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26-06-2015, 07:46 PM | #12961 | |||
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Part of the problem is that the dealer has the car, is not obligated to give up that car, and they see a good car like an xr6 turbo as good property, would you give away something that you have good potential to earn some money on, and gain a percentage of the target required. Most dealers won't, unless they get something equally decent in return, they also then hope that you cancel, and take your order to them as they have the vehicle. |
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26-06-2015, 08:02 PM | #12962 | |||
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26-06-2015, 08:07 PM | #12963 | |||
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26-06-2015, 08:12 PM | #12965 | ||
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You have waited this long, wait the extra couple of months and get exactly what you want, but have the dealer compensate you with a few freebys, they owe you that much.
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26-06-2015, 08:15 PM | #12966 | |||
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The upside is that I had a hard time choosing Smoke and Aero Blue, so its back on drawing board Last edited by Aeroblue; 26-06-2015 at 08:26 PM. Reason: additional info |
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26-06-2015, 08:20 PM | #12967 | ||
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Hard to be picky on colours when there's only a couple to choose from... I'm still dumbfounded there is no bright red on offer.
Special edition XR8 sprint in red anyone?? |
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26-06-2015, 08:25 PM | #12968 | |||
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Out of curiosity what is the expected delivery on your contract? If the date the car is due 30 days past this date the contract is void, You are entitled to request your deposit back in full, and can then ring the dealer with the vehicle of your choosing(carsales), work out a new deal, have them include delivery(We offer to your door service) or choose to go to them and have the car right away. |
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26-06-2015, 08:56 PM | #12969 | ||
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I am happy to wait, although i am starting to get jittery.
I have ordered a Smoke coloured XR8 with the 6 speed manual trans. Ill keep prodding the dealer for info an see how i go!
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26-06-2015, 09:15 PM | #12970 | ||
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26-06-2015, 09:21 PM | #12971 | |||
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Last edited by Aeroblue; 26-06-2015 at 09:30 PM. |
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26-06-2015, 09:24 PM | #12972 | ||
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26-06-2015, 09:37 PM | #12974 | ||
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October seems unbelievable, from my own personal experience, we have cars as for out as august build allocation, these cars will be in the showroom in September, find out if they have an NSC or SIDO.
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26-06-2015, 09:42 PM | #12975 | ||
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That is why I rang today, at least get a sido, and then DP told October, so I think it hasn't been ordered or ordered only a few weeks ago. I signed it all off in early May.
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26-06-2015, 09:49 PM | #12976 | ||
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Yeah me to.
They did say when i ordered not to pester them cause they just have to play the waiting game. Recon a little bit of pestering is order though.
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26-06-2015, 10:06 PM | #12977 | ||
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I would have been happy with a sido, but when they don't communicate and I have to chase them, I get suspicious, Ford dealership or Ford, they can tell us.. They cant communicate not a chance in hell getting after sale service....I can spend my money elsewhere and tell a lot of people BAD things..
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26-06-2015, 10:34 PM | #12978 | |||
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27-06-2015, 07:10 PM | #12979 | ||
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So i got on to the dealer today and he assured me the order has definitely been placed and i am one of 5 they have allocated to them. They havent received any SIDOs yet but he said their allocation will likely be in December with delivery shortly after.
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27-06-2015, 07:54 PM | #12980 | |||
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You'll get yours around the same time as i do. As an aside are you also on Ozfalcon? Your username looks familiar.
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27-06-2015, 10:16 PM | #12981 | ||
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yeah. im the mug thats been pluggin away in an XE for bout 5 years!
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28-06-2015, 08:20 AM | #12982 | ||
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XR8 Manual - Ordered in January, confirmed build date of July 30 expect delivery late August or early September....waiting paitently!
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30-06-2015, 10:50 AM | #12983 | |||
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I would expect the protector to be a freebie, also mats, headlight protectors, and a full tank of juice. The least they can do for you, and sharpen the price on the protection (or go to Express Tinting Browns Plains for the OptiCoat/Tint for $995). Demand more, and only deal with the DP, not the sales guy. We are building a house at the moment, and we have pushed back on the builder on so many things - we have probably saved over $10K just from being diligent. This was done nicely, but also pointing out their failings in order to gain dispensations. You don't ask, you don't get.
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30-06-2015, 11:02 AM | #12984 | |||
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What is the worse they can say? No? The dealer is out to make the most they can and there are good ones out there who also look after the customer whilst doing it. The customer should always try to save & get as much as they can from the deal. Obviously without being totally ruthless, dont know any not for profit car dealers! Be clear what you want from the outset and go from there. I got all the accessories except for the alarm as part of my deal, purely by being clear about what i wanted from the first conversation. I also said i wouldnt sign until i was assured the aftermarket people wouldnt contact me as i believe all that is a massive ripoff. The product might be alright but it can be organised after delivery without the markup! Sent from my SM-N915G using Tapatalk
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30-06-2015, 08:07 PM | #12986 | ||
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Order confirmed today and delivery ETA September!
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30-06-2015, 08:09 PM | #12987 | ||
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Excellent news! Wonder if that would have happened if you hadnt pushed?
Considering they told you mid next year.. Sent from my SM-N915G using Tapatalk
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30-06-2015, 09:01 PM | #12988 | ||
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I'd say probably know.
I did have to compromise and get an Auto instead of the manual but is no big deal. They recon the manual boxes are in shortage and almost unobtainable.
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30-06-2015, 09:03 PM | #12989 | ||
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Interesting re the manual. Mines due not long after yours so i hope i dont get the same story.
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30-06-2015, 09:10 PM | #12990 | ||
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The dealer recons they havent ordered enough manual boxes to cover the orders so they are fitting the autos. True or not, im not sure.
Either way im not fussed. I got a XC with a toploader if i feel like changing gears!
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