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What are the next steps after ordering at the dealership?

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Hello all. I placed an order at the dealership on 3/11/24. On 3/18/24, the sales manager sent me some sort of order summary, showing the vehicle I ordered, the options I chose and the price. I’ve read that some people have received email confirmation from Ford after placing their order. Is this normal? I know at some point a vin will be available. What are the steps that you’ve experienced when placing your orders.
 

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You should get updates in your ford account.

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UGADawg96 said:
You should get updates in your ford account.

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Ok thanks. I created the Ford account on my own so I’m not sure if it’s connected to the order I placed at the dealership. For now it doesn’t show me anything but maybe because it’s too soon.
 

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Happy to report that I got my VIN and estimated build date of June 10th. So here is hoping that is actually the case and it doesn't get super delayed.
 

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Jamo said:
Happy to report that I got my VIN and estimated build date of June 10th. So here is hoping that is actually the case and it doesn't get super delayed.
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Nice, congratulations! Did the dealership call you with the VIN or did you get an email from Ford? I’ve heard people say both things. Also, when did you place your order?
 

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If a VIN number is not available yet, you won't hear anything from Ford or the dealer. You just wait and check from time to time. I ordered a new 25' ST the day ordering opened up a few weeks ago and there are no updates available until a VIN for your vehicle becomes available.
 

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If a VIN number is not available yet, you won't hear anything from Ford or the dealer. You just wait and check from time to time. I ordered a new 25' ST the day ordering opened up a few weeks ago and there are no updates available until a VIN for your vehicle becomes available.
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I was asking how he received his vin. From the dealership or Ford. I know there’s nothing you can do without the vin. I ordered my 25 ST on 3/11.
 

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Fly Ty said:
Nice, congratulations! Did the dealership call you with the VIN or did you get an email from Ford? I’ve heard people say both things. Also, when did you place your order?
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My sales guy called me (dealer). I worked with him on my last st order and has been awesome.
 

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My sales guy called me (dealer). I worked with him on my last st order and has been awesome.
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Nice! Hopefully I’ll hear something soon.
 

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Jamo said:
My sales guy called me (dealer). I worked with him on my last st order and has been awesome.
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I contacted the dealership and received my VIN yesterday. Build date of 6/24. Ordered on 3/11.
 

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Jamo said:
Happy to report that I got my VIN and estimated build date of June 10th. So here is hoping that is actually the case and it doesn't get super delayed.
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Thats awesome! my build date for my 2025 Explorer ST V6/twin Turbo is same week out of Chicago, I'll.....destine for Salem, Nh.
Now I just need to get the window sticker, as I am an X-Plan member, but will take all advice to get any insentives or rebates,ect along the way....
 

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Does anyone know what the on hold status could mean? I'm wondering if some parts aren't available and my ST is partially built. This was a dealers stock order that I purchased last week. Hoping to get it by the end of June, but the on hold status has me thinking it may be longer.

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Mines in for a June 10 start build, ST-V6/Twin Turbos. White but couldn't afford the 5k black roof that has a full sunroof in the middle of it. Don't get that cost,....wtf?
 

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