I had a dealer in Chicago tell me that March 9th was the date he was told that orders would be available. Can anyone confirm that?

I have calls into two dealers to see if there is any update. I'll report back.

Word is orders are in the system, but no allocations as of yet for 2019. Sorry for the false alarm - I'm sure I was told March 9th by the dealer, but likely to get me to drop my deposit.

You are correct. The new models are e350 and e450. e63 remians the same.

Horesepower is bumped up as well. 295 for 350 and 367 for e450.

Will the E 450 be getting the new inline 6 or will it just be a tune up of the current V6?

In reading the first post here, I would bet that the E350 will replace the E300. It will be the new I4 mild-hybrid setup with 299hp (Europe) and the of course the E400 will become the E450 with the 362hp I6 just like the CLS450. This is great if this happens. The E-Class will be complete, and while the V6 was a good engine, the I6 is superior in nearly every way. E43 will become E53. This is a lot to happen for one model year.


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the E450 is a V6, not the inline 6 w/48v hybrid assist....

Is that confirmed? What about the E350 and E43 to E53?

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I placed an order for a 2018 E63 AMG S on Feb 12th/2018. Just got word from my SA - I will be getting a 2019 car, but their first MY19 allocation has a block on the AMG Driver's Package. He said we are going to take the next one. Expected delivery for first MY19 allocation is August. This is going to be a long wait.

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Are you in the US or Canada?
And is first MY19 delivery in August with the Driver's pack or without? Meaning that first allocation WITH Driver's pack is even later than August for delivery?

I am in Toronto, Canada.

Correct - the first MY19 delivery will be in July/August and will come without the driver's pack.

Correct - the next allocation will be with Driver's pack, and the delivery for that will be after the first allocation's delivery - either later August, or more likely, September / October - pending no other delays.

It’s a long wait.

Depends on dealer, and how many allocations they have. But like mentioned above, MY19s will enter production in June, so its safe to assume you will be looking at the same time frame.

I apologize for the newbie questions. I'm new to the MB ordering world and the information from dealers and the web is light on this topic. This forum is a lifesaver.

Once you put down a deposit on a MY19 and the dealer indicates your order is "in the system" (similar to X166 above), how do you verify that once allocations open up, you get one (or the dealer gets one for you)? How do verify your "place in line" and projected build date?

I believe the VIN isn't issued until later in the process. Do you get a PO number in the interim? Is there a way to independently confirm it is associated with your order?

I'm trying to avoid lip service from dealers that indicate I have a car on order, only to learn later that they can't get it immediately and I'm in the second or third build rotation with a delivery date that is not acceptable given prior verbal commitments. Plenty of dealers in Chicago and everyone talks a big game.

I've ordered Porsches and Audis in the past, but always got an allocation held by the dealer that I could customize. 90 days later the cars showed up.

Thanks

Great question. From my personal experience, I've only ordered one car before, rest have been inventory/stock.

I previously ordered a BMW M4; worked same way as you're describing. Order was placed end of January. I took delivery of the car end of March. No delays; I was able to track it through my sales associate, and independently online using various websites.

Mercedes Benz works a bit different; there aren't many tools to track the build process. You will have to work closely with a trusted SA. The other issue is this particular car. If you're following the forums it is easy to conclude there are some production issues with this particular model.

My recommendation would be to find a SA who you can trust, and who is open and honest. Nevertheless, there can always be issues that arise which have the potential to delay your car regardless of how you're tracking it.

Hope that helps.

Can I ask what car you are trying to order?

2019 E63S

So the price is not out for 19 E63S sedan neither? I am still waiting for the price and dates for a 19 E53 Wagon.

Price may not be out for quite a while. I know when I ordered my 2018 last May I don't think I found out the price until around August or so.