Does anyone want my build slot and 12.5% off?

[monkeyhanger]

I suspect that for some of these orders already in place which subsequently get cancelled, the dealership  may just keep them going for the dealership and try to get as close to RRP as they can, with prospective buyers being offered to “jump the queeue”, Or they may get them into stock to show prospective buyers and say to them “you can have it now!” (for full RRP or a very small discount).

The prospect of getting something nigh-on immediately that you should normally be waiting 5 or 6 months for is a powerful motivator for paying full RRP or close to it.

[master_hayabusa]

I suspect that for some of these orders already in place which subsequently get cancelled, the dealership  may just keep them going for the dealership and try to get as close to RRP as they can, with prospective buyers being offered to “jump the queeue”, Or they may get them into stock to show prospective buyers and say to them “you can have it now!” (for full RRP or a very small discount).

The prospect of getting something nigh-on immediately that you should normally be waiting 5 or 6 months for is a powerful motivator for paying full RRP or close to it.

I feel like buying the car and selling it the next day lol.

[master_hayabusa]

My plan was to tell the dealer to return my deposit but say to them I have a friend interested in taking the car and they will call as soon as I hang up.  Do you plan another method?

I'm less keen on having someone give me £500 themselves and if I was in their position I would not be keen either.  How do they know I won't pocket the £500 and then keep the GTI or cancel it without telling them?  Also I'm not sure how the dealer would feel about dealing with a Mr X who has just become a Mr Y with a new contact number, and new address, and new banking details.

I suspect they'd say the deal signed was between them and myself and if I'm pulling out a new deal with a new customer needs to be negotiated.  Have you spoken to your dealer about it at all?

Well I see your point. Of course it would be easier to just cancel it. I just didn't want to waste the opportunity. If it was a friend I could say to the dealer just register the car in his/her name. And then sort out the deposit return between us. But this is different.

[Hobojim]

Tell the dealer you want to change the first owner from MR X to Mr Y. Mr Y pays deposit to dealer, dealer gives deposit back to Mr X. Then all money is going through the dealer.

[Bill_the_Bear]

Tell the dealer you want to change the first owner from MR X to Mr Y. Mr Y pays deposit to dealer, dealer gives deposit back to Mr X. Then all money is going through the dealer.

That could work.  I'm calling to cancel first thing tomorrow morning then heading to the BMW dealer to sign the dotted line so if anyone wants my car say NOW.  Well... before 8am tomorrow anyway!

[master_hayabusa]

Just to update all. I didn't cancel my GTI and noticed it's gone to status 'Build week confirmed' (22nd Sep).

It's a fantastic car and I got an amazing discount. I realised I'd be nuts to give up such a good deal particularly when I'll have it soon. So I adjusted my plans and will be here to pick it up

The Golf R will have to wait...

[monkeyhanger]

Just to update all. I didn't cancel my GTI and noticed it's gone to status 'Build week confirmed' (22nd Sep).

It's a fantastic car and I got an amazing discount. I realised I'd be nuts to give up such a good deal particularly when I'll have it soon. So I adjusted my plans and will be here to pick it up

The Golf R will have to wait...

Just don't forget to order the "R" 6 months before you actually want it!

[peterdoherty]

Just to update all. I didn't cancel my GTI and noticed it's gone to status 'Build week confirmed' (22nd Sep).

It's a fantastic car and I got an amazing discount. I realised I'd be nuts to give up such a good deal particularly when I'll have it soon. So I adjusted my plans and will be here to pick it up

The Golf R will have to wait...

My GTD is the same build week and same dealer - we may bump into one another on collection!!!

[Gryzor]

Just to update all. I didn't cancel my GTI and noticed it's gone to status 'Build week confirmed' (22nd Sep).

It's a fantastic car and I got an amazing discount. I realised I'd be nuts to give up such a good deal particularly when I'll have it soon. So I adjusted my plans and will be here to pick it up

The Golf R will have to wait...

That's great news mate   It is indeed an absolutely fantastic car, and I for one can't believe how much of an upgrade it is over my old Mk5.  If all goes well you should be driving it around mid-October, if not sooner (mine was 2.5 weeks from the start of the build week to delivery at the dealers).  Plus, based on pictures, the GTI looks more distinctive than the R anyway, but no denying it will be an absolute beast in terms of power!

[master_hayabusa]

My GTD is the same build week and same dealer - we may bump into one another on collection!!!

Lol really mate? VW in Kent? That's gonna be a heck of a trip back to Belfast then

Nice one!