OFFICIAL Cayenne Hybrid Delay Thread
#76
I think that's probably right decision, otherwise it will be yet another wait on top of a year long wait & you should get it just right on time for the new plate.
September-Oct might be a good time for the factory collection, before 'winter tyre' issue?
September-Oct might be a good time for the factory collection, before 'winter tyre' issue?
#77
Allocation
I placed a deposit back in May 2018 for Cayenne E Hybrid and was told at the time that there was going to be delays, which I thought was quite honest and upfront. It was then up to me if I wanted to hold my place in the queue when they started production again. The reason they gave at the time was they were gearing up for the all electric range and resources were being diverted. BS I think but went with it, as I was in no real rush.
I have this week been asked to confirm my spec and put a further 10% down. They’ve given me a Sept 2019 delivery date at my PC. Not holding my breath but maybe there is a light at the end of the tunnel for the UK market.
Over the past year I’ve test driven pretty much every other comparable car in this bracket. IMO nothing compares, which for me is why it’s worth waiting for- even for nearly 18 months!
#78
If it helps mines being built out as a 2020 model.
#79
To the UK posters,
I placed a deposit back in May 2018 for Cayenne E Hybrid and was told at the time that there was going to be delays, which I thought was quite honest and upfront. It was then up to me if I wanted to hold my place in the queue when they started production again. The reason they gave at the time was they were gearing up for the all electric range and resources were being diverted. BS I think but went with it, as I was in no real rush.
I have this week been asked to confirm my spec and put a further 10% down. They’ve given me a Sept 2019 delivery date at my PC. Not holding my breath but maybe there is a light at the end of the tunnel for the UK market.
Over the past year I’ve test driven pretty much every other comparable car in this bracket. IMO nothing compares, which for me is why it’s worth waiting for- even for nearly 18 months!
I placed a deposit back in May 2018 for Cayenne E Hybrid and was told at the time that there was going to be delays, which I thought was quite honest and upfront. It was then up to me if I wanted to hold my place in the queue when they started production again. The reason they gave at the time was they were gearing up for the all electric range and resources were being diverted. BS I think but went with it, as I was in no real rush.
I have this week been asked to confirm my spec and put a further 10% down. They’ve given me a Sept 2019 delivery date at my PC. Not holding my breath but maybe there is a light at the end of the tunnel for the UK market.
Over the past year I’ve test driven pretty much every other comparable car in this bracket. IMO nothing compares, which for me is why it’s worth waiting for- even for nearly 18 months!
Also, are you going for the factory collection option? Just wondering, Sept being a nice month & all , for a transcontinental drive.....
#80
Which dealer London86? I think you can argue for price freeze to 2019 MY as gesture of goodwill on their part given the inordinate wait you've had to endure. There should be almost £2k in that after VAT, options, delivery charge.
Also, are you going for the factory collection option? Just wondering, Sept being a nice month & all , for a transcontinental drive.....
Also, are you going for the factory collection option? Just wondering, Sept being a nice month & all , for a transcontinental drive.....
I did ask about the pay freeze In passing but it was shrugged off. It was made out that there was no real room to negotiate on such a sort after car. I think you could get a discount dependant on your PC. My SA to be honest has been excellent, upfront about wait and informed me monthly of progress so I didn’t argue it too much about the hike as at this point didn’t want anything to delay delivery. It was about a £1500 increase I believe. That’s a lot better than the proposed 10% hike I read about for orders placed after Jan 2019- in the fear Brexit may affect import duties. Again, how much of that is true I’m not sure.
Do let let me know how you get on with the discount- I may see if I can at least build in some free dealer options.
The dealer was Leicester/ Midlands. The wife and I were discussing a factory collection actually- think it would be perfect that time of year- still up in the air but hopefully we could arrange some time off work.
#81
Do we know how the 2020 model spec will change from the existing?
also I’ve been told that factory collection is not currently an option.
also I’ve been told that factory collection is not currently an option.
Last edited by Binary; 06-24-2019 at 06:54 PM. Reason: Didn’t find sh my post
#82
dealer in London was clueless about this, really v poorly informed throughout the delay process, but said they did not think there was actually any change in specs. Hence, the CO2 emissions will be higher due to WLTP.
#83
Nonrefundable deposit?
Like others on this thread, I'm struggling to understand if and when I would actually recieve my Cayenne hybrid and what model year it would be if I ordered it today. To compound that issue, my SA is asking me to provide a $5k deposit and to sign a document that, while vague, essentially makes it sound as if that deposit is nonrefundable. I'm in the US. Is that something that others have experienced?
#84
Instructor
Like others on this thread, I'm struggling to understand if and when I would actually recieve my Cayenne hybrid and what model year it would be if I ordered it today. To compound that issue, my SA is asking me to provide a $5k deposit and to sign a document that, while vague, essentially makes it sound as if that deposit is nonrefundable. I'm in the US. Is that something that others have experienced?
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#85
Porsche Canada are just as clueless. No press announcements acknowledging the delay, no word on potential reimbursements for the delay, our SA was clueless about the delay till I emailed him about it because of this thread etc... I've gotten the email to sign up for Porsche Connect which has given me the VIN, but it still seems like September...
#86
Like others on this thread, I'm struggling to understand if and when I would actually recieve my Cayenne hybrid and what model year it would be if I ordered it today. To compound that issue, my SA is asking me to provide a $5k deposit and to sign a document that, while vague, essentially makes it sound as if that deposit is nonrefundable. I'm in the US. Is that something that others have experienced?
#87
He has told me its a 2020 model (which basically means price increase rather than spec change) the cost of my specific vehicle including options has gone up by £3K but he has managed to get the increase reduced by 50% also there is a free Porsche track day at Silverstone.
He again confirmed there is no option for factory collection at present
All in all very pleased with the news and very excited that my first ever Porsche is now scheduled for production.
#88
Burning Brakes
Maybe I'm naive, but $5K seems ridiculous, refundable or no. Then again... what ISN'T ridiculous about custom-ordering a Porsche?
Last edited by JCWLS3; 06-26-2019 at 09:44 PM.
#89
We have ordered three custom build Audis and the deposit is always refundable. No one has driven the e-hybrid you could be dissatisfied at the test drive. The most strict case was one dealer said we hold your deposit until the car is sold. My dealer at Porsche South Bay also required a $5000 deposit but said don’t worry if you don’t like the car will have no trouble selling it and you’ll get your deposit back. John
Guess I'll just have to wait because none of the other dealers nearby seem to have any allocations available currently. Do dealerships get new allocations monthly or is there no particular schedule?
#90
I'm going to call PCNA today and ask to speak to a higher up in Customer Commitment, hopefully their VP Simon K. I honestly don't believe the compensation of just the maintenance is enough for their loyal customers who have continued with their Hybrid Cayenne order. They gave Panamera hybrid customers (4 & Turbo S) $2500 and maintenance.
Since this thread has so many views (thank you), I'm going to ask him/her to take a look at this thread and actually listen to the things their customers have to say. So if you have any message for them (I can't guarantee they'll actually read it though or answer my call), leave it below. If you have a direct contact at PCNA customer commitment and are allowed to share it, please PM me so I can get a conversation with them started.
Thank you.
Since this thread has so many views (thank you), I'm going to ask him/her to take a look at this thread and actually listen to the things their customers have to say. So if you have any message for them (I can't guarantee they'll actually read it though or answer my call), leave it below. If you have a direct contact at PCNA customer commitment and are allowed to share it, please PM me so I can get a conversation with them started.
Thank you.