BMW early lease buyout in Illinois question

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Similar discussion for a BMW buyout in NC where Manhattan was mentioned. BMW is evidently requiring buyouts in certain states to go through dealers now

BMW Lease Buyout — SE NC

I have two 2019 540i sedans coming off lease in August. Up until now payoff documents stated send payoff to BMWFS. Today they say contact local dealer. I called BMWFS who stated NC now requires going through a NC dealer. Cars were leased out of GA and letter received today from BMWFS states call GA dealer. I’m thinking BMWFS isn’t to sure how they want to move forward. I am considering purchasing extended warranties upon buyout. Looking for insight from hackers and BMW dealerships alike.