What happens at the VPC?

tgb1974 · 01-13-2010, 02:09 PM

know the name of the facility itself somewhat implies the answer, but what typically happens to a new BMW once it reaches the VPC? How long does it usually remain there before it is shipped to the dealer? Thank you in advance for any information.

200Duece · 01-13-2010, 02:12 PM

they do smokey burnouts for 3-4 miles and then process your car to be put onto a truck to be shipped to your dealer.

if the car needs any software updates or accessories installed they are often taken care of at the VPC adn then shipped.

memex01 · 01-13-2010, 02:15 PM

If your vehicle was damaged during transit, they will also repair it there.

SteveMD · 01-13-2010, 02:50 PM

Anywhere form less than one day to three or four.

Here: http://www.bmwblog.com/2006/12/22/di...m-the-factory/

elfhearse · 01-13-2010, 03:25 PM

If it's a Military Sales vehicle (like mine was), allow 3-4 weeks to clear Customs and USDA.

hhkim · 01-13-2010, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by elfhearse

If it's a Military Sales vehicle (like mine was), allow 3-4 weeks to clear Customs and USDA.

Is there another USDA cause it cant be the dep of agriculture

elfhearse · 01-13-2010, 05:20 PM

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Is there another USDA cause it cant be the dep of agriculture

Direct quote from NA regarding my car processing at VDC>

"All vehicles must be cleared by U.S. Customs and the Department of Agriculture before they are taken to the Vehicle Distribution Center for final processing"

(might be checking for apple strudel crumbs under the rear seats)

Orient330iNYC · 01-13-2010, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by elfhearse

If it's a Military Sales vehicle (like mine was), allow 3-4 weeks to clear Customs and USDA.

also euro delivery cars; basically any car that is NOT fresh from the factory. cars from the factory clear customs and USDA while the ship is coming into the port.

Weaselboy · 01-14-2010, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by hhkim

Is there another USDA cause it cant be the dep of agriculture

Maybe he threw some steaks in the trunk before it left Europe?

neoduffer · 01-14-2010, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Weaselboy

Maybe he threw some steaks in the trunk before it left Europe?

got to watch out for the mad cow man.

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