I'd imagine the cost of the flight to Munich as well as shipping costs might make the savings meaningless.
The $925 destination fee is already included in the sale price. No need to pay for shipping. You pay for the vehicle + taxes when you register it. Just thought that it'll be a great experience to pick up a BMW directly from their factory, save money in the process and make it aware to everyone here who might be purchasing a BMW in the future. Spoke with Ben at BMW North and they do ED, but they don't discount them. They basically sell it for U.S. invoice, not what the dealers actually pay (dealer invoice). Through some research, there are dealers in CA and ATL that are willing to sell at dealer invoice for ED. I think this is a great way to save if you're purchasing a brand new model and dealerships aren't giving discounts because it's hot. Off topic, finished helping a friend get $3k off an X5 today when other dealerships wouldn't budge off msrp.
Volve does something like this as well - except they pay for a trip for 2 to Sweden too: http://www.volvocars.com/us/sales-services/sales/volvo_overseas_delivery/Pages/default.aspx I'm not sure how exactly it benefits them but I imagine it has to do with tariffs and fees that can be avoided for you but has to paid in wholesale?
MB, Porsche, and others have a similar program. I found some site that breaks down what each program does as far as provided airfare, accommodations, savings, etc. I almost did this through Mercedes for my recent purchase, but they had a car here and worked with me on pricing so I bought it here. My understanding is, you can get the same savings on EDP as if you bought it here in the states. It's a great experience from all the reading I did up on it. If possible, I plan to do it for my next car purchase. If you are able, I say do it. Best part is you get to make the car exactly how you want it.
