E-Class Production Stopped for First Two Weeks of May
#51
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How do you guys get these build dates specified? I asked my dealer for a date and it build number and was told that the build date was “end of the month” with delivery 4-6 weeks after that. When I bought my M2, I was given dates that I could track. Same when I was buying an RS6. I could actually track where it was on the process.
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How do you guys get these build dates specified? I asked my dealer for a date and it build number and was told that the build date was “end of the month” with delivery 4-6 weeks after that. When I bought my M2, I was given dates that I could track. Same when I was buying an RS6. I could actually track where it was on the process.
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Well finally got some great news as my first build is onboard the "Tijuca" awaiting departure to Baltimore with an ETA of 06/16. This AMG wagon was allocated back in January with a build scheduled for 3D of April as a reference to others awaiting some good news and hopefully some of you are onboard this ship as well. My second build is in production with hopefully all of the options I order this time (active seats being number one for me). I will make the finally decision once I see the first build around the end of month if I want to accept or pass for next build, that will be a tuff decision unless the second build is complete and on boat.
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As for my build story/status: I started my quest for a 2021 wagon back in December 2020 and sold my 2020 wagon to my dealer in January (whoops) thinking I’d have a car by now, per their estimate, which seemed reasonable to me at the time. Well, still no allocation and a few weeks ago we converted it to a 2022 build. No June allocation either, but my salesperson is “confident” they will get an allocation in July. Really hope this car doesn’t show up in the middle of next winter (Ohio), but it’s beginning to look that way. Ugh.
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I’m curious why the active seats are mandatory for you because I’ve had them and used them in other cars and always found them a bit gimmicky? Do these actually work really well? I’m just wondering if I should add them to my build because people seem to be pretty positive on them here, but I’ve resisted because I keep reading the rumors of major production delays if you specify them. My 2020 wagon didn't have them either, so no personal experience with these particular active seats.
As for my build story/status: I started my quest for a 2021 wagon back in December 2020 and sold my 2020 wagon to my dealer in January (whoops) thinking I’d have a car by now, per their estimate, which seemed reasonable to me at the time. Well, still no allocation, and a few weeks ago we converted it to a 2022 build. No June allocation either, but my salesperson is “confident” they will get an allocation in July. Really hope this car doesn’t show up in the middle of next winter (Ohio), but it’s beginning to look that way. Ugh.
As for my build story/status: I started my quest for a 2021 wagon back in December 2020 and sold my 2020 wagon to my dealer in January (whoops) thinking I’d have a car by now, per their estimate, which seemed reasonable to me at the time. Well, still no allocation, and a few weeks ago we converted it to a 2022 build. No June allocation either, but my salesperson is “confident” they will get an allocation in July. Really hope this car doesn’t show up in the middle of next winter (Ohio), but it’s beginning to look that way. Ugh.
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My MY22 just went yellow (under production, limited changes allowed) this week and is still holding for a 3D/July build.
Options: B07, DA2, DA4, DC1, DC5, L6J, RTS, U17, U19, U82, 260, 261, 293, 432, 463, 51U, 581, 5U6, 736, 737, 799, 866, 872, and 883.
Options: B07, DA2, DA4, DC1, DC5, L6J, RTS, U17, U19, U82, 260, 261, 293, 432, 463, 51U, 581, 5U6, 736, 737, 799, 866, 872, and 883.
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It's amazing how this process works. The dealer I am working with is hellbent on getting me a MY21 model with a build date for "end of this month," while other members here are getting MY22s prepped for build in the same time period. The whole process seems so random and disorganized with regards to when/how MB fills orders. It's just odd to me that there isn't a hard stop date for when allocations can be doled out for specific MYs and the rest forwarded to the next MY. When I asked my dealer here in the northeast about possibly moving my order to MY22 so I'm not a year behind from the jump, I was told that they couldn't guarantee when they would get an allocation or if they'd be build the spec with all the items I've requested. Felt like I was being coerced into taking the MY21 allocation. At this point, wouldn't surprise me if I hear back from these guys only to be told that the allocation is now being pushed to MY22.
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The multi-function seats are great IMO for long drives (or just when I've had a long workday). I've had them on every E-class build since 2010 and would not be without them. I'm not understanding your statement of converting an order intent to a 2022 build w/o an allocation. Something doesn't seem correct in the history. I'd dump the dealer and find another who will obtain an allocation. 6 months seems like a long time as others have been able to secure allocations after December in this forum.
My 2021 build was converted to 2022 because my dealer never got an 2021 allocation (apparently), and the 2022 allocations have opened. I’d definitely consider switching dealers if I hadn't already sold them 2 cars that are my trade-in value against the new car. My mistake, but no one thought it would take THIS long. Frustrating. And yeah it’s been making me wonder as I see others getting allocations before me, but then there are other examples of people (in this thread) that have been waiting even longer (1yr). So I guess it just depends on your dealer, and mine actually does a lot of AMG sales nationally. Who knows…
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I’ve been waiting almost a year. My dealer (salesman and his GM) were honest throughout the process about their difficulty in getting an allocation. I threatened a few times to head someplace with historically higher volume or past dealer (read “non-customer ordered”) allocations, but they’ve been so attentive with finding me a car that I stuck with them (they’ve also been great with post-sale attention on our GLS). It finally looks to be paying off, but I’m trying not to get too excited till I have my VIN.
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I felt I was getting personally enticed to wait for MY22. But given almost nothing different from MY21 except a new color and some option that now becomes standard, didn’t think I was worth waiting it out given I have MY21 allocation. Also, my understanding is even if you get a July build for MY22, MB won’t release it to you till November even if it sits at the port for a month or longer. I believe other members confirmed that along with a couple of dealers I spoke with. If you can wait till November then ride it out for MY22. Of course we all know that delays are still possible and your build can still get pushed. Hope all that gets worked out soon.
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Hm, maybe I’ll have to consider the active seats further. I’m going to see if I can get any confirmation on this rumored delay tied to them before I do though. It’s not worth waiting any longer to me.
My 2021 build was converted to 2022 because my dealer never got an 2021 allocation (apparently), and the 2022 allocations have opened. I’d definitely consider switching dealers if I hadn't already sold them 2 cars that are my trade-in value against the new car. My mistake, but no one thought it would take THIS long. Frustrating. And yeah it’s been making me wonder as I see others getting allocations before me, but then there are other examples of people (in this thread) that have been waiting even longer (1yr). So I guess it just depends on your dealer, and mine actually does a lot of AMG sales nationally. Who knows…
My 2021 build was converted to 2022 because my dealer never got an 2021 allocation (apparently), and the 2022 allocations have opened. I’d definitely consider switching dealers if I hadn't already sold them 2 cars that are my trade-in value against the new car. My mistake, but no one thought it would take THIS long. Frustrating. And yeah it’s been making me wonder as I see others getting allocations before me, but then there are other examples of people (in this thread) that have been waiting even longer (1yr). So I guess it just depends on your dealer, and mine actually does a lot of AMG sales nationally. Who knows…
1. Seats: had a loaner with sport seats for extended period of time. Did not like them and ordered comfort seats. Was happy with both w212 and w213….
2. Ordering: my dealer got august build date after I asked for 22 model last month. People having trouble ordering should consider changing dealership.
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I felt I was getting personally enticed to wait for MY22. But given almost nothing different from MY21 except a new color and some option that now becomes standard, didn’t think I was worth waiting it out given I have MY21 allocation. Also, my understanding is even if you get a July build for MY22, MB won’t release it to you till November even if it sits at the port for a month or longer. I believe other members confirmed that along with a couple of dealers I spoke with. If you can wait till November then ride it out for MY22. Of course we all know that delays are still possible and your build can still get pushed. Hope all that gets worked out soon.
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My 2c:
1. Seats: had a loaner with sport seats for extended period of time. Did not like them and ordered comfort seats. Was happy with both w212 and w213….
2. Ordering: my dealer got august build date after I asked for 22 model last month. People having trouble ordering should consider changing dealership.
1. Seats: had a loaner with sport seats for extended period of time. Did not like them and ordered comfort seats. Was happy with both w212 and w213….
2. Ordering: my dealer got august build date after I asked for 22 model last month. People having trouble ordering should consider changing dealership.
I’m stuck with my dealer unless I want to give up about $10k in sales tax benefit on my trade-ins (see my previous post). Others are loyal to their local dealers, so it’s not always so simple for everyone, but obviously if it’s an option then yes you should shop around for allocations. Especially with these unicorns (the wagons).
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Sport seats are no longer available in the US, we’re referring to the active seats vs non (massaging and bolster features).
I’m stuck with my dealer unless I want to give up about $10k in sales tax benefit on my trade-ins (see my previous post). Others are loyal to their local dealers, so it’s not always so simple for everyone, but obviously if it’s an option then yes you should shop around for allocations. Especially with these unicorns (the wagons).
I’m stuck with my dealer unless I want to give up about $10k in sales tax benefit on my trade-ins (see my previous post). Others are loyal to their local dealers, so it’s not always so simple for everyone, but obviously if it’s an option then yes you should shop around for allocations. Especially with these unicorns (the wagons).
Sorry to hear about trouble with order, hope it will get resolved!
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I asked my dealer about this holding until November issue, and he said that won’t happen this year because the 22 is identical to the 21 and no government certifications are required to bring them in for sale. It would have been an issue for the 18’s and 21’s because they were new models/facelifts that required a new certification.
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I asked my dealer about this holding until November issue, and he said that won’t happen this year because the 22 is identical to the 21 and no government certifications are required to bring them in for sale. It would have been an issue for the 18’s and 21’s because they were new models/facelifts that required a new certification.
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My salesman has not been very responsive lately. Last communication we had was he told me still waiting on my wagon to finish the production. Is your order a wagon or sedan?
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Who knows on those MY22 timelines. It all seems like a crap shoot and so fluid at this point. My 21 is waiting for a boat. The only thing that I was interested in for 22 was the Night Package 2. I would have liked that. But didn’t think it was worth pushing off to 2022. I figure if I want it, it’s an easy enough upgrade.