How long is it taking for you guys to get the A3 once you place the order ? My dealer in ORegon is saying 3 months.Thanks

but here is the "old" status guide:

A status is when the factory starts planning to build a car. They confirm production capacity will be able to supply a built car at the end of the cycle.

B status is when the car shows in a dealer's allocation - 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 months to delivery. Usually order entered mid-month. Surest way to get exactly what you want. You should get a request number ( used to track car prior to vin# assigned ) within a few weeks of factory allocation acknowledgement.

C status is production release. The factory allocates parts/options/colours to build car. Suppliers are contacted and given orders. Can be changed if in early status - need to keep close eye to make sure changes are acknowledged by factory in time. - 3 months to delivery.

D status is when everything is locked down and being built. The car should have a vin# at this time.

F status hapens when the car is being processed for the port for shipping.

HA is when the car is shipped. About 4 to 6 weeks to go.

The next step is IA status. Car is in port over here. Depending on port authorities, etc. you should see the car in a few weeks.

It then goes into different status:
-Order Entry
-Marked Sold Order
-Vehicle Assigned
-Release to manufacturer
-Release for Production
-Factory Inspected (That's when we get the VIN#)
-Departure Port Arrived (Germany)
-Ship Loaded
-Port Arrived
-Dealer Invoice (When dealer gets invoiced on it)
-Port Hold (may only be applicable if waiting for a part or the dealer put it on hold on purpose at the port)
-Release to Carrier (Truck)
-Dealer Delivered.

There you go.

<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/63004/pc280028.t.jpg"></center><p>So if the built date is around that time, there might be additional delays. We ordered an A4 Cabriolet in early September of 03, We received it December 21. The "build week" was on time and actual build date was November 10. There were no real delays, (shipping labor strikes, etc.) so I hope this info helps. P.S. Car arrived exactly as ordered and perfect condition.

Prost!!

Goes to show you how much I know about Germany.