Yup, salesmen go on vacation just like the rest of us, knowing they may miss out on the sales transaction. I'd go get it ASAP and let the sales manager figure out the details. I sure as heck don't want to be reading a thread next week about "My salesman went on vacation and the dealership sold...
Perhaps speak with the sales manager or general manager. It sounds to me like the finance dept is trying to pad their commission. There are dozens of posts on MTC about similar situations and most turn out to be either incompetence or greed at the salesman/finance level.
Both local dealers I've been working with recently informed me they will be adding nearly $3,000 in "dealer fees" to ordered '23 Mavericks. Yes, I'm currently looking for another local dealer to work with.
I plan on installing a 2-channel dash cam once I get my '23 Maverick next year. And even though the rear-facing camera might not catch everything because of the bed and tailgate, it'll still be able to get a good view of most action out back.
Example, my rear bumper got backed into in a...
Perhaps the delay will also reduce the number of orders from flippers, which will allow those who intend to keep and use their Maverick to get it a bit sooner.