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  • #16
    Worth the wait

    Dear all, whatever you do, don't cancel the order. When it arrives, it will be worth the wait. There is so much to discover and learn about how to get the most out of it that you will enjoy it for years to come. I ordered mine in October last year and received it on December 1 08. Supposedly an 09 build. It makes me feel good every day and I enjoy going to work and coming home even more. I too will keep it for 2 cycles (6 years) unless I bend it badly. Love that car!!
    Billcat: R36 09 Biscay blue sedan, sunroof, satnav, bluetooth, Ipod connection and tints - Love that car!!

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    • #17
      Originally posted by teresi View Post
      Hi there, I think my car was on the same boat and has also been quarantined. It docked in Melbourne 2 May and has been quarantined ever since - for sead or something. Dealer wont give me an estimated delivery date ... can't say I'm too happy with being given an 'indefinite' delay.

      Those of you who also haven't had their cars delivered on time, have your dealers done anything to compensate for the delay? Or have they, like mine, just said 'too bad'?

      All I can say is .....I want my car now!!!
      Ive been told 29.05.09 Delivery now..I hope thatll be the end of it
      2009 R36 Black Sedan.

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      • #18
        Originally posted by Rocket36 View Post
        Mine was in a showroom so from time of deciding I wanted it to when it was in my driveway was 4 days!

        It's a MY09 with a build date of December 2008. 2009 is already just about half over so I can't see the point in waiting MONTHS for a build date that in the long term isn't going to overly affect resale. I plan on keeping the car at least 5 years.
        Like Rocket I was lucky enough to get my R36 rather quickly.. This was only due to the cancellation of the Brisbane Motor Show and buying the show car.. MY09 Dec 08 build...

        It is worth the wait.. and from my experience you do not want to put pressure on the pre delivery as you will find you will have to go back for something they missed...

        Though I only intend to hold onto mine for 3 years and before the first major service is due at 60,000km.
        MY09 White R36 Wagon with all the trimmings

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        • #19
          Originally posted by R36Driver888 View Post
          Like Rocket I was lucky enough to get my R36 rather quickly.. This was only due to the cancellation of the Brisbane Motor Show and buying the show car.. MY09 Dec 08 build...

          It is worth the wait.. and from my experience you do not want to put pressure on the pre delivery as you will find you will have to go back for something they missed...

          Though I only intend to hold onto mine for 3 years and before the first major service is due at 60,000km.
          Ordered mine 10 days ago, supposed to be a Brisbane one delivered within 2 weeks now it's coming from NSW so due next week I'm hoping.

          Rocket - Unfortunately for us Northerners Qld rego goes on build date, not registration date, so most of the MY09 ones being delivered now are Dec 08 build and therefore (in Qld) an 08 vehicle (sucks fro resale down the track), I'm guessing it's not the same elsewhere? oh well...

          R36Driver - I was told by a VW salesman that the 60k service will set me back over 2k can anyone confirm?
          Mini Cooper S Chilli- when I can pry the keys
          Carbon Steel GTi 19" BE by Breyton,LED tail lights, NEW 8" Nav !
          Facelift Daytona Grey A5 Sportback, S-line 19" Titanium Rotors

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          • #20
            Originally posted by GHW View Post
            Ordered mine 10 days ago, supposed to be a Brisbane one delivered within 2 weeks now it's coming from NSW so due next week I'm hoping.

            Rocket - Unfortunately for us Northerners Qld rego goes on build date, not registration date, so most of the MY09 ones being delivered now are Dec 08 build and therefore (in Qld) an 08 vehicle (sucks fro resale down the track), I'm guessing it's not the same elsewhere? oh well...

            R36Driver - I was told by a VW salesman that the 60k service will set me back over 2k can anyone confirm?
            Same in NSW and everywhere else I think. Registration goes in build date.
            2009 R36 Black Sedan.

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            • #21
              Originally posted by vwevo View Post
              I know what you mean by just wanting your car now!!! A few weeks ago, I was suffering from the "it's taking too long perhaps I should try and cancel order" to now "I can't wait to get this thing!!!". The closer it gets to taking delivery the more impatient (excited) I am!!
              hmmm... i think i'm in the 'stuff this, i'm terminating' stage, but i guess it's just delaying the inevitable wait! Billcat - good pep talk ... i guess it'll be worth the wait without having to compromise for the sake of getting it two weeks earlier... i guess...

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              • #22
                Originally posted by teresi View Post
                hmmm... i think i'm in the 'stuff this, i'm terminating' stage, but i guess it's just delaying the inevitable wait! Billcat - good pep talk ... i guess it'll be worth the wait without having to compromise for the sake of getting it two weeks earlier... i guess...
                After waiting 6months for my car to arrive, i can empathise with your frustration Teresi. But like Billcat said, just hang on, cos it'll be worth the wait. Nearly 6 months into ownership and i'm still finding any excuse to drive it!! Unless of course you've sold your previous car and you're carless...then do like i said earlier...ask them for a loan car. If you terminate it now, someones gonna get your car with absolutely no wait...i think that would be more frsutrating to know than waiting an extra week or two.

                Good luck.

                Cheers,

                Jayse.
                The Fräulein: Black .:R36 Wagon...all boxes ticked!!
                The German Mistress: 2001 Black B5 A4 1.8T

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                • #23
                  Got my phone call yesterday, the cars arrived and ready to be picked up on Thursday after the paint protect and tints are finished WOOHOO
                  Mini Cooper S Chilli- when I can pry the keys
                  Carbon Steel GTi 19" BE by Breyton,LED tail lights, NEW 8" Nav !
                  Facelift Daytona Grey A5 Sportback, S-line 19" Titanium Rotors

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                  • #24
                    congratzz mate... pic up soooooooooooon =D

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                    • #25
                      Originally posted by teresi View Post
                      Hi there, I think my car was on the same boat and has also been quarantined. It docked in Melbourne 2 May and has been quarantined ever since - for sead or something. Dealer wont give me an estimated delivery date ... can't say I'm too happy with being given an 'indefinite' delay.

                      Those of you who also haven't had their cars delivered on time, have your dealers done anything to compensate for the delay? Or have they, like mine, just said 'too bad'?

                      All I can say is .....I want my car now!!!
                      Just to let u know, the latest is pick up on 15/06/09..managed to get loan car from this Friday. How u going??
                      2009 R36 Black Sedan.

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                      • #26
                        I hear your pain..my V6 Passat Highline has now blown out to 5 months!! now expected Early September. on the up side Dealer has agreed to free tint...next delay is paint protection!!!

                        I hope this is worth the wait.
                        V6Passat
                        Here now!

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                        • #27
                          Mine is due in to Brisbane docks on the 17th June... they are telling me delivery to me 15 days or so after that.

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                          • #28
                            Originally posted by V6Passat View Post
                            next delay is paint protection!!!
                            Paint protection will succeed in one thing, and one thing only - SWIRL MARKS and imperfections etched into the paint! PLEASE don't get paint protection. Biggest waste of money EVER! You end up paying for something that actually causes more bad than good.

                            Spend around $300-$400 on a professional detail that will actually enhance the paint as well as protect it with some quality products and end up with a finish like this...





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                            • #29
                              Hi Rocket36, where did you get that done?

                              Matthew
                              2010 MY10.5 R36 Wagon, Biscay Blue, RNS510, Dynaudio, Sunroof, towbar, Dynamic Chassis Control, No lazy back door
                              2008 Audi Q7 4.2TDI, Radar Cruise, Lane Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Heated Seats Front & Rear, Alcantara Hood Lining, Wooden Gear knob, Nappa Leather, Plus all the usual V8TDI gear, like 760nm of Torque!

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                              • #30
                                In my garage!

                                Dan from DMS Detailing in Sydney and Greg from Car Care Products Australia. See details here...

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                                http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newforum/upload/showthread.php?p=336953#post336953
                                Last edited by Rocket36; 07-06-2009, 12:17 PM.

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