Monogram Series FR-S Orders

[FiRStsc10n]

agree that it probably depends on dealership. My 10 Series was detailed by the dealership, but they are a combined Scion/Toyota/Lexus dealer so the detailers were from the Lexus side. The car looked great, no issues.

I checked out a few of the cars they did prior to mine arriving so it's always good to do homework.

[xDJ DUBx]

Originally Posted by FiRStsc10n

agree that it probably depends on dealership. My 10 Series was detailed by the dealership, but they are a combined Scion/Toyota/Lexus dealer so the detailers were from the Lexus side. The car looked great, no issues.

I checked out a few of the cars they did prior to mine arriving so it's always good to do homework.

Same here, Longo is a scion/Toyota/lexus dealer and my car looked amazing.

[torqdork]

With the 2015 June release announcement, it might pay Monogram shoppers to hold off for a discount in July.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=61278

[CruiseZen]

Originally Posted by torqdork

With the 2015 June release announcement, it might pay Monogram shoppers to hold off for a discount in July.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=61278

Let the agonizing begin!

Meanwhile those of us who have already bought one can drive around with big smiles on our faces.

[torqdork]

Originally Posted by CruiseZen

Let the agonizing begin!

Meanwhile those of us who have already bought one can drive around with big smiles on our faces.

A little like what happened to some 10 Series owners after seven months of ownership when '14 Monograms started selling. We all thought 10 Series would sell to the walls but there might be some sitting at dealerships now. Same thing will happen with Monograms, just sooner.

[subiestyle]

Originally Posted by torqdork

A little like what happened to some 10 Series owners after seven months of ownership when '14 Monograms started selling. We all thought 10 Series would sell to the walls but there might be some sitting at dealerships now. Same thing will happen with Monograms, just sooner.

but are the monogram features gonna be a separate trim level for 2015?

I'm not so sure trd version will have the monogram features.

[MonoRaven]

Originally Posted by FiRStsc10n

agree that it probably depends on dealership. My 10 Series was detailed by the dealership, but they are a combined Scion/Toyota/Lexus dealer so the detailers were from the Lexus side. The car looked great, no issues.

I checked out a few of the cars they did prior to mine arriving so it's always good to do homework.

This is very true. There are some dealers out there who have really good detailers working for them and they allow them to take their time and do it right. There are also dealers who sub out their work to private detailers who also do very good work. But on average most dealers think detailing is just a quick wash and vacuum and they pay their detailers just over minimum wage and rush them to get the work done. So they will wash 20 cars out of the same dirty bucket of water. A lot of dealers also have a swirl-a-matic they will drive your car through and call it clean.

It's alway best to do your homework and check out whoever is going to touch your car, not just in detailing but maintenance or anything else.

[funwheeldrive]

Originally Posted by CruiseZen

Let the agonizing begin!

Meanwhile those of us who have already bought one can drive around with big smiles on our faces.

Even if the 2015 FRS comes with minor improvements, I'd be surprised if the leather interior/smart key/headlamps were available on the standard models. Those were all reasons I jumped on the Monogram. Plus, the timing was perfect.

I'm more intrigued with what changes the 2016 model will bring...

[MonoRaven]

Originally Posted by Chad86

So the dealer told me I could not get it detailed elsewhere and Im stuck using their detailer. I will be going to a local shop to get the Paint Protection Film installed. So is my paint going to be officially screwed by the dealer now

That is the feeling Im getting from some of the posters on here...

How can they tell you what you can and cannot do with your car?

If you go to a good PPF installer he will inspect your paint and do any correction necessary before installing it.

I don't think the dealer will officially screw your paint but they 'could' instill swirls and light scratches in it which are totally reversible. When you get your car from them take it out in the bright sunlight and inspect it very close, if you don't like what you see then find a good reputable detailer and have them fix it.

[torqdork]

Originally Posted by subiestyle

but are the monogram features gonna be a separate trim level for 2015?

I'm not so sure trd version will have the monogram features.

Pretty sure Monogram production ends next month.

[Chad86]

Originally Posted by funwheeldrive

Even if the 2015 FRS comes with minor improvements, I'd be surprised if the leather interior/smart key/headlamps were available on the standard models. Those were all reasons I jumped on the Monogram. Plus, the timing was perfect.

I'm more intrigued with what changes the 2016 model will bring...

Agreed. I doubt they would do this.

[Chad86]

Originally Posted by torqdork

Pretty sure Monogram production ends next month.

Yes, they are all sold out in Nanaimo.

[Chad86]

Originally Posted by MonoRaven

How can they tell you what you can and cannot do with your car?

If you go to a good PPF installer he will inspect your paint and do any correction necessary before installing it.

I don't think the dealer will officially screw your paint but they 'could' instill swirls and light scratches in it which are totally reversible. When you get your car from them take it out in the bright sunlight and inspect it very close, if you don't like what you see then find a good reputable detailer and have them fix it.

I will do this when I take my car to SHC after checking it over. I am getting the dealer to add the PFF. Is it the opti-coat that the dealer installs?

[CruiseZen]

Originally Posted by torqdork

Pretty sure Monogram production ends next month.

Wonder what the Monogram sales numbers are? Perhaps we might get some word when the March sales numbers come out. I have yet to hear of any just sitting on dealers lots.