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Old Nov 16, 2012 | 03:36 PM
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My Order...delayed!

Well.....my December build, Jan. delivery has morphed into FEBRUARY build, Mar. delivery! Needless to say, Im not a happy camper on that one! Did not have that happen on my first two GL orders...
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Old Nov 16, 2012 | 06:01 PM
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What was the "reason" (read: "excuse") that they gave you?!
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Old Nov 16, 2012 | 06:51 PM
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What model and what options...

Production is running a but behind - and depending on genral production catch up "some" December order may be pushed into following month - as few as possible since ML's will be sell out and Dec is close of MB fiscal year.

However, a December production date to be pushed out to February usually indicates supply shortage of "something" - or bogie info from the dealer in the 1st place.
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Old Nov 16, 2012 | 07:11 PM
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I have a January build date. Does that mean that January builds are pushed back too?
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Old Nov 16, 2012 | 08:55 PM
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Production is running a but behind - and depending on genral production catch up "some" December order may be pushed into following month - as few as possible since ML's will be sell out and Dec is close of MB fiscal year.

However, a December production date to be pushed out to February usually indicates supply shortage of "something" - or bogie info from the dealer in the 1st place.
Most likely it is the second option you cite......since several of the items ( Distrionic, surround camera , leather ) have supply issues already. I hope to get more info as to what the specific situation is.
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Old Nov 16, 2012 | 08:57 PM
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I have a January build date. Does that mean that January builds are pushed back too?
I don't think so.... I think it has to do with specific option combinations....this has been an issue with the GL production ever since my first order in 2007!
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Old Nov 16, 2012 | 10:19 PM
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Sorry to hear this, maybe I'll have to give rides in mine to friends of the forum. ;-)
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Old Nov 17, 2012 | 07:00 AM
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Sorry to hear this, maybe I'll have to give rides in mine to friends of the forum. ;-)
Now there is a clever idea! My dealership is a pretty "straight up bunch" , I know some of the key people personally, so I don't think they are playing games .....but..... They never seem to have much good commentary about the order/production process at the Vance plant.

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Old Nov 17, 2012 | 11:15 PM
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my case is even worse. the order placed this month for Jan/Feb production, est deliver date is mid Mar to beginning April. in Canada, HST will be replaced to PST/GST system on April 1st, which means if I receive my SUV in April, I will have to pay 15% (PST/GST+3% luxury tax) instead 12% HST hopefully I can receive my SUV in mid of March.
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Old Nov 17, 2012 | 11:38 PM
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Itn certain cases with VIN# (which get assigned about 3rd day of production) your dealer might be able to run the transaction..
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Old Nov 18, 2012 | 12:35 AM
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they told me at least the vehicle has to pass the border. I'm going to call them again. They actually have a 450 Nov. production, Dec deliver, but I have been told I can't change options anymore
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my case is even worse. the order placed this month for Jan/Feb production, est deliver date is mid Mar to beginning April. in Canada, HST will be replaced to PST/GST system on April 1st, which means if I receive my SUV in April, I will have to pay 15% (PST/GST+3% luxury tax) instead 12% HST hopefully I can receive my SUV in mid of March.
Not being Canadian , I'm not familiar with those terms BUTT, sounds like one horrific tax! Lets hope they get it to you in March!
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Old Nov 18, 2012 | 09:55 PM
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Well.....got the 2011 all cleaned and polished up....gonna be driving her for a while longer, might as well enjoy the best vehicle I have ever owned! If the 13 didn't have the significant improvements in tech and ride aspects, I probably would not be trading!
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Old Dec 3, 2012 | 10:31 AM
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talked with the dealer today.....THEY say, "manufacturing is backed up 4 weeks" combine that with the holidays and Im looking at a Feb. build! Not what I want but is the only way to GET what I want! MY order orginally went in on Oct. 30.
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