328i question

golftee · 08-31-2010, 01:49 AM

I am newbie and about to become a new owner of a 328i.

I'm negotiating with a dealer and he gave me the offer on a new 2011 BMW 328i, whose model states that its 1182 328i SA S. On searching this code, I'm finding that it is a SULEV model and its assembled in South Africa.

Am I getting jipped by paying the average price for 328i for this car? Should I push to get a Germany made car and ULEV (better engine)?

Advice is greatly appreciated - time sensitive.

FYI - I live in California.

VTECaddict · 08-31-2010, 02:37 AM

SULEV is a CARB state thing. You won't be able to get a ULEV in CA. SA or Germany really makes no difference.

ZuerstBMW · 08-31-2010, 02:38 AM

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Originally Posted by VTECaddict

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WWONG · 08-31-2010, 03:32 AM

If you're looking for a E90 sedan, you're stuck with Africa.

michaelthepsycho · 08-31-2010, 04:05 AM

Actually, if they haven't changed it yet, you can specify whether you get SULEV or ULEV. This was back in April. I'm pretty sure it hasn't changed.

Neutrino45 · 08-31-2010, 04:25 AM

How can I check if my car is SULEV or ULEV?

Neutrino45 · 08-31-2010, 04:42 AM

Ok, I've just checked under my hood and it says "California: ULEV II". What's the difference between ULEV and ULEV II?

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Neutrino45 Major 62 Rep 1,452 Posts Drives: XXX Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: milky way iTrader: (2)	Ok, I've just checked under my hood and it says "California: ULEV II". What's the difference between ULEV and ULEV II? __________________
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