Production delays/ timeline
#1277
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2020 GLE 450; 2023 BMW M2 Coupe
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Production does not always start within the scheduled decade. Ask for your current production status code. The VIN is assigned just at the start of production (B4 status). I had mine within 10 days of that date.
#1278
For me, there was nothing in their system up until the day it was finished. I was originally scheduled for the first decade of November. No status updates once the car was locked in. Just last week, it updated out of the blue as being completed... kinda took the fun out of waiting for the car. 😅 how long did it take for you to get your car once it was released to be shipped?
#1280
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As an update today 11/4/19...my order is STILL in B4 with no other info...my dealer has been superb and has located a substitute vehicle that is more than acceptable to me and the BOSS... my wife!!! It is scheduled to be at the dealer by the end of this week for delivery no later than early next week. It is a bit more $$$, color is Diamond White Metallic, macchiato/magma grey leather , third row seats, 21 inch 5 spoke wheels, tow pkg, pano roof ...no running boards nor heated/cooled cupholders vs my original order. We are very pleased and are anxious to take ownership and complete this very long journey.
Pics attached...
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Third row
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Last edited by RWR; 11-12-2019 at 04:12 PM.
#1281
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Sadly, it looks like you were spot-on... I checked again with my salesperson today, and nothing has changed in status since my entry - looks like "B4 hell" is a real thing after all, lol. (No VIN assigned yet, either). Sorry for spreading false hope, everyone.
#1282
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My car is "On Rail" now, I'm told it takes 5-business days max to get to the dealership once it reaches that status.
I should have my GLE 53 before the end of next week!
I finally got to see pricing today as well, they got the price sheet from their dealer portal.
However, their sales system hasn't been updated with the pricing info so I couldn't finalize anything today like I had planned.
It looks like I'm going to be the 1st person to take delivery of a GLE 53 in North America, I can't wait! =)
I should have my GLE 53 before the end of next week!
I finally got to see pricing today as well, they got the price sheet from their dealer portal.
However, their sales system hasn't been updated with the pricing info so I couldn't finalize anything today like I had planned.
It looks like I'm going to be the 1st person to take delivery of a GLE 53 in North America, I can't wait! =)
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#1283
My car is "On Rail" now, I'm told it takes 5-business days max to get to the dealership once it reaches that status.
I should have my GLE 53 before the end of next week!
I finally got to see pricing today as well, they got the price sheet from their dealer portal.
However, their sales system hasn't been updated with the pricing info so I couldn't finalize anything today like I had planned.
It looks like I'm going to be the 1st person to take delivery of a GLE 53 in North America, I can't wait! =)
I should have my GLE 53 before the end of next week!
I finally got to see pricing today as well, they got the price sheet from their dealer portal.
However, their sales system hasn't been updated with the pricing info so I couldn't finalize anything today like I had planned.
It looks like I'm going to be the 1st person to take delivery of a GLE 53 in North America, I can't wait! =)
It will be interesting if it will show up on the epa list before you take delivery.
#1286
Junior Member
My long awaited (71/2 months), GLE450 AMG Line is arriving at the dealers toady and should be with me Friday or Saturday, Cant wait.
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#1288
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I feel like Mercedes has definitely got on top of their production issues.
My car entered production last decade of September (ordered beginning of August) and is set to be delivered Mid-November exactly on schedule.
Unless something like customs or rail strike etc. happens now, it should be on time.
Just over 1.5-months beginning to end. *fingers crossed*
My car entered production last decade of September (ordered beginning of August) and is set to be delivered Mid-November exactly on schedule.
Unless something like customs or rail strike etc. happens now, it should be on time.
Just over 1.5-months beginning to end. *fingers crossed*
#1290
So I finally managed to get to the dealership this morning to check out the car. First impression is wow, what a stunner. Inside and out it has far exceeded my expectations. My only gripe is that the leather in some areas such as the head rest and side bolsters are wrinkled and the stitching is not perfectly straight. Looking at this, you would think you were in a $9k car, not a $90k car. Aside from that, everything else just works. Every option is well thought out and there are a million functions and features that may sound silly but makes life so much more convenient. Only question is can you change the direction of the swipe for the track pad? Seems almost counter intuitive to swipe one direction and the icons go the opposite direction. Pics to follow once I get back from my weekend trip.
#1291
Super Member
Sucks to hear about the crooked stitching, those kind of things bother me as well. Truth is, after a while you'll forget all about it.
Occasionally you'll notice it again and be like "Oh right, this stupid crooked stitching", but then you'll forget again.
Enjoy the new GLE!
Occasionally you'll notice it again and be like "Oh right, this stupid crooked stitching", but then you'll forget again.
Enjoy the new GLE!
#1292
So I finally managed to get to the dealership this morning to check out the car. First impression is wow, what a stunner. Inside and out it has far exceeded my expectations. My only gripe is that the leather in some areas such as the head rest and side bolsters are wrinkled and the stitching is not perfectly straight. Looking at this, you would think you were in a $9k car, not a $90k car. Aside from that, everything else just works. Every option is well thought out and there are a million functions and features that may sound silly but makes life so much more convenient. Only question is can you change the direction of the swipe for the track pad? Seems almost counter intuitive to swipe one direction and the icons go the opposite direction. Pics to follow once I get back from my weekend trip.
#1294
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Well just had a conversation with the dealer and Saturday at 1pm uk time for pick up at long last. Hope all goes to plan after all this time.
#1296
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I ordered the first Gle last December 2018, In July 2019 cancelled it and ordered the second one should went to production 2nd decade November no scheduled to be final inspected in 3rd week of December, to be delivered in Malta in Mid February 2020, thats more than 14 months
from the first order, Not good
from the first order, Not good
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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450
I ordered the first Gle last December 2018, In July 2019 cancelled it and ordered the second one should went to production 2nd decade November no scheduled to be final inspected in 3rd week of December, to be delivered in Malta in Mid February 2020, thats more than 14 months
from the first order, Not good
from the first order, Not good
#1299
I feel like Mercedes has definitely got on top of their production issues.
My car entered production last decade of September (ordered beginning of August) and is set to be delivered Mid-November exactly on schedule.
Unless something like customs or rail strike etc. happens now, it should be on time.
Just over 1.5-months beginning to end. *fingers crossed*
My car entered production last decade of September (ordered beginning of August) and is set to be delivered Mid-November exactly on schedule.
Unless something like customs or rail strike etc. happens now, it should be on time.
Just over 1.5-months beginning to end. *fingers crossed*
No faith here out West. My sales lady told me it’s in production but no Vin. When I ordered my 63 it was 18 months of excuses.
Let us know if yours shows.
#1300
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Already figuring out the winter tire situation.