TP27 Posted May 22, 2006 Report Share Posted May 22, 2006 It's here, two months early !! Got the call from my dealer that my new R was delivered to them last week, while he was on holiday. Have the option to wait or take delivery when it suits me. Think it'll be with me very shortly. Told originally I was due Week 22 build so v. confused BUT happy nonetheless !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markallain Posted May 22, 2006 Report Share Posted May 22, 2006 Seems like quite a few cars built to spec are appearing now. What options have you gone for TP? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs32 Posted May 22, 2006 Report Share Posted May 22, 2006 your "proper" one is here TP enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGK512 Posted May 22, 2006 Report Share Posted May 22, 2006 Yeah mine was supposed to be built this week and its arriving at the dealers tomorrow ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP27 Posted May 22, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2006 [ QUOTE ] What options have you gone for TP? [/ QUOTE ] Suppose it's everything except DSG and Recaro. I was really taken aback when the call came through...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisBuer Posted May 22, 2006 Report Share Posted May 22, 2006 Great news TP! I was told week 22 also, so here's hoping it's earlier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magrillz Posted May 23, 2006 Report Share Posted May 23, 2006 Sorry but i have missed this. So you have another one TP27? Could you not get the spec you wanted first time? Sounds interesting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mook Posted May 23, 2006 Report Share Posted May 23, 2006 Naaah - he just likes the idea of depreciation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP27 Posted May 23, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Naaah - he just likes the idea of depreciation [/ QUOTE ] Bought an R at launch (as I'd sold my mk-ivR) and spec'd mine but delayed the delivery until now. The car I'm getting is my ordered spec as the R I have is fairly basic. Dealer taking mine back at agreed price (as agreed when I first bought it) and I'm happy with the deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mook Posted May 23, 2006 Report Share Posted May 23, 2006 Still reckon you're bonkers mate, but good on you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisBuer Posted May 23, 2006 Report Share Posted May 23, 2006 Out of interest, when people have been given their build dates, roughly how long do the cars take to build? Mine is due to be built next week but I've no idea how long it takes for them to finish it and ship it over here..any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac_Terrorist Posted May 23, 2006 Report Share Posted May 23, 2006 I think they're usually completed that week. They commence transportation the following week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisBuer Posted May 23, 2006 Report Share Posted May 23, 2006 Oh really? Mine is being built in week 22 apparently, which is next week. The dealer has said that it's going to be about 5-6 weeks before delivery, but that seemed quite some time off....anyway time will tell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGK512 Posted May 24, 2006 Report Share Posted May 24, 2006 Mine was wk21 and it arrived at dealers yesterday ! still not seen it but that's another story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisBuer Posted May 24, 2006 Report Share Posted May 24, 2006 When were you given your build date Silver? The dealer only informed me last week that their system was showing up as build week 22. However, I guess it could have been on there for a while (I did order last November!) I've prepared myself for a 5-6 week wait, but I guess I should be anticipating the call whenever... TP, let us know how the new Blue Devil is, you lucky man!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magrillz Posted May 24, 2006 Report Share Posted May 24, 2006 Sounds good, Will we be seeing the new and improved pics then. I hope the new one will be even more shiney Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regulator Posted May 24, 2006 Report Share Posted May 24, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Dealer taking mine back at agreed price (as agreed when I first bought it) and I'm happy with the deal. [/ QUOTE ] seems like a good deal to me aswell, as long as he paying a good price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisBuer Posted May 24, 2006 Report Share Posted May 24, 2006 Oh really? Well I was expecting to possibly take a July delivery, but if all goes according to plan, it could be with me for anytime in the next few weeks! Here's hoping! Thanks for the info Boarder! This site is great for information like this as I don't like to constantly bug my dealer but at the same time I've become a bit .:R obsessed! I just keep imagining that first drive in my head, the roads I'd take, the stop off at the Shell garage for some Optimax, etc! I only drove the .:R briefly last November and the car only had 50 miles on the clock, so it was hard to measure just how good this car is. Well hopefully my waiting won't be for too much longer and I just hope that it lives up to the expectation (I'm sure it will ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP27 Posted May 31, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2006 Well, I'm off to the Dealer tomorrow to see the "new" Blue Devil in the flesh and sign the paperwork and arrange delivery. Looks like it'll take at least 10 days to complete the change-over, the DVLA transfer of my plate taking the longest !! I'll take some pics tomorrow and post them up !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisBuer Posted May 31, 2006 Report Share Posted May 31, 2006 Great news TP, look forward to seeing the pics!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP27 Posted May 31, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2006 I'm really looking forward to the new R but will miss to my present chum !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs32 Posted May 31, 2006 Report Share Posted May 31, 2006 TP Would heavily recommend that you consider the Milltek cat-back for your new beast - I remember you saying you were waiting to see what other owners thought of the MkV offering and it's fantastic - has really changed the car for the better ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP27 Posted May 31, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2006 Interesting. Now that I've done 3,500 miles in this R, the exhaust note is magic. I loved the Blueflame on my mk-iv R and always veered against the Milltek, just on account of the fact it was too LOUD !! Think I'll wait until I've driven an R with the Milltek, then knowing me I'm bound to go off to Star Performance to get one fitted !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs32 Posted May 31, 2006 Report Share Posted May 31, 2006 understand what you mean about the Milltek loudness - in the first 200 miles it was way too boomy and I almost regretted having it done. Then after 300 miles (and a good ragging as the car now has 6.5k on the clock) it quietened down hugely and keeps getting smoother. I think BrakeSnake has done around 4k miles with it fitted and is also very positive. certainly worth considering - it gives the whole car a much meatier feel and has completely changed the way it drives for the better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP27 Posted May 31, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2006 Noted, thanks. As you say, leaving the stock exhaust/engine combo to bed in has to be done first, before the Milltek is considered. I have a totally open mind !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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