Accuracy of build estimates
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Oo, I hope mine isn't delayed that long, going crazy as it is, ordered on 3rd march and was told 10-12 weeks, my order has a delivery date of the 10th may which I'm assuming is an estimate. Must email the dealer and find out!
It seems that people are getting mixed messages. I wonder if different dealers are getting different infomation? I would of really done things differently if i had known it was going to be 6months. There must be more to it than just a lack of alloys ? There doesn't seem to be much understanding regarding the tracking function either, she 100% said me (the customer) can track it online. I have found the VAG portal where the dealers log on but nothing for the end user..... 
I was told that the non-standard wheels would make it 10-12 weeks, hence why I ordered the car with the Black Line (and I really like the side spoilers on the rear of the car)
It does seem a bit odd that there is such variation in the build estimates, my dealer said they should know what build week it will be at some point this week. Fingers crossed.
It does seem a bit odd that there is such variation in the build estimates, my dealer said they should know what build week it will be at some point this week. Fingers crossed.
It seems that people are getting mixed messages. I wonder if different dealers are getting different infomation? I would of really done things differently if i had known it was going to be 6months. There must be more to it than just a lack of alloys ? There doesn't seem to be much understanding regarding the tracking function either, she 100% said me (the customer) can track it online. I have found the VAG portal where the dealers log on but nothing for the end user.....
Did they say why it was delayed? (Alloys, pan roof etc) Mines just a standard tech pack FR in terms of external bits but have convenience + winter packs and Alcantara added.
This is what I got from my dealer last week..
"I can also confirm that your car has already been ordered. In terms of a delivery date it is un easy to say as SEAT have only just confirmed the order at their end at this stage and is awaiting a build week, we estimate that cars will take between 12-14 weeks from order but we will stay in touch with you at least once a week with a progress report for you."
Will wait to see if I get my weekly report, so far haven't had one!
"I can also confirm that your car has already been ordered. In terms of a delivery date it is un easy to say as SEAT have only just confirmed the order at their end at this stage and is awaiting a build week, we estimate that cars will take between 12-14 weeks from order but we will stay in touch with you at least once a week with a progress report for you."
Will wait to see if I get my weekly report, so far haven't had one!
when i placed my order middle of november i was told in under two weeks and had weekly phone calls from the dealer through the whole process (apart from over xmas.) however the actual build date was brought forward two weeks and the car arrived at the dealers equally earlier. if i hadn't been holding out for a March 1st collection it would've been a 12 week experience.
PS. Andy, RE your PM, i need to compile some info before i reply.
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I've actually just got an email from SEAT UK, looks like a pretty standard type email telling me that "You'll soon be able to pick up your brand new car."
If its going to be a long time to wait, seems a little unfair to send me an email stating that. Anyone else know if there is a specific T minus week that they have received this mail?
If its going to be a long time to wait, seems a little unfair to send me an email stating that. Anyone else know if there is a specific T minus week that they have received this mail?
Was the subject field 'Thanks for choosing Seat..' First thing you see is a picture of a cupra saying 'its great to meet you'? I got that email last week. I think its just a pitch to sell the insurance which is at the bottom. But doesnt mean your car has been built.
Ah, there was me thinking I was special.
no not yet
Ok so ive just spoken to my dealer. Hes logged onto the system and the lead time for a cupra still stands at 9weeks. HOWEVER there is currently a 16week delay for the standard 19" alloys. Hence the 25week stance by seat. Only other option = black, orange or white back obviously with the extra 500£ cost. I think the residuals for people with these packs will be dramatically reducing at the minute as the dealer said with the 16week delay on standards.. More and more are going for the packs. Interesting stuff, i think ill bite the bullet and wait !
I ordered an ST FR early February, and was given a lead time of 16 weeks, bringing us to the end of May. Having just rung today, I was told that my car has exited production and is waiting for the boat on April 10th. Will be in Ireland on April 20th, and I will have before the end of that week.
So, they knocked 6 weeks off the build time ... happy days!
So, they knocked 6 weeks off the build time ... happy days!
I ordered an ST FR early February, and was given a lead time of 16 weeks, bringing us to the end of May. Having just rung today, I was told that my car has exited production and is waiting for the boat on April 10th. Will be in Ireland on April 20th, and I will have before the end of that week.
So, they knocked 6 weeks off the build time ... happy days!
My cupra st is going to miss that boat. It's due to be built 3 rd week in April. I ordered mine on 21st feb
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