X4 35i Purchase - How to get the best price?

My wife has decided she wants a new X4 xDrive35i and will likely pay cash or finance, not lease.

What is the expected discount off MSRP for a fully loaded X4? I’ve read 7% to 8% is common.

Any advantage when negotiating on in-stock vs custom builds?

Any pattern of late year BMW discounts I should wait for?

I haven’t seen the car yet myself but my vote doesn’t really count. I suggested she just get an X3 but she likes the more unique and sportier look of the X4. She drives a 2003 330i now and I drive a 2009 335i coupe with only 43k on it so the chances are I will like this BMW as well.

The options seem to overlap a bit. Any suggestions on some she may not miss?

Thanks.

George – Seattle

My X4 xDrive35i Details
3.0 liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder
xDrive, intelligent all-wheel drive
See all standard features
BASE MSRP
$49,700
Black Sapphire Metallic$550
Black Nevada Leather w/gray contrast stitching$0
Burl Walnut Wood Trim with Pearl Gloss Chrome highlight$0
Cold Weather Package$950
Driver Assistance Package$700
Driver Assistance Plus$1,700
• ACC Stop & Go + Active Driving Assistant$1,200
Premium Package$2,200
Technology Package$2,750
19" light alloy Star Spoke wheels - style 606 with all-season run-flat tires$0
Dynamic Damper Control$1,000
Smartphone Integration$200
BMW Rubber Floor Mats$92
Destination & Handling:$995
Total MSRP as Built $62,037

X4 35i Purchase - How to get the best price?