02-06-2015, 08:46 AM | #1 |
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Hi all,
Ordered my i8 about a month ago and have just been advised that the dealer put through a pull forward request and we're now looking at July instead of November. Anyone else had a similar experience? Many thanks |
02-06-2015, 10:27 AM | #2 |
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Hmmm, not sure I like the sound of that. Now I'm about to get mine, I'd rather there was a huge waiting list...
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They said they were doubling production which (based on last year's short production time) would mean they're making them faster than they did E39 M5s and will surpass the total number of Z8s sold by the end of 2016. The i8 isn't going to be as limited as we were led to believe, but it will still be scarce for the first year or so.
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02-08-2015, 01:33 PM | #6 |
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Reading the comments about doubling production was one of the reasons I didn't buy the i8. I just feared this would happen. BMW can't seem to help themselves they now have a big volume mentality which eventually destroys value. Compare that to Porsche where they have limited GT3 production and are doing the same with the GT4.
Whilst I love BMW and my 1M is a keeper I am now moving back to Porsche |
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02-17-2015, 02:27 PM | #7 |
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Ordered mine this week! For me a lot of reviews/people seem to miss the point of this car, their view is either too enthusiast or ecomentalist.
I know it will not be quite as good as a 911 on the edge or lap as fast as one. I know it is not as economical, in electrical terms at least, as a Tesla or i3. But can the i3 go from 0-60 in ~3.8 seconds and can the 911 do 30mpg when being driven hard? As for exclusivity, I bought mine to enjoy..... |
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