Toyota 86 sold out for the next 2 YEARS!

[Type[R]+]

Originally Posted by m0nty

Marketing is done to benefit the company. How does Toyota benefit from telling people it takes 18 months to get one? There is no benefit whatsoever.

it might help Australia secure more cars for the future, take some off the yanks lol!

[m0nty]

Originally Posted by Type[R]+

it might help Australia secure more cars for the future, take some off the yanks lol!

They're different spec and drive type. Not entirely sure how it works but I think we would need to be looking to secure allocation from the Japan, UK production.

Its a double edged sword at the end of the day. Great for Toyota publicity on one hand, but long lead times are a buzz kill. Its really just the first time in recent history it has happened to Toyota. It happened to Volkswagen for Golf GTI, R, Scirocco and Polo GTI. Even Tiguan and now Touareg.

We can't lose sight of what Toyota has created here. Name another cast that had created so much hype, and then knocked every competitor out of the park with super sharp pricing. I can't think of one that did both so convincingly.

[Type[R]+]

Originally Posted by m0nty

They're different spec and drive type. Not entirely sure how it works but I think we would need to be looking to secure allocation from the Japan, UK production.

Its a double edged sword at the end of the day. Great for Toyota publicity on one hand, but long lead times are a buzz kill. Its really just the first time in recent history it has happened to Toyota. It happened to Volkswagen for Golf GTI, R, Scirocco and Polo GTI. Even Tiguan and now Touareg.

We can't lose sight of what Toyota has created here. Name another cast that had created so much hype, and then knocked every competitor out of the park with super sharp pricing. I can't think of one that did both so convincingly.

More to do with manufacturing line allocation than actual car....

As for the second point, it depends on which car you follow. You mentioned Golf R. The FJ cruiser is another great example too! But as you say, no point having a product you can't sell. 18 months wait for real? A crap load of people are going to give it a miss. And super sharp pricing is highly debatable, seems you don't get much for $40k...

[Nardi330]

Originally Posted by Type[R]+

And super sharp pricing is highly debatable, seems you don't get much for $40k...

the only thing you don't get much is the power/torque.

imo spec is pretty good. keyless entry/start, HID + LED DRL, sat nav, leather/suede are great and think about what other car around this price has floor and boot mats included.

[TheDemons]

Originally Posted by Nardi330

the only thing you don't get much is the power/torque.

imo spec is pretty good. keyless entry/start, HID + LED DRL, sat nav, leather/suede are great and think about what other car around this price has floor and boot mats included.

I agree, it may not have much power/torque, but it's enough to enjoy. From memory, I remember reading that, during the development of the 86, it was basically designed for the owners to mod/improve it.
I think it's good value for money, but that's just my opinion.

[FT-86GOD]

Originally Posted by znelbok

I am not in the habit of dishing out BS - only told it the way I was told. So if there is any BS, its from the dealer. If 8 months is more accurate then the dealer is spinning it to me to try and get my money and he has just lost it completely. Deposit for the car was not refundable either - his words not mine - unless you think I am still full of bull shit.

Dealer was Jeremy at Albion Park Toyota.
Mick

All good but that is one huge BS sandwich he tried to feed u!!!... I wonder why he would say that? Obviously no customer would wait that long... Not almost 2yrs, atleast not without ringing a few other dealers to double check...

[Dorikin]

Just called my dealer - confirmed wait could be up to 18months. Bit of a dilemma for me atm.

[Dorikin]

Originally Posted by Z6

Have you already placed your order? if so when?

Yeah bought one GTS manual and one GTS auto one week ago.

[Dorikin]

I highly doubt it will be an October build as I was told mine would be November when I ordered - which it obviously won't be. Bit miffed at the moment.

[m0nty]

Originally Posted by paros28

If there is an 18 month wait, then why is Toyota still running TV commercials?

Branding and GT availability. It all brings people into showrooms.

[Bounce]

Originally Posted by paros28

If there is an 18 month wait, then why is Toyota still running TV commercials?

Was that a serious question...?

[nix]

Originally Posted by Z6

My order went through 3 weeks ago, my dealer has confirmed "October" build, however I don't believe that is accurate as Toyota has stated that they will confirm 3 months after the order once the exact build date is scheduled.

You read their letter wrong. You won't get more info 3 months after ordering. It will be within 3 months of when your car goes into production which could be 18-3 months from now.

Aka. they can't tell you anything now and when they do you still have a 4.5 month wait for delivery (3 months until built + 6 week delivery).

Aka. Even those that ordered before the launch rush but dont have a build date yet seem to be screwed.

Aka. Brb looking at evo 10s and m3s


Seriously though I don't believe the 18 month figure. They will open new runs or even factories with that many cars on order.

[Bounce]

Originally Posted by nix;312601Aka.

Brb looking at evo 10s and m3s.

I'll go halves with you on an E92 M3

[Type[R]+]

Originally Posted by Bounce

I'll go halves with you on an E92 M3

meh, not worth the issues...

[Bounce]

Originally Posted by Type[R]+

meh, not worth the issues...

Says the IS-F owner.. lol

[Dorikin]

Originally Posted by nix

You read their letter wrong. You won't get more info 3 months after ordering. It will be within 3 months of when your car goes into production which could be 18-3 months from now.

Aka. they can't tell you anything now and when they do you still have a 4.5 month wait for delivery (3 months until built + 6 week delivery).

Aka. Even those that ordered before the launch rush but dont have a build date yet seem to be screwed.

Aka. Brb looking at evo 10s and m3s


Seriously though I don't believe the 18 month figure. They will open new runs or even factories with that many cars on order.

Yeah I am desperately hoping that they will open a new run or factories to cope with the demand. Damn car is selling like hot cakes, makes sense to up the production.

[Type[R]+]

Originally Posted by Bounce

Says the IS-F owner.. lol

I thought that would get a bite!

I did look at buying one though, but BMW rape you for everything here.

[sticky]

anyone know what the wait for a GTS auto is now?

[Dorikin]

Originally Posted by sticky

anyone know what the wait for a GTS auto is now?

The memo doesn't specify but my dealer said expect the same delays for all GTS variants.

[TheDemons]

I was told today by a dealer that there is a 19 month wait on the GTS, and a 6 month wait on the GT.
Also, he asked for a $2k deposit for a test drive, i thought it was only $1k deposit.

[Bounce]

My dealer took $500 deposit

[tibsy92]

well i read this in the newspaper...