V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - wee scotty dog
Hi, a wee bit of advice required.

I've agreed the purchase of a BMW 530d touring 2002 a couple of weeks ago. The reason I couldn't take the car away at the time was it was on a private plate and the owner had not completed the transfer. We struck a deal and as the paperwork was still at the DVLA (V5 along with existing tax disc), they said they would deliver the car once Swansea sent the documents back. They had handed them in the Leed local office in an effort to speed up the process but it turns out that they had made a mistake with something on the transfer and it was sent back to Leeds. they have amended this now and it'll likely be another 2 weeks before there's any news (you know what the DVLA is like). The owner is suggesting that they bring the car up on existing plate and once the correct docs come thru from Swansea, they'll send them on. They will knock an amount off for the cost of new plates. Should I do this or wait another (at least) fortnight and would i be able to tax the car in the meantime?
V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - madf
NOPE.
Once you part with cash you have NO bargaining power. And insurance will be fun..(been there done it).

Either wait or go elsewhere.
madf
V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - wee scotty dog
Forgot to mention that 've paid 250 quid deposit for them to hold it for me and shelled out 220 for a full inspection. Drove 440 miles round trip to see it and close the deal so I have some money invested here.
V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - normd2
have you tried phoning the DVLA? - They do take phone calls; I've done it before when a previous V5 went 'missing' - the seller 'forgot' to send it in.
V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - 1066
it seems the other party are being difficult. it may not be their fault but you shouldnt have to suffer.
if you feel annoyed then get your deposit back and walk away.
V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - ForumNeedsModerating
You did (or have seen) an hpi (or equivalent) check though didn't you? If not, perhaps irrespective of DVLA delays, isn't that a risky proposition in itself?

V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - wee scotty dog
Yes the company that did the inspection did an HPI and it was clear. The vendors are dozy but not offensive. All their stories add up. The car is sound and in good condition. I would be reluctant to walk away at this stage.
V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - ForumNeedsModerating
Have you tried ringing BMW (either their contact centre or the car's local garage) & checking the service history etc. I did this once for a prospective purchase (didn't buy it in the end) & they were most helpful - details of service history, mileage points & garages used etc.

It might not affect the DVLA issue, but would give you more confidence about the car maybe?

V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - Paul I
Just sit tight - have been in the same position myself and your best to wait or if you want it quickly insure the car with some like Swift Cover for which you can change details online and print a new docs off and they don't charge extra for the pleasure.

V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - wee scotty dog
Just spoke to BMW who confirmed that the car had a full service history to 40K with BMW. This is in line with what the seller says. After that there is a history with an independent which I cannot verify for now but I am confident ties up.
V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - bell boy
if they did the plate transfer through leeds it normally comes back in a few days with the confirmation slip and a covering letter to allow you to make the new plates up at a number plate maker (ie no log book so you need this slip v948) have they got that then? as it dont come from swansea see but leeds
the log book will indeed come from swansea see but is usually not far behind
you havent phoned swansea see ,why not as said this would be my first call
V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - rtj70
There's another thread on here about DVLA... they are really efficient these days.

Did a full tour a few years back and impressed. Gave an example of someone going to photo license and losing motor bike entitlement.... in the basement are the microfiche versions of all paper docs. This example therefore sorted earily.

Have done tax disk and replacement licence online/phone. License turned up on a Tuesday after ordering on a Friday afternoon. Boot polish must have been working ;-) *

* They used to use a pot/tub of polish to smooth the photo ID on it's way - otherwise it stuck.
V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - AlastairM
Having bought a car some months ago that involved a plate change, I can confirm the the DVLA are very slow and some say obstructive doing changes. It's almost as if they wanted people not to transfer registration numbers but buy new ones from them!!

If the car is a good deal then wait. Not going to make much difference to your life is it?
V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - barney100
If in doubt --part with nowt.
V5 - it's with the DVLA. Should I part with cash? - RaineMan
Get everything sorted first. Also make sure you get an MOT certificate with the new registration number on! This caused me considerable hassle once as the personal registration was on the certificate!