European Delivery
European Delivery
It's only fair to give your new BMW a taste of freedom before shipping it off to the land of speed limits.
Take delivery of your new BMW in Munich, Germany and christen it on some of the world's legendary roads - the very roads that defined its soul. Taking delivery of your new BMW in Europe will definitely make you smile. So will the savings. You may save up to 7 percent of the retail price - up to $8,580. Those savings may pay for your trip. You'll also save by eliminating airplane, train, taxi, and bus fares while in Europe.
Step 1
Reserve your new BMW at least three months prior to your planned travel date. Your BMW will be made to order, so it is essential that the factory schedule its production as soon as possible.
Step 2
Plan your trip.
Add one of our optional Driving Adventures
Take advantage of two-for-one cost savings from Lufthansa airlines
Step 3
Upon arriving in Germany, take a taxi to the BMW Delivery Center, which is approximately 45 minutes from the Munich Airport. Your vehicle will be ready for pickup on the delivery date you specified on your purchase order.
Step 4
Drive to the European drop-off site of your choosing and enjoy every twist and turn along the way. For your convenience, you can drop off your car on weekdays to any one of 20 locations in the following countries. Then take a taxi to the nearest airport, fly home, and reunite with your new BMW stateside.
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Austria
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Netherlands
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France
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Spain
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Germany
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Switzerland
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Italy
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England
License
A valid U.S. driver's license is sufficient to drive a car in Europe. Drivers must be at least 18 years old. If you plan to travel in Austria, you must have a valid International Driver's License, which can be purchased through the American Automobile Association (AAA) closest to you.
Navigation
If you have Navigation on your new BMW, when you return to the United States, your BMW will arrive with a DVD map for your area. But while in Europe, you will need a Europe version of the map, which can be purchased before you leave by calling 1-888-628-6277. The Navteq team will provide you with the appropriate map version for your BMW model so please provide that information to them when you call. The cost per DVD is $165, plus shipping and tax and it will be delivered directly to your specified U.S. address.
The Welt Center
Picking up your new BMW in Munich is the start of your love affair and a very exciting experience. The BMW Welt delivery center is conveniently located across from BMW's corporate headquarters in the heart of Munich.
The address is:
Am Olympiapark 1
80788 Munich
The Delivery Center is open Monday through Saturday between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
Visit bmw-welt.com The trip from the Franz-Josef-Strauss-Airport in Munich, by rental car or taxi, takes approximately 30 - 45 minutes. There is also a convenient connection via urban railway and underground. Take the S1 or S8 urban railway lines to Munich and exit at 'Marienplatz'. Change at 'Marienplatz' and take the U3 underground line to 'Olympiapark', exiting at 'Olympiapark' underground station. When you exit here, it is just a few meters on foot to the north entrance of the BMW Welt. Delivery Although we strive to make each delivery experience thorough and informational, there can be a waiting period on very busy days (Mondays, Fridays, and days preceding or following a German holiday). The second floor of the Delivery Center houses a café where you are welcome to enjoy a snack, breakfast, or lunch, compliments of BMW.
BMW Welt Delivery Center Closings
Jan. 1, 2008
Mar. 21, 2008
Mar. 24, 2008
May 1, 2008
May 12, 2008
May 22, 2008
Aug. 15, 2008
Oct. 3, 2008
Nov. 1, 2008
Dec. 24, 2008
Dec. 25, 2008
Dec. 26, 2008
Dec. 31, 2008
Identification
Upon arrival at the Delivery Center, you must present a passport and valid driver's license for identification.
Road-Use Tax
Your European Delivery package includes road tax for three months. Customers requesting a registration period exceeding three months must pay the additional tax in Euros at the time of delivery.
Registration and Insurance
BMW European Delivery provides 14 days of premium insurance and tourist registration with no additional cost to you. However, should you decide to extend this, additional coverage is available for purchase in 30-day increments only. This coverage must extend to your drop-off date and can be arranged through your local BMW Center and must be done in advance to your pick up date. The European Delivery department must be notified a minimum of 2 weeks prior to pick up in Munich in the event of an insurance change. The change of insurance cannot be done upon arrival in Munich.
Country Restrictions
Please be advised that your new BMW can only be driven in European Union countries, which include the following:
Belgium
Luxembourg
Netherlands
France
Italy
Denmark
Ireland
Great Britain
Greece
Spain
Portugal
Austria
Finland
Sweden
Malta
Poland
Slovakia
Slovenia
Czech Republic
Hungary
Cyprus
Latvia
Estonia
Lithuania
Bulgaria
Romania
and additionally Switzerland.
All other countries are restricted because of the temporary tourist plates that are not recognized in non-EU countries. Also consider when planning your travels that you may not drive through any country that is not part of the EU.
European Countries Subject to Road TollsCertain highways and expressways in Austria, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic are subject to a toll and require a toll sticker to be purchased and attached on the front windshield of your car. These toll stickers must be purchased prior to entry into any of these three countries and can be purchased at gas stations, post offices and border crossings. Austria
Visit Austria.info
Plan your trip to Austria
- Plan your trip to Austria
- Getting around in Austria
Note: Austria requires an International Drivers License. Austria also requires a security vest for each driver, which can be purchased where vignettes are sold.
SwitzerlandVisit myswizterland.com
- Travel tips
- Transport in Switzerland
- Travel by car
Czech Republic
Visit czechtourism.com
- Practical tips for planning your trip
- Getting around the Czech Republic
It is the responsibility of the customer to purchase these vignettes and they are not available for purchase at the delivery center. Failure to comply with each countries specification could result in a government fine.