David - You won't get a call from the dealer. You will get an e-mail and since you reserved in July 08 it probably won't be until sometime next year before you receive the e-mail.
Don't worry about your wife not doing the test drive. I went to Chandler for the Road Tour and did the test drive and went back a couple more times while I was waiting for my car. Each time Hubby was with me but didn't do the test drive. I can't keep him out of the car now...
Teapots (aka TPOT42)
Thanks for the reply.
I will just sit back and watch all of you enjoy your Smarties.
I just wanted to give you another exciting update on your smart! It has just arrived to the port in California!!! The anxious wait is finally almost over. I will be in contact with you once your car is here at the dealership within the next week. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me anytime. I look forward to meeting you soon!
I received the following email today:
>> Hello,
I just wanted to give you another exciting update on your smart! It has just arrived to the port in California!!! The anxious wait is finally almost over. I will be in contact with you once your car is here at the dealership within the next week. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me anytime. I look forward to meeting you soon!
Thanks,
Alex Wolfe
smart Delivery Specialist
Hi CruisingAZ
Before you know it, you will be getting that long, long, long awaited phone call...happy driving !
Just received this e-mail today, I though I had 30 days to take possession?
Quote:
Hello!
We are happy to tell you that your car has arrived stateside and is being processed at our port of entry in California. We expect your vehicle to be released to transportation carriers in the next 24-48 hours (maybe even sooner!). In preparation for your delivery we will need the following items with you – you can bring them with you at your delivery appointment or you are welcome to email or fax them to us ahead of time. Items we will need; a copy of your driver’s license and a current insurance card with your name on it. If you are planning to finance, we will need a credit application (attached) filled out and faxed to us. If you have a trade in, please give us a call with the details so we can begin the appraisal process. Once your vehicle has arrived here at the dealership we will contact you to schedule your delivery appointment, please remember that once the vehicle arrives here at the dealership you have 7 days to complete your purchase and take delivery.
Also, we have value added options available, please take a look at them and let us know if you would be interested – we can have any of these items added to your vehicle prior to your delivery so it’s all ready to go when you come in:
LoJack- $595
Window tint:
~Ceramic- $695
~standard- $325
Ibex surface protection system- $495
Clear Bra- $625
Velour Floor Mats $65
All Weather Mats $49
If for any reason you have decided you will not be purchasing the smart car you have reserved please kindly respond to this email requesting a refund. smartUSA will issue your refund promptly.
If you need any additional assistance, please do not hesitate to call on us.
Just received this e-mail today, I though I had 30 days to take possession?
Hi CruisingAZ
I think we all thought that at first. I think the 30 days is really the e-mail/phone call from the dealer letting you know that your smart is almost here. I was told that even though they said 7 days to take delivery, if for some reason we couldn't pick it up within the 7 days, they would work with us as long as we were committed in taking the car.
Also, remember, if you want any dealer options they will get them done for you prior to you picking up the smart. There are more options than what is listed in the e-mail.
Alex sent me an accessory catalog, I ordered the floor mats and the rear compartment cover. I am off Sunday - Tuesday so they will have to deliver on one of those days.
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