4 and I was comfy, with my 7 year old behind me. When we stopped, i put myself behind my driving seat and with my legs spread, I was comfy, but my hair was touching the roof lining.. The only limitation I found would be if we had a sunroof.. it would most certainly be less room, meaning i'd have to crouch. I had no issue getting in or out. I dropped the car off with 61%, but I cannot recall what mileage was left. I also enjoyed the test drive that much, I took no photos. Last edited by BryanC84; 12-29-2021 at 11:44 AM.. |
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How long were you given the car for?. Fingers crossed, I get at least 30 mins. |
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12-29-2021, 05:41 PM | #58 |
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It was me, my wife and my 2 children.
We had no salesperson with us and we had the car for about an hour. |
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12-29-2021, 07:05 PM | #60 |
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The car had 20" wheels on.
I drove about 15 miles, but during that time, I was switching between comfort and sports boosy and not driving very conservatively. |
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12-29-2021, 07:11 PM | #61 |
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5% for 15 miles would equal about 300miles for 100% which is higher than the claimed range .. not bad for mixed driving I would think, I know not a very accurate way to calculate but still it’s something
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Reversing camera is part of the standard spec (just downloaded the standard spec sheet. Rear Reversing camera is detailed as is Live Cockpit Professional) so not sure why you are saying it has gone. |
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01-03-2022, 05:52 AM | #64 |
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If you choose the Technology Pack, you get driving Parking Assistant Plus, which is 3d surround cameras.
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There is no way BMW could not include Live Cockpit Professional on the i4M50 as it is an inherent part of the curved infotainment screen/drivers display. |
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