Current wait times on g550 & g63
 

Hello all,
I went to a dealer today to place an order for a g63 and was told the current wait times are 12 months for a g550 and 24mos for a g63. I ended up ordering a 550 for this very reason, but it got me thinking if these times are accurate or should I look for another dealer?

My dealer told me late summer or fall for a G 550. Although the floodgates seem to have opened as three G 63's arrived the previous day. All sold, of course. Did have my first chance to sit in one and hear it idle but unable to drive because of sold status. Very impressive. I'm going to like this ride. Will be turning in my MY 16 next month as lease expires. No G for the summer....bummer.

I think they'll be out there soon. I ordered mine a month or so ago and it''s supposed to arrive at the end of May. They say it's being built the last 10 days of April. I think my dealer has one on the way and one build available that'll arrive in July. We live in Colorado.

Depends on the market and region, where are you located?

I got a build slot (Lynnwood WA MB) for a new 2019 G550 two days ago. Magno Black with the 8 series black interior (with open pore ash). The dealership said an April 2019 build with a May 2019 delivery. So look around, they're out there. One year for a G550 and two years for a G63 seems too long.

I'm in Dallas, but happy to order it from anywhere.

Heard from separate NYC and NJ dealer it is a 12 to 18 mo wait for the AMG. I am good with that as I want the kinks to work themselves out.

I placed an order for a G63 last night with MB of Manhattan and was told it would be ready by early October. Definitely shop around.

You must be a good buyer Crfiv. When I asked last week they said 18mos for the AMG. :-) Did you order? If so, what did you spec it?

I ordered my G63 August 16, 2018, Dealer called today to tell me my allocation has been picked up. I believe it should arrive in about 2 months.
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As of Feb 15 - production G63 PO's are booked thru end-May - as of today end-Mar orders are going to "Freeze" for available changes soon

Same scenario for G550's - ordered booked thru end-May - as of today end-Mar orders are going to "Freeze" for available changes soon

Polar/Red - your PO has been confirmed by Germany - noted you're in OKC - good people there - and you're in good shape at the moment

Selenite/Yacht-Blue - your Configure exists as a configure - for October PO confirmation you are about 4 months early - should be confirmed late July with factory PO

Mangno Night Black/Designo Black Int - your PO has been confirmed by Germany - you're in good shape too at the moment

I just called my salesman to verify when I will receive the G63 and was told mine is only scheduled for production, the completion date is first week of May and my delivery should be the first week of June. So my wait is now down to a little less than 4 months.

I think it really depends on the dealership. I'm in the new York city area and you can basically get a 550 in a couple months if you walk into a dealership now.

Eagles Nest, you bring up a really good point, one that people sometimes forget (and go for looks over functionality) You really have to weigh the width of your tires if you do a lot of in-city driving. Low and wide tires are great for road trips (or the track of course) but with all these failing roads with tire grooves, wider tires track horribly and I notice I end up fighting the lane in my wider-tired vehicles.

has anyone been able to get one at sticker?

if someone can help please PM me

much love

just placed an order today for a G550, at sticker...In West Palm Beach, FL....Was told about 6 months or less... now the agonizing research to figure out what color/which AMG package/which interior/which finishers. They said I had about 90 days to finalize the build...

they said about 12 months if I wanted a G63....

any posts on there that show the inside/outside color combos???

My dealer told me the earliest would be around April which was back in November. So I took a deal on their last 2018 G63. I figured I would see what happens once the 2019's became more readily available.

Was initially thinking of getting a used one, but went to the dealership and saw a 2019 and looked great!!!

I put a deposit down for a 2019 and dealer said would prob be end of 2019 or early 2020. This is for dealship in Midwest US.

i bet the price for 2018s will plummet as people can compare the old vs new model.

vSb07

Probably not plummet, but a continued pull back. Gwagons, even earlier models are very popular and have limited production. Those two things together point to them holding their values relative to other vehicles.

+1 completely agree. Older g’s are very unique vehicles and likely to hold the value.

Here they come :y

MB of Coral Gables told me wait time for G63 is currently around 1.5 years but selling at MSRP.

It's the price we pay to wait :-) I'm good with ot, hoping they work out some kinks while the wait happens. At same time I WANT IT NOW! :-)

I was told about 11-13months in NJ.

Ok, I know of a late-May 2019 build on a G550 so if someone wants that slot, PM me and I'll get you to the right person.

I live in Washington State.

yes people hit him up to wait for g550 that are currently available all over. :crazy: check autotrader

Not just me, G63 price gouger, look at your thread where you are trying to sell a base G63 way over MSRP for $200K. Look at the other member's responses then tell me if I'm the one ruining your thread.........

These forums are established to help and educate the car community, not support shady car salesmen. Try offering something that helps.

My allocation was picked up a few days ago. I'm being told 4-5 months for delivery.

Go away, you're not making any friends here. You tried this on another thread and got roasted. You clearly don't understand the spirit of this forum. No one wants your spam.

Can someone please get this guy banned?

This forum is for us who are passionate about MB, and the G class in particular. I’ve gotten alot of help here before and the guys on here know when someone’s trying to pull a fast one. I’d move along, you aren’t gonna get any sympathy from us for taking over our forum trying to rip one of us off. Next thing you know he’ll be trying to sell us the top secret exclusive G900 supercharged hybrid edition or whatever juanjose kept posting awhile back. Juanjose hasn’t been around in awhile...now there’s a guy who was NUTS!! He had all the insider info :blah:

I called around to 10 dealerships about putting in a G63 order. Heard everything from 6 months to “we have a waitlist with 5 people on it, we’ll call you when you come up” to “2019s have ended production and no word on 2020s starting, we’re not taking orders right now.” Also finding it kind of difficult to get sales people to follow through on putting an order in. Are they not motivated for some reason? I assume there’s money to be made on it, though delayed.

I think they are just overwhelmed with demand and not sure how to process all of it.

To everyone with estimated late 2019 early 2020 for your orders will the model year be a 2020?

I have been hunting for a used g63 but the longer it takes to find one the more I'm tempted to put in a order for a 550

"I called around to 10 dealerships about putting in a G63 order" - I might suggest you go into your closest MB dealer with a $5,000 deposit check and get this done... you're Portland ? - I would say May- June next year.

No, I’m in Florida - username is a vestige of living in Portland previously. My closest dealership indeed asked for a $5k deposit and gave an “up to a year” timeframe. I put in the order with another dealership 90 minutes away that said 6 months, no deposit.

6months? Must have had a build already in the queue.

Yeah, I don’t know, unless they’re leading me on. I told him I’m hearing around a year everywhere and he said “no we’re around 6 months.” Guess we’ll see. He put in the build yesterday and is waiting for confirmation, so maybe I’ll hear bad news.

share your dealer info with me haha!

It’s Lokey in Clearwater.

I was also told 6 months for a G550 and 12 months for a G63..In South Florida as well....

I have an available G550 changeable slot with production in second decade of May, ETA delivery End of June-First 10 days of July.

My dealer in Colorado has a build available with August delivery, on a 550,

At MSRP?

Yes at MSRP. Sent you PM

I ordered a G550 in August 2018 and have been getting the runaround since. When someone comes in for a G63, they get bumped up the line since there's more margin in that spend. I got tired of waiting and bought a Tesla.
Want to buy my place in line? Delivery is Nov 2019. In SoCal.
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designo Classic Red/Black Nappa $400. Exclusive Interior Package $5,000. metal weave trim. Seat Comfort Package $2,200.
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Exterior color designo Platinum Magno (matte)$3,950 with Night Package w/ AMG Line $5,370 Total Build $139,220 Estimated Lease. $1,944/mo

Perhaps the reason was that there was a constraint on Magno paints for a long long time.

“I doubt it given how the engines are built differently”
Engines are built exactly the same

No, the 550 engine is built on a regular line. The 63 engine is hand built in Affalterbach. Much slower process.

Would love to see proof of that, please send.

https://www.mercedes-benz.com/en/inn...iturbo-engine/

This is not proof of anything.
I meant evidence that the 4L V8 is not hand assembled in the G550. I think they are all assembled in the same AMG factory. They just don’t put the name on the engine for the non-AMG labelled engines. All the 4L V8s are basically the same, you know that right?

I know that they ARE NOT the same. The M176 is assembled on the line in Stuttgart. The AMG motors are hand built in Affalterbach. There are a number of differences between the engines, hence the different numbers. Pistons, cranks, heads, turbo's, valves, all different.
Only the block itself is the same.

MSRP for the Mercedes-Benz G550 will start at $127,650 while the Mercedes-AMG G63 will start at $152,500. The anticipated launch time for the 2020 G-Class will be Q4 2019.

So MBUSA figured out that if the CA dealers can sell the G's anywhere between $25k-$50k over MSRP then why not increase the base price for 2020 with $5k for G63 and $3.100 for G550. The biggest increase ever.

Is just common sense.

Wassaby, has pricing been released for the 2020s? Has the DOG been updated too?

Yes, the pricing has been released like I said in my post, but there is not update yet in DOG or 2020 G orders.

You’re not correct. Of course some parts are different, depending on output and model. But the engine is mostly the same. And you still haven’t provided proof of where the non-AMG badged 4L is assembled.
I own both AMG and non-AMG versions, so I’m not biased one way or another.

Ordered mine in June 2018 and the dealer told me build date is first week of oct 2019 now I wonder how long it will take for me to receive the car in Miami fl.

You should take delivery around Nov 20th.

"You should take delivery around Nov 20th."

Frankly end-Nov/1st week December - have your dealer let you know when it gets put on the boat..

Here you go

https://media.daimler.com/marsMediaS...l?oid=14315879

From Daimler's release "The M 176 is produced at the Untertürkheim plant in Stuttgart."

Can't make it any plainer than that.

I ordered my 550 7/1/19 and was told it was built 9/15. Waiting to hear about shipping details...

New G550 available at msrp in case anyone interested

Correct and correct

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merced...77/M178_engine

They're different. Manufactured in different locations. End of discussion.

Actually that Wikipedia entry seems to confirm that all variants are far more alike than similar. The M178 is dry-sump, which I would regard as a major difference. But the M176/M177 have the same displacement, compression ratios, bore, stroke, weight? I’m sure the AMG version has some fancier parts and clearly it’s built in a different plant, but actually this entry supports my suspicions that the major difference in power output between the 550 and 63 is attributable to computer tuning, probably boost levels...

Completely different turbochargers...biggest change. Transmission contact plate different, etc. etc. Drive a G63 back to back to a RENNtech-tuned G550...still not the same...even though the power output is the same with the RENNtech-tuned G550. The 63 is just different in feel, poise, etc.

Placed my G63 order on Oct 8th at my dealership in Georgia. Has the turnover time been reduced? He's stating 6-9 months

Depends on the number of allocations they get and how long the waitlist is. Every dealer is different.

I can tell you it’s worth the wait! Just got mine last week.

Looking down, literally and figuratively, on Range Rover drivers is one of the perks!

Typically, once you have your production date then add 2-3 months before you get it. So right now Oct production has begun and those cars will be here by December to early January.

If they told you 6-9 months, that would mean that he doesn't have a PO # for you so your allocation will likely be March-April. Having specced the car does not mean that you have an allocation yet. Once the purchase order number is attached then you have an allocation with your name/build attached to it.

I just ordered my 3rd G wagon which has a PO of January so I'll see it in March to April.

How do you know what date your purchase order is for? I have a number, but do not see a date.

The order when printed from dealer should have a "Update Order" section that will list Decade planned and Decade scheduled and Production date.

I attached a photo of my previous order for a G63 that shows it.


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The order when printed from dealer should have a "Update Order" section that will list Decade planned and Decade scheduled and Production date.

I attached a photo of my previous order for a G63 that shows it.

Great information, thank you!!

If anyone has info on a dealer willing to sale a G63 at MSRP can you please message me? I don't mind ordering or getting one of that lot just won't pay more than msrp. closer to CA the better but I'm willing to travel!

There aren’t any sitting on lots, even above MSRP.
In Canada, you’ll pay MSRP (and actually significantly below any other price in the world), but the wait is 2-3 years.
In the US, you can get one in a few months or perhaps sooner, if you’re willing to pay $30-50K over MSRP.
Not sure how long the wait is if you don’t want to pay over list.
One challenge is that most dealers will tell you it’s just a few months to get your deposit, then they will keep pushing the delivery date out.

Anyone that will sell at MSRP has probably a 2 yr wait list at the moment.

Try MB Manhattan. I put a deposit in April for 1yr wait. IDK the current wait time but they will sell you at MSRP.

No disrespect to the G63 owners but in my view it makes no sense. There is nothing “AMG” about the G-wagon. Slapping an AMG badge on it, wider wheels and more power does not make a true AMG.
Not only that, but you can’t even drive a G63 off road without new wheels.

I really don’t understand the point of the G63, other than showing off.

As a bonus, save ~$30K and get the car faster, probably.

Oh where to begin with this.
Yes, the G 550 is probably a better off road vehicle, no one will take either truck to Moab.
If you do, you will still need to change the tires on the 550.
The G 63 is so much faster than the 550. Car and Driver was astonished that they got one to do a 3.9 sec 0-60.
The fact that something that big and heavy can move that fast is mind boggling. Let's face it, ALL AMG models are about showing off to one degree or another.
The G wagen is a look at me truck, no question. The GLE 63 is faster and handles better and is cheaper to boot. Yet, no one is paying over list for one.

The G 63 checks all the boxes, it unique, its blindingly fast, it sounds awesome, it's relatively rare.
For the people in the demographic that can afford this rig, saving $30k is chump change.
It IS worth the wait and worth the premium.

Well put!
We can agree to disagree, however. There’s something about the more compact width of the G550 and using a vehicle as it was intended that just appeals to me more.
(I’m also fortunate enough to have a near-super car AMG, so that itch is being scratched)

The Market adjustment is mostly in CA. Rest of the country is selling at MSRP. Unfortunately is going to be hard to buy a G out of state

I don't think that is accurate.

....that the rest of the country is selling at MSRP, or that it’s hard to buy out of state?

Not in NJ, I called many dealers and they are all at $25-$35K above MSRP with changeable slots that are for Dec-Jan build slots.

I am still waiting for an allocation for a G63 at MSRP. Everywhere I called is either a long line or 30-60K markup.

2nd that @sam9187 , waiting on the hype to die down - I've been told approx. a year or so.

Nobody will sell you one at MSRP anytime soon. The stores that will have long lists already.
You can wait a year or more or you can pay the adjustment and get one sooner.
Cars are a commodity. MSRP is meaningless. You get a big discount when they are hard to sell. Conversely, you have to pay all the money when the demand is through the roof.

I am told this week that mine is now 'on the boat'

edit: MSRP (on faith; most options weren’t priced yet)

I got my G63 at MSRP....just waited in line

Yup, supply and demand is a pain. Went through the same thing with my Rolex, waited 8 months but worth it...

Ha it's funny you should mention that. I've been using the G-wagen analogy over on the Rolex forum. Its really even worse for watches, where there is such a mismatch of supply/demand that dealers sell all their inventory (of stainless, 'tool' watches) to resellers, who relist them at 2X MSRP. Thousands of pages of handwringing and consternation among the watch collecting forums. But just like MB, it would be foolish for Rolex to ramp up production just in time for the next possible recession.

@Ersatzs2 the grey market for Rolex watches is insane. No manufacturer warranty, box, or card + over MSRP was a hard pill to swallow. Rolex stopped taking orders for their Date Just model. I called every shop in SoCal weekly until I scored one.

Won't have the same opportunity with the 'G' :confused:

Text from dealer yesterday informed me 550 is now in US, awaiting shipment to dealer. So far <4 mos. from time of order.

Anyone got any updates on their 2020 builds?

Mines being built in January, delivered late April/May, imo.

Mine is scheduled for second week December build

I'm with @jn66 - scheduled for 3rd decade of January, so I'm thinking April delivery to the west coast.

Ordered a G 550 mid September '19. Three weeks later received an "estimated " build date of December. Last week received an update that build date had been moved back to November with an estimated delivery of four to six weeks after the build. That would put it on the ground in January some time. We shall see what transpires. Based on the experience of some on this forum seems a little optimistic to me. Don't have a confirmed price but have been assured it is at MSRP or better based on my relationship at the dealership. Long time customer, many (too many??) cars.

Production of the new G must be getting better.Should see order to delivery +-6 months in 2020. MB won't continue to allow lost sales due to waiting a year

Production hasn't changed. In some areas G 550 demand is dropping to be more in line with supply.
G 63 demand still well in excess of supply in most major markets.
Mercedes can only build so many G wagens, they aren't losing any sales. Everything being built has a home.

Agreed. This ^. Combined with the massive price increase in some markets should offset potential losses from “lost sales”

I placed my G550 order in Feb 2021 and I'm still waiting. They are telling me Jan '22 before I get it. I ordered a '21 they are telling me my G550 will be a '22. I frequently check MBUSA website, search for my dealership, check to see if they have inventory. Each time I've checked, they had new inventory so I called them. Salesman told me that MB does that and that those vehicles are already purchased/ordered.
Ask your dealership what number are you on their list. They can tell you where you are on their allocation list. I was #11 when I ordered it in Feb '21. As of 8/2/21 I am #4. Go figure. I will check in with them again in September. Good luck. Let me know what you find out.

Unfortunately, you are looking at MY2023 at the earliest, given the recent news that Mercedes has cancelled almost all V8 engine production for MY2022.

Here's what's canceled:

https://www.autoblog.com/2021/08/16/...v8-sales-2022/

I waited more than 3 years for my 2019, and it was worth it!

MB is pushing as many G as they can this year. If they giving allocations until December the way they gave this month, many of you that are on the list, will get a 2021.

Looks like due to supply shortages, Mercedes isn’t able to produce vehicles with V8’s.

“In an unexpected move, Mercedes-Benz has told its dealers that a significant number of V8-engined models will not be offered stateside for the upcoming 2022 model year, publishing a long list of vehicles that won't be offered in eight-cylinder form. The automaker has cited unspecific supply chain issues for the reason, though the specifics remain murky at the moment, given the fact that plenty of other powerful engines, including ones offered in AMG-badged cars, will remain on the menu for the 2022 model year.

The toll is pretty significant, with Mercedes telling its dealers not to expect the Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupe, C63 S Cabriolet, GLC63 S Coupe, GLC63 SUV, GLC63 S SUV, E63 S sedan and wagon, as well as the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 and 63 S twins.”

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.aut...-v8s-for-2022/

What year? '21 or '22?

22’. Apparently you will be able to place orders this summer for a new one, not sure if 2022 or 2023. They’ve stopped taking orders tho. We will see.

My dealer told me in the summer i was #56 (July) and just told me I’m number #57 (November) for a G63 @ sticker. I got on the list July 2020. I doubt at this point they will honor the MSRP price. I’m debating just cancelling my spot… :nix:

Why?
 

How did you move from 56 to 57? Where are you located?
I was #4 in Sept and in Oct I was #6. The sales person told me the sales guy that told me I was #4 was wrong. I think there’s some shady stuff going on.

I'm pretty sure the dealer is playing games that if someone offers them 100k over sticker, they'll move them to the front and if I'm the 50th in line, who cares if I go to 51st. I'm assuming that's what happened. It certainly leaves a bad taste considering I've done business with them before. My guess is it's not even the sales persons fault, but someone higher. I'll just take my business elsewhere.

My 2021 G63 was ordered March15th of this year and is near 2 weeks from being delivered I was told late last week. It made it port side and is close. So basically a bit over 10 months of a wait. Polar white, black interior, trail package, comfort seats. Can't wait to finally enjoy it.

Congrats!!
 

Where are you located?

Midwest USA

Ok
 

Midwest MB knows how to treat their clients. I have to contact my dealership to get info - SW.

Did you get your 2021 G63 yet? Post pics. I'd love to see it. Made updates to my order based on the 2022 changes. I'm #5. Haven't heard anything about allocations. Have you?

He did, and he flipped it.