[ToddRGuy]

I haven't really paid attention to the amount of time people have spent at Status 182, prior to leaving the factory. I'm going to double back, but would anyone care to share the bake-off time for this phase of the saga?

[AiredaleDad]

Originally Posted by ToddRGuy

I’m not sure I still believe quality check is what it proclaims to be in its entirety. It’s way to convenient that multiple people’s vehicles switched to “Awaiting Carrier Assignment” on the exact date they reached 8 weeks of QC delay. I’m more inclined to believe they simply don’t want to ship the cars to early because there are still MY24 on lots. People who specifically order the next model year get caught up in this process, and while we might get our car a few weeks before dealer inventory arrives, it could be by design. Speculation on my part, but the pattern is there.

Todd, that is entirely believable. Maybe mine shipped right away because it was NOT heading to the US. So it wasn't a sales threat to compete with US sales of MY 24 cars on-the-lot, or still listed as "incoming" to the dealers.

[geneatals]

Originally Posted by SkykingUSA

Did the genius tell you at which port it was loaded onto the ship? Just curious, given the recent discussions about Belgium vs. Germany for port loading.

No, did not, but when looking up the vessel, it was BRE

[Elliston]

Originally Posted by Elliston

Moved to 151 today.

Two weeks at 150 and I was starting to worry. Glad to see it moving.

Little movement, but glad to see it. Maybe the next few steps are a little quicker…

In 2 days went from 151 boy shop to 152 paint shop.

Picking up some speed…

Had my car charger installed this week. Just need a car now!

Delivery W/C 2nd Dec. Not too long now, as long as everything stays on track.

Enjoying reading all the threads on here.

[geneatals]

last check on the daisy leader via vesselfinder:

The current position of DAISY LEADER is at North East Atlantic Ocean reported 34 hours ago by AIS. The vessel is en route to the port of Cristobal, Panama, sailing at a speed of 16.4 knots and expected to arrive there on Nov 22, 21:00.


I guess I'll be staring at the canal lock cams on 11/22...LOL
https://multimedia.panama-canal.com/...iraflores.html

[MiGs550e]

Getting super close to port. A little behind from original ETA which was 11/11 now 11/12.

[ToddRGuy]

Originally Posted by MiGs550e

Getting super close to port. A little behind from original ETA which was 11/11 now 11/12.

Woohoo! Hope they’re able to turn it around in port quickly! ☺️

[Elliston]

152 to 182 in another couple of days.

When they start building them, they really do knock them out quickly!

Hopefully delivery will go smoothly. Uk isn’t too far to travel to.

Let’s see 👍

[Beemerguy530]

Originally Posted by Beemerguy530

No I’ve gone for Saloon like my previous 5.
Sorry to hear yours is affected by recalls. I’m hoping mine won’t be affected as I was informed when ordering that it wouldn’t be.
At the time it was WK43 build and WK48 delivery but now then moved to WK49 delivery. Maybe if it’s here earlier maybe be brought forward to WK48? Can only hope.

Taking longer than I thought but hopefully get the 520i next week. Still two weeks than originally informed when ordering at the end of September.

[ToddRGuy]

Originally Posted by Beemerguy530

Taking longer than I thought but hopefully get the 520i next week. Still two weeks than originally informed when ordering at the end of September.

I’m glad they’re finally getting yours done.

You know, I was asking myself today if I have a right to be disappointed with the whole manufacturing/ordering process. And I think that answer is, Yes.

I’d really like to know why someone who ordered the same vehicle I did, that was scheduled for manufacturing 10 weeks after mine, was completed in 24 hours and is now at the same status.

Ironically, we will likely receive them at similar times. I think when the entire process is completed, I’m going to pen a letter to someone in a C Suite

[aherman18]

Originally Posted by MiGs550e

Getting super close to port. A little behind from original ETA which was 11/11 now 11/12.

My 550e is on that boat as well. I called today and Genius didn't have an update.

Hopefully will show in NC by first of next week.

[LVBMW]

Originally Posted by aherman18

My 550e is on that boat as well. I called today and Genius didn't have an update.

Hopefully will show in NC by first of next week.

Try the Marine Traffic website. You can track the ship's movements. They have a free trial for their global satellite tracking.

[ToddRGuy]

Any day now, BMW, any day...

[MiGs550e]

Got word today that my vehicle will be placed on the truck tomorrow, the truck only has one stop which is my dealer with other vehicles of their. The driver has 14 hours to make it. Maybe I'll be able to pick it up next week? I imagine the dealer only needs a day to prep it for me right.

[Scrapula]

Originally Posted by geneatals

last check on the daisy leader via vesselfinder:

The current position of DAISY LEADER is at North East Atlantic Ocean reported 34 hours ago by AIS. The vessel is en route to the port of Cristobal, Panama, sailing at a speed of 16.4 knots and expected to arrive there on Nov 22, 21:00.


I guess I'll be staring at the canal lock cams on 11/22...LOL
https://multimedia.panama-canal.com/Webcams/miraflores.html

I enjoyed doing that. The Pleiades Leader and Garnet Leader both crossed together. I was on Garnet. It’s very interesting to watch.

[MongoTom]

Originally Posted by aherman18

My 550e is on that boat as well. I called today and Genius didn't have an update.

Hopefully will show in NC by first of next week.

Mine is still on the Polaris Highway, heading now to Brunswick GA. From there to the Performance Center, but no idea how long before we can pick it up. Should know early next week so we can make reservations for the trip.

[ToddRGuy]

Originally Posted by MiGs550e

Got word today that my vehicle will be placed on the truck tomorrow, the truck only has one stop which is my dealer with other vehicles of their. The driver has 14 hours to make it. Maybe I'll be able to pick it up next week? I imagine the dealer only needs a day to prep it for me right.

Call your CA and ask them to make it snappy because patience has reached 0% on the tank 😄

[MiGs550e]

Originally Posted by ToddRGuy

Call your CA and ask them to make it snappy because patience has reached 0% on the tank 😄

I did mention my frustration and the taint now in my mouth about it being nearly a 6 month wait. Mostly to setup my strategy for some discounts when I go in to sign and pick her up. We will see.

[handinpalm]

Originally Posted by MiGs550e

I did mention my frustration and the taint now in my mouth about it being nearly a 6 month wait. Mostly to setup my strategy for some discounts when I go in to sign and pick her up. We will see.

Let us know how the discounts go. I have been waiting longer than you and plan on pushing on some type of rebate. That is if it ever gets here. Good luck to you.

[MiGs550e]

Originally Posted by handinpalm

Let us know how the discounts go. I have been waiting longer than you and plan on pushing on some type of rebate. That is if it ever gets here. Good luck to you.

I feel like ToddRGuy has been waiting so long that his vehicle should almost be free.

[SkykingUSA]

Originally Posted by MiGs550e

I feel like ToddRGuy has been waiting so long that his vehicle should almost be free.

I agree with you, but they will probably ask for more money due to all the extra time they put into quality control!

[ToddRGuy]

Originally Posted by SkykingUSA

I agree with you, but they will probably ask for more money due to all the extra time they put into quality control!

lol, I'll have to remind them that they made me a G60 not a Dragon X capsule for NASA missions.