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Model S Delivery Dates and Sequencing

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There's no "waiting period." As soon as they can source a truck and have a load of cars that are near you (or on the way from cali to you) then they'll send the truck. They are shipping everything they can right now. They may be getting drivers who want to be home for the holidays or whatever so could have a smaller pool - no idea.

Seems like there are a number of Tesla customers in ATL area, FLA, NC here in the southeast, all similarly distant from Cali.
When my Roadster was delivered in 2011, it was the only Tesla on the truck (there were other makes loaded), and they sent it promptly.

Seems strange, that I am getting no specific response when I ask if something is holding up the Model S.
Just the same generic response "normally only takes a day or two, it will ship soon, could be today but I can't really say, ..."

It seems like someone would know what is going on, and could just clarify, in response to my calls and emails, but it seems to be a mystery.
 
P2747 (VIN 2301) will be ready for pickup on Sunday, but since we decided to make this a mini vacation/roadtrip with the family, and there are other commitments before then, I've set the delivery date for a week later, Sunday 12/23. I don't know if Tesla will be making deliveries on Christmas eve, if not, mine could be one of the last deliveries before Xmas, and I can't imagine a better gift.

We'll supercharge in Harris Ranch, overnight in San Luis Obisbo, then supercharge again in LA before coming home to Carlsbad.
 
Picked up my car this morning at a delivery event in Los Angeles. I'm loving it and so is everyone that I've sent pictures or given rides to in it. I'm P1383 with a vin of 1873. My delivery window was 12/11 to 12/25. My baby is a green performance with tan leather, 21" grey wheels and all of the extra's except kiddie seats and wall charger. The color is so much richer than the sample color in the showroom, I couldn't be happier with my choice.
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Nice car JimO :). Man I love those performance wheels!

I got a call from my delivery specialist (Jake) today. He says the car should ship out within a few days and instead of going through the DC service center will go directly to my house. He thinks earliest possible arrival will be just before Xmas, and potentially as late as Jan 5.

Tesla will be missing my delivery window of Dec. 7-21. :mad:

Really wanted this car to drive to the family event on Christmas Day.

Edit: I had called Tesla Tuesday evening and on that call also indicated it would be done in a few days. Not sure if I'm seeing stall tactics or some folks have wide definitions of what "a few days" means.

JEEEZ, just get me my car guys! :)
 
Earlier in the week, my delivery specialist estimated that my car would be coming in towards the middle-to-end of next week...When I checked in with him today, he said that they have a TON of cars coming into New York over the weekend, and I could be looking at early next week instead. So, great news for me, but I just wanted to let the other lurking New Yorkers know: There's a TON coming into town this weekend...Brace yourselves! :)
 
"A TON of cars coming to New York over the weekend..." Love the sound of that! My original delivery window was 12/15 - 12/30, but my DS said on a phone call that i might be first week in January...oh man, i hope my status on Santa's nice list means that my reservation (#5652) is part of the TON this weekend.

I'm doubting it though, as they haven't responded to my pleas to send them $$$ yet, and nobody has sent me a VIN#. Also, has anyone received their wall charger yet? I'm hoping that comes in first.
 
P3170. After reading that people were calling, I finally called the DC store. Julia was very friendly. I mentioned that I wanted my car this year and she said, sure we can arrange that. I was surprised and did not believe it. Now, two days later, Julia called and offered me my VIN number (P02336). She said that the car should be on its way soon and felt very sure it would be this year. So, call if you are in a hurry. Either way, call the store and make sure they have a copy of your license and proof of insurance.

Although I prefer home delivery, I chose store delivery in the fear that home delivery may cause a delay.
 
Earlier in the week, my delivery specialist estimated that my car would be coming in towards the middle-to-end of next week...When I checked in with him today, he said that they have a TON of cars coming into New York over the weekend, and I could be looking at early next week instead. So, great news for me, but I just wanted to let the other lurking New Yorkers know: There's a TON coming into town this weekend...Brace yourselves! :)

Several tons, I betcha. 2+ per car!!
 
Earlier in the week, my delivery specialist estimated that my car would be coming in towards the middle-to-end of next week...When I checked in with him today, he said that they have a TON of cars coming into New York over the weekend, and I could be looking at early next week instead. So, great news for me, but I just wanted to let the other lurking New Yorkers know: There's a TON coming into town this weekend...Brace yourselves! :)

The Austin, I do believe Amos and his 80 foot truck is stopping with two in The Hamptons today, and then two in MA tomorrow - I am one of those lucky folk, and looks like VIN P01845 should land in my driveway about 9am, tomorrow (Sunday) morning in a light snow. Day 1,230 exactly since my deposit was placed (8-2-2009).

I'm easy, I'm easy like Sunday morning, yeah...

Posted on the delivery thread about The Joy of The Wait, and thanks to all for the great communication along the way.
Will post pics in the delivery thread. (did I say YAHOO!!)
 
The Austin, I do believe Amos and his 80 foot truck is stopping with two in The Hamptons today, and then two in MA tomorrow - I am one of those lucky folk, and looks like VIN P01845 should land in my driveway about 9am, tomorrow (Sunday) morning in a light snow. Day 1,230 exactly since my deposit was placed (8-2-2009).

I'm easy, I'm easy like Sunday morning, yeah...

Posted on the delivery thread about The Joy of The Wait, and thanks to all for the great communication along the way.
Will post pics in the delivery thread. (did I say YAHOO!!)

I, for one, cannot wait to read YOUR first impressions of receiving and driving your very own Model S. I'm betting it will be a most entertaining and enjoyable read.
 
"A TON of cars coming to New York over the weekend..." Love the sound of that! My original delivery window was 12/15 - 12/30, but my DS said on a phone call that i might be first week in January...oh man, i hope my status on Santa's nice list means that my reservation (#5652) is part of the TON this weekend.

I'm doubting it though, as they haven't responded to my pleas to send them $$$ yet, and nobody has sent me a VIN#. Also, has anyone received their wall charger yet? I'm hoping that comes in first.

I am P4821 and have a delivery window of 12/15- 12/31 - no VIN my email to Tesla 2 days ago requesting VIN update has gone unanswered. I was told by Solar City that the HPWC will not be available until late January. So what they are doing is installing the 220 for the mobile charger until the HPWC are available and then coming back out to install that. I am in California.
 
I am P4821 and have a delivery window of 12/15- 12/31 - no VIN my email to Tesla 2 days ago requesting VIN update has gone unanswered. I was told by Solar City that the HPWC will not be available until late January. So what they are doing is installing the 220 for the mobile charger until the HPWC are available and then coming back out to install that. I am in California.

A couple of us have been told that the last big batch of VIN numbers, for the year, is going to be available early next week. Hoping to get mine too.