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Order is in, waiting for dealer to process...

darth_hangover

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'11 Limted (on Order)
Well, I guess it's time for the waiting to start. Did the order this afternoon, dealer (GSM) will process in the system around 7PM EDT. Have the "approximate" order number right now, but should get confirmation tonight.

Ordered the 4WD Limited, 302A, Towing, Moon Roof, 20" Wheels, and DVD system in Tuxedo Black with Medium Light Stone.

Only potential hiccup is that I want Tuxedo Black, and they weren't sure if the system would take the order with that color. I did see on the order screen that it looks like they added a color called Black, so I assume that's a flat black color, not metallic.

Salesperson I worked with also indicated that Kona Blue (possibly my second choice if they can't order the Tuxedo Black) was just put on the list of constrained colors along with Tuxedo Black and Bordeaux Red.

I'm hoping to get the actual order code in an hour or so, and then the REAL waiting can begin....
 



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Whew. Order went in. Now the waiting can begin....Have to try to temper my excitement! :)
 












Yep. Talked to Ford CSC this morning. Vehicle is in order processing. Guess I need to wait until Friday to hope for a VIN....
 






Yep. Talked to Ford CSC this morning. Vehicle is in order processing. Guess I need to wait until Friday to hope for a VIN....

You could call Ford customer service on Thursday morning to see if you have a VIN.

Ford dealers computer system don't get updated till Thursday night/Friday morning.

I received my VIN from Ford on Thursday morning and called my dealer but they could not see it till Friday morning.
 






You could call Ford customer service on Thursday morning to see if you have a VIN.

Ford dealers computer system don't get updated till Thursday night/Friday morning.

I received my VIN from Ford on Thursday morning and called my dealer but they could not see it till Friday morning.

Actually the Ford Dealer system does update Thursday Morning as I was able to get into and check by 9 I believe I had my Vin #
 






Thanks for the updates/info. I actually got a PM from Seni this afternoon with my VIN. Total surprise since the CSC agent I spoke to said there wasn't one with my order...
 






Congrats. That was a quick VIN turnaround (Seni is great). If it is like my recent experience, you should get a window sticker in about 2 weeks (mine was 11 days from getting the VIN from Seni) with a build date within a week thereafter (mine was 5 days after sticker was available online). Silly, but the next step (seeing a window sticker) is comforting especially when the window sticker has your name on it (well first initial and last name anyway).
 






Yeah. I pretty much geared myself up for a long wait for the VIN since I ordered Tuxedo Black. I know it's usually about two weeks until the Window Sticker appears, but it's going be VERY hard not to keep checking before then...:)
 






Congrats. That was a quick VIN turnaround (Seni is great). If it is like my recent experience, you should get a window sticker in about 2 weeks (mine was 11 days from getting the VIN from Seni) with a build date within a week thereafter (mine was 5 days after sticker was available online). Silly, but the next step (seeing a window sticker) is comforting especially when the window sticker has your name on it (well first initial and last name anyway).

Aww thanks for the nice words! :) You have this under control so I will just publicly state that your calculations are right on. Keep in mind that some variables may make it sooner/later but generally this is the pattern.

~Seni
 






Thanks, again, Seni. I know that the two weeks to window sticker is just an estimate, and since I ordered Tuxedo Black, I'm realistic enough to know that it might be longer than that (though anxious enough to hope not)... :)
 






Thanks, again, Seni. I know that the two weeks to window sticker is just an estimate, and since I ordered Tuxedo Black, I'm realistic enough to know that it might be longer than that (though anxious enough to hope not)... :)

I like the way you are thinking! :) Check in with me in 7-10 days, I'll be happy to review my system for you, as I stated before. Enjoy your upcoming weekend!

~Seni
 






Ordered my X on April 8, 2011. My Paris, TN dealer said they have an allocation but I do not have a VIN or other info. I do have a copy of the order confirmation.

Andy
 






Ordered my X on April 8, 2011. My Paris, TN dealer said they have an allocation but I do not have a VIN or other info. I do have a copy of the order confirmation.

Andy

Andy,

Congrats on your upcoming Explorer!! If you would like I can help track your vehicle order status with an order # and dealer name. If you have a receipt from your dealer, (DORA or VOC) you should have an order number and dealer code. It is usually 4 digits; 3 numbers and 1 letter, or just 4 numbers. I'm looking forward to assisting you in the journey of waiting. I promise to make it as enjoyable as possible! BTW: It is easier for me to receive this info via PM.

Enjoy your upcoming weekend! :)

~Seni
 






Follow up to my note about ordering a 2011 x LTM with 4wd etc. My dealer is number F23045 (Joe Mahan Ford) in Paris, TN and the order number is 5006. And the confirmation date is April 8, 2011.

I ordered Gold Leaf, Pwr Liftgate, Roof Rack, Trailer Tow and Nav system. I am hoping to hear that I have a build date soon.

Thanks.

Andy Hooper
 






I am trying to send a PM to Seni. But I am not sure how to accomplish this. Maybe somebody will send me some directions as I need one of those dummy manuals.
Thanks.

A Hooper
 






Just click on the red FordCustSrvc name next to one of Seni's posts (above) and you should get a drop down menu with an option to send a private message to them.
 






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