This $4500 incentive is direct from BMW against the purchase price of the vehicle. Purchase only. Not for leasing. Not to be confused with the "Cash For Clunker" program from the government.
335d has 425lb/ft of torque from diesel. More than a Ferrari F430, Corvette, BMW M3 and M5! Plus 23 City / 36 Highway mpg to boot.
"Now through August 31, BMW will give you a $4,500 Eco Credit toward your purchase of a 335d or an X5 xDrive35d - the most fuel-efficient vehicles in their class.
But the savings go beyond this limited-time offer. You'll also receive a $900 tax credit on the 335d and $1,800 on the X5 xDrive35d. And like any BMW, both diesel vehicles come with 4 years/50,000 miles of zero-cost maintenance. Plus, its best-in-class efficiency will save you approximately $2,000 in fuel costs over four years."
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Message edited by: LongDongSilver on 2009-09-03 05:28:13 CDT
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The "Cash for Clunkers" official guidelines were released today and it stated the the BASE MSRP must be less than $45,000.
They defined "Base" as the price before any features, options, taxes or destination charges.
So, the BMW 335d starting at $43K seems to be eligible
From the document: Requirements and Procedures for Consumer Assistance to Recycle and Save (Page 34) The new vehicle must also have a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $45,000 or less to be eligible for purchase or lease under the program. The agency interprets this requirement to be the base MSRP - the price on the Monroney label affixed to the vehicle before any dealer accessories, optional equipment, taxes or destination charges are added to the price. This interpretation is consistent with the Automobile Information Disclosure Act, which identifies the retail price separately from the retail delivered price with optional equipment. See 15 U.S.C. 1232(f)(1). To implement this approach, we have added a definition of the term MSRP in section 599.102 and stated the limitation in section 599.300(c)(2). The CARS Act allows the new vehicle to be either purchased or leased. In the case of a lease, the Act requires the lease to be for a period of not less than 5 years. The agency implements this requirement in section 599.300(c)(1). Additionally, the agency has added a definition of "lease" in section 599.102, specifying its minimum duration and making clear that a lease that incorporates a balloon payment at any time prior to five years does not meet the statutory requirement.
The "Cash for Clunker" program is only valid for cars that have an MSRP of $45,000 or less. Only the 335d would qualify if purchased without any options.
Message edited by: HuntsBargains on 2009-07-22 22:43:49 CDT
I used to own a 3 series BMW. It was a nice car but hardly worth 2x the price of a Japanese model. If I had $50K to spare I think I'd find something other than a diesel 3 series to spend it on.
LongDongSilver said: Motor Trend got it wrong Maybe I'm being pedantic but the MT article says: "The figure 425 pound-feet at 1750 rpm doesn't seem that impressive on its own in this horsepower-war age," opines Ougarov. "But in the context that there's more low-end torque in this sedan than in a Corvette Z06..." The key word being "low end" here. The Corvette doesn't see 470 ft lbs until 4800rpm.
Do they still run the 0.9% financing? This along with the low financing would be awesome. I think the 335d runs only slightly slower than the 335i. I have the 335i and it runs like a champ.
MuthaFaker said:LongDongSilver said:TellyTubby said:If I had $50K to spare I think I'd find something other than a diesel 3 series to spend it on.
This car should be in the upper $30k with the incentive plus negotiation with dealer.
No one buys a bimmer without any options except for posers
I priced mine at $44k invoice with Sport Package, Paddle Shift and Cold Weather Package. It's no "stripper". So it comes in under $40k with the incentive and some negotiation. Definitely doable especially when BMW is hurting right now with the economy in the dumpster. They are very hungry for business. The key to a good deal is to find the car on the dealer's lot and go from there.
Message edited by: LongDongSilver on 2009-07-23 01:33:02 CDT
xxazndimsumxx said:Do they still run the 0.9% financing? This along with the low financing would be awesome. I think the 335d runs only slightly slower than the 335i. I have the 335i and it runs like a champ.
0-60 in 6 secs is no slouch, but it's an entirely different league than the sub-5 second figure of the 335i.
For comparison, 6 seconds is about the same time as a Camry V6, the sub-5 is the same as a Nissan 370Z.
HappyScrappyHeroPup said:xxazndimsumxx said:Do they still run the 0.9% financing? This along with the low financing would be awesome. I think the 335d runs only slightly slower than the 335i. I have the 335i and it runs like a champ.
0-60 in 6 secs is no slouch, but it's an entirely different league than the sub-5 second figure of the 335i.
For comparison, 6 seconds is about the same time as a Camry V6, the sub-5 is the same as a Nissan 370Z. Didn't know the 335d was that slow. I think the 335i can do an even 5 or high 4's in the 0-60. There's a drag times listing with most 335i's hittin 4.8s.
I don't understand why people would want diesel for this? The mileage is only slightly better, and at least in California diesel is WAY more expensive than premium- so what are you saving here? I seem to remember a time when diesel was as cheap or cheaper than normal unleaded, but I think the scarcity of light petroleum (most new finds are heavy, which costs more to make into diesel than gasoline) and taxes which target diesel make it not a very good option for a car anymore.
I've heard that diesel engines are usually more reliable due to their simpler nature- is that the key benefit then?
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