It is not the same because we buy our cars from a different BMW sales organization, BMW of Canada instead of the incorrectly named BMW North America.

That said, it is the same in Canada, if we purchase the full maintenance upgrade at the time of vehicle purchase. We have the option of buying the vehicle for relatively less money, with only scheduled maintenance included. There are other differences, we can often get different option packages and colours. We actually get more choices, just not lower prices.

The US is the beneficiary of very low prices for new vehicles compared to the rest of the world.

And we don't have to pay $2000 for a full brake job here, that is a ridiculous price. I am not saying some dealers won't try to charge it, but it is possible to use another dealer, or buy OE parts from the dealer and have an independent mechanic install them, both for far less. The dealer quoting $2000 is simply counting on their customers not checking with anyone else for a second quote. Shows you what they think of their customers.

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2007 X3 3.0si, 6 MT, Premium, White

Retired:
2008 535i, 6 MT, M Sport, Premium, Space Grey
2003 X5 3.0 Steptronic, Premium, Titanium Silver
2002 325xi 5 MT, Steel Grey
2004 Z4 3.0 Premium, Sport, SMG, Maldives Blue