Sprinter2017
Member
Good to hear we have May date as well and van is currently in production scheduled to be completed May 30. What date have you heard for delivery? I was told August
Dealers tells me 4,000 4x4s will be produced...
- Thread starter snowcruiser
- Start date
sanomechanic
Well-known member
Have they issued a VIN number yet? ?? Please let everyone know when you take delivery.
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Sprinter2017
Member
Yes VIN issued, will update once delivered
sanomechanic
Well-known member
Awesome! Hope they get them delivered fast. My 4X4 is being produced 1st week July
grantwilson
FreedomVanGo
My van is released from port for delivery, im told 2-3 weeks till i can pick it up from the dealer
Sprinter2017
Member
Hey Grant when was yours built? Ours just got finished so hoping to have by August.
IdleUp
Member
Congrats, looks like you'll be riding in no time at all - keep us posted on your findings and enjoy!
Mike
grantwilson
FreedomVanGo
Was a may build date
grantwilson
FreedomVanGo
van is being delivered tomorrow to my shop
IdleUp
Member
While I’m sure not trying to talk anyone out of buying a new 4x4 Sprinter, since I happen to own a 19, the 2020 Transit is going to be a "Benz Killer" with its new 10 speed transmission and its new “Quiet” I-4 twin turbo diesel engine developing 210 hp and 369 lbs of torque. The 4x4 version in 20 will only be available in a gas, but rumor is a 4x4 diesel package will become available in 2021.
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IdleUp
Member
Congrats - let us know how it goes with a few images!
sanomechanic
Well-known member
Yea but....You will still own a Ford
asimba2
ourkaravan.com
I agree completely. Love my 4 cyl diesel and much prefer Ford's implementation of 4WD. Having both in one package would be the exact van I would spend my money on.
IdleUp
Member
Your right! Being a Ford also means being a better engineered van with more responsive engine and a much smoother and heftier suspension system. Another advantage is Transit offers eight times more dealers, cost less to purchase and less to maintain and repair. This is why Transit outsells Sprinter 5 to 1.
I'm not finding fault or trying to discourage anyone from buying a Sprinter, they are great vans, but "dollar for dollar" you're paying for the prestigious "Star" rather than engineering and the conveniences of local dealers.
Thanks - Mike
sanomechanic
Well-known member
Sprinter by far out sells Transit world wide. Ford's are lame and cheaply crafted dixie cups.
I find it comical people are on a Sprinter Forum to promote Fords.
I find it comical people are on a Sprinter Forum to promote Fords.
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IdleUp
Member
You need to study up before you make goofy claims!
Van Sales by Model 2016
Ford Transit: 57,643
Ford E-Series: 27,883
Chevrolet Express: 26,697
Ford Transit Connect: 24,257
GMC Savana: 13,939
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter*: 13,534
Ram ProMaster: 12,077
Nissan NV200: 8,440
Nissan NV: 8,186
Chevrolet City Express: 4,284
Ram ProMaster City: 3,078
Ram Cargo Van: 3,075
Van Sales by Manufacturer
Ford: 109,783
GM: 44,920
Ram: 18,230
Nissan: 16,626
Mercedes-Benz*: 13,534
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sanomechanic
Well-known member
I find it quite interest all the naysayers, promoting Ford's on a Sprinter Forum. Do you not have anything else better to do with your time.
sanomechanic
Well-known member
Goofy Claim that Mr Know It All Ford Lover
Unit sales by Mercedes-Benz Vans increased in all regions in 2017 and numerous new records were set. In the EU30 region, sales increased by around 9% to around 273,300 vehicles (2016: 249,900), with an increase of around 10% in Germany to around 105,800 units (2016: 96,100) – both of these figures are new records.
And there was growth also in the NAFTA region, to around 44,800 units sold (2016: 43,400, +3%), including the new record of around 34,200 vehicles sold by Mercedes-Benz Vans in the U.S. (2016: 33,700, +1%). The development of sales was positive also in Latin America, with significant growth of around 31% around 16,400 units (2016: 12,500).
Driven by the launch in China of the Vito and V-Class in 2016, unit sales there increased “very significantly” by around 75% to around 23,800 vehicles (2016: 13,600).
Mercedes-Benz said the Sprinter “confirmed its reputation as one of the most successful commercial vehicles of all time and as the best-seller from Mercedes-Benz Vans also in 2017.” A total of around 200,500 Sprinter vans were sold worldwide – more than ever before in one year (2016: 193,400, +4%) – and that was in the last full year of the model cycle
Unit sales by Mercedes-Benz Vans increased in all regions in 2017 and numerous new records were set. In the EU30 region, sales increased by around 9% to around 273,300 vehicles (2016: 249,900), with an increase of around 10% in Germany to around 105,800 units (2016: 96,100) – both of these figures are new records.
And there was growth also in the NAFTA region, to around 44,800 units sold (2016: 43,400, +3%), including the new record of around 34,200 vehicles sold by Mercedes-Benz Vans in the U.S. (2016: 33,700, +1%). The development of sales was positive also in Latin America, with significant growth of around 31% around 16,400 units (2016: 12,500).
Driven by the launch in China of the Vito and V-Class in 2016, unit sales there increased “very significantly” by around 75% to around 23,800 vehicles (2016: 13,600).
Mercedes-Benz said the Sprinter “confirmed its reputation as one of the most successful commercial vehicles of all time and as the best-seller from Mercedes-Benz Vans also in 2017.” A total of around 200,500 Sprinter vans were sold worldwide – more than ever before in one year (2016: 193,400, +4%) – and that was in the last full year of the model cycle