New T6.1 order delays

[blondebier]

There's a message that pops up on the configurator now:

Please note.​

We’re sorry that due to global supply chain issues and a few component shortages, delivery times on some of our model lines are currently longer than we would like. Please be assured we are working hard to deliver your chosen vehicle as quickly as possible, and to keep you up to date with what’s happening. We also have vehicles readily available now from stock – just give your Van Centre a call and we can help you identify a perfect match.

 

[Applecross]

Has anyone with a Cali on order been able to get a status update recently from VW Chat?

I tried today but got this response;


I don't want to give you incorrect information, we are aware at the moment that the Factory are putting place holders into the system but the information isn't reliable due to the delays we have been seeing. The Van Centres are receiving updates directly from the Factory.

 

[brooodie]

Just had my build week CONFIRMED week 37 (204 Ocean ordered mid Jan).

 

[M@rtin]

Just had my build week CONFIRMED week 37 (204 Ocean ordered mid Jan).

That’s great news broodie congratulations!
Out of interest did you have the tow bar or tpms?
We ordered a 204 ocean jan 29th but with both of these options…

 

[brooodie]

Out of interest did you have the tow bar or tpms?

Tow bar, Two Tone Bay Leaf/White, Chrome Pack, Safe, Shower

 

[66tim99]

I have it confirmed that after 9 months and so many days my van is now in Sheerness awaiting the loader. This chat has got me through it all and I do hope those still waiting get good news soon, especially Tim. God know's you deserve it more than anyone.
When I've finished getting the front protected, I shall post pics on this thread to give others hope and belief their day will come.
See you on the road. I think I'll go and have a good cry now.

Thanks mate I appreciate the good wishes. Mine is apparently going into production next week!
Enjoy settling into yours! Congratulations

 

[andymcg99]

Just had my build week CONFIRMED week 37 (204 Ocean ordered mid Jan).

Same here, ordered Dec 31, 204 4M, Bay Leaf, Sport Pack, Tow Bar and TPMS

 

[GrumpyGranddad]

Article on Hargreaves Lansdown site this morning about falling car production numbers. The following extract must surely bode well for California production?

However, Matthias Schmidt, an independent automotive analyst, said that “profitability trumps volume”, and noted that bosses at Volkswagen, Renault and Mercedes-Benz-owner Daimler had said they will focus their resources on the internal combustion engine cars with the highest profit margins while supplies are constrained.

 

[66tim99]

Look forward to seeing your bay leaf green with sports pack... be the first one I think I’ll have seen

 

[Chris_BLG_Ocean]

After 8 months my van has finally been built and has left the factory


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[blondebier]

After 8 months my van has finally been built and has left the factory

Good news. It sounds like they're speeding up production.

 

[CaliAzur]

Update my side too. My Ascot grey 4motion Coast should be at the dealership latest Tuesday. A couple of weeks of registration formalities here in France then I can pick it up. I should have pictures from the dealership latest Tuesday, and will post then. Heart is already all a flutter…

 

[Seasider]

My van is also now at stage 7, not sure what’s left to do on it or how long it takes from there but at least it appears to be moving along production.

 

[Chris_BLG_Ocean]

My van is also now at stage 7, not sure what’s left to do on it or how long it takes from there but at least it appears to be moving along production.

Stage 8 if final QA the dealer told me so it should be popping out the factory soon.

Anyone have ideas on time scales for the shipping part, dealer said 2/3 weeks but I was thinking if the factory was closed the port will have been emptying so it might be quicker getting on a boat


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[Fletchi]

At the end of last week my dealer told me that my van was on the boat. I asked him if they were told when it was going to be delivered. No, apparently it just turns up one day unannounced.
The process suggests to me that VW view the dealer as unimportant and that communication with the dealer and customer is unnecessary. A bit like those posh restaurants where the chef tells you what you are going to eat.
I'm pretty relaxed about it. I had the same experience when I ordered a Golf 14 years ago. I'm sure it will be worth the wait.

 

[GrumpyGranddad]

At the end of last week my dealer told me that my van was on the boat. I asked him if they were told when it was going to be delivered. No, apparently it just turns up one day unannounced.
The process suggests to me that VW view the dealer as unimportant and that communication with the dealer and customer is unnecessary. A bit like those posh restaurants where the chef tells you what you are going to eat.
I'm pretty relaxed about it. I had the same experience when I ordered a Golf 14 years ago. I'm sure it will be worth the wait.

I may be wrong but my understanding is that when the van has landed in the UK, the dealership is informed and then requests transportation to their site and the transportation company has an SLA of 7-10 days to deliver it.

 

[Bumble The Van]

I have it confirmed that after 9 months and so many days my van is now in Sheerness awaiting the loader. This chat has got me through it all and I do hope those still waiting get good news soon, especially Tim. God know's you deserve it more than anyone.
When I've finished getting the front protected, I shall post pics on this thread to give others hope and belief their day will come.
See you on the road. I think I'll go and have a good cry now.

chuffed for you how bloody exciting!! im in maybe a couple of months if nothing else goes wrong of course

 

[CaliAzur]

As i had promised, here she comes. Meet Soazic, my new California Coast 4MO in Ascot Grey, French specification. Arrived at the VW dealers this morning, and he kindly sent some pictures .

 

[GrumpyGranddad]

As i had promised, here she comes. Meet Soazic, my new California Coast 4MO in Ascot Grey, French specification. Arrived at the VW dealers this morning, and he kindly sent some pictures .

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Very nice @CaliAzur - enjoy

 

[bob_summers]

Congrats @CaliAzur she's almost home! Looks great in ascot. Wish we'd been able to get a Coast in Spain. When did you order?

 

[Bumble The Van]

As i had promised, here she comes. Meet Soazic, my new California Coast 4MO in Ascot Grey, French specification. Arrived at the VW dealers this morning, and he kindly sent some pictures .

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awesome not many sleeps now lol

 

[CaliAzur]

Congrats @CaliAzur she's almost home! Looks great in ascot. Wish we'd been able to get a Coast in Spain. When did you order?

Hi Bob
We ordered in February, and it was not due till February 22. We ended up getting it sooner because of a misunderstanding between the Sales Manager and myself at order time. Long story…

kind regards

 

[wave]

I'm all ears......

 

[Bumble The Van]

As i had promised, here she comes. Meet Soazic, my new California Coast 4MO in Ascot Grey, French specification. Arrived at the VW dealers this morning, and he kindly sent some pictures .

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bet you have looked at these pictures many times caliazur , hope you enjoy picking her up!

 

[CaliAzur]

bet you have looked at these pictures many times caliazur , hope you enjoy picking her up!

Ha! Yes. I could pick it up next week, but I can’t due to work constraints. Last 2 weeks taken off as holidays, and were off for her maiden voyage … yay