Hints and tips for reducing the cost As you would buy a vehicle from the continent you should consider the options available to continental buyers. For example: The BMW SE package is a discounted package for the UK market. It is not discounted abroad. On the other hand Holland have a discounted 'Executive' package and in Germany you can order a 'Sport' package on nearly all vehicles. You can order a BMW 318 Sport. It may also be an idea to order a non SE model and just pick the extras that you actually want. Optional equipment prices vary considerably across countries. By choosing particularly attractive items of equipment e.g. upholstery, wheels, sunroof or sound systems, you can considerably increase your saving. (See Compare Prices). Contact us for an optional equipment price list. Consider whether you would be prepared to wait for a greater saving. Some of our dealers offer good savings but can't deliver quickly. Choose another model within your price range. Savings on Diesels are usually greater than on petrols. If you have a large equipment package you may wish to upgrade to a more expensive basic model. For example the basic BMW 330 has metallic paint and and headlamp wash as standard and may thus not cost much more than the BMW 325. The resale value of the BMW 330 will also be higher.