Meatwaggon Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 (edited) I ordered a FEH '09 on August 4 and was told by my dealer that he got the VIN for me today. That's exactly 14 days by my count! The vehicle is scheduled to be built the week of Sept 1. Does that mean I have an 'allocation'? And how long does it usually take from build date to arrival on dealer lot? :happy feet: :happy feet: :happy feet: Edited August 18, 2008 by Meatwaggon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vichybrid Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 It is a lot quicker in August as compared to folks who ordered in April-July. I ordered and got my VIN 8 days later. I think it will be with me by mid-Sept, but I was okay with waiting until Mid-November. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottfisher Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 As The Beach Boy's once said, "I wish they all could be Caaalifornia Girl's" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InsGadget Posted August 24, 2008 Share Posted August 24, 2008 Gotta say, that is rather maddening ... Ordered mine 7/3, still waiting on the VIN ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heckmanm Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 Gotta say, that is rather maddening ... Ordered mine 7/3, still waiting on the VIN ... I hear you. Ordered my on 6/10. Time to bug the dealer again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InsGadget Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 I mean, I understand giving priority to California, but still, people who take the time and effort to actually pre-order a vehicle before it's publicly available should be rewarded with a vehicle within a reasonable amount of time. I don't care what reasons people may come up with to explain it, this is simply an inane example of customer service. I also don't care what state laws are in place to protect the dealerships. After all, who is the most important person in this process? The end customer. SO MAKE THE END CUSTOMER HAPPY DAMMIT. This is sad, Ford. Very sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottfisher Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 Being in Florida I think you will not wait as long as some of us others. I doubt if you will wait more than a couple months for your VIN. You may even beat me, my location 45 minutes away from Ford's World Headquaters obviously does nothing for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fmorriso Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 (edited) Being in Florida I think you will not wait as long as some of us others. I doubt if you will wait more than a couple months for your VIN. You may even beat me, my location 45 minutes away from Ford's World Headquaters obviously does nothing for me. Even if he (Meatwaggon) takes delivery prior to me, it won't come as a big surprise. All the best to everyone waiting for delivery, because whatever happens in terms of the order of actual production of these vehicles, it sure as heck isn't the fault of the folks trying to buy them if theirs gets produced ahead of ours. Like you, I too ordered a 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid with Nav(60N) and side steps (187), on April 21, 2008. The only difference is that mine is AWD (a.k.a. U59/750A) vs. yours being FWD. As of August 14, I'm now "in line" (have a VIN that ViperPilot can track for me). Edited August 26, 2008 by fmorriso Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Lantern Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 Even if he (Meatwaggon) takes delivery prior to me, it won't come as a big surprise. All the best to everyone waiting for delivery, because whatever happens in terms of the order of actual production of these vehicles, it sure as heck isn't the fault of the folks trying to buy them if theirs gets produced ahead of ours. Like you, I too ordered a 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid with Nav(60N) and side steps (187), on April 21, 2008. The only difference is that mine is AWD (a.k.a. U59/750A) vs. yours being FWD. As of August 14, I'm now "in line" (have a VIN that ViperPilot can track for me). My fingers are crossed for you man. I hope you get your vehicle going soon and then get it in your hands. You will love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted September 6, 2008 Share Posted September 6, 2008 I got my vin too! I ordered 7/28 and it was processed on 8/21. It has a priority of 01. The dealer said end of Sept or beginning of October for delivery. WOO HOO!!! I had a thought for all you guys that have ordered yours and are still waiting for anything. I would build your own and see if any dealer has it, then tell your dealer to take a hike and buy the one you found. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InsGadget Posted September 7, 2008 Share Posted September 7, 2008 I had a thought for all you guys that have ordered yours and are still waiting for anything. I would build your own and see if any dealer has it, then tell your dealer to take a hike and buy the one you found. Good luck. Have you used the "Build Your Own" experience on the Ford website? I guess that's what you are referring to. After you build it, instead of doing a regional or national search for this vehicle (which would make sense to me), it emails the sales people at the local Ford dealerships only. Even if your local dealers would suck at getting an '09 FEH right now. I've tried Autotrader.com, but they do not let you specify Hybrids for Escapes. Anyone know of a better website for this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Extreme4x4 Posted September 7, 2008 Share Posted September 7, 2008 Have you used the "Build Your Own" experience on the Ford website? I guess that's what you are referring to. After you build it, instead of doing a regional or national search for this vehicle (which would make sense to me), it emails the sales people at the local Ford dealerships only. Even if your local dealers would suck at getting an '09 FEH right now. I've tried Autotrader.com, but they do not let you specify Hybrids for Escapes. Anyone know of a better website for this? On Autotrader.com, click on advanced search. This gives you the option to put in a Keyword. You can enter the word Hybrid there. Another one to look at, is Cars.com. When we were searching for trucks, nothing would give you the option for the V10. Thus, we used the Keyword section to get to them. V10's are not real common either................. much like the Hybrid vs non hybrid Escape. Good luck to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted September 7, 2008 Share Posted September 7, 2008 (edited) Insgadget, yes you are right not very user friendly, but for someone desperate might be worth it. Why don't they follow Carmax, just list the cars and where they're at and let the customer do the rest. PITA! Great idea Extreme4x4. Here is a link to 376 FEH in the USA (some 2008's in there) http://www.cars.com/go/search/search_resul...mp;aff=national Edited September 7, 2008 by Tango Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InsGadget Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 On Autotrader.com, click on advanced search. This gives you the option to put in a Keyword. You can enter the word Hybrid there. Another one to look at, is Cars.com. Thanks guys, these websites are a big help. Now to start calling around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
09feh Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Thanks guys, these websites are a big help. Now to start calling around. Ins, are you looking for a 2wd FEHL in Black Pearl Slate with NAv and running boards? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InsGadget Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 (edited) Ins, are you looking for a 2wd FEHL in Black Pearl Slate with NAv and running boards? Just like you said but with AWD. I know there was one like you said at Mullimax. However, using the websites that you guys have shown me, I found my vehicle. Here it is. Price is as listed, with a $100 discount probably. More than I wanted to spend, but oh well. I'm flying from Jacksonville to DC this Thursday to pick it up and drive it back south to Florida. For anyone like me who is still waiting on their VIN, with no hope in sight, I highly recommend you find your vehicle on a lot somewhere. Unless you want to wait. I put a $500 deposit down on the FEHL I ordered, but the local dealership luckily refunded it, so no harm no foul there. Thanks again to all those who gave advice. Edited September 9, 2008 by InsGadget Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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