In Australia, new-car wait times have mostly settled: mainstream models are often delivered in 2–8 weeks, while hot-selling hybrids and some EVs can take 3–6 months.
Highly optioned trims or niche imports may blow out to 9–12 months, and a custom colour can add lag for good measure.
Want it now? Dealer in‑stock and demo cars are usually immediate, and a dealer swap interstate can shave weeks off.
Lock in a build slot with a refundable deposit, get the ETA in writing, and ask for VIN allocation updates so you know it’s real.
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