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klayface · 25 April 2011, 02:57 PM

I seen some daytona ss reviews that dealers are " blessed " when they do actually get one and that some have waited as long as 5 yrs.

It took me 1 week to locate one in beverly hills , but that's only because the locals probably prefer the white gold versions or rose gold.

So my question is , where you really on a wait list that was years long when you purchased your Ss daytona?

GL08 · 25 April 2011, 03:16 PM

no

anytime.

jizeal · 25 April 2011, 03:50 PM

my ad has 3 in stock right now

amg55 · 25 April 2011, 03:57 PM

They probably say that and get you to put a deposit down. Then lo and behold a week later, they somehow manage to locate one for you.

chevycorvette · 25 April 2011, 04:15 PM

my grandfather on the daytona SS waiting list for 39 years.

and he just passed. so sad.

and i called the AD. wtf. #$$&^&*&*#@%

SWIMPRUF · 25 April 2011, 04:36 PM

My AD has 3 of them, along with a MOP Daytona on the display window

bayerische · 25 April 2011, 04:45 PM

Chuck Norris don't wait for Daytonas, Daytonas wait for him.

TopNotchChach · 25 April 2011, 04:48 PM

Meh

KarlFr · 25 April 2011, 05:12 PM

no wait now, used to be

thewatchguy93 · 25 April 2011, 06:47 PM

I'm on the waiting list, I got told 7 years. But I think lots have dropped out so I must be towards the top by now

swatty · 25 April 2011, 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dingoo93

I'm on the waiting list, I got told 7 years. But I think lots have dropped out so I must be towards the top by now

Who told you that ?

thewatchguy93 · 25 April 2011, 10:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swatty

Who told you that ?

My AD told me.

The GMT Master · 25 April 2011, 07:25 PM

We have to say 5-8 years as we have 40 people on the list, but in reality, a lot of people are putting off buying one at the moment. We couldn't find any takers on the list for a couple of black dials last year, ended up going in the window. Still seems to be plenty of interest in the white, however

swatty · 25 April 2011, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

We have to say 5-8 years as we have 40 people on the list, but in reality, a lot of people are putting off buying one at the moment. We couldn't find any takers on the list for a couple of black dials last year, ended up going in the window. Still seems to be plenty of interest in the white, however

Sounds like like you guys are still going strong in the UK

esm · 25 April 2011, 07:26 PM

Depends where you are and your relationship with the AD.

I have heard that USA is getting better, the ADs are starting to display them instead if keeping them in the safe as most of them just unable o
Shift them as quickly as they used to.

Here in the UK is a totally different case. There are still not enough supply to the ADs and most grey dealers are still charging over MSRP for one. I can understand a 12 months wait here in the UK, but anything more than that is a joke.

If you are in good terms with your AD and they want your business, I'm sure they can get you one within 12 months... Rolex UK isn't that difficult to "talk to" apparently

speedo · 25 April 2011, 07:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

Depends where you are and your relationship with the AD.

I have heard that USA is getting better, the ADs are starting to display them instead if keeping them in the safe as most of them just unable o
Shift them as quickly as they used to.

Here in the UK is a totally different case. There are still not enough supply to the ADs and most grey dealers are still charging over MSRP for one. I can understand a 12 months wait here in the UK, but anything more than that is a joke.

If you are in good terms with your AD and they want your business, I'm sure they can get you one within 12 months... Rolex UK isn't that difficult to "talk to" apparently

catch a budget flight to anywhere in europe and get one in a day. you might even get it cheaper even with the air ticket.

Singslinger · 25 April 2011, 08:22 PM

In Singapore, there is no waiting list because it all depends on whether you're prepared to pay a premium to get the watch. This is a scam run by the ADs here who slap as much as 20-30% on the MRSP to exploit buyers who believe the watch is scarce and that if they want to pay MRSP, they'd have to wait many years.

Buyers who are silly enough to pay the premium (and there are enough out there to make the scam worthwhile) are not issued with a proper receipt because ADs know that buyers might complain to Rolex about exploitation. A receipt is issued but although it will show the amount paid, under description it'll simply state "A Rolex watch'' with no other details. The warranty card is properly filled out.

(ADs here ran the same scam for other supposedly "rare'' watches like the Sub GV and Milgauss GV, and are still trying their luck with the new green ceramic Sub).

Darlinboy · 25 April 2011, 07:53 PM

Can walk in and buy one today (assuming it wasn't sold since I looked at it Friday). Sales person said they can get them regularly.

travisb · 25 April 2011, 07:56 PM

These days the ss Daytona can be found relatively easy.
I passed on 3 in the past 3 months..

HL65 · 25 April 2011, 08:20 PM

Totally depends on where you are. They are out there if you have the money--one can be yours!!

skyedog · 27 April 2011, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteelerFan1965

Totally depends on where you are. They are out there if you have the money--one can be yours!!

+1

Art 1 · 25 April 2011, 08:26 PM

In some areas.

speedo · 25 April 2011, 08:27 PM

it is a pity i did not take a photo of the ad in tenerife. they had all sport models, inc a dozen daytonas ss, gold and wg.
i was even offered a discount (not a very big one on the ss) on them.

Paulie 50 · 25 April 2011, 09:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedo

it is a pity i did not take a photo of the ad in tenerife. they had all sport models, inc a dozen daytonas ss, gold and wg.
i was even offered a discount (not a very big one on the ss) on them.

i thought you bought from a non AD.!!!

johnbeth · 25 April 2011, 09:45 PM

I can get two from a second hand dealer in Perth anytime! Otherwise I have seen a few pop up here in TRF in the For Sale section. Premium is paid by those who don't bother shopping and look for a bargain.

rolexsubdate · 25 April 2011, 09:59 PM

This economy has slapped the ADs in the face .... their attitude has been busted big time. They can see clearly that people are not spending like they used to and Rolex has been impacted by the recession just like every one else. Inventory is not moving like it used to. As a result, you see SS daytonas sitting on the shelves.

Roja · 25 April 2011, 09:58 PM

Don't believe the hype!

Gaijin · 25 April 2011, 10:04 PM

You can buy one on here from one of the trusted sellers almost any week.

dnagwhogas · 25 April 2011, 11:10 PM

It was on my doorstep after 18 hours the moment I told Oscar AKA Bodybump I want one.
Total wait time: 18 hours.

sherwin · 25 April 2011, 11:15 PM

Local perth AD told me wait is 5 years, and must be paid upfront!! I just laughed and walked away.

25 April 2011, 02:57 PM	#1
klayface Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Chuck Norris Location: So. California Watch: SS Daytona w/ dial Posts: 346	is the waitlist to purchase a ss daytona really 2 years long? I seen some daytona ss reviews that dealers are " blessed " when they do actually get one and that some have waited as long as 5 yrs. It took me 1 week to locate one in beverly hills , but that's only because the locals probably prefer the white gold versions or rose gold. So my question is , where you really on a wait list that was years long when you purchased your Ss daytona?

25 April 2011, 04:36 PM	#6
SWIMPRUF "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: * Posts: 2,323	My AD has 3 of them, along with a MOP Daytona on the display window __________________ Member# 52,675 Est. 3/2011

25 April 2011, 04:45 PM	#7
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	Chuck Norris don't wait for Daytonas, Daytonas wait for him. __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

25 April 2011, 06:47 PM	#10
thewatchguy93 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: thewatchguy Location: UK Watch: me buy gold.. Posts: 7,441	I'm on the waiting list, I got told 7 years. But I think lots have dropped out so I must be towards the top by now __________________ Instagram.. @thewatchguy www.thewatchguyofficial.co.uk Got a GREEN Submariner 116610LV.. Visit the official thread here! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=179580 Don't forget to visit the Rolex & Attire thread too! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=215077

25 April 2011, 07:53 PM	#18
Darlinboy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: DB Location: :noitacoL Watch: :hctaW Posts: 6,703	Can walk in and buy one today (assuming it wasn't sold since I looked at it Friday). Sales person said they can get them regularly. __________________ Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.

25 April 2011, 03:16 PM	#2
GL08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 158	no anytime.

25 April 2011, 03:50 PM	#3
jizeal "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: South Florida Watch: neilswatches@gmail Posts: 5,157	my ad has 3 in stock right now

25 April 2011, 03:57 PM	#4
amg55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Me Location: Australia Watch: Daytona 116500LN Posts: 677	They probably say that and get you to put a deposit down. Then lo and behold a week later, they somehow manage to locate one for you.

25 April 2011, 04:15 PM	#5
chevycorvette "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: willie Location: pie hole Watch: still looking Posts: 924	my grandfather on the daytona SS waiting list for 39 years. and he just passed. so sad. and i called the AD. wtf. #$$&^&&#@%

25 April 2011, 04:48 PM	#8
TopNotchChach "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Near the Ocean! Watch: 116610 Posts: 1,306	Meh

25 April 2011, 05:12 PM	#9
KarlFr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Scandinavia Watch: ♛ Posts: 1,330	no wait now, used to be

25 April 2011, 07:25 PM	#13
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	We have to say 5-8 years as we have 40 people on the list, but in reality, a lot of people are putting off buying one at the moment. We couldn't find any takers on the list for a couple of black dials last year, ended up going in the window. Still seems to be plenty of interest in the white, however

25 April 2011, 07:26 PM	#15
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	Depends where you are and your relationship with the AD. I have heard that USA is getting better, the ADs are starting to display them instead if keeping them in the safe as most of them just unable o Shift them as quickly as they used to. Here in the UK is a totally different case. There are still not enough supply to the ADs and most grey dealers are still charging over MSRP for one. I can understand a 12 months wait here in the UK, but anything more than that is a joke. If you are in good terms with your AD and they want your business, I'm sure they can get you one within 12 months... Rolex UK isn't that difficult to "talk to" apparently

25 April 2011, 08:22 PM	#17
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	In Singapore, there is no waiting list because it all depends on whether you're prepared to pay a premium to get the watch. This is a scam run by the ADs here who slap as much as 20-30% on the MRSP to exploit buyers who believe the watch is scarce and that if they want to pay MRSP, they'd have to wait many years. Buyers who are silly enough to pay the premium (and there are enough out there to make the scam worthwhile) are not issued with a proper receipt because ADs know that buyers might complain to Rolex about exploitation. A receipt is issued but although it will show the amount paid, under description it'll simply state "A Rolex watch'' with no other details. The warranty card is properly filled out. (ADs here ran the same scam for other supposedly "rare'' watches like the Sub GV and Milgauss GV, and are still trying their luck with the new green ceramic Sub).

25 April 2011, 07:56 PM	#19
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	No These days the ss Daytona can be found relatively easy. I passed on 3 in the past 3 months..

25 April 2011, 08:20 PM	#20
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	Totally depends on where you are. They are out there if you have the money--one can be yours!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

25 April 2011, 08:26 PM	#22
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	In some areas.

25 April 2011, 08:27 PM	#23
speedo "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: bp, hu, eu Watch: dj 16234, 116610ln Posts: 2,376	it is a pity i did not take a photo of the ad in tenerife. they had all sport models, inc a dozen daytonas ss, gold and wg. i was even offered a discount (not a very big one on the ss) on them.

25 April 2011, 09:45 PM	#25
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	I can get two from a second hand dealer in Perth anytime! Otherwise I have seen a few pop up here in TRF in the For Sale section. Premium is paid by those who don't bother shopping and look for a bargain.

25 April 2011, 09:59 PM	#26
rolexsubdate Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: The Moon Posts: 1,238	This economy has slapped the ADs in the face .... their attitude has been busted big time. They can see clearly that people are not spending like they used to and Rolex has been impacted by the recession just like every one else. Inventory is not moving like it used to. As a result, you see SS daytonas sitting on the shelves.

25 April 2011, 09:58 PM	#27
Roja "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Pierre Location: Spain/Canada Watch: and learn... Posts: 533	Don't believe the hype!

25 April 2011, 10:04 PM	#28
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	You can buy one on here from one of the trusted sellers almost any week.

25 April 2011, 11:10 PM	#29
dnagwhogas "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: MauiBacerdo Location: Chicago Watch: N :Learn Posts: 902	It was on my doorstep after 18 hours the moment I told Oscar AKA Bodybump I want one. Total wait time: 18 hours. __________________ P-Club Member # 7 Time is what prevents everything from happening at once.

25 April 2011, 11:15 PM	#30
sherwin "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Perth/Singapore Posts: 1,764	Local perth AD told me wait is 5 years, and must be paid upfront!! I just laughed and walked away. __________________ Want to Buy:SS GMT black;116509 WG Daytona Metrorite

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