VIN # !!!

[Sig556]

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Do you have a tentative production date showing?

My order number #0001 is no big deal it is just the first Customer Ordered Mustang at this dealership. My dealer did state "We do not have a firm build or production date released at this time, but Customer Orders take priority over orders for stock" Your order will be processed faster than our Stock order. "You may even see your car at the end of August if production is pushed up. "Erick you will be the first to know we are following this closely".

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[Jmeo]

I am dealing with one if the owners of a very reputable dealer in Mass and he also tells me retail orders will take priority over stock orders. He is the one who order all the cars for the dealer and he assures me retail orders will arrive before stock.

I told him people on the forums are saying the dealer allotment cars will come first because Ford wants people to see them in the dealers to attract buyers. My dealer assures me Ford wants to make money and would rather make a car that has been all but sold and paid for first than one that will just go to a dealer. He also said that Ford is smart enough to know a car driving around on the street is going to get more eyes on it and create a buzz for it than one that only people who are at a Ford dealer are going to see.

Now, you and I know EVERY mustang that comes to a dealer via stock/allotment will be sold within hours and be on the streets anyway but he still assures me retail orders are shipped first.

Here's to hoping



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[Tony Alonso]

Here's what my dealer said: "Retail Orders are priority over dealer stock units. Ford pulls the retails by date rec'd 1st and so on before a dealers stock unit. Anticipated delivery is October"

If that was true, I would expect that some people who ordered during the first few days back in May might have had a VIN generated this week. The delivery time sounds about right to me for an estimate. Those schedule dates can change as they get closer to the build week, especially if certain parts are on constraint. The quality hold period could be more or less as well.

 

[Tony Alonso]

My order number #0001 is no big deal it is just the first Customer Ordered Mustang at this dealership. My dealer did state "We do not have a firm build or production date released at this time, but Customer Orders take priority over orders for stock" Your order will be processed faster than our Stock order. "You may even see your car at the end of August if production is pushed up. "Erick you will be the first to know we are following this closely".

I originally asked about production dates because it is my understanding if you have a VIN, it is likely there is an assigned week for production. Also, according to some of our dealership friends who post here, that is the opposite of what has been said. I'd love for what your dealer says to be the case, of course.

The reason given for dealer stock orders being first is to have any significant problems addressed on a dealership's car rather than a pre-sold customer one.

 

[JoelinNOVA]

Ford makes money either way. One they ship a car they are paid. Doesn't matter stock or retail. Many post here say they build the stock ones first and they may be correct. Especially since the first cars go through extra QC. That way in theory customers wouldn't get a possible early problem car.

 

[Jmeo]

Ford makes money either way. One they ship a car they are paid. Doesn't matter stock or retail. Many post here say they build the stock ones first and they may be correct. Especially since the first cars go through extra QC. That way in theory customers wouldn't get a possible early problem car.

This makes no sense to me. A inventory car is going to be sold in a day at the most. An ordered car is going to be picked up within a day or so. Both cars are susceptible to the same possible quality issue. Both cars are going to be taken care of the same way so this makes absolutely no sense to me.


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[Seabee1973]

If that was true, I would expect that some people who ordered during the first few days back in May might have had a VIN generated this week. The delivery time sounds about right to me for an estimate. Those schedule dates can change as they get closer to the build week, especially if certain parts are on constraint. The quality hold period could be more or less as well.

that's not what I heard. I ordered on the 24th my priority I think was 15. sam packs actually said that the premiums would be built first and sent to dealer lots the base models would be scheduled later. as far as what really is going on.....not sure so much conflicting stories out there the one about sending dealer stock first for inspection and quality tops the list...lol. the qc work gets done at the factory with so many done after each phase a vehicle has passed up to the final qc before the car leaves the factory bound for the dealer lots. the ONLY possibility of a dealer inspection is from possible transportation damage from rail to the haulers. I still don't have a vin# and I am not going to waste my time getting on the site every 5 seconds to see if a VIN pops up...lol

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[Sig556]

Where Are They???

Regardless of what is actually going to take place. All of us are in the same boat. All of us want their car yesterday. All of us have conflicting information. Wait and see how the Forum lights up once our cars start getting delivered. I really believe Ford hit a homerun on this new design and these cars will be sucked up as fast as they arrive on the lots.

Have you guys noticed how many Spoiler Deletes are showing?
I really think the factory spoiler is pretty crappy looking anyway.

Aside from the PP package which deletes the spoiler a lot of guys are also choosing the 13D option.

 

[fionic]

Have you guys noticed how many Spoiler Deletes are showing?
I really think the factory spoiler is pretty crappy looking anyway.

Probably because of how many people are getting the PP.

 

[Tony Alonso]

that's not what I heard. I ordered on the 24th my priority I think was 15. sam packs actually said that the premiums would be built first and sent to dealer lots the base models would be scheduled later.

For dealer stock, this could be true. I've closely watched 2 different model years (2005 and 2010) go through the scheduling process. What I observed was certain option constraints in play in terms of what starts being produced. In fact, there are Ford folks who would know in what computer systems to look to get a good idea of how the scheduling is done. For instance, if there was a constraint on black wheels (haha), you might see a slowdown on performance pack cars being sequenced. That's just a hypothetical example.

as far as what really is going on.....not sure so much conflicting stories out there the one about sending dealer stock first for inspection and quality tops the list...lol. the qc work gets done at the factory with so many done after each phase a vehicle has passed up to the final qc before the car leaves the factory bound for the dealer lots. the ONLY possibility of a dealer inspection is from possible transportation damage from rail to the haulers. I still don't have a vin# and I am not going to waste my time getting on the site every 5 seconds to see if a VIN pops up...lol

Based on past experience, the entire run of models for a major upgrade (again using the 2005 and 2010 model years as a basis), was held at the plant for post inspections, even after the all of the normal production process QC checks are executed. I recall seeing photos pop up of 100s of Mustangs all batched up outside the plant, waiting for several weeks before they were given the OK to ship. I think we will see this again, especially with as big of a change as this is.

 

[DonLafond]

Wish I could pull my info up on that site. I have never been able to pull it up, ever. I know the order is there as it has been confirmed by Ford.

Yours may have been placed with the dealer stock order. It won't show up because there are multiple cars on your order number. Like me, you will have to continue to call Ford service or your dealer to get your VIN.

 

[Seabee1973]

Yours may have been placed with the dealer stock order. It won't show up because there are multiple cars on your order number. Like me, you will have to continue to call Ford service or your dealer to get your VIN.

don't you think your sales guy will call you in four weeks like mine stated to me? though mine was a separate order from stock.. I am sure the operator or receptionist knows you by name and voice now...lol. you're that guy. lol no hating..just sayin lol

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[DonLafond]

Here's what my dealer said: "Retail Orders are priority over dealer stock units. Ford pulls the retails by date rec'd 1st and so on before a dealers stock unit. Anticipated delivery is October"

We all hear different things. My dealer said stock orders come in first to allow dealerships to identify and fix any issues that start showing up with a new model. He added that they stock the dealers to ensure cars are available for the expected demand. When I told him I needed it as soon as possible (my current car is on it's last legs) he placed my order as stock. I guess we will wait to see in 108 days (+- one month).

 

[DonLafond]

Based on past experience, the entire run of models for a major upgrade (again using the 2005 and 2010 model years as a basis), was held at the plant for post inspections, even after the all of the normal production process QC checks are executed. I recall seeing photos pop up of 100s of Mustangs all batched up outside the plant, waiting for several weeks before they were given the OK to ship. I think we will see this again, especially with as big of a change as this is.

That is what I was told too. I know dealers need to say what we want to hear to sell a car, but I was the 1st and only buyer for a 2015 mustang on 5/20 and he put my order in stock to get it to me faster. I'm sure he would have put my order in custom if it was going to be faster.

He told me that they will stockpile stock orders until they have some to deliver to everyone, otherwise it would be unfair for some to have cars and others not to.

Also, hypothetically, if a dealership knows that special orders would be delivered first, smart dealers would place lots of special orders, then cancel the pretend orders to be the first dealer on the block with Mustangs to show off and sell at full price. (Well, that is what I would do if I owned a :ford: dealership.) Who would know :shrug:

 

[DonLafond]

don't you think your sales guy will call you in four weeks like mine stated to me? though mine was a separate order from stock.. I am sure the operator or receptionist knows you by name and voice now...lol. you're that guy. lol no hating..just sayin lol

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I am, and I've been pleasant about the wait, nothing we can do about that, but I'm not happy with having to pay for upgrade wheels for both the PP and 50th Adv Pkg and not getting a discount for not getting the second set of tires. I've called and texted everyone I can think of, but everyone points to somebody else and usually it is the dealer that gets the blame.

Please retweet:
#2015Ford has PP/50th Package conflict. Charges for upgraded wheels twice. Should be a credit for 2nd set. This is an oversight by #mustang

And upset about the limited choices for tires, especially with only one choice - black - for the Performance Packages.

Please retweet:
We want more wheel options for our new @Ford @FordMustang with the Performance Package. Limited choices for the #2015Mustang are frustrating

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