[martin mustang]

I am questioning this testing process, for example our dealer confirmed that our car will be shipped to Ireland from the UK by the 18th today, and tests will be done by this date, so I checked the recall site and as expected today it changed to “No recall” for our car. I guess all updates to systems are done in batches, and from your comments, same is applied for certificates and all. Doesn’t look like a robust execution, mind you expected when you see the way they handled the mess form day one.

Originally Posted by AlexG05be

By the way - to all of you getting a car tested. The first paper received to confirm tests were OK is a generic one. No mention of a chassis number to certify your car is clear. My dealer asked for individual documents that are linked to the cars to avoid any discussion in the future.

[xvm_45e]

Originally Posted by AlexG05be

In the meantime I love the car more and more... I never imagined I would do over 50% in electric. I even noticed I start playing a game against myself to try to use electric more and adapt my driving style accordingly.

Same here, it's almost a game "me against the car" to see how much I can get out of a single charge. I even almost feel guilty when I put in in Sport mode for a few minutes... well, almost

The great thing about this car it that it is actually 2 cars in 1. Electric mode is extremely relaxing, and then you put in Sport mode and the beast awakens. Jekyll and Hyde in a car, great fun!

[Skyrouge]

Originally Posted by menace33

Tonight is the first night of charging. I am not that calmed...

Some comfort before going to bed and plugging in: Just go out on a ride in Sport Mode, activate "save battery" mode and set it to 100%. Drive until the battery is fully charged (may take up to 1 hour). The loading through ICE takes place at around 18-20 Kw. It is a heavy load for the batteries. If still prone to short-circuit, it will most probably happen. If not, you can have a calm sleep.

[45e X5]

Originally Posted by martin mustang

I am questioning this testing process, for example our dealer confirmed that our car will be shipped to Ireland from the UK by the 18th today, and tests will be done by this date, so I checked the recall site and as expected today it changed to “No recall” for our car. I guess all updates to systems are done in batches, and from your comments, same is applied for certificates and all. Doesn’t look like a robust execution, mind you expected when you see the way they handled the mess form day one.

Originally Posted by martin mustang

I am questioning this testing process, for example our dealer confirmed that our car will be shipped to Ireland from the UK by the 18th today, and tests will be done by this date, so I checked the recall site and as expected today it changed to "No recall" for our car. I guess all updates to systems are done in batches, and from your comments, same is applied for certificates and all. Doesn't look like a robust execution, mind you expected when you see the way they handled the mess form day one.

I thought they ship Irish bound cars from either zeebrugge or Bremerhaven? They defiantly won't be shipping the from the UK if Brexit happens.

[stevieb27]

Originally Posted by martin mustang

I am questioning this testing process, for example our dealer confirmed that our car will be shipped to Ireland from the UK by the 18th today, and tests will be done by this date, so I checked the recall site and as expected today it changed to “No recall” for our car. I guess all updates to systems are done in batches, and from your comments, same is applied for certificates and all. Doesn’t look like a robust execution, mind you expected when you see the way they handled the mess form day one.

I get your point, I am also very suspicious!
In a process that has taken months... all cars seem to be magically through the process right exactly before year end! You think someone is chasing year end figures?
In summary;
Basically they kept my car for 3 months on a car park, then charged it 4 times and now everything is ok!
My feeling says it was all a big fuss over nothing.
Has anyone heard of a car failing the test?

[menace33]

Of course there is some concern, but do you honestly think that anyone would give back cars and wait for someone to die in a fire? Probably more than half of the cars are charged in underground garages, imagine the consequences...

[stevieb27]

Originally Posted by menace33

Of course there is some concern, but do you honestly think that anyone would give back cars and wait for someone to die in a fire? Probably more than half of the cars are charged in underground garages, imagine the consequences...

Absolutely not but that’s the point!
I believe the problem has been vastly over exaggerated and I do find it strange that we all have been waiting for months upon months with zero communication and then suddenly all cars are cleared just before the end of the year.

In saying that I prefer they over exaggerate on something as serious as this.
I absolutely don’t want anything to do with a car that can potentially go on fire!

[xvm_45e]

In Belgium so the interview is in Dutch/Flemish, but this gives a nice view of a new testing facility here in Brussels: https://www.bruzz.be/videoreeks/vrij...s-heizelpaleis

[AlexG05be]

Originally Posted by xvm_45e

In Belgium so the interview is in Dutch/Flemish, but this gives a nice view of a new testing facility here in Brussels: https://www.bruzz.be/videoreeks/vrij...s-heizelpaleis

Wow ... impressive. I didn’t realize they were testing so many cars in the same location. What’s positive is that they seem to have found no issue so far.

[jad03060]

When you think about it, even at the 16A maximum, with that many vehicles, that's a LOT of power being consumed! It took awhile for that to be setup. Between the power company, permits, and contractors, that all takes time.

[stevieb27]

Wow, that is pretty impressive to see!
Indeed would have taken some time to get that set up.

[martin mustang]

This will be the case from the new year, so far my dealer information is being spot on, they told me that all Irish bound cars currently in UK got the priority for testing to get them out before end of year due to Brexit, and I was told the 18th was the target date, on the 18th the recall code disappeared, and now our car showing as clear. When I complained to BMW back in November about the lack of information, they told me it was down to BMW UK to update them.
I guess deliveries going forward will be quicker with one less stop!

Originally Posted by 45e X5

I thought they ship Irish bound cars from either zeebrugge or Bremerhaven? They defiantly won't be shipping the from the UK if Brexit happens.

[menace33]

Originally Posted by xvm_45e

In Belgium so the interview is in Dutch/Flemish, but this gives a nice view of a new testing facility here in Brussels: https://www.bruzz.be/videoreeks/vrij...s-heizelpaleis

Do they say anything smart?

I am in love with my car! What a vehicle!!!

[AlexG05be]

Originally Posted by menace33

Do they say anything smart?

I am in love with my car! What a vehicle!!!

Everything you already know 😉

Agree with you, what a car! I have the same acceleration sensation as with the Porsche Taycan 4S. And the 100% electric mode is also fun ... but differently.

[jag sahota]

Collection is TOMORROW at 9AM bar a disaster!

Spec is AS follows:

475 Black Sapphire
MAH9 Black/Brown Vernasca Leather
Z0C Visibility Pack
5AC High-beam Assistant
5AZ BMW Laserlights
Z0J Technology Pack
5DN Parking Assistant Plus
610 Head-up Display
688 Loudspeaker system - harman/kardon
6DR BMW Drive Recorder
6U8 BMW Gesture Control
ZMS M Sport Pro Pack
1PA 22" M Lt/Aly wheels Double-spoke 742 M Bicolour / MT
420 Sun protection glass
4GQ M seat belts
5AL Dynamic Safety
7M9 BMW Individual high-gloss Shadow Line with extended contents
2NH M Sport braking system
2TB Sport automatic transmission
3MC Roof rails, High-gloss Shadowline
407 Sky Lounge panoramic glass sunroof
4A2 Glass application 'CraftedClarity' for interior elements
4AW Instrument panel in Sensatec
4ML Piano Black - BMW Ind
710 M Steering Wheel
715 M aerodynamic bodystyling
760 Exterior trim, High-gloss Shadowline

[lexieke]

Waiting for an update from stevieb27

[UKBMW45E]

Got mine last week - IT IS AMAZING.

100% love it.

[benoitvdb]

Originally Posted by UKBMW45E

Got mine last week - IT IS AMAZING.

100% love it.

Jealous!! Mine still not back from Brussels.
Hopefully between x-mas and new year...
How about compensations? Are there others who received any compensations?

[stevieb27]

Yesssssssssssssssssssssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Im in love ;-)

[lexieke]

Originally Posted by stevieb27

Yesssssssssssssssssssssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Im in love ;-)

Congrats!

[benoitvdb]

Originally Posted by stevieb27

Yesssssssssssssssssssssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Im in love ;-)

Wow!!!

[AlexG05be]

Originally Posted by stevieb27

Yesssssssssssssssssssssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Im in love ;-)

Yes! congrats ! it looks great. Enjoy your ride. 😉
Next one in the list lexieke it’s this evening no?