Looking for Feedback on Steve Thomas BMW ED

RuSport · 03-12-2011, 08:54 PM

Fellow Forum Members, I am looking for some feedback (both positive and negative) on Steve Thomas BMW. I am currently looking at placing an order with Ryan and I want to hear what others have experienced. So far my interactions have been outstanding. They have also given me a fantastic quote that I kinda feel is too good to be true. That coupled with the fact that we are in different states prompted me to gather feedback from you.

Thanks in advance!

Sean@PYSpeed.com · 03-12-2011, 08:56 PM

GOLFRR

1cleanm6 · 03-12-2011, 09:01 PM

I ordered my car from ryan at steve thomas bmw...

easiest purchase ive ever made, everything was done through email. Car arrived exactly as ordered. Ill buy my next bmw from them and only them.

Best experience ever, you wont find one bad review.

Hurry up and order

kscarrol · 03-12-2011, 09:03 PM

Have not dealt with them personally but cannot recall a negative comment about them...

mot · 03-12-2011, 09:09 PM

Although I did not purchase my car from STBMW, they are who I call when I have any BMW issues (Coast BMW is down the street from me but they are terrible!). STBMW have great service and I would highly recommend them. Good luck!

tlp · 03-12-2011, 09:22 PM

My current Open ED is with Ryan @ Steve Thomas.

Although the transaction is not complete yet they have been spectacular thus far. The best part is that everything has been handled flawlessly over email, phone & mail. I will step foot in the showroom for the 1st when I collect the car.

mikracer · 03-12-2011, 09:38 PM

I purchased my car at STBMW and it was by far the easiest transaction at a dealership I've ever had. I negotiated everything over email and phone and when I got to the dealership, everything was as stated. I live almost 3 hours from STBMW so being able to negotiate legitimately over the phone was a huge plus. I never even saw a pic of the actual car (it was CPO, so I wasnt really stressed about it) and when I got there, it was detailed ready for my test drive.

The best part of negotiating with them is the fact that they pretty much give you the best price out the gate, so there isnt a lot of back and forth. Ryan was very straight forward with me and that was greatly appreciated. After the transaction, I received several follow up calls to ensure that I was 100% satisfied with the car. Like the poster above, Coast BMW is my local dealership and they just dont know what theyre doing. After my experience at STBMW, they will be my primary BMW dealership for any and all BMW's I purchase in the future.

theriz · 03-12-2011, 09:40 PM

^

im sure you'll get hooked up bro Steve Thomas FTW!

sounds good looks like a good deal to me!

Buying +10
Service after purchase +10.

blittle887 · 03-12-2011, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RuSport

Fellow Forum Members, I am looking for some feedback (both positive and negative) on Steve Thomas BMW. I am currently looking at placing an order with Ryan and I want to hear what others have experienced. So far my interactions have been outstanding. They have also given me a fantastic quote that I kinda feel is too good to be true. That coupled with the fact that we are in different states prompted me to gather feedback from you.

Thanks in advance!

Ryan Amico at Steve Thomas BMW gave the wife and I our best car buying experience ever! We just did ED through Ryan this past Christmas. I highly recommend Ryan.

mot · 03-12-2011, 10:25 PM

Another m3 in SLO?

Do we have meets in this area?

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikracer

I purchased my car at STBMW and it was by far the easiest transaction at a dealership I've ever had. I negotiated everything over email and phone and when I got to the dealership, everything was as stated. I live almost 3 hours from STBMW so being able to negotiate legitimately over the phone was a huge plus. I never even saw a pic of the actual car (it was CPO, so I wasnt really stressed about it) and when I got there, it was detailed ready for my test drive.

The best part of negotiating with them is the fact that they pretty much give you the best price out the gate, so there isnt a lot of back and forth. Ryan was very straight forward with me and that was greatly appreciated. After the transaction, I received several follow up calls to ensure that I was 100% satisfied with the car. Like the poster above, Coast BMW is my local dealership and they just dont know what theyre doing. After my experience at STBMW, they will be my primary BMW dealership for any and all BMW's I purchase in the future.

J BONE · 03-12-2011, 10:31 PM

I did not purchase my car from them but I can tell you that GOLFRR and Ryan are some of the best guys to work with. I PM'd him numerous times about the M3 I was going to order. They walked me through the entire process, give me quotes, and what to expect. I don't think many people would do this knowing I was going to buy a car from another dealer. And the only reason I didn't buy a car from them was because a local dealer had the exact car I wanted. When I found the car, I sent GOLFRR another PM and spoke with him about it. He broke it down for me and told me what to offer. Ryan even gave me a call to talk it the specifics. I can't say enough good things about them and have NEVER heard anything bad. My next car will be ED through Steve Thomas no doubt about it. You are in good hand with them. Congrats and keep us posted

mikracer · 03-12-2011, 11:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mot

Another m3 in SLO?

Do we have meets in this area?

Will PM you about SLO meets.

CEW · 03-13-2011, 12:22 AM

I recently ordered my M3 through Ryan and thus far it has been painless. Ryan has been a pleasure to work with. He knowns his stuff and is very prompt. I had already placed an order for an M3 through another dealership. I waited two weeks with no production number and a deal that I ultimately discovered was not very good. After reading numerous positive reviews of GOLFFRR and Ryan I reached out to them. Right out of the gate they gave me an excellent deal, one that was far better than the one I had previously. This was without even negotiating! Also, within 5 days of placing my my order my car is in production. I am very happy with the service GOLFFRR and Ryan have provided thus far. If the rest of the transaction goes this well there is no doubt I will be buying from them again and so will others I know. Please Note: I live in the Pacific Northwest and will be flying down there to take delivery. In my opinion the extra cost of flying there and driving it back is worth it. Besides, who wouldn't want to drive their new M3 up the Pacific Coast.

RuSport · 03-13-2011, 09:18 AM

All, thanks for all the feedback. This helps a lot. Sounds like a great, professional dealership and I am REALLY looking forward to working with Ryan (some more)

tukluc · 03-13-2011, 02:14 PM

Ryan is the best.

I originally went with a local dealership and Ryan still answered all of my questions...after a few local issues arose, I gave my business to Ryan & ST BMW.

phyek · 03-13-2011, 03:16 PM

Ryan gave me a pretty darn good quote that I am having a hard time saying no to! These guys are awesome!

GOLFFRR · 03-13-2011, 03:37 PM

Thank you everyone for all your positive comments! We all at steve thomas bmw are all very very grateful to all of the forum members! You guys rock!

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RuSport Private First Class 24 Rep 185 Posts Drives: e46 M3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Iowa iTrader: (0)	Looking for Feedback on Steve Thomas BMW ED Fellow Forum Members, I am looking for some feedback (both positive and negative) on Steve Thomas BMW. I am currently looking at placing an order with Ryan and I want to hear what others have experienced. So far my interactions have been outstanding. They have also given me a fantastic quote that I kinda feel is too good to be true. That coupled with the fact that we are in different states prompted me to gather feedback from you. Thanks in advance!
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1cleanm6 Brigadier General 451 Rep 3,666 Posts Drives: M5 comp/Range/i3S Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Earth iTrader: (7)	I ordered my car from ryan at steve thomas bmw... easiest purchase ive ever made, everything was done through email. Car arrived exactly as ordered. Ill buy my next bmw from them and only them. Best experience ever, you wont find one bad review. Hurry up and order
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kscarrol Brigadier General 9272 Rep 4,124 Posts Drives: 2021 X3 M40i, 1974 2002 Tii Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Greenville, SC iTrader: (0)	Have not dealt with them personally but cannot recall a negative comment about them... __________________ 2021 X3 M40i 1974 2002tii, Inka, 5 sp manual BMWCCA # 327475
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03-12-2011, 09:09 PM	#5
mot Banned 38 Rep 936 Posts Drives: e92 AW M3 6MT Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Bay Area, California iTrader: (8)	Although I did not purchase my car from STBMW, they are who I call when I have any BMW issues (Coast BMW is down the street from me but they are terrible!). STBMW have great service and I would highly recommend them. Good luck!
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03-12-2011, 09:22 PM	#6
tlp Colonel 280 Rep 2,216 Posts Drives: 991 GT3, Sold:'11 e92 M3 SG/FR Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Las Vegas/SoCal iTrader: (6) Garage List SOLD 2011 BMW e92 M3 [9.10]	My current Open ED is with Ryan @ Steve Thomas. Although the transaction is not complete yet they have been spectacular thus far. The best part is that everything has been handled flawlessly over email, phone & mail. I will step foot in the showroom for the 1st when I collect the car. __________________ 991 GT3, Sold: '11 e92 M3 SG/FR ZCP\|ZCV\|ZP2\|2MK\|494\|415\|6NR\|752
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mikracer First Lieutenant 13 Rep 344 Posts Drives: '08 335i sedan Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	I purchased my car at STBMW and it was by far the easiest transaction at a dealership I've ever had. I negotiated everything over email and phone and when I got to the dealership, everything was as stated. I live almost 3 hours from STBMW so being able to negotiate legitimately over the phone was a huge plus. I never even saw a pic of the actual car (it was CPO, so I wasnt really stressed about it) and when I got there, it was detailed ready for my test drive. The best part of negotiating with them is the fact that they pretty much give you the best price out the gate, so there isnt a lot of back and forth. Ryan was very straight forward with me and that was greatly appreciated. After the transaction, I received several follow up calls to ensure that I was 100% satisfied with the car. Like the poster above, Coast BMW is my local dealership and they just dont know what theyre doing. After my experience at STBMW, they will be my primary BMW dealership for any and all BMW's I purchase in the future.
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03-12-2011, 09:40 PM	#8
theriz Brigadier General 406 Rep 3,583 Posts Drives: 2017 M3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Ventura County, CA iTrader: (2) Garage List 2017 F80 M3 [0.00] 2011 335i M-Sport [4.00] 2015 M3 [0.00] 2009 X5 [10.00]	^ im sure you'll get hooked up bro Steve Thomas FTW! sounds good looks like a good deal to me! Buying +10 Service after purchase +10. Last edited by theriz; 03-12-2011 at 09:56 PM..
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J BONE The Boss 110 Rep 4,948 Posts Drives: %E2%80%9816 F15 X6 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Illinois iTrader: (12) Garage List 2008 E92 335xi [9.00]	I did not purchase my car from them but I can tell you that GOLFRR and Ryan are some of the best guys to work with. I PM'd him numerous times about the M3 I was going to order. They walked me through the entire process, give me quotes, and what to expect. I don't think many people would do this knowing I was going to buy a car from another dealer. And the only reason I didn't buy a car from them was because a local dealer had the exact car I wanted. When I found the car, I sent GOLFRR another PM and spoke with him about it. He broke it down for me and told me what to offer. Ryan even gave me a call to talk it the specifics. I can't say enough good things about them and have NEVER heard anything bad. My next car will be ED through Steve Thomas no doubt about it. You are in good hand with them. Congrats and keep us posted __________________ 2016 F16 X6 2015 F15 X5- Retired 2013 F10 535xi- Retired 2011 E92 M3- Retired 2011 E90 335- Retired 2008 E92 335- Retired
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CEW Private First Class 9 Rep 109 Posts Drives: 2011.5 e90 M3 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Washington State iTrader: (0)	I recently ordered my M3 through Ryan and thus far it has been painless. Ryan has been a pleasure to work with. He knowns his stuff and is very prompt. I had already placed an order for an M3 through another dealership. I waited two weeks with no production number and a deal that I ultimately discovered was not very good. After reading numerous positive reviews of GOLFFRR and Ryan I reached out to them. Right out of the gate they gave me an excellent deal, one that was far better than the one I had previously. This was without even negotiating! Also, within 5 days of placing my my order my car is in production. I am very happy with the service GOLFFRR and Ryan have provided thus far. If the rest of the transaction goes this well there is no doubt I will be buying from them again and so will others I know. Please Note: I live in the Pacific Northwest and will be flying down there to take delivery. In my opinion the extra cost of flying there and driving it back is worth it. Besides, who wouldn't want to drive their new M3 up the Pacific Coast.
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RuSport Private First Class 24 Rep 185 Posts Drives: e46 M3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Iowa iTrader: (0)	All, thanks for all the feedback. This helps a lot. Sounds like a great, professional dealership and I am REALLY looking forward to working with Ryan (some more)
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tukluc Private First Class 4 Rep 180 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 M3 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Washington State iTrader: (1)	Ryan is the best. I originally went with a local dealership and Ryan still answered all of my questions...after a few local issues arose, I gave my business to Ryan & ST BMW.
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03-13-2011, 03:16 PM	#16
phyek First Lieutenant 116 Rep 361 Posts Drives: 2016 Mineral White M4 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Dallas, TX iTrader: (0)	Ryan gave me a pretty darn good quote that I am having a hard time saying no to! These guys are awesome!
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GOLFFRR 11103 Rep 27,829 Posts Drives: GOLFFRR cart Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: we sell BMWs to "ALL" US states iTrader: (4)	Thank you everyone for all your positive comments! We all at steve thomas bmw are all very very grateful to all of the forum members! You guys rock! __________________ BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR NEXT BMW, EMAIL OUR GUY KOTE FIRST! Kote M Sales:Kotem@bmwofcamarillo.com Cell:805-368-9101 vipfinance@bmwofcamarillo.com for warranties!
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