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tanotran · 9 July 2018, 02:23 AM

Recently, I placed my name on AD's wating list for new BLRO and there are 20 people above my name on the list. AD offered me that I could be more priotized, basically cutting the line, by paying extra $2k. Is it against Rolex policy? Should I pay premium for it? I haven't by any watch in this AD.

The Libertine · 9 July 2018, 02:28 AM

Boy, I would first tell that AD to take the suggested premium and stick it up where the sun don’t shine, then I would find another AD more worthy of your business.

padi56 · 9 July 2018, 02:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tanotran

Recently, I placed my name on AD's wating list for new BLRO and there are 20 people above my name on the list. AD offered me that I could be more priotized, basically cutting the line, by paying extra $2k. Is it against Rolex policy? Should I pay premium for it? I haven't by any watch in this AD.

Ask your AD to put his proposal to you in writing,or do I detect below

rudestew · 9 July 2018, 02:31 AM

It’s not normal here in the UK , but sure someone with chime in on your patch . If he had the watch in and ask me for 2k over rrp then I would but not for a nudge up

cvera · 9 July 2018, 02:32 AM

That's insane. I wouldn't expect an ad to try and pull that type of price gouging.

J!m · 9 July 2018, 02:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Ask your AD to put his proposal to you in writing.

...and then send a copy to Rolex Geneva.

Grab your popcorn and see how long they remain an AD.

Helmi · 9 July 2018, 02:35 AM

This practice happens in some ADs in the Middle East.

Stevec14 · 9 July 2018, 02:39 AM

Sorry to say this, but for $2k I would bite his arm off and get it with my name on the papers ASAP if it was the watch I really wanted if the above is true.

Vivalas · 9 July 2018, 02:40 AM

I’m sure I’ve read on here before that in the Far East some AD’s charge over rrp.

Roger Lococco · 9 July 2018, 02:40 AM

An AD in Thailand offered to sell me an SD43 for about $5k over retail - or conversely buy a full gold companion watch if I wanted it at retail. I asked if they could write the non-bundled price on their business card for me. They declined.

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kdqq · 9 July 2018, 02:41 AM

$2K premium doesnt seem bad vs what the grey is charging though

MariettaMike · 9 July 2018, 02:44 AM

Given the dishonest "sales pitch" by this AD, what is stopping him from requesting 4K from the next customer wanting to get on the top of the list -- dropping you down a peg? I'd avoid this dishonest Rolex AD. But it's your decision.

ROLEXster · 9 July 2018, 02:47 AM

Did the AD sales rep want the $2K in cash in his pocket ?
Or extra $2K profit for the company ?

Very interesting concept.

If AD sales guy want $2K cash on the side to sell me Daytona C white (on the spot / no waitlist) ... I might bite.

eco8gator · 9 July 2018, 02:52 AM

If they had one in store and they asked for an extra 2k I would jump on that deal. If your being asked for 2k and there is no guarantee you are next then they are just hustling you because they will sell your soot to the next guy that gives them 3k extra...

0alpha · 9 July 2018, 02:53 AM

If he can get it to you tomorrow, go for it. Pay the extra $2k, sell the watch for $18k, then go right back on the list.

GB-man · 9 July 2018, 02:55 AM

Not unheard of. If you don’t have a large and I mean large purchase history many ADs will want to pair such purchases with another less demanded reference or charge a premium. No need for this sort of practice if you are a whale with a 500k purchase history but for little fish it happens if you want to skip the line.

2k is not egregious I would bite in todays market.

codecow · 9 July 2018, 03:05 AM

Prioritized in the list means what exactly? If NA is similar to EU and they’re doing two/storefront then it’s going to take most stores forever just to get through their VIP lists. To me it’s just the store making money when they can. I don’t believe any of them know how many pieces they’re getting or when.

ALF61 · 9 July 2018, 03:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tanotran

Recently, I placed my name on AD's wating list for new BLRO and there are 20 people above my name on the list. AD offered me that I could be more priotized, basically cutting the line, by paying extra $2k. Is it against Rolex policy? Should I pay premium for it? I haven't by any watch in this AD.

I call BS first quality on your post. Stop spreading bad mouthing ADs

Rolexism_ · 9 July 2018, 03:10 AM

ADs asking for a 2k premium is a violation of human rights and punishable in the international criminal court! How can the AD be so vain to ask!
Tsk tsk tsk! Only grey dealers have that licence ;)

Muxi · 9 July 2018, 03:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roger Lococco

An AD in Thailand offered to sell me an SD43 for about $5k over retail - or conversely buy a full gold companion watch if I wanted it at retail. I asked if they could write the non-bundled price on their business card for me. They declined.

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Too much. Even in the grays you can get an Sd43 for minimal above msrp.

beshannon · 9 July 2018, 03:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tanotran

Recently, I placed my name on AD's wating list for new BLRO and there are 20 people above my name on the list. AD offered me that I could be more priotized, basically cutting the line, by paying extra $2k. Is it against Rolex policy? Should I pay premium for it? I haven't by any watch in this AD.

stmoore · 9 July 2018, 03:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stevec14

Sorry to say this, but for $2k I would bite his arm off and get it with my name on the papers ASAP if it was the watch I really wanted if the above is true.

I was thinking the same. If you can be first for $2k and you want it now, and if it’s your only option for owning today?! Saddle up because it’s new watch time.

tanotran · 9 July 2018, 03:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ALF61

I call BS first quality on your post. Stop spreading bad mouthing ADs

My brother just paid extra $200 for the SS sub date at the same AD to skip the line and he got his watch after 1 month of waiting. I guess AD knew when the watch arrive and he offered.

uniqueMR · 9 July 2018, 03:20 AM

I never heard of paying premium at Rolex AD.
Its not right though. Maybe AD needs business, trying to compete with Gray Dealers or Rolex corporate is pulling their plug if not meeting Rolex requirements. End of the day, its not right...

:)

Air Rescue 5 · 9 July 2018, 03:40 AM

Yes do it. Jump on it. I wouldn’t, but what the heck? It’s not my money.

doctorstrange · 9 July 2018, 03:43 AM

TheRolexKingofLV · 9 July 2018, 03:43 AM

That's Gangster!

ras47 · 9 July 2018, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by TheRolexKingofLV

That's Gangster!

Um.......

tyler1980 · 9 July 2018, 03:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tanotran

Recently, I placed my name on AD's wating list for new BLRO and there are 20 people above my name on the list. AD offered me that I could be more priotized, basically cutting the line, by paying extra $2k. Is it against Rolex policy? Should I pay premium for it? I haven't by any watch in this AD.

like in an envelope slipped under the table?

Its how you get seated at a popular restaurant with out a reservation and you don't have a reservation at the moment.

keschete · 9 July 2018, 04:11 AM

Don’t do it! I got mine for msrp!

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9 July 2018, 02:23 AM	#1
tanotran "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Hanoi Posts: 46	AD suggest me to pay more to be priotized for SS BLRO Recently, I placed my name on AD's wating list for new BLRO and there are 20 people above my name on the list. AD offered me that I could be more priotized, basically cutting the line, by paying extra $2k. Is it against Rolex policy? Should I pay premium for it? I haven't by any watch in this AD.

9 July 2018, 02:40 AM	#10
Roger Lococco "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Roger Lococco Location: Asia Watch: 126719BLRO Pepsi Posts: 2,980	An AD in Thailand offered to sell me an SD43 for about $5k over retail - or conversely buy a full gold companion watch if I wanted it at retail. I asked if they could write the non-bundled price on their business card for me. They declined. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 116500 Daytona White Dial 126710BLNR GMT II 126719BLRO Blue Dial Pepsi GMT II

9 July 2018, 02:55 AM	#16
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Not unheard of. If you don’t have a large and I mean large purchase history many ADs will want to pair such purchases with another less demanded reference or charge a premium. No need for this sort of practice if you are a whale with a 500k purchase history but for little fish it happens if you want to skip the line. 2k is not egregious I would bite in todays market. __________________

9 July 2018, 03:20 AM	#24
uniqueMR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: USA Watch: P A T E K Posts: 4,706	I never heard of paying premium at Rolex AD. Its not right though. Maybe AD needs business, trying to compete with Gray Dealers or Rolex corporate is pulling their plug if not meeting Rolex requirements. End of the day, its not right... :) __________________ A. Lange & Sohne \| Audemars Piguet \| F.P.Journe \| Omega \| Patek Philippe \| Rolex \| Tudor \| ...and Othersss

9 July 2018, 03:43 AM	#27
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	That's Gangster! __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

9 July 2018, 02:28 AM	#2
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Boy, I would first tell that AD to take the suggested premium and stick it up where the sun don’t shine, then I would find another AD more worthy of your business.

9 July 2018, 02:31 AM	#4
rudestew "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: UK Bristol Watch: DSSD SD43 Mk1 50TH Posts: 1,247	It’s not normal here in the UK , but sure someone with chime in on your patch . If he had the watch in and ask me for 2k over rrp then I would but not for a nudge up

9 July 2018, 02:32 AM	#5
cvera "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: California Posts: 221	That's insane. I wouldn't expect an ad to try and pull that type of price gouging.

9 July 2018, 02:35 AM	#7
Helmi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Doha Posts: 2,065	This practice happens in some ADs in the Middle East.

9 July 2018, 02:39 AM	#8
Stevec14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Steve Location: U.K. Watch: 321, Snoopy 3 Posts: 4,483	Sorry to say this, but for $2k I would bite his arm off and get it with my name on the papers ASAP if it was the watch I really wanted if the above is true.

9 July 2018, 02:40 AM	#9
Vivalas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Stephen Location: UK Watch: AP Posts: 2,646	I’m sure I’ve read on here before that in the Far East some AD’s charge over rrp.

9 July 2018, 02:41 AM	#11
kdqq "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA/Canada Posts: 166	$2K premium doesnt seem bad vs what the grey is charging though

9 July 2018, 02:44 AM	#12
MariettaMike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: USA Watch: GMT II BLRO Posts: 616	Given the dishonest "sales pitch" by this AD, what is stopping him from requesting 4K from the next customer wanting to get on the top of the list -- dropping you down a peg? I'd avoid this dishonest Rolex AD. But it's your decision.

9 July 2018, 02:47 AM	#13
ROLEXster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Vancouver, BC Watch: is on BS wait list Posts: 990	Did the AD sales rep want the $2K in cash in his pocket ? Or extra $2K profit for the company ? Very interesting concept. If AD sales guy want $2K cash on the side to sell me Daytona C white (on the spot / no waitlist) ... I might bite.

9 July 2018, 02:52 AM	#14
eco8gator "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Florida Watch: 5060/a Posts: 1,119	If they had one in store and they asked for an extra 2k I would jump on that deal. If your being asked for 2k and there is no guarantee you are next then they are just hustling you because they will sell your soot to the next guy that gives them 3k extra...

9 July 2018, 02:53 AM	#15
0alpha Banned Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: GMT -6 Posts: 27	If he can get it to you tomorrow, go for it. Pay the extra $2k, sell the watch for $18k, then go right back on the list.

9 July 2018, 03:05 AM	#17
codecow "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Louis Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: PP 5131R Posts: 5,196	Prioritized in the list means what exactly? If NA is similar to EU and they’re doing two/storefront then it’s going to take most stores forever just to get through their VIP lists. To me it’s just the store making money when they can. I don’t believe any of them know how many pieces they’re getting or when.

9 July 2018, 03:10 AM	#19
Rolexism_ "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Posts: 126	ADs asking for a 2k premium is a violation of human rights and punishable in the international criminal court! How can the AD be so vain to ask! Tsk tsk tsk! Only grey dealers have that licence ;)

9 July 2018, 03:40 AM	#25
Air Rescue 5 Banned Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Los Angeles Watch: GMT MII Posts: 247	Yes do it. Jump on it. I wouldn’t, but what the heck? It’s not my money.

9 July 2018, 03:43 AM	#26
doctorstrange Banned Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 104

9 July 2018, 04:11 AM	#30
keschete "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Kaya Location: Louisiana Watch: 116500 Posts: 3,575	Don’t do it! I got mine for msrp! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ GMT II BLNR, Submariner, Submariner Serti, Datejust, Daytona C, TT Yacht Master, Hulk Submariner, Pepsi GMT II

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