2023 Civic Type R Waitlist / Deposit / Reservations List - Check in here!

[saGOD]

I gave up my other spot for a CW at $54k OTD (IL tax).
Give the GM, Josh, a call if you guys are interested:
Kocourek Honda of Rhinelander
1737 N Stevens St, Rhinelander, WI 54501
(715)362-6311

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[AspecR]

Picking it up this Saturday!
@AspecR thank you so much for all your help!

Congratulations!!! You will not be disappointed and like everyone else said it’s worth the wait

 

[saGOD]

Congratulations!!! You will not be disappointed and like everyone else said it’s worth the wait

It was definitely worth the wait!
I can't get enough of it.
I have a smile on my face every time I'm in the seat.

 

[1971Camaro]

It was definitely worth the wait!
I can't get enough of it.
I have a smile on my face every time I'm in the seat.

I remember...you're in chicagoland... where did you end up getting your car? also, are you north, west, south, or city?

 

[1971Camaro]

I was worried i wouldn't be able to keep it in a garage -- i have a VERY tiny garage -- i was lucky to be able to squeeze the car in. I have about 4 inches to spare -- i have to park sooo precisely. Make sure to measure your space -- this car is longer than a 2003 CRV! go figure.

 

[saGOD]

I remember...you're in chicagoland... where did you end up getting your car? also, are you north, west, south, or city?

I flew out to Quincy, IL to pick up my car and drove it back home, Aurora, IL (West of the city).

 

[VPMotors]

I was worried i wouldn't be able to keep it in a garage -- i have a VERY tiny garage -- i was lucky to be able to squeeze the car in. I have about 4 inches to spare -- i have to park sooo precisely. Make sure to measure your space -- this car is longer than a 2003 CRV! go figure.

Can confirm the last statement; parking my '02 CR-V was much easier than the Type R. Got a small garage as well.

 

[1971Camaro]

I flew out to Quincy, IL to pick up my car and drove it back home, Aurora, IL (West of the city).

I live in Buffalo Grove area... so, we're pretty far from one-another, but if there's an event or whatever that we both might be doing, we could coordinate. plmk if there's anything that brings you more north and east. lol

 

[saGOD]

I grew up in Northbrook and visit there pretty frequently. I'll send ya a message next time I'm up there.

I live in Buffalo Grove area... so, we're pretty far from one-another, but if there's an event or whatever that we both might be doing, we could coordinate. plmk if there's anything that brings you more north and east. lol

 

[I used to vtec]

Placing a deposit/reservation on this car has been a freaking nightmare. Why won't anyone take my money?!

Every dealer I have spoken to who charges a reasonable ADM (I'll define that as 5k or less) simply WILL NOT TAKE A DEPOSIT. Everyone keeps saying they're taking down my name, but I'm starting to think that is total bullshit. I called several dealerships around Kansas City, MO almost a year and a half ago telling them I wanted to reserve a type R. None of them would take a deposit but all told me I was first on their list. Surprise surprise, all of them sold their Type R without ever so much as calling me to tell me it was available.

I finally found a lead on a dealership who would take my deposit at 2.5k over MSRP. Paid the deposit, life was good. GM called me yesterday and refunded my money telling me they can't take a deposit on a car they don' have an allocation for, and since I am second on their list, it's probably ~2 years before they'll have that car. But they "wrote my name down".

But sure, every twat dealership charging a 10-20k ADM is more than happy to take my $1,000 nonrefundable deposit.

 

[dathoneycomb]

How long ago did you start calling? I was talking to my dealer before the details were even released last year.

 

[ScumbagRob]

Placing a deposit/reservation on this car has been a freaking nightmare. Why won't anyone take my money?!

Every dealer I have spoken to who charges a reasonable ADM (I'll define that as 5k or less) simply WILL NOT TAKE A DEPOSIT. Everyone keeps saying they're taking down my name, but I'm starting to think that is total bullshit. I called several dealerships around Kansas City, MO almost a year and a half ago telling them I wanted to reserve a type R. None of them would take a deposit but all told me I was first on their list. Surprise surprise, all of them sold their Type R without ever so much as calling me to tell me it was available.

I finally found a lead on a dealership who would take my deposit at 2.5k over MSRP. Paid the deposit, life was good. GM called me yesterday and refunded my money telling me they can't take a deposit on a car they don' have an allocation for, and since I am second on their list, it's probably ~2 years before they'll have that car. But they "wrote my name down".

But sure, every twat dealership charging a 10-20k ADM is more than happy to take my $1,000 nonrefundable deposit.

Same experience here. Unfortunately - it is what it is. With demand for the FL5 far outpacing supply, dealers are able to get away with just auctioning to the highest bidder. There is simply no need for them to honor any waiting lists or deposits.

Best we can do is stay patient, wait for the initial wave(s) to die down, and hope that supply increases soon.

 

[1971Camaro]

New year will bring new hot cars... and this one will be much less desirable. When the buzz cools down, and the production increases, the dealers will need to move their inventory.

In fact, the GR Corollas are just hitting now too... which gives consumers even more choice. I just got a call TODAY from my Toyota salesperson. he's a nice guy. Even tho i told him i had already decided to get the R, he knew i wanted to see one in person and let me know it was in the showroom. (yah, he might be hoping i would reconsider, but he didn't have to let me know)

The GR/Yaris is a really nice car, and the base model costs much less than the R. So, they have more room to play with for price to match or beat the R. So, give it a few months, and there could be a lot more possibilities... including future trade-ins of Rs for those cars. If price is critical, make sure all sports car dealers know you would be interested in a used (not abused) R.

Also, there ARE some dealers who are taking refundable deposits on decent ADMs. NOTE - i am told that in Illinois, it is illegal to not refund dealer deposits. I guess the way they can get around that is by writing up an order -- as if it's an actual sale -- but, i'm told Illinois is fairly safe for deposits...esp if you get in writing that it's refundable (which they should be willing to do since it's state law).

 

[1971Camaro]

BTW... If anyone in the Chicagoland area is interested in seeing the GR/Yaris in person, you can contact Adam Ciemierzynski at Arlington Toyota. 847-485-1200. His manager has put it way above MSRP, but he is realistic, and said that if they don't sell it soon, he expects them to drop the price. Right now, there is no one even tryng to negotiate, so it's an open playing field, and as i mentioned, he's great about staying in touch as things change. I got to sit in the GR and start it up... but they're not letting it out of the showroom at this time. ;p

 

[I used to vtec]

How long ago did you start calling? I was talking to my dealer before the details were even released last year.

I played the game poorly. I contacted three local dealers over a year ago and believed them when they said I was first on their list. No deposit taken. I wish I would have called around more and tried to get more of an commitment with a deposit, but none of the local dealers would accept one. All three sold their ctr without even telling me it was available to buy.

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