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It has been a relatively minor winter thus far in Germany, but who knows what it will be like in February/March. German law requires appropriate winter tires if conditions merit their use (snow or ice), with fines levied for using non-M+S or non-snow tires under these conditions. The general rule of thumb for winter tires is October to Easter in Germany. In Austria, summer tires are banned from November 1 to April 15.

I would at least go for delivery in late March and avoid February if you can. Even then, you may be taking a chance if the weather is still bad. I picked up my E93 at the very end of March in light snow, but the had the top down a week later when it hit the low 60s.

If you are very concerned for having the proper tires, you can search the forum as others have rented winter tires from a shop in close proximity to the Welt.

Either way, enjoy!