Hilux Production News

[Atomik75]

This is from the email I received from our fleet manager at Toyota:

Think I got my new one just in time!

"As per our communication on 2 November, Toyota Fleet is committed to keeping you up to date on the latest developments with our operations in Thailand. Our thoughts are with those affected by the flooding in Thailand.
As a result of parts supply delays, production has been affected.
HiLux Production
Due to the ongoing flood situation in Thailand, there will be no HiLux production until 12 November. Production outlook after this date is yet to be decided. As a result of this production stoppage, we have been advised that January 2012 allocation has been omitted to help catch up on October 2011 to December 2011 production.
Japan-Produced Vehicles
Due to the effects of the floods, parts supply for products built in Japan have been impacted. Prado production stopped from 1-4 November and LandCruiser 200 production stopped from 3-4 November. Production following these dates is to be confirmed.
At this stage, effects of the floods are continuing and the impact to our suppliers is changing. Please be assured that recovery efforts are currently being made across Toyota.
Toyota Fleet deeply regrets the additional impact this event is having on our valued customers.
We will continue to keep you updated with information as it becomes available. "

[Qwerty]

What about 70 series GXL utes?

[Swinny]

nice not good if youve got the money and can't get one

[racerubber]

Over the moon that I ordered mine on Monday ( SR5 Dual cab Man Diesel). And will be taking delivery on Friday.

But I was warned about this problem and for once it was not just salesman BS.

They are very few SR5 DC in dealer stock at the moment....

[djs0276]

I heard yesterday there's up to a 7 month wait for some Hiluxes now.....

[Atomik75]

I heard yesterday there's up to a 7 month wait for some Hiluxes now.....

Yep...i was told when I ordered mine if i wanted my first choice of black auto V6 id be likely seeing it in April/May.

[racerubber]

I heard yesterday there's up to a 7 month wait for some Hiluxes now.....

Yep...i was told when I ordered mine if i wanted my first choice of black auto V6 id be likely seeing it in April/May.

I know where there is one available ex stock right now in Mlebourne. PM me if interested.

[Triggy03]

Hhmmmmm................will this play into the hands of the newRanger mob for those that can't wait????

[Hendo66]

''They're not making Rangers and they're not making Fiestas, so we will have a lack of some of those vehicles for a period of time,'' Ford spokeswoman Sinead Phipps says. http://news.drive.com.au/drive/motor-ne ... 1myux.html

Mmmmmmmmm............I think they have the same problem?

Hendo66

[bobdid]

I just got told by a stealer the thialand plant will close on the 1st a january for rebuild due to floods and is not expected to go in to full production till early February. This will add to long delivery times.

Ford ranger is out till April delivery already. Just tried to by a couple for work and was given the bad news. I need these vehicles for new staff coming on board. Not sure what to do now.

[Triggy03]

These natural disasters in Thailand will certainly affect their economy. You have to feel for all the workers affeceted....

[Doug67]

Bobdid
The Ford Cessnock dealer NSW has just had maybe 6 to 8 new Ranger's in stock as seen when driving past.

Doug

[Alby]

I think it was the Blacktown dealer advertising he had stock as well

[djyates]

I just got told by a stealer the thialand plant will close on the 1st a january for rebuild due to floods and is not expected to go in to full production till early February. This will add to long delivery times.

Ford ranger is out till April delivery already. Just tried to by a couple for work and was given the bad news. I need these vehicles for new staff coming on board. Not sure what to do now.

Get a couple of second hand, late model Hiluxes for the same price. They will probably still outlast the alternatives!

[jimO]

I just got told by a stealer the thialand plant will close on the 1st a january for rebuild due to floods and is not expected to go in to full production till early February. This will add to long delivery times.

Ford ranger is out till April delivery already. Just tried to by a couple for work and was given the bad news. I need these vehicles for new staff coming on board. Not sure what to do now.

Get a couple of second hand, late model Hiluxes for the same price. They will probably still outlast the alternatives!

do you think so??

[pilgrim]

Finally !!!

http://www.mcot.net/cfcustom/cache_page/296177.html

"Toyota Motor Thailand Co., Ltd. on Monday partly resumed production of sedans and pickups at three plants after the worst Thai flooding in decades forced them to temporarily shut down in October due to supply chain disruptions."

[mark1966]

My dealer recons he should be able to give me a definate date by the end of the month, been on order now since begining of nov and they are starting to filter through.
i wont be holding my breath though, has anyone else heard anything from their dealers.

[MADDOG]

I was talking to a dealer in Victoria during the week and was told they are currently taking orders for April build, May delivery.

[dute]

I was talking to a dealer in Victoria during the week and was told they are currently taking orders for April build, May delivery.

So did Jim put an order in for a new green lux

[MADDOG]

They don't do green any more.