BMW 2010 October Sales Rise

Jason · 11-02-2010, 01:12 PM

BMW Group U.S. Reports October 2010 Sales

* 02.11.2010
* Press Release

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – November 2, 2010... The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported October sales of 23,222 vehicles, an increase of 12.6 percent from the 20,619 vehicles sold in October 2009. Year-to-date, the BMW Group also reported a sales volume of 215,274 vehicles, up 7.7 percent from the 199,838 units sold through October 2009.

“The new product effect clearly showed in October with our 5 Series sales momentum increasing, especially with the introduction of all-wheel-drive for regions where it is highly desired,” said Jim O’Donnell, President and CEO of BMW of North America, LLC. “Furthermore, we are seeing some positive response from the overall market but with little job growth and only slight increases in consumer spending, our dealers have to fight for every sale, something they did very well this month.”

BMW Brand Sales
Sales of BMW brand vehicles in October increased 17.2 percent for a total of 19,272 vehicles from the 16,443 units sold in October of last year. Year-to-date, BMW sales were up 10 percent to 176,736 vehicles from the 160,666 units sold in the same period of 2009.

In October, best performing vehicles included the 1 Series, up 127.3 percent to 1,139 units and the 5 Series, up 61.8 percent to 4,925 units. The X5 continues to perform very well with an increase of 48.9 to 3,183 units.

BMW Pre-Owned Vehicles
Sales of BMW’s used vehicles (including certified pre-owned and pre-owned) decreased 7.2 percent to 13,867 vehicles from the 14,938 units sold in October of last year. Year-to-date, used vehicle sales were up 4.9 percent to 140,468 vehicles from the 133,948 units sold in the same period of 2009.

MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported sales of 3,950 automobiles, a decrease of 5.4 percent from the 4,176 cars sold last year. Year-to-date, MINI USA also reported sales of 38,538 automobiles, a decrease of 1.6 percent from the 39,172 units sold in the same period of 2009.

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BenTrovato · 11-02-2010, 01:33 PM

Very interesting. I didn't expect the 1 and 3 series to be doing so well YTD vs year ago. Nor did I expect the 7 series to have sold much more in 2010 vs 2009! Thanks for sharing

Raine · 11-02-2010, 01:57 PM

Woot, go 1-series!

scott@bmwhn · 11-02-2010, 01:57 PM

The new 5 proves to be doing very well as expected...a couple months of low volume sales while transitioning from E60 to F10 and only 3k units off the mark YTD from 2009.

Saigon · 11-02-2010, 02:07 PM

looks like the 1 series is a hit, it makes sense though; mid-luxury sports car combined with affordable pricing will make consumers very interested. There are no other cars that "really" compete against this one car.

Salter · 11-02-2010, 02:21 PM

My knowledge of this industry is very very limited. But I'd go on a limb and say that despite the overall growth in units sold, BMW may have some challenges reflected in the numbers. Except for the 1 and 5 series, they are lagging in every other segment. The '1' is a fantastic car/looker hitting a sweet spot of price/demographics. And the 5 is a new model and is therefore expected to show substantial growth over sales figures from previous years (especially considering that the 5 is their biggest money maker).

BMW set aggressive goals for future growth. North America may become a drag on their aspirations.

DoT · 11-02-2010, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Salter

My knowledge of this industry is very very limited. But I'd go on a limb and say that despite the overall growth in units sold, BMW may have some challenges reflected in the numbers. Except for the 1 and 5 series, they are lagging in every other segment. The '1' is a fantastic car/looker hitting a sweet spot of price/demographics. And the 5 is a new model and is therefore expected to show substantial growth over sales figures from previous years (especially considering that the 5 is their biggest money maker).

BMW set aggressive goals for future growth. North America may become a drag on their aspirations.

Well seeing the new X3 is not in dealerships yet that may very well explain the lack of X3 sales and no more 6 series until the next remodel may explain also their poor sales of that model.

marvinp · 11-02-2010, 02:42 PM

Glad to see the 1-series doing so well. I wonder how many 135i's are in that. If there wasn't a 1-series, most likely I would have gone with another brand. But I think now I'm hooked on BMW.

ORIGIN M. · 11-02-2010, 03:06 PM

Look at Mini go!

Chips335d · 11-02-2010, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Salter

My knowledge of this industry is very very limited. But I'd go on a limb and say that despite the overall growth in units sold, BMW may have some challenges reflected in the numbers. Except for the 1 and 5 series, they are lagging in every other segment. The '1' is a fantastic car/looker hitting a sweet spot of price/demographics. And the 5 is a new model and is therefore expected to show substantial growth over sales figures from previous years (especially considering that the 5 is their biggest money maker).

BMW set aggressive goals for future growth. North America may become a drag on their aspirations.

I think BMW has a very bright future ahead in the next couple model years. All new X3, All new X1, All new 6-series Coupe/Vert/Gran Coupe, LCI 7-series, LCI 1-series, 1M coupe...

And last but certainly not least...the all new F30 3-series.

bugsandry · 11-02-2010, 03:40 PM

Only 99 X3 were sold in October 2009...hehehe...interested in how the new x3 picked this one up in the coming months..

scott@bmwhn · 11-02-2010, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by red-sauerkraut

Look at Mini go!

yikes, is the clubman in between productions?....it's not doing so hot

Imola.ZHP · 11-02-2010, 04:03 PM

I'm still "witnessing" to people nearly 5 years after purchase.

To date, I've convinced 4 people to buy, (another should any day now, and one wanted to, but had financing "issues" lol).

Spread the Joy!

JB135MDCT · 11-02-2010, 04:46 PM

Moo 3er, Mooooo , you cash cow you, get out of the way, 1ers driving through.

Wrx328 · 11-02-2010, 06:11 PM

1 and x5 my 2 lovely babies

BimmerRob · 11-02-2010, 07:56 PM

in a market where even giants like toyota are seeing 30-35% decreasing in sales (due to recall? who knows..) these numbers are quite phenomenal. Especially the 1-series segment, BMW has established quite a niche with that one. Good share!

ORIGIN M. · 11-02-2010, 10:07 PM

Compared to the 1er, it is not bad!

Quote:

Originally Posted by scott@bmwhn

yikes, is the clubman in between productions?....it's not doing so hot

StenvenBex · 11-03-2010, 12:34 AM

oh my x6

vladberca · 11-05-2010, 01:24 PM

The new X3 will have some very important sales, more than X5 I think

Also the new 5 will finish the year on + compared with lat year sales

11-02-2010, 01:12 PM	#1
Jason Administrator 40763 Rep 21,239 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	BMW 2010 October Sales Rise BMW Group U.S. Reports October 2010 Sales * 02.11.2010 * Press Release Woodcliff Lake, NJ – November 2, 2010... The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported October sales of 23,222 vehicles, an increase of 12.6 percent from the 20,619 vehicles sold in October 2009. Year-to-date, the BMW Group also reported a sales volume of 215,274 vehicles, up 7.7 percent from the 199,838 units sold through October 2009. “The new product effect clearly showed in October with our 5 Series sales momentum increasing, especially with the introduction of all-wheel-drive for regions where it is highly desired,” said Jim O’Donnell, President and CEO of BMW of North America, LLC. “Furthermore, we are seeing some positive response from the overall market but with little job growth and only slight increases in consumer spending, our dealers have to fight for every sale, something they did very well this month.” BMW Brand Sales Sales of BMW brand vehicles in October increased 17.2 percent for a total of 19,272 vehicles from the 16,443 units sold in October of last year. Year-to-date, BMW sales were up 10 percent to 176,736 vehicles from the 160,666 units sold in the same period of 2009. In October, best performing vehicles included the 1 Series, up 127.3 percent to 1,139 units and the 5 Series, up 61.8 percent to 4,925 units. The X5 continues to perform very well with an increase of 48.9 to 3,183 units. BMW Pre-Owned Vehicles Sales of BMW’s used vehicles (including certified pre-owned and pre-owned) decreased 7.2 percent to 13,867 vehicles from the 14,938 units sold in October of last year. Year-to-date, used vehicle sales were up 4.9 percent to 140,468 vehicles from the 133,948 units sold in the same period of 2009. MINI Brand Sales MINI USA reported sales of 3,950 automobiles, a decrease of 5.4 percent from the 4,176 cars sold last year. Year-to-date, MINI USA also reported sales of 38,538 automobiles, a decrease of 1.6 percent from the 39,172 units sold in the same period of 2009. __________________ Check on the Latest BMW News Become a fan of Bimmerpost Facebook Follow us on Bimmerpost Twitter Subscribe to Bimmerpost Youtube Channel
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BenTrovato Driver 37 Rep 1,577 Posts Drives: e92 335i Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto iTrader: (4)	Very interesting. I didn't expect the 1 and 3 series to be doing so well YTD vs year ago. Nor did I expect the 7 series to have sold much more in 2010 vs 2009! Thanks for sharing
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Salter Private 26 Rep 71 Posts Drives: M340i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	My knowledge of this industry is very very limited. But I'd go on a limb and say that despite the overall growth in units sold, BMW may have some challenges reflected in the numbers. Except for the 1 and 5 series, they are lagging in every other segment. The '1' is a fantastic car/looker hitting a sweet spot of price/demographics. And the 5 is a new model and is therefore expected to show substantial growth over sales figures from previous years (especially considering that the 5 is their biggest money maker). BMW set aggressive goals for future growth. North America may become a drag on their aspirations.
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