2025 Maverick, Intentional Order Delay

[kwright]

I realize there are folks here who may not appreciate my perspective on this topic.

I ordered a reasonably well-equipped 2025 Maverick XLT when the order banks opened in early August. I was contacted last week by the salesperson, who shared that my order was in "per-scheduling" (I believe that was the term he used, but I may be incorrect) and if nothing changed, was scheduled for production in early December. I asked what that meant my delivery and he responded with likely mid to late January.

Now the back story. The actual reason he called was I told him when we placed the order that I didn't want delivery until late winter. Late February to early March would be sweet spot but later would be fine.

My rational for this is simple. I live in Michigan where they literally pour sodium chloride (salt) on the roads. To the extent that we have to sweep and/or wash the salt deposits that drips off the vehicles out of the garage. As it dries, the garage floor will end up covered in powdery salt residue that will end up on the vehicle floor mats and gets tracked into the house. Depending on the weather we may have to do this clean up several times a winter.

Many if not most vehicles around here typically die a slow death by salt-exposure, rather than mechanically. Keeping the vehicles clean, which we're fastidious about, helps, but doesn't prevent the inevitable, at least in my experience. Therefore my reason for delaying delivery is I don't have the heart to drop a brand-new Maverick right into the middle of a Michigan winter. Though clearly I know I can't avoid salt exposure forever, well, unless I had a separate winter beater, I at least want the truck to be a bit "used" before it gets exposed the next winter. A small delay before accepting delivery at this point is worth it to me.

The salesperson indicated he can manipulate the option choices on the order to delay production to hit the timing I'm looking for. Note by the way, he indicated this type of request in not particularly uncommon on new vehicle orders.

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[Hot Runr Guy]

Why not just have it brought home from the dealer on a flatbed tow truck?

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[Superg0]

why not wait until a dry spell and drive it home when the roads arent wet or snowy?

 

[kwright]

It's not initially getting it home from the dealer that's the concern, but rather the Maverick will be my daily driver. Consequently, once picked up it will be regularly exposed to the salt.

 

[Bob zimmerman]

If you get this winter worked out, what’s your plan for next winter?
I don’t really understand your dilemma.

 

[jdonnery]

If it’s that important, just get the underbody coated/sealed and have the body ceramic coated.

 

[25Fmaverick]

I realize there are folks here who may not appreciate my perspective on this topic.

I ordered a reasonably well-equipped 2025 Maverick XLT when the order banks opened in early August. I was contacted last week by the salesperson, who shared that my order was in "per-scheduling" (I believe that was the term he used, but I may be incorrect) and if nothing changed, was scheduled for production in early December. I asked what that meant my delivery and he responded with likely mid to late January.

Now the back story. The actual reason he called was I told him when we placed the order that I didn't want delivery until late winter. Late February to early March would be sweet spot but later would be fine.

My rational for this is simple. I live in Michigan where they literally pour sodium chloride (salt) on the roads. To the extent that we have to sweep and/or wash the salt deposits that drips off the vehicles out of the garage. As it dries, the garage floor will end up covered in powdery salt residue that will end up on the vehicle floor mats and gets tracked into the house. Depending on the weather we may have to do this clean up several times a winter.

Many if not most vehicles around here typically die a slow death by salt-exposure, rather than mechanically. Keeping the vehicles clean, which we're fastidious about, helps, but doesn't prevent the inevitable, at least in my experience. Therefore my reason for delaying delivery is I don't have the heart to drop a brand-new Maverick right into the middle of a Michigan winter. Though clearly I know I can't avoid salt exposure forever, well, unless I had a separate winter beater, I at least want the truck to be a bit "used" before it gets exposed the next winter. A small delay before accepting delivery at this point is worth it to me.

The salesperson indicated he can manipulate the option choices on the order to delay production to hit the timing I'm looking for. Note by the way, he indicated this type of request in not particularly uncommon on new vehicle orders.

Just spray some fluid film, you should be doing that before each winter anyways. Costs less than $30 for a maverick sized vehicle and will last the whole winter protecting from salt.

 

[bobbyd454]

Just spray some fluid film, you should be doing that before each winter anyways. Costs less than $30 for a maverick sized vehicle and will last the whole winter protecting from salt.

OR MOVE FROM THERE.

 

[AlpineKid74]

I realize there are folks here who may not appreciate my perspective on this topic.

I ordered a reasonably well-equipped 2025 Maverick XLT when the order banks opened in early August. I was contacted last week by the salesperson, who shared that my order was in "per-scheduling" (I believe that was the term he used, but I may be incorrect) and if nothing changed, was scheduled for production in early December. I asked what that meant my delivery and he responded with likely mid to late January.

Now the back story. The actual reason he called was I told him when we placed the order that I didn't want delivery until late winter. Late February to early March would be sweet spot but later would be fine.

My rational for this is simple. I live in Michigan where they literally pour sodium chloride (salt) on the roads. To the extent that we have to sweep and/or wash the salt deposits that drips off the vehicles out of the garage. As it dries, the garage floor will end up covered in powdery salt residue that will end up on the vehicle floor mats and gets tracked into the house. Depending on the weather we may have to do this clean up several times a winter.

Many if not most vehicles around here typically die a slow death by salt-exposure, rather than mechanically. Keeping the vehicles clean, which we're fastidious about, helps, but doesn't prevent the inevitable, at least in my experience. Therefore my reason for delaying delivery is I don't have the heart to drop a brand-new Maverick right into the middle of a Michigan winter. Though clearly I know I can't avoid salt exposure forever, well, unless I had a separate winter beater, I at least want the truck to be a bit "used" before it gets exposed the next winter. A small delay before accepting delivery at this point is worth it to me.

The salesperson indicated he can manipulate the option choices on the order to delay production to hit the timing I'm looking for. Note by the way, he indicated this type of request in not particularly uncommon on new vehicle orders.

Where in west Michigan are you, if I may ask? We live under the bridge about an hour south of it.
We have gotten a fair about of snow here at times, & dealing with salt is what we have to do.
That is what some Michiganians have to deal with.
I joined a car wash and get car washed daily.
Ours is due January or February. Can not wait.

 

[olderthanyourdirt]

Yes, the 99 code will put the order on hold, but you need to remember that some components made be put on production hold. You may wait until February to have it scheduled and oh by the way the factory doesn't have one option available for production for 3 or 4 weeks of production. when that item is available something else might be put on hold. There can be rail car shortages, weather delays, Have seen units get put in storage and cars built a month later arrive 6 weeks before the earlier build.
I wouldn't mess with the build.

 

[kwright]

Where in west Michigan are you, if I may ask? We live under the bridge about an hour south of it.
We have gotten a fair about of snow here at times, & dealing with salt is what we have to do.
That is what some Michiganians have to deal with.
I joined a car wash and get car washed daily.
Ours is due January or February. Can not wait.

Indeed, dealing with salt in Michigan is a reality.

In terms of where I'm located, I'm quite a bit further south of you, SW of Grand Rapids about 35 miles or so, within about five miles of Lake Michigan. We typically use a car wash and get our vehicles washed at least weekly, more often if possible. It depends on how often we're in town (we live out a ways).

Thanks to everyone who shared their perspectives and thoughts...

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