GTD build dates (estimated or confirmed)

[linc-dub]

I was b/w34 before it started slipping - yes camera may have a part in this, I definately don't think dealer allocation has in my case.

[JJH]

Something else to consider is that each European territory has both a 'private' and 'fleet' sales allocation that will be considered. Essentially there will be two waiting lists, one for each.
Ultimately there is limited supply of MK7 GTD & GTI per year, over the model life. They are so confident  they will hit there numbers they are not worried about complaints over long lead-times.

For example, although the skoda yeti is still being made, the order list for some specific models is so long the book has now been closed.

Much like popular football teams who have a season ticket waiting list, they increase ticket prices, lifted in the knowledge they will always find a buyer; its only possible if the product is amoung the best available.

I see the class leading efficiency and historically low interest rates as the biggest reason for such huge demand across Europe at the moment for what is a slightly over priced product.

[monkeyhanger]

Something else to consider is that each European territory has both a 'private' and 'fleet' sales allocation that will be considered. Essentially there will be two waiting lists, one for each.
Ultimately there is limited supply of MK7 GTD & GTI per year, over the model life. They are so confident  they will hit there numbers they are not worried about complaints over long lead-times.

For example, although the skoda yeti is still being made, the order list for some specific models is so long the book has now been closed.

Much like popular football teams who have a season ticket waiting list, they increase ticket prices, lifted in the knowledge they will always find a buyer; its only possible if the product is amoung the best available.

I see the class leading efficiency and historically low interest rates as the biggest reason for such huge demand across Europe at the moment for what is a slightly over priced product.

^ Aye, but I wish we say the same interest rates as VW give its German customers – finance at 1.9% APR, we get 6.4% in the UK. As it turns out I’m avoiding VW finance this time around (but usually I go through VW finance) so it won’t affect me.

[RikWebb]

I'm forever the optimist ! and cant complain too much - look at bear, he has been waiting an age!

Will let you know what they tell me

Rik

Spoke to them again.....
 
Now estimated BW 37 (2nd week September) with delivery around 3rd week Oct 

Not a happy bunny !

[Bill_the_Bear]

Spoke to them again.....
 
Now estimated BW 37 (2nd week September) with delivery around 3rd week Oct 

Not a happy bunny !

sh!t.

I feel for you.  If they ever bother to reply to my email I sent this morning I expect the same.

[RikWebb]

Well - that will be the 21 weeks then 16th May to 3rd week Oct, might actually be 22 !!

sh!t is the right word there Bill !!

Next call - Leasedrive Velo to complain and wait for it to go up the chain!

I wasn't happy about beginning of September, but excepted it - 3rd week of October is taking the pi$$

[Ricepop]

Well - that will be the 21 weeks then 16th May to 3rd week Oct, might actually be 22 !!

sh!t is the right word there Bill !!

Next call - Leasedrive Velo to complain and wait for it to go up the chain!

I wasn't happy about beginning of September, but excepted it - 3rd week of October is taking the pi$$

Look on the bright side, you ordered a month after me an have the same delivery date

[RikWebb]

Well - that will be the 21 weeks then 16th May to 3rd week Oct, might actually be 22 !!

sh!t is the right word there Bill !!

Next call - Leasedrive Velo to complain and wait for it to go up the chain!

I wasn't happy about beginning of September, but excepted it - 3rd week of October is taking the pi$$

Unconfirmed date !! Madness !

Spoke to Leasedrive - they have not been informed of any delay and still expect a build on 8th Aug and delivery beginning of September...
Something fishy is going on at VW ! 

Leasedrive are chasing them now
Look on the bright side, you ordered a month after me an have the same delivery date

[Bill_the_Bear]

Unconfirmed date !! Madness !

Spoke to Leasedrive - they have not been informed of any delay and still expect a build on 8th Aug and delivery beginning of September...
Something fishy is going on at VW ! 

Leasedrive are chasing them now

Be interested to see what they come back with.

[RikWebb]

Have you seen this one.....

Just received a letter from VWUK

I am pleased you have chosen to order a VW golf and thank you for your custom. I regret however, that the delivery times for some models have extended significantly beyond the norm, something which has impacted your order.

The delays have been caused by the actual level of demand exceeding planed production and we have taken all steps available to overcome this in the shortest possible timescale. I fully understand this explination does not resolve any inconvience or disappointment you may have experienced as a result, for which I apologise.

I am pleased to advise that we now have secured a build slot for your order and hence, from this point onwards, your VW retailer will be in a position to provide progress updates on build, shipping and handover.

In recognition of the delay and your patience, I have enclosed a small goodwill gesture in the form of some "Lesiure vouchers" that can be redeemed against a wide range of goods and services.

Once again, I apologise for the delay and hope when you take delivery of your new car, it will make the wait worthwhile and provide many years of pleasurable driving.

Yours sincerely
Robert Hazelwood
Director of Volkswagen


Vouchers were worth £50, and I got my confirmed BW two weeks ago (wk35). Only think I received this letter because I had a rant at my dealer last week regarding the delay (was originally told end of July delivery, now going to be end of September). Either that or VW are sending these letters out to people who are waiting longer than expected.

EEK!