Any Polo's left in Oz?

[PatoriaN]

Hi all,


First off, nice forum. Took a little while to find, but its worth it as it has great info floating around on it.

Just called a dealer and was advised of a 12 month wait with a refundable deposit until a non-refundable deposit is required when it becomes 6 months out. Yes, the GTi is an awesome car, but 12 months is really pushing it for me. Even the dealer was pissed, saying "it's stupid, I have a demo here that you can try but you cant buy it as I need it to show other customers the car I cannot get in!"

I noticed that some of you guys have managed to get your cars or get the earlier orders, kudo's to you! I;m sure you are all having fun (or soon will be). Does anyone know of any places that have any stock floating around in Australia? I don't care where as I'm happy to fly there and hammer it back home

I noticed a few posts with people saying they found one recently but no-ones saying where! If anyone knows of one pleeeease share!

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Depending on where you are, I think Barloworld Glen Waverley seem to be getting a bit of stock. Or at least, got stock and are selling it quickly. They had a few GTIs just yesterday, not sure if they were sold though. A red and black 5 door, no options, steep driveaway price though.

[gavs]

A month ago Bayford Epping had 4 that were available for October delivery, you could still add your own options as they were from allocated build slots, doubt they will still be available though but, you never know....

[PatoriaN]

Thanks for the updates.


I got in touch with Bayford and he reckons 3-6 months....I'm going in tomorrow for a test drive and possible order, my only concern is that they are simply ordering them without a fricken clue.

How do you know if its a build slot or not?

Will keep everyone posted!

[gavs]

Because the dealer principle told me that they were allocated 4 extra build slots the last time I was in there checking on mine

Say that you spoke to me and that's how you know about it, if you want further info, shoot me a PM

[GTI JOE]

Good luck with Bayford Epping, you may need it

[PatoriaN]

Well, I went in and had a test drive, they car does live up to the talk / hype. Very happy with it!

3-6 months quickly changed to 6-9 then 9-12 with 10 months + the likely wait time. /sigh, how things change...

They also said that the price is not negotiable as all stock is very limited, so for a 3 door, black with comfort is about $34k drive away.

Going to try a few other dealers and check some options from fellow forum members! (thanks for the input).

Bit annoyed with the pricing, shouldn't it be cheaper since I'm getting a 2011 in 2012 I'll see if anything comes to light and let other polo-less members know!

- GTI Joe, I take it that you had some good times there...

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Yikes, that's expensive. It was that price for me with a sunroof, audio pack and rear parking sensors!

[GTI JOE]

GTI Joe, I take it that you had some good times there...

Well, I tried several country dealers when I gave Bayford the flick and was successful. Funny, Bayford gave me the same spin "there will be no negotiation" they are full of BS and obviously the salesperson you dealt with may be the same scumbag that I had
As I have mentioned before to other members...GO COUNTRY

[PatoriaN]

Well Joe,


I did what you suggested and went "country"! Found one thats apparently due in July/August and can still choose the spec.

I have noticed with all dealers that they arent really doing deals...anyone else found this?

[VW Convert]

I have noticed with all dealers that they arent really doing deals...anyone else found this?

Could be something to do with supply and demand, rules are as follows:-

Rule 1. You are trying to sell something where supply exceeds demand...........you are willing to negotiate in order to make a sale because the customer can buy elsewhere.

Rule 2. You are trying to sell something where demand exceeds supply........you are not willing to negotiate as you can always sell to someone else.

Simple.

[GTI JOE]

and....
Rule 3. You are trying to sell something where demand exceeds supply........you are willing to negotiate so you can actually make a sale and reward a customer for such a long wait

[VW Convert]

and....
Rule 3. You are trying to sell something where demand exceeds supply........you are willing to negotiate so you can actually make a sale and reward a customer for such a long wait

And rule 4. If rule 3 comes into play, refer to rule 2.

Reality is, if people are lined up to buy an item and you get to the front of the queue and offer less than what everybody else is offering, the dealer would be silly to give away his profit and do you a deal. No way would I be lining up to buy a Polo GTI at this point in time.......another year it may well be a different scenario........just as it was with the MKV and MKVI Golf GTI.

[PatoriaN]

Yeah, these are my thoughts, a Polo is really a want at this point and not a need. Plus ill be waiting months for it anyway. I'm thinking I might wait and keep my deposit and see how it pans out. Then bust some serious balls when the market gets flooded like the Golf

Just really really want one after that test drive!

[GTI JOE]

Well Joe,


I did what you suggested and went "country"! Found one thats apparently due in July/August and can still choose the spec.

I have noticed with all dealers that they arent really doing deals...anyone else found this?

Oh, I forgot to mention, try various new car brokers such as New car prices, sales, reviews - discount pricing on new cars models - Discount New Cars)