car waiting times

Waiting for a new car can feel like queueing for a sausage sizzle that never ends.

In Australia, lead times swing from a few weeks to many months depending on model, trim, colour, and how many allocations your dealer actually has.

Hybrids and popular utes tend to take longer; end-of-line stock and common fleet spec can be surprisingly quick.

Ask for a written ETA tied to a specific VIN/build slot, and be flexible on colour or options—those two moves can chop the delay dramatically.

If the dealer can’t quote an allocation number, you’re in a queue, not a production plan.

Can’t be bothered waiting? Used cars are ready now—have a look on Tradingpost, and you might be driving before your takeaway’s gone cold.