Even with the used (aka brand new by nearly all standards) inventory through the roof? There’s nearly 1,000 listed between classified sites, and new ones being made again (that are identical to the 19s).

I can see them getting a few ridiculous ADMs for the people who want one of the first 22s, but not once they’re available at all dealers again.

 

MB Dealers have had markups on every car, not just the G pre cancellation. GLEs are at least $5k over, GLS’ are $10-15k, there’s still a shortage of non v8 cars.

In November I snagged a new incoming GLS and picked it up the dealership first week of Jan - they didn’t have a single new SUV in stock (lots of c classes though).

 

The car is just too popular

 

Absolutely. It will probably drop the prices of the used ones a bit. Although I doubt you will see any big drops. It is sounding like allocations will be very small. We still get calls every single day from all over of the country from people looking for brand new G wagens.

 

looking.. yes. Willing to pay 75k adm, no. Over sticker will come down to earth (30-40) and used will definitely drop.

 

This is great news!! I've had my order placed since 2/2021. I'll see. I do drop ins at my dealership to compare what's posted on this blog vs what my salesperson tells me. Found this article today. I hope the MB manufacturer get involved in the price gouging these dealerships are promoting! There has got to be a consumer law against what dealerships are charging for these vehicles. If a US lawyer is on this thread, what say you?

https://apple.news/Ask7uwuF3QIKtZnE9sXXHhg

 

This is on the MB USA website.
Availability Notice

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Continue My Build

 

My excitement is clouding my comprehension. Is this memo instructing dealerships to review, prioritize or delete existing MY21 customer orders that's already in their order bank and to leave them in the order bank if the order(s) is still valid (a deposit paid and the customer still wants the GWagon)? I'm not understanding what 'prioritizing' is about. Are they allowing the dealerships to order GWagons based on which customer they want to place an order for? I think they will only delete orders if the customer change their mind. Lastly, My21 orders left in the order bank by the dealership will be converted to My22's orders by MB?
Just need clarity so I can discuss with my salesperson.Thanks

 

THANK YOU!!!!!

 

Where are all the people on this forum who were sure from their insider knowledge that V8 MBs are gone forever from the US market?

Looks like the V8 lives on, great news. I guess the hybrid V6 boogey-man can go away for now.

 

Here is what I got from one of the local dealers up here in Minneapolis. What a joke

"We are not taking any orders for the 2023 G Wagon. We are building them when we get allocation and are selling them to the highest bidder per the boss"

 

Exactly, that was utter nonsense.

Now for those that were convinced and hell bent that the G interior was going to be re-designed ala S class with Tesla screen.

 

Other than providing good customer service , there is no motivation to take orders. If the money is the same why not let the market decide the price. I wouldn't be surprised if most dealers take this approach.

 

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Soooo yes 👏🏾

 

Does anyone know whether this notice applies to Canada also?

 

Only one way to find out...

 

I'm on it.... just wondered if anyone had intel on this (because my dealer hasn't seen such a bulletin yet).

 

Likely MB North America prioritizes USA first before they shift their focus on MBCA, we always get the short end of the stick, unfortunately (well for pretty much everything not just cars). Our population isn't as high as across the boarder for example.

 

That is indeed the case. They're keeping their eyes open for a similar bulletin to drop. Let's see what happens.

 

At least we get the car at MSRP with no hassle (other than the wait time). I feel for American members on here and their POS greedy dealers.
Also its a shame that we're always second fiddle given Canada buys the most AMG's per capita in the world.

 

I made the appointment to order another one tomorrow and had to cancel when the dealer said they are asking $100,000 over MSRP for allocations in South Florida.

 

100k PLUS 170k ! The dealerships have now added the “premium fee” now I suggest no one go through with this because once it all settles down you’ll have paid 270k for a car you will not get your money back for. I’m seeing 2021 g wagons for 400k it’s ridiculous and they are price gouging. I’m sorry fellow g wag fans I might be switching to the new range unfortunately this is getting out of hand .

 

I thought dealerships here are price gouging too. Maybe the ones you went to are sold at MSRP if it is part of the Toronto Retail Group which are currently owned by MB Canada (not for long though.)

 

$150k AMD for allocation at MB Littleton, CO.