August - September Delivery?

[Jeepin Weekend]

Sorry about the semi-clickbaity title, but I haven't really seen this discussed anywhere else.

I got word from my dealer today, as with some of you on the forum, that orders for those of us who want regular Gladiators will start mid-May. My dealer also said he can't imagine them being in anyone's hands until late August (at the earliest).

Personally, this is rather disappointing news as I could remember Jeep saying "Coming this spring".

I wanted to get some other opinions and see what you guys think...

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[Bt_okst]

You are sadly correct. Just gonna have to be patient

 

[trez63]

I think LE version is going to actually be a later delivery from what I've read in many threads and talking to the dealers.
The regular orders are estimated June or July by most estimates. That would be fantastic but no one really knows.
I'm amazed that FCA doesn't just have someone who is willing to tell us details ...

 

[Jeepin Weekend]

I think LE version is going to actually be a later delivery from what I've read in many threads and talking to the dealers.
The regular orders are estimated June or July by most estimates. That would be fantastic but no one really knows.
I'm amazed that FCA doesn't just have someone who is willing to tell us details ...

I really wish Jeep would be more transparent on things. I need to have a truck by August for moving to Alaska, and I would prefer the Gladiator, but if it's not available, I'll be looking at ZR2s...

 

[JP1]

I really wish Jeep would be more transparent on things. I need to have a truck by August for moving to Alaska, and I would prefer the Gladiator, but if it's not available, I'll be looking at ZR2s...

As I just ordered, I'll give you a HELL of a deal on my 2018 ZR2 Diesel.
15lk miles on it today.

 

[Jeepznthingz]

As I just ordered, I'll give you a HELL of a deal on my 2018 ZR@ Diesel.
15lk miles on it today.

Wheelin and dealin on the JT forums....I love it!

 

[CaliJK]

I'm trying to be patient, as I don't NEED a new vehicle, but I want to get back in a Jeep. If Canadian release is going to be even later than the US, meaning we have to wait till winter/early 2020, I may just grab a JL on a short term lease.

Local dealer getting a bikini pearl Sahara this weekend and has me pencilled in for a test drive...

 

[Just_Scott]

Sorry about the semi-clickbaity title, but I haven't really seen this discussed anywhere else.

I got word from my dealer today, as with some of you on the forum, that orders for those of us who want regular Gladiators will start mid-May. My dealer also said he can't imagine them being in anyone's hands until late August (at the earliest).

Personally, this is rather disappointing news as I could remember Jeep saying "Coming this spring".

I wanted to get some other opinions and see what you guys think...

Let's be real, this is a 2020 model not a 2019. When Jeep/FCA says coming Spring 2019 they mean that's when it hits car shows and is available for testing and reviews, not when it's hits dealer lots. They have been true to that. IMHO it's unrealistic to think that you will have a 2020 model in your driveway by Summer 2019.

Usually dealers start taking orders in late Spring or early Summer for the next model year with and expected delivery in the Fall. Anything before that is just icing on top.

Just my 2 cents.

 

[CaliJK]

Let's be real, this is a 2020 model not a 2019. When Jeep/FCA says coming Spring 2019 they mean that's when it hits car shows and is available for testing and reviews, not when it's hits dealer lots. They have been true to that. IMHO it's unrealistic to think that you will have a 2020 model in your driveway by Summer 2019.

Usually dealers start taking orders in late Spring or early Summer for the next model year with and expected delivery in the Fall. Anything before that is just icing on top.

Just my 2 cents.

I agree, I'm not upset at FCA. I bought a 2017 ram 2 years ago because I needed a truck, and figured it would be 3-5 years before we saw a Jeep pickup, if at all. I traded my JKU for it, because I felt I'd need a pickup. But after 2 years, the withdrawal of not having a Jeep, I've had 3 over the previous 17 years, and the realization that I can get by with a small a dump/utility trailer, makes me want a Jeep again. If the Gladiator hadn't been announced, I'd probably be in a JL by now.

I like the Gladiator better for the extra Towing for the odd time I need it, but I'd be just as happy with the JL and borrowing/renting a truck when I need to trailer my horse around.

 

[Ichthus]

Let's be real, this is a 2020 model not a 2019. When Jeep/FCA says coming Spring 2019 they mean that's when it hits car shows and is available for testing and reviews, not when it's hits dealer lots. They have been true to that. IMHO it's unrealistic to think that you will have a 2020 model in your driveway by Summer 2019.

Usually dealers start taking orders in late Spring or early Summer for the next model year with and expected delivery in the Fall. Anything before that is just icing on top.

Just my 2 cents.

It’s not quite the same, but I ordered my 2014 JKU in May of 13 and had it in June.

 

[Jeepin Weekend]

Let's be real, this is a 2020 model not a 2019. When Jeep/FCA says coming Spring 2019 they mean that's when it hits car shows and is available for testing and reviews, not when it's hits dealer lots. They have been true to that. IMHO it's unrealistic to think that you will have a 2020 model in your driveway by Summer 2019.

Usually dealers start taking orders in late Spring or early Summer for the next model year with and expected delivery in the Fall. Anything before that is just icing on top.

Just my 2 cents.

Sorry, this is just my first time ever attempting to get a new vehicle so close to launch, I guess I was naive to their definitions of availability.

 

[Jeepin Weekend]

As I just ordered, I'll give you a HELL of a deal on my 2018 ZR2 Diesel.
15lk miles on it today.

pm'ed ya

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