More and more people are asking the "what do I check for when I pick my RRS up from the dealer" question, so this topic goes some way to build a checklist. I have made it a sticky and we'll run this in a similar vein to the RRS Glossary thread... any additions will be consolidated into the initial post and then deleted.

I have started it off with some basic culling of some previous content, but please feel free to add as things come up.

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RRSPORT.CO.UK Delivery Checklist:

Dealer PDI Checklist:
- http://www.rrsport.co.uk/gallery/albums/us...cklist.pdf
- This can be x-referenced if you have time/inclination

Paintwork
- Discolouration
- Marks/Swirling/Scratches
- Protective films not removed properly at PDI

Body/Chassis
- If SC, correct types of grille and vents fitted
- Ensure air suspension sitting level at all four corners

Wheels
- Check alloys free of scuffs/marks

Interior
- Check leather is clean & blemish free
- Check stitching where necessary for misalignment
- Check front/rear grab handles installed in correct locations

Ensure all dealer-fit items are fitted and correct
- Replacement grilles/vents etc
- Side steps
- Dealer-swapped 20in alloys

Dealer handover
- "How-to" runthrough complete?
- Should be some sort of handover gift: champagne is a popular one 

Last edited by shmoogle on Fri Sep 08 2006 11:07am. Edited 1 time in total

shmoogle,

The PDI checklist is for used vehicles..., is it the same for new ones also?  Malaysia Boleh!
4.2SC Chawton White, Stormers
Tasmod's Sills, Wind Deflectors, LR Sills
Clear Side Repeaters, Towbar
Larini Sports Exhaust, K&N Air Filter

Yes RRS 2.7 TDV6 HSE Zambezi silver,Alpaca.
On Order - LRX expected 2010
DO NOT CLICK HERE!

A bunch of flowers on the back seat for the wife is always a nice touch.

Not that my stealers provided anything like that. Arctic Frost TDV6 SE. Aspen Leather, Cherry Wood, Privacy Glass, PTI, Tow Pack, Mudflaps, Tasmods, a new Fuelflap, a RRSport.co.uk umbrella in the boot & a RRSport.co.uk sticker on the rear glass.
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This'll be useful next week - dealer has just called to say its arrived early and I can collect it on Friday - yipppeeeee !!!

I'll let you know of any freebies they throw in.

Tonse

Don't get overexcited - my dealer threw in a bottle of "champagne" which could best be described as poor quality paint stripper. It was quite hideous! 

I was lucky to get a "Thankyou for your business".

Three brand new motors in five years, plus family and friends using the dealership on my recommendation.

I always get a better dealer experience at the Ford dealers when we pick up the wife's new motors. Arctic Frost TDV6 SE. Aspen Leather, Cherry Wood, Privacy Glass, PTI, Tow Pack, Mudflaps, Tasmods, a new Fuelflap, a RRSport.co.uk umbrella in the boot & a RRSport.co.uk sticker on the rear glass.
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Don't you get a card that says "LR Employee - Special Treatment Please"? 

Is there an independent company / professionals that do inspections on behalf of buyers of new cars, similar to AA for used cars?

We use specialists surveyors for a number of purposes - would be useful to have some one go over the car prior to collecting it at end of month to ensure PDI has been done correctly. 07MY TDV6 HSE, Zermatt Silver, Privacy Glass, Tow Bar, Phone Cradle, Mud Flaps

On order Hybrid 3lt Sport ......expected 2009

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LR Defender 07

Now that's a good idea! RRS 2.7 TDV6 HSE Zambezi silver,Alpaca.
On Order - LRX expected 2010
DO NOT CLICK HERE!

Have just found out the AA recommend the following Co for vehicle inspections. They inspect new and used vehicles. I may give them a go on the day I collect the vehicle ! Rather be safe than sorry !

http://www.theaa.com/allaboutcars/inspection_book.html 07MY TDV6 HSE, Zermatt Silver, Privacy Glass, Tow Bar, Phone Cradle, Mud Flaps

On order Hybrid 3lt Sport ......expected 2009

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LR Defender 07

Too right. £378 for FFRR, the RRS isn't listed on their site... I expect a phone call is in order. 

Have just called them - £274 inc of vat for RRS - worth it for peace of mind. 07MY TDV6 HSE, Zermatt Silver, Privacy Glass, Tow Bar, Phone Cradle, Mud Flaps

On order Hybrid 3lt Sport ......expected 2009

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LR Defender 07

shmoogle wrote:

Don't get overexcited - my dealer threw in a bottle of "champagne" which could best be described as poor quality paint stripper. It was quite hideous!

Classy. Ebay fodder?