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themadhatter · Sat, Jan-12-2008, 12:53:47 AM

The Courage tipped today at the port in Jersey City causing major damage to over 300 BMWs not including 70+ BMWs that were total losses.

a majority of the destroyed vehicles were M3s (mostly in dark blue) with a variety of 3ers and 1ers smashed up as well. A small number of the cars destroyed had German Tourist plates on them, those European delivery customers will NOT be getting their cars back.

If you were expecting your M3 or e90/92 in the next month, you're going to be in for a sad surprise.

those cars that were a total loss will be crushed, I asked a BMW rep, he stated that they will not be auctioned as there is a liability for letting those cars on the road. The shipping company's insurance is footing the bill, I do not know how they will handle those cars that are already owned by the European Delivery customers.

Those cars with light damage will be repaired at the Elizabeth Receiving facility and sold through BMW's dealer network as new cars.

vg13z · Sat, Jan-12-2008, 01:02:21 AM

How can they sell those cars with minor damage as new, even if they are "fixed"? That is totally f'ed up.

Foggyglasses · Sat, Jan-12-2008, 01:41:24 AM

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think if the repair bill for cars damaged during shipping exceeds something like $500, they must disclose it to the buyer.

rwfisher · Sat, Jan-12-2008, 02:30:51 AM

might want to let the folks over at E90post.com know!!!!

2fast2real · Sat, Jan-12-2008, 02:46:18 AM

looool, so don't buy a Bmw in the next couple of months, especially M3 and 1 series
........................
no more M3 soon

good my car would not depreciate that fast

KalizeM3 · Sat, Jan-12-2008, 02:48:36 AM

wow
sad for the owners of those cars that were expecting a new baby

themadhatter · Sat, Jan-12-2008, 03:13:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rwfisher

might want to let the folks over at E90post.com know!!!!

just made the thread, thanks for the tip.

I really want everyone to know about this as it's going to be a major issue for those looking to get an M3 or any new BMW 3er or 1er and aren't aware of the major repairs that could be hiding under new panels.

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...61#post1951161

dcaero · Sat, Jan-12-2008, 03:48:21 AM

I agree this is completely lame trying to sell those light damage cars as new. I can see it now all the new 1-series owners will be complaining that the build quality is crap because there are rattles coming from everywhere...

Clasik LSB · Sat, Jan-12-2008, 04:06:56 AM

SUcks to be the owners of those new M3s. I feel sorry for those people that did the Euro delivery.

DirtySpoon · Sat, Jan-12-2008, 04:35:02 AM

My car Aww..

Sat, Jan-12-2008, 12:53:47 AM	#1
themadhatter diff killer Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 129 iTrader: (0) Reputation: 0 Location: New Jersey	BMW NA loses 370+ cars at NEAT! The Courage tipped today at the port in Jersey City causing major damage to over 300 BMWs not including 70+ BMWs that were total losses. a majority of the destroyed vehicles were M3s (mostly in dark blue) with a variety of 3ers and 1ers smashed up as well. A small number of the cars destroyed had German Tourist plates on them, those European delivery customers will NOT be getting their cars back. If you were expecting your M3 or e90/92 in the next month, you're going to be in for a sad surprise. those cars that were a total loss will be crushed, I asked a BMW rep, he stated that they will not be auctioned as there is a liability for letting those cars on the road. The shipping company's insurance is footing the bill, I do not know how they will handle those cars that are already owned by the European Delivery customers. Those cars with light damage will be repaired at the Elizabeth Receiving facility and sold through BMW's dealer network as new cars. __________________ '98 E36 332is TTs2.5

Sat, Jan-12-2008, 01:02:21 AM	#2
vg13z Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 866 iTrader: (2) Reputation: 0 Location: CT	How can they sell those cars with minor damage as new, even if they are "fixed"? That is totally f'ed up. __________________

Sat, Jan-12-2008, 01:41:24 AM	#3
Foggyglasses Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 273 iTrader: (10) Reputation: 0 Location: Los Angeles, CA	Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think if the repair bill for cars damaged during shipping exceeds something like $500, they must disclose it to the buyer. __________________ 2008 Toyota X-Runner 2004 BMW M3, IR, 6MT, BBS RGR, Michelin PS2, SS Race, GC Coilovers, AS SSK, ZCP Brakes, TFX Projectors, RE Trans Mounts, CDV Delete, Euro Bumper, Euro Mirrors, Black Grills, Depo Corners, ZHP Knob, HO Tint 2002 Yamaha R1 (Sold)

Sat, Jan-12-2008, 02:46:18 AM	#5
2fast2real Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 940 iTrader: (0) Reputation: 0 Location: Chicago	looool, so don't buy a Bmw in the next couple of months, especially M3 and 1 series ........................ no more M3 soon good my car would not depreciate that fast __________________ 2003 Silver Miata - current ride Mods: 2002 M3 Imola Red SMG - gone

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Sat, Jan-12-2008, 02:30:51 AM	#4
rwfisher Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 440 iTrader: (0) Reputation: 0	might want to let the folks over at E90post.com know!!!!

Sat, Jan-12-2008, 03:48:21 AM	#8
dcaero www.AZEuropeans.com Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 458 iTrader: (1) Reputation: 0	I agree this is completely lame trying to sell those light damage cars as new. I can see it now all the new 1-series owners will be complaining that the build quality is crap because there are rattles coming from everywhere... __________________ 2006 BMW M3 \| SMG \| Jet Black \| Black Nappa Leather \| Sunroof Delete \| Manual Seats 19" VM CSLs \| Custom Dry Carbon Fiber and Alcantara Interior \| Eurotray (with Aux Port) \| F1 Style SMG Paddles Alcantara Leatherz Boots w/ Tri-color Stitching \| Chrome E-Brake Handle \| Smoked Corners \| Painted Reflectors

Sat, Jan-12-2008, 04:06:56 AM	#9
Clasik LSB 04 LSB/LSB M3 Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 2,802 iTrader: (9) Reputation: 0 Location: WOODSIDE, NYC	SUcks to be the owners of those new M3s. I feel sorry for those people that did the Euro delivery. __________________

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