[john1200c]

I will be trading in my 2014 535 when my X5 is completed and delivered. Wondering what folks usually do when they have an extra set of rims with snow tires? I am debating throwing them in the trunk when I drop off my trade, or keeping them and trying to sell them. I have no idea how much of a demand there is out there for these things and I don't want them taking up space in my garage... FWIW, there is no explicit expectation (I think) on the dealers part that I include these when I drop off my trade. I already checked and was told these would not fit my X5....

[Dwillbimmer]

You’re probably better off selling them yourselves. The dealer isn’t going to want to store and deal with 4 extra tires and likely won’t give you anything for them.

[john1200c]

Originally Posted by Dwillbimmer

You’re probably better off selling them yourselves. The dealer isn’t going to want to store and deal with 4 extra tires and likely won’t give you anything for them.

Yeah - they are not giving me anything for them. I have the winter tires on it now and wanted to avoid paying to have them swapped before I trade, but, I will probably do just that and try to sell the old rims and tires. Worst case, they go to the dump....

[gqgambler]

Check the 5 series classified forum and see what the going price is for the style. If its worth the money then sell them on your own through the forum, its a pain to ship rims/wheels and expensive but the dealer will give you nothing. Even a fire sale price is better than nothing that the dealer will give you and you can help out a forum member. Often the dealers will toss in the extra set on the resale of the car without an upcharge. I been lucky and through connections have bought 3 used cars with extra sets of rims.

[john1200c]

Originally Posted by gqgambler

Check the 5 series classified forum and see what the going price is for the style. If its worth the money then sell them on your own through the forum, its a pain to ship rims/wheels and expensive but the dealer will give you nothing. Even a fire sale price is better than nothing that the dealer will give you and you can help out a forum member. Often the dealers will toss in the extra set on the resale of the car without an upcharge. I been lucky and through connections have bought 3 used cars with extra sets of rims.

Good idea. Thanks!

[luckylingy]

If you think the dealer will sell your car locally (vs. wholesale it or sell it out-of-state), another approach is to have the dealer put you in touch with the buyer post-sale. I have a very good relationship with my dealer and have done that once or twice with my second/winter set of tires and rims.

[MOTOP]

Originally Posted by john1200c

I will be trading in my 2014 535 when my X5 is completed and delivered. Wondering what folks usually do when they have an extra set of rims with snow tires? I am debating throwing them in the trunk when I drop off my trade, or keeping them and trying to sell them. I have no idea how much of a demand there is out there for these things and I don't want them taking up space in my garage... FWIW, there is no explicit expectation (I think) on the dealers part that I include these when I drop off my trade. I already checked and was told these would not fit my X5....

Carmax it.
And separately sell the wheels.

[john1200c]

Originally Posted by fe03h20

Carmax it.
And separately sell the wheels.

I did a quote on carmax and some other site (i forget the name of it) both came in under what the dealer is giving me. I think they gave me a bit more on my trade perhaps to make up for the crappy discount off msrp but who knows.... I don't like haggling and wish I had done my homework before buying. I know I could have done better but I'm not going to lose any sleep over it. I just want the damn car already! I keep adding options due to the time to get this into production and reading everything on this forum. I went from a 40i, to a base M50i, then added DHP, DAPP, Parking assist and just today added the exec package. The only thing I could possibly add to it now is the b&W sound but I'm not doing that as I usually listen to talk radio in the car....

[gqgambler]

Originally Posted by john1200c

I did a quote on carmax and some other site (i forget the name of it) both came in under what the dealer is giving me. I think they gave me a bit more on my trade perhaps to make up for the crappy discount off msrp but who knows.... I don't like haggling and wish I had done my homework before buying. I know I could have done better but I'm not going to lose any sleep over it. I just want the damn car already! I keep adding options due to the time to get this into production and reading everything on this forum. I went from a 40i, to a base M50i, then added DHP, DAPP, Parking assist and just today added the exec package. The only thing I could possibly add to it now is the b&W sound but I'm not doing that as I usually listen to talk radio in the car....

You'll love the M50i!! Smart move. DHP is found on so few cars, but a nice feature to have, worth it in my opinion.
If you didn't upgrade your wheels add on the space saver spare for $150 I think its a no brainer.

[john1200c]

Originally Posted by gqgambler

You'll love the M50i!! Smart move. DHP is found on so few cars, but a nice feature to have, worth it in my opinion.
If you didn't upgrade your wheels add on the space saver spare for $150 I think its a no brainer.

Yes I got the 22 inch non run flats so it comes with a spare. I need to find a good winter tire set-up after I get it and before the flakes start falling later in the year....

[GREENPUS]

Originally Posted by john1200c

I did a quote on carmax and some other site (i forget the name of it) both came in under what the dealer is giving me. I think they gave me a bit more on my trade perhaps to make up for the crappy discount off msrp but who knows.... I don't like haggling and wish I had done my homework before buying. I know I could have done better but I'm not going to lose any sleep over it. I just want the damn car already! I keep adding options due to the time to get this into production and reading everything on this forum. I went from a 40i, to a base M50i, then added DHP, DAPP, Parking assist and just today added the exec package. The only thing I could possibly add to it now is the b&W sound but I'm not doing that as I usually listen to talk radio in the car....

That's me. I used to haggle and yell and scream at the dealership to get a deal. Now I don't haggle, too much of a pita. I always place special orders on any car i buy and just pay whatever Less stress and I am much happier lol

[jettie1767]

Sell them on your own. I’ve always done it that way for all the tire/wheel sets I’ve had on several BMWs. You’ll not get even half the price you paid but at least you get something back.

[john1200c]

Originally Posted by jettie1767

Sell them on your own. I’ve always done it that way for all the tire/wheel sets I’ve had on several BMWs. You’ll not get even half the price you paid but at least you get something back.

Thanks. That's my plan at this point. I may also see if they fit my daughter's Tiguan....