UK Deliveries EQS AMG 53

Hi Nick,

Not sure if this helps but I was told dealer side, that ordering AMG would nudge us up the wait list. This was a couple of months back. I nearly did that, but the cost for the gain was a little off putting so stuck with the 450+ Exec Lux with the big screen.

This was slated for December. Then out of the blue, we got word mid October that it's on the ferry and slated be here 24th. And today we saw it in the metal and it will be out front within the next three days.

Mercedes just does not seem have a clue on scheduling and expectation setting. In fairness, having got to be in touch with dealer in more detail during this time, it does very much appear they are out in the weeds on this as well.

How can it be that the expectation for the flagship model be pushed back in the way you are seeing and the more mainstream unit that we were told 'end of year' arrives roughly 2 months early? How can production and logistic schedules be so random? Even with the somewhat over used 'supply issues' caveat that seems be applied to any variable that occurs. I cannot help that that old chestnut is starting be somewhat over used now.

Nicknickster said:

Thanks for your comments.

Things have moved on since my post. I found a MB dealer on Autotrader with an EQE in stock so I thought I might have that. Called him and he mentioned he was taking delivery of an EQS AMG 53 that day. For stock! So I took it. On my way to collect this morning!!!

My usual dealer told me to grab it while I can and they will refund my deposit.

Different version. Different colour interior. Different colour exterior. But it exists!

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Nice one Nick .... your journey sounds very much like my own. I also did the AT search (somewhat out of frustration) but with less success than you.

It seems a route that many EQS buyer must follow. But why on earth the random number generator of delivery roulette I have no idea. Ironic mind that we both end up taking delivery of cars the same 3 day period when you were set such a positive expectation and me a lot less of one.

My journey of buying has been wretched. for me. Audi originally then MB. With Audi the dealer was dreadful and they were a large one. The company equally as bad in their support to the dealer. With Mercedes at least, the dealer was also exposed on knowledge and support but at least had the good grace to admit they were not up to speed. I do think Mercedes themselves are the core of 90% of this frustration.

Anyway all that aside, enjoy the new motor. I'm absolutely sure you will. Saw mine yesterday and I'm allowing myself to get a little excited for the first time.

Let us know how it goes and post a few photos. Cheers

Hi Guys,

I'm just jumping in here to voice my frustration also. Currently an owner of an EQC 1886 since Sep '19, I ordered an EQS 53 AMG in early Feb '22. A few months later, I discovered it was being manufactured end of Nov '22, and no more than 2 months ago, that hadn't changed.

Imagine my surprise (along with a good helping of disappointment) when I went into the garage yesterday to be told it's now showing as May '23. There's no reason given whatsoever.

What makes this worse, is that MB doesn't seem to want to fulfil customer orders as a priority. I appreciate that the last couple of years have been challenging from a supply and shortage perspective, but since my order (and yours) they've managed to release the EQS SUV, the EQE, the EQE SUV, the latter two of which also come in the 53 AMG flavour, as well as many other new ICE or hybrid models. They've managed to find the parts to make the army of press-release vehicles they unleash around the world to build the hype, but paying customers with long-term orders seems to be the last thing on their minds.

Having found this discussion, what also concerns me is that our timelines are similar, but the months we're being given don't add up. I would have preferred to discover (given we ordered very close to each other) that my timelines matched yours. I guess I'll add a good dose of anti-confidence to the mix with MB now!