Dealers tells me 4,000 4x4s will be produced...
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gottahavabenz
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I got an email yesterday that my build slot for a 2019 4x4 is June. Im going to head down to the dealer today and pick options. He was given 3 4x4 build slots for the year, I am the last slot, which was a 2500 170 ext, I want a 2500 170 non ext. So he traded with another dealer and I am getting my 170 4x4 2500. Hopefully its not a pile!
gottahavabenz
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AAAAHHH CCCCRRRAAPPPP!!! Just saw Ford is putting out an AWD option, with great motor options, 10speed, and no height increase, and because they are Ford I am sure the price will be MUCH more competitive. UGH!
dynaco1
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I understand that when MB dealers buy a production slot, they are required by MB to commit to the slot/unit by sending an electronic purchase order number.
When I placed my most recent order, I signed a copy of the build sheet with the dealers name, dealer number and purchase order number at the top. The dealer provided me with a copy of the build sheet with my signature, which appears to be a binding agreement between me and the dealer.
Perhaps not all dealers work this way.
When I placed my most recent order, I signed a copy of the build sheet with the dealers name, dealer number and purchase order number at the top. The dealer provided me with a copy of the build sheet with my signature, which appears to be a binding agreement between me and the dealer.
Perhaps not all dealers work this way.
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IdleUp
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Thanks for the reply - its good to know that however there's a post on this forum that shows otherwise where they sold his van and ordered one from another state to replace it. Like I said if a buyer is going to pay another $5-10K chances are pretty good he'll be driving your van. While Mercedes is honorable the salesman are like animals with no ethics.
I would keep track on progress and delivery - I'm sure its not a widespread deal.
Mike
gltrimble
2017 170 4x4
I agree, only heard of one forum member who had his 4x4 van sold out from under him a few years back. Have not heard of any since. Doubt a salesman would have his job for long if they operated like that.
When I put my fully refundable $2000 deposit down on my 4x4 my name was assigned to the purchase order and I was provided a VIN once the factory accepted the order.
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dynaco1
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I agree with gltrimble.
On several occasions, I have attempted to buy nicely-optioned new Sprinters off the dealer lot, which had been ordered by other customers and who were slow to take delivery. To their credit, the dealers would politely reject my offers. They demonstrated how faithful they can be to their customers, who had initiated the orders.
My last three new Sprinter special order experiences have been excellent. I get the feeling most Sprinter dealers understand how unique (picky) non-fleet buyers can be. Placing the most recent special order required six lengthy meetings before the factory accepted the order with the options I demanded.
The fleet manager, who accepted my first two orders, told my wife she must be a saint. Asked her why she was still married to me.
On several occasions, I have attempted to buy nicely-optioned new Sprinters off the dealer lot, which had been ordered by other customers and who were slow to take delivery. To their credit, the dealers would politely reject my offers. They demonstrated how faithful they can be to their customers, who had initiated the orders.
My last three new Sprinter special order experiences have been excellent. I get the feeling most Sprinter dealers understand how unique (picky) non-fleet buyers can be. Placing the most recent special order required six lengthy meetings before the factory accepted the order with the options I demanded.
The fleet manager, who accepted my first two orders, told my wife she must be a saint. Asked her why she was still married to me.
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grantwilson
FreedomVanGo
Put deposits on two ones for may production
Just recently? Any idea when they might be delivered/finished? Curious about the lead time on 4x4 Sprinters now. Lots of varied information. Thanks.
grantwilson
FreedomVanGo
sanomechanic
Well-known member
I drove down to Hoehn Mercedes in Carlsbad from Orange County to build 4X4 after being on the Sprinter Sales Manager's wait list. Built my van at his desk. Wrote deposit check. Then the general sales manager handed my check back to me. Said the sales manager had no business selling me the van. Told me the Stores GM gave instructions not to sell the van. Too many managers. After spending over an hour at the desk. over an hour stuck in traffic to get there.
Hoehn Mercedes is not a good place to conduct business.
Hoehn Mercedes is not a good place to conduct business.
airforceones25
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grantwilson
FreedomVanGo
I had a may production.
Van is done. Awaiting delivery information.
Van is done. Awaiting delivery information.