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MiniFr34k · Mar 3rd, 2005, 12:13 AM

G'day folks

Spotted another potential mini, but located interstate ( ie in QLD and im in NSW ). It is a BMW dealership and they're happy to transport the car IF i buy it.

The dealer ( seemed pretty friendly ) - was happy to answer any questions i have about the car, and will be forwarding to me via email close up ( high res ) pics of the car.

Also mentioned that, given they are BMW dealer, they can extend the factory warranty ( called "Mini-Next) for another 12 months ( which, from my understanding means that should i have any probs with the car, i can take it to a mini dealer around NSW to get fixed given that its under warranty).

So i guess the reason for this post is:

1) Has anyone actually bought a car interstate here in Aus? If so, what are u experiences/advice?
2) Might sound dumb but - should i trust buying a mini from a BMW dealer interstate?

(Nb to Admin - sorry wasnt too sure if this should go here or in 'aussie banter' thread - pls move if necessary; ta)

Thanks folks.

-MF

Todd! · Mar 3rd, 2005, 12:17 AM

I know XMINIX got his car from interstate with no dramas as far as I know...

I brought mine around the corner from my house and work. That is always easy

Todd

MiniFr34k · Mar 3rd, 2005, 12:43 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Red&blackS

I brought mine around the corner from my house and work. That is always easy

<---- Lol lucky you!!

The Artist · Mar 3rd, 2005, 01:10 AM

If it is a great deal and you are strongly considering buying it, then maybe get one of the guys off here, that lives in the city that it is in, to go around to the dealership and have a close look for you....just a suggestion.

Sunnybanker · Mar 3rd, 2005, 01:12 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by The Artist

If it is a great deal and you are strongly considering buying it, then maybe get one of the guys off here, that lives in the city that it is in, to go around to the dealership and have a close look for you....just a suggestion.

Good suggestion. I can be at Motorline in 15 mins with my digital camera if anyone wants any help, have access to works fax and stuff.
No worries

OZChris · Mar 3rd, 2005, 01:32 AM

As Todd said, I bought my MINI from Motorline in Brisbane.

At the time, they delivered my MINI to Melbourne via another dealer. They send me photos of the car when it arrived, and emailed me every step of the way. It was an very easy transaction. Very pleasent buying experience.

On your other questions:
- I bought Triple Three (extended warranty and service) from them - no probs in Melbourne
- I took the risk and trusted the dealer, at the time it was Cassandra at Motorline (not sure if she is still there)

Just one last thing, I believe dealers are being pressured to stay in their areas.

Good Luck
Chris

minigolf · Mar 3rd, 2005, 01:37 AM

Yep, bought my 2001 Golf GTI from a Sydney dealer and sold back to a Syndey driver. It's a doddle once you have all the info at hand, just ask the RTA what the go is. Also see if the dealer is willing to do you any favours on the sale price invoice, ie, to save a bit of stamp duty when you transfer the rego.

There is a cut off so that, for instance you couldn't sell you $30K car to a mate and say he only paid $10K.

Todd! · Mar 3rd, 2005, 02:18 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by XMINIX

Just one last thing, I believe dealers are being pressured to stay in their areas.

Interesting you say this as a few years ago - a Geelong dealer lost the BMW dealership for selling cars into Brisbane apparantly... not sure how true that was...

MiniFr34k · Mar 3rd, 2005, 04:40 AM

WOW

I seriously cant get over the amount of support a person gets from this site :``) ( only at M2 ofcourse

)

Thanks for all the feed back & advice

XMINX - sounds like u had a good experience @ motorline - appears they are trust worthy given ur experience with them, my telephone discussion with the guy, and the fact they are BMW.

Sunnybaker - i might PM u about popping in and taking some pics of the car ( if its not too much trouble ofcourse ). Ill liaise with motorline first and clear a few things b4 i take up any of your time.

Thanks again everyone!

-MF

KGB · Mar 3rd, 2005, 04:55 AM

On Saturdays you can be lucky and get very very cheap airfares...
either standby or online. Might cost you very little to ge see the car yourself...
Once a fellow Mini2'er has ok'd it for you...
Prolly crunch a better deal while you're there and at least get your flight money back and leave with a certain level of peace of mind.

Sunnybanker · Mar 3rd, 2005, 05:18 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by MiniFr34k

Sunnybaker - i might PM u about popping in and taking some pics of the car ( if its not too much trouble ofcourse ). Ill liaise with motorline first and clear a few things b4 i take up any of your time.

No worries. Just make sure I get the pics of the right car

They have a great collection down there at present. As you walk in the showroom they now have a CR MCSC which looks stunning.
Not as nice as DS though

n00b · Mar 3rd, 2005, 06:46 AM

What usually happens...

* Get yourself a blue slip - RTA has becoming quite anal with numbers on your car and stuff, that's $50 for you.
* Greenslip (if you're over 25, get your full comprehensive cover, even just a cover note, to save a bit on greenslip)
* Armed yourself with a bit of cash (3% for every $10k is the stamp duty amount), forementioned papers and of course, the papers Motorline gives you.

But hey, if it's what Chris/XMINIX was saying (delivered by a dealer down here) then it might be all cosy and warm that you don't need to do anything and they might even give you a bottle to pop

Good luck with it!

kenhenry · Mar 3rd, 2005, 08:28 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Sunnybanker

have access to works fax
No worries

A "Works" fax. Now that's one option I haven't got.

Probably 22 pages per minute, but I bet toner cartridges are worth a mint.

Sunnybanker · Mar 3rd, 2005, 10:10 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by kenhenry

A "Works" fax. Now that's one option I haven't got.

Probably 22 pages per minute, but I bet toner cartridges are worth a mint.

Leaves my photo copier ghia for dead from the lights

MAD Always · Mar 3rd, 2005, 10:28 PM

Quote:

On your other questions:
- I bought Triple Three (extended warranty and service) from them - no probs in Melbourne

Can anyone explain what triple three is and how much it is?

OZChris · Mar 3rd, 2005, 10:57 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by MAD Always

Can anyone explain what triple three is and how much it is?

MAD Always

I have responded to your other post.

http://www.mini2.com/forum/showpost....95&postcount=2

Chris

Mar 3rd, 2005, 12:13 AM	#1
MiniFr34k fr34king n00b! My Classifieds Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Sydney Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 2,173 Offline	Interstate purchase? G'day folks Spotted another potential mini, but located interstate ( ie in QLD and im in NSW ). It is a BMW dealership and they're happy to transport the car IF i buy it. The dealer ( seemed pretty friendly ) - was happy to answer any questions i have about the car, and will be forwarding to me via email close up ( high res ) pics of the car. Also mentioned that, given they are BMW dealer, they can extend the factory warranty ( called "Mini-Next) for another 12 months ( which, from my understanding means that should i have any probs with the car, i can take it to a mini dealer around NSW to get fixed given that its under warranty). So i guess the reason for this post is: 1) Has anyone actually bought a car interstate here in Aus? If so, what are u experiences/advice? 2) Might sound dumb but - should i trust buying a mini from a BMW dealer interstate? (Nb to Admin - sorry wasnt too sure if this should go here or in 'aussie banter' thread - pls move if necessary; ta) Thanks folks. -MF

Mar 3rd, 2005, 12:17 AM	#2 (permalink)
Todd! Boy who made the wolf cry Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Geelong, Vic, Aus Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 10,450 Offline	I know XMINIX got his car from interstate with no dramas as far as I know... I brought mine around the corner from my house and work. That is always easy Todd PROJECT POLARIS - Die Wiedergeburt eines kultautos

Mar 3rd, 2005, 01:37 AM	#7 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:41 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	Yep, bought my 2001 Golf GTI from a Sydney dealer and sold back to a Syndey driver. It's a doddle once you have all the info at hand, just ask the RTA what the go is. Also see if the dealer is willing to do you any favours on the sale price invoice, ie, to save a bit of stamp duty when you transfer the rego. There is a cut off so that, for instance you couldn't sell you $30K car to a mate and say he only paid $10K. Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Mar 3rd, 2005, 02:18 AM	#8 (permalink)
Todd! Boy who made the wolf cry Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Geelong, Vic, Aus Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 10,450 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by XMINIX Just one last thing, I believe dealers are being pressured to stay in their areas. Interesting you say this as a few years ago - a Geelong dealer lost the BMW dealership for selling cars into Brisbane apparantly... not sure how true that was... PROJECT POLARIS - Die Wiedergeburt eines kultautos

Mar 3rd, 2005, 08:28 AM	#13 (permalink)
kenhenry MINI2 Master Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Brisbane - Australia Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 839 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Sunnybanker have access to works fax No worries A "Works" fax. Now that's one option I haven't got. Probably 22 pages per minute, but I bet toner cartridges are worth a mint. www.clubmini.com.au

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Mar 3rd, 2005, 12:43 AM	#3 (permalink)
MiniFr34k fr34king n00b! My Classifieds Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Sydney Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 2,173 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Red&blackS I brought mine around the corner from my house and work. That is always easy <---- Lol lucky you!!

Mar 3rd, 2005, 01:10 AM	#4 (permalink)
The Artist MINI2 Regular Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Brisbane Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 317 Offline	If it is a great deal and you are strongly considering buying it, then maybe get one of the guys off here, that lives in the city that it is in, to go around to the dealership and have a close look for you....just a suggestion.

Mar 3rd, 2005, 01:12 AM	#5 (permalink)
Sunnybanker MINI2 Master Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Snobby Northsider Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 890 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by The Artist If it is a great deal and you are strongly considering buying it, then maybe get one of the guys off here, that lives in the city that it is in, to go around to the dealership and have a close look for you....just a suggestion. Good suggestion. I can be at Motorline in 15 mins with my digital camera if anyone wants any help, have access to works fax and stuff. No worries

Mar 3rd, 2005, 01:32 AM	#6 (permalink)
OZChris MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Melbourne, Australia Local Time: 07:41 AM Posts: 2,507 Offline	As Todd said, I bought my MINI from Motorline in Brisbane. At the time, they delivered my MINI to Melbourne via another dealer. They send me photos of the car when it arrived, and emailed me every step of the way. It was an very easy transaction. Very pleasent buying experience. On your other questions: - I bought Triple Three (extended warranty and service) from them - no probs in Melbourne - I took the risk and trusted the dealer, at the time it was Cassandra at Motorline (not sure if she is still there) Just one last thing, I believe dealers are being pressured to stay in their areas. Good Luck Chris

Mar 3rd, 2005, 04:40 AM	#9 (permalink)
MiniFr34k fr34king n00b! My Classifieds Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Sydney Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 2,173 Offline	WOW I seriously cant get over the amount of support a person gets from this site :``) ( only at M2 ofcourse ) Thanks for all the feed back & advice XMINX - sounds like u had a good experience @ motorline - appears they are trust worthy given ur experience with them, my telephone discussion with the guy, and the fact they are BMW. Sunnybaker - i might PM u about popping in and taking some pics of the car ( if its not too much trouble ofcourse ). Ill liaise with motorline first and clear a few things b4 i take up any of your time. Thanks again everyone! -MF

Mar 3rd, 2005, 04:55 AM	#10 (permalink)
KGB MINI2 Senior Join Date: May 2003 Location: Melbourne Inner Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 801 Offline	On Saturdays you can be lucky and get very very cheap airfares... either standby or online. Might cost you very little to ge see the car yourself... Once a fellow Mini2'er has ok'd it for you... Prolly crunch a better deal while you're there and at least get your flight money back and leave with a certain level of peace of mind.

Mar 3rd, 2005, 05:18 AM	#11 (permalink)
Sunnybanker MINI2 Master Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Snobby Northsider Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 890 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by MiniFr34k Sunnybaker - i might PM u about popping in and taking some pics of the car ( if its not too much trouble ofcourse ). Ill liaise with motorline first and clear a few things b4 i take up any of your time. No worries. Just make sure I get the pics of the right car They have a great collection down there at present. As you walk in the showroom they now have a CR MCSC which looks stunning. Not as nice as DS though

Mar 3rd, 2005, 06:46 AM	#12 (permalink)
n00b Twincharge??? My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2004 Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 2,283 Offline	What usually happens... * Get yourself a blue slip - RTA has becoming quite anal with numbers on your car and stuff, that's $50 for you. * Greenslip (if you're over 25, get your full comprehensive cover, even just a cover note, to save a bit on greenslip) * Armed yourself with a bit of cash (3% for every $10k is the stamp duty amount), forementioned papers and of course, the papers Motorline gives you. But hey, if it's what Chris/XMINIX was saying (delivered by a dealer down here) then it might be all cosy and warm that you don't need to do anything and they might even give you a bottle to pop Good luck with it!

Mar 3rd, 2005, 10:10 PM	#14 (permalink)
Sunnybanker MINI2 Master Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Snobby Northsider Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 890 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by kenhenry A "Works" fax. Now that's one option I haven't got. Probably 22 pages per minute, but I bet toner cartridges are worth a mint. Leaves my photo copier ghia for dead from the lights

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Mar 3rd, 2005, 10:28 PM	#15 (permalink)
MAD Always Mini Tragic Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Menai, Sydney Local Time: 06:41 AM Posts: 491 Offline	Quote: On your other questions: - I bought Triple Three (extended warranty and service) from them - no probs in Melbourne Can anyone explain what triple three is and how much it is?

Mar 3rd, 2005, 10:57 PM	#16 (permalink)
OZChris MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Melbourne, Australia Local Time: 07:41 AM Posts: 2,507 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by MAD Always Can anyone explain what triple three is and how much it is? MAD Always I have responded to your other post. http://www.mini2.com/forum/showpost....95&postcount=2 Chris

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