BlackLab
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I ordered mine on November 4th. Opra Red Black interior, SEL TDI Premium. They say it is in production. Not sure what that means. Dealership does not seem to be able to tell me anything except that it is in "Production".
I ordered mine on November 4th. Opra Red Black interior, SEL TDI Premium. They say it is in production. Not sure what that means. Dealership does not seem to be able to tell me anything except that it is in "Production".
I assume this comment by your sales guy wasn't intended to be taken literally, although I speculate there's some truth to it.My sales guy still hasn't given me a VIN and tells me they are sending the cars twice through the factory to make sure everything is done right...
So they why were there a half-dozen different Passat TDI commercials played during the NFL games yesterday? Why still market something that they know they are way behind on production of?I contend VWoA is being very aggressive about QC and production is suffering, in order to produce the best car possible. I have absolutely no proof for this, other than a gut feeling. They're "damned if they do, damned if they don't."
Sadly, they're going to lose a few passionate customers in the process.
A passionate customer....that sums me up completely. Thanks for putting it into words.Sadly, they're going to lose a few passionate customers in the process.
Yeah I hear ya on that one.So my car (ordered in Nov) is now due to be delivered in April, I'm worried now that it is too close to the 2013 model year announcement. Assuming a September announcement, I will only have had my car for a few months before it is already "old". What if the 2013 cars come with better options available. Will you guys be upset? I think I might be VERY upset.
Yep, the schedule ALWAYS shows the same until the last minute when they redo it.Ordered my SE w/sunroof and nav on 11/26, dealer originally told me to expect 12 weeks. Three weeks ago dealer said delivery near the first of Feb. Today, checked with dealer again he was told still looking like delivery first part of Feb.
I am waiting to see what happens with the financing, if they will make good on the 1.9% when the car shows up or not. I will be re-evaluating based on that. I have been MORE than patient.Know exactly how you feel. Mine is supposed to be here week from tomorrow. If it doesn't show up, I'm looking at a used Bluetec Benz as an option. We are down a car and the inconvenience is about to drive my family insane. I've also noticed in my area that none of the dealers have had any TDIs show up on their inventory in several weeks. This includes neighboring states. This isn't the dealers fault. However more communication back to the waiting purchaser would be good way to eliminate the tension of waiting...
How's this for a strategy: Contact Pentagon Federal C.U. and asked to be pre-approved at their 1.99% rate -- and get in writing. When finalizing sale with the dealer, tell 'em you'll accept nothing less than 1.9% for all the aggravation. Don't be quick to threaten to walk away... just keep reminding them how long they sat on your deposit, lack of communication, whack-a-mole dates, etc. -- and they need to make it right. If they truly cannot do 1.9%, which is possible, chances are good they'll offer you something else... lower price, free accessory, etc. Basically, you want to wear 'em down but come off as a nice guy at the same time. Also wouldn't hurt to calculate ahead of time what 0.09% equates to.I am waiting to see what happens with the financing, if they will make good on the 1.9% when the car shows up or not. I will be re-evaluating based on that. I have been MORE than patient.
Trust me, only you guys are getting all the commentary. I am venting here and letting others know what is going on so they can avoid the learning issues.How's this for a strategy: Contact Pentagon Federal C.U. and asked to be pre-approved at their 1.99% rate -- and get in writing. When finalizing sale with the dealer, tell 'em you'll accept nothing less than 1.9% for all the aggravation. Don't be quick to threaten to walk away... just keep reminding them how long they sat on your deposit, lack of communication, whack-a-mole dates, etc. -- and they need to make it right. If they truly cannot do 1.9%, which is possible, chances are good they'll offer you something else... lower price, free accessory, etc. Basically, you want to wear 'em down but come off as a nice guy at the same time. Also wouldn't hurt to calculate ahead of time what 0.09% equates to.