The question has been asked about how long it takes to build the M5. Here is the chronology of my car so far. I'll post the final results as they become available. I got the allocation July 25, 2005 for September production, week 37 build.
150-Production started 9/1/05 6:33:33 AM
(at this stage they just make sure all parts will be available and this is the only status where an actual time is stamped on my paperwork)
151-Entry body shop/serial number assigned 9/7/05-Wednesday
(although I had VIN at 150 status, this is really when production begins)
152- Entry paint shop 9/9/05-Friday
(hit paint on Friday and I believe Dingolfing is only a M-F plant)
153-Entry assembly 9/12/05-Monday
154-Assembly 9/12/05-Monday
To be continued...all the way through delivery to Florida, USA.
MJ
'03 black/black
'06 Silver Gray/Black
150-Production started 9/1/05 6:33:33 AM
(at this stage they just make sure all parts will be available and this is the only status where an actual time is stamped on my paperwork)
151-Entry body shop/serial number assigned 9/7/05-Wednesday
(although I had VIN at 150 status, this is really when production begins)
152- Entry paint shop 9/9/05-Friday
(hit paint on Friday and I believe Dingolfing is only a M-F plant)
153-Entry assembly 9/12/05-Monday
154-Assembly 9/12/05-Monday
To be continued...all the way through delivery to Florida, USA.
MJ
'03 black/black
'06 Silver Gray/Black