The email below from Vanarama - I asked why no one other Vanarama customers have been told about this but said he has a 400-odd list of ppl to get to:
Hi Mr XXX,
Thanks for your time today.
As discussed, MG have not been able to allocate your vehicle a build slot yet. MG have now informed us that the most realistic estimate for build dates for these vehicles is the beginning of next year, which means your vehicle is most likely to be arriving in March/April time after being built and shipped to the UK.
The reasons given by MG are due to a combination of global issues within the industry, including semi-conductor shortages and global disruption to supply chains.
This is an estimated delivery timeline at this point, we are in regular contact with MG, and as soon as we have any further updates, we will advise you. Obviously if they arrive any earlier, we will contact you straight away to organise delivery of your vehicle ASAP.
Your vehicle was eligible for the electric grant at the point of order, unfortunately the government removed the electrical vehicle grant in June, the rules applied by the government in doing this stipulate the vehicle must be delivered within 12 months from the time of application for the grant to be eligible.
Due to the delay, it is highly likely the car we have ordered will not qualify for the government grant by the time it arrives. Unfortunately, this will mean an increase in the monthly rentals. We have worked extremely hard with your finance company to ensure the price you get will be the best price possible, but it will take into account the removal of the government grant.
If you are willing to keep the order with us the monthly rental will be £xxx.xx which is an increase of £83.33
I have looked for alternatives, and even with the loss of the government grant all options are significantly more expensive.
If you are happy to proceed with the new price, please let me know as I will arrange with the funder.
I understand this isn't the news you wanted to hear, but please can you let me know how you want to proceed ASAP to avoid any further delays.
Thanks & regards,
Ben Haghi
Account Manager
Tel: 01442 838 195
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