FACTORY DELIVERY - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

blueforza · 01-02-2009, 08:06 PM

Hello all as we mostly all feel we don't want any dealer people touching our new babies!! and we all probably gave specific instruction not to touch the car. BUT does any one know if we might be able to pick up our cars directly from the factory. Maybe this sounds crazy but I personlly know people that picked up there Dodge Viper and Corvette directly from the factory and drove it or shipped it home. I asked them this question but the only thing they new was it was set up by the dealer directly through the factory??

zebra · 01-02-2009, 08:08 PM

from what i understand, we cannot have factory pickup because the car's built in Canada, and due to customs laws, among other things, that ain't possible. sorry :(

the vette & viper guys can do that because they're built here in the US

UCF w00t · 01-02-2009, 08:11 PM

Add to that the Vette is considered a premium car whereas the camaro is considered to be "just" another mass produced car so they're willing to have the extra costs, etc involved with customers around the plant.

blueforza · 01-02-2009, 08:13 PM

THANKS thats what I figured but it was worth asking. THATS sucks. This car should of been made in the US !!

Rodrunner · 01-02-2009, 08:20 PM

Here's what GM says about that at chevylaunch:

Camaro will be produced at the award-winning Oshawa assembly plant in Ontario, Canada. U.S. and Canadian customs and legal requirements prevent us from offering delivery of your Camaro at the Oshawa assembly plant.

Bornin69 · 01-02-2009, 08:32 PM

I feel like the technician(s) at the dealership arent going to do anything to the Camaro that I won't do on my way home. Maybe they will punch it once or twice before "Break in" but so will I...

Have faith in the car, it will take it!

2010_5thgen · 01-02-2009, 08:52 PM

i wouldnt want to pick mine up. id rather them deliver it to me and then get it from the dealer. no need in putting the miles on it if the trucks coming this way anyways.

CosmicTrucker · 01-03-2009, 08:12 AM

My dealer will, as with all of the vehicles I purchased in the past, deliver the car to my country estate. They use a covered truck and trailer with a State Trooper escort. The FAA issues a temp restriction to eliminate news groups from gathering any video footage from the air....

Damn, was I day dreaming again?

garfin · 01-03-2009, 10:12 AM

Actually, when ordering a Corvette (from any U.S. Chevy dealer), one can specify the "Museum Delivery" option (RPO R8C).
The National Corvette Museum is located across the street from the Bowling Green factory and all paperwork/arrangements are completed there. rather than at the factory. The museum staff takes pictures and your name is noted on a board that day in the main foyer.
Very cool.
I believe the R8C Museum Delivery is a $490 option.

Now maybe as a Canadian, I might be able to twist a few arms so I could pick my Camaro at the factory in Oshawa, since I'm only 20 min. away! No customs, duty, paperwork for me to deal with!

Best regardSS,

Elie

Steve · 01-03-2009, 10:39 AM

Finally, a realist! If it is of great concern just be there when the car is delivered to the dealer. I am sure if they know you are there when they are moving it they will not abuse it. Unless of course you give them permission.

Long Live Camaro!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bornin69

I feel like the technician(s) at the dealership arent going to do anything to the Camaro that I won't do on my way home. Maybe they will punch it once or twice before "Break in" but so will I...

Have faith in the car, it will take it!

Finishline7860 · 01-03-2009, 11:07 AM

Hey guys,

have a little faith in the delivery system, but there are some things you can ask you dealer to do....

1. Ask him if he receives his cars directly or by third party----some dealers ship their cars to a receiving center prior to arrival on the lot...

2. If the dealer receives his cars/trucks directly all you have to do is be on his lot when a carrier arrives----tough to schedule since carriers can arrive anytime during the day.

3. You could watch how a carrier drops and how a dealer receives a fresh car at most places---don't know if that really helps....

4. Chevrolet dealers are accustomed to receiving Corvettes so you must assume that their check-in system is one of the best there is.

*The_Blur* · 01-03-2009, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Finishline7860

Hey guys,

have a little faith in the delivery system, but there are some things you can ask you dealer to do....

1. Ask him if he receives his cars directly or by third party----some dealers ship their cars to a receiving center prior to arrival on the lot...

2. If the dealer receives his cars/trucks directly all you have to do is be on his lot when a carrier arrives----tough to schedule since carriers can arrive anytime during the day.

3. You could watch how a carrier drops and how a dealer receives a fresh car at most places---don't know if that really helps....

4. Chevrolet dealers are accustomed to receiving Corvettes so you must assume that their check-in system is one of the best there is.

This is good information.

As someone who used to work freight at a retail store, I can tell you that the delivery driver usually stays in touch to let the manager know when deliveries will arrive. It's not a science, but if your dealer gets a call from the driver, ask the dealer to call you with an estimated time.

TomServo · 01-03-2009, 01:28 PM

This option is reserved for the Corvette and has been discussed before.

*DGthe3* · 01-03-2009, 03:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by garfin

Now maybe as a disciple , I might be able to twist a few arms so I could pick my Camaro at the factory in Oshawa

You might since you are in a rather unique situation, but 80Zedder has told me several times that factory pickup is not going to happen.

01-02-2009, 08:06 PM	#1
blueforza Member Drives: RJT 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Long IsLAND, NY Posts: 119	FACTORY DELIVERY Hello all as we mostly all feel we don't want any dealer people touching our new babies!! and we all probably gave specific instruction not to touch the car. BUT does any one know if we might be able to pick up our cars directly from the factory. Maybe this sounds crazy but I personlly know people that picked up there Dodge Viper and Corvette directly from the factory and drove it or shipped it home. I asked them this question but the only thing they new was it was set up by the dealer directly through the factory??

01-02-2009, 08:08 PM	#2
zebra just can't seem to leave Drives: your mom wild!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: cold & windy Posts: 10,625 View My Garage	from what i understand, we cannot have factory pickup because the car's built in Canada, and due to customs laws, among other things, that ain't possible. sorry :( the vette & viper guys can do that because they're built here in the US __________________ Eve ('00 FRC): hot-air intake Rowan ('09 H3): 5spd mom-mobile Penny ('99 Sierra): 5.3 / HD 5spd... gone but not forgotten Samson ('18 HD): compounded 408

01-02-2009, 08:20 PM	#5
Rodrunner Senior Member Drives: 2010 SS/RS, '06 350Z Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: So. Maryland Posts: 2,333	Here's what GM says about that at chevylaunch: Camaro will be produced at the award-winning Oshawa assembly plant in Ontario, Canada. U.S. and Canadian customs and legal requirements prevent us from offering delivery of your Camaro at the Oshawa assembly plant. __________________ 2SS/RS - Black/Black - CGM Rally Stripes - Auto - VIN 10171

01-02-2009, 08:52 PM	#7
2010_5thgen Drives: 2012 Porsche Panamera 4 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,275 View My Garage	i wouldnt want to pick mine up. id rather them deliver it to me and then get it from the dealer. no need in putting the miles on it if the trucks coming this way anyways. __________________ Brixton Forged CM10 Wheels IN STOCK!!! RF7 SOON!!!! Camaro/M3/M4 wheels in stock High Gloss Titanium

01-03-2009, 10:12 AM	#9
garfin Resident Disciple Drives: 2010 CTS-V 6MN '98 Camaro SS (Sold) Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Roches Point, Ontario, Canada Posts: 607	Actually, when ordering a Corvette (from any U.S. Chevy dealer), one can specify the "Museum Delivery" option (RPO R8C). The National Corvette Museum is located across the street from the Bowling Green factory and all paperwork/arrangements are completed there. rather than at the factory. The museum staff takes pictures and your name is noted on a board that day in the main foyer. Very cool. I believe the R8C Museum Delivery is a $490 option. Now maybe as a Canadian, I might be able to twist a few arms so I could pick my Camaro at the factory in Oshawa, since I'm only 20 min. away! No customs, duty, paperwork for me to deal with! Best regardSS, Elie __________________ 2010 Cadillac CTS-V 6MN Thunder Gray 1998 Camaro SS # C079 SOLD

01-02-2009, 08:11 PM	#3
UCF w00t Geek Drives: IOM 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Orlando Posts: 4,452	Add to that the Vette is considered a premium car whereas the camaro is considered to be "just" another mass produced car so they're willing to have the extra costs, etc involved with customers around the plant.

01-02-2009, 08:13 PM	#4
blueforza Member Drives: RJT 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Long IsLAND, NY Posts: 119	THANKS thats what I figured but it was worth asking. THATS sucks. This car should of been made in the US !!

01-02-2009, 08:32 PM	#6
Bornin69 Drives: 1969 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Arizona Posts: 122 View My Garage	I feel like the technician(s) at the dealership arent going to do anything to the Camaro that I won't do on my way home. Maybe they will punch it once or twice before "Break in" but so will I... Have faith in the car, it will take it!

01-03-2009, 08:12 AM	#8
CosmicTrucker Drives: 04 Vette Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 98	My dealer will, as with all of the vehicles I purchased in the past, deliver the car to my country estate. They use a covered truck and trailer with a State Trooper escort. The FAA issues a temp restriction to eliminate news groups from gathering any video footage from the air.... Damn, was I day dreaming again?

01-03-2009, 11:07 AM	#11
Finishline7860 Drives: 2009 Cobalt SS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 13	factory delivery Hey guys, have a little faith in the delivery system, but there are some things you can ask you dealer to do.... 1. Ask him if he receives his cars directly or by third party----some dealers ship their cars to a receiving center prior to arrival on the lot... 2. If the dealer receives his cars/trucks directly all you have to do is be on his lot when a carrier arrives----tough to schedule since carriers can arrive anytime during the day. 3. You could watch how a carrier drops and how a dealer receives a fresh car at most places---don't know if that really helps.... 4. Chevrolet dealers are accustomed to receiving Corvettes so you must assume that their check-in system is one of the best there is.

01-03-2009, 01:28 PM	#13
TomServo Drives: 2007 Z06 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Swansea IL Posts: 727	This option is reserved for the Corvette and has been discussed before.

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