AD screwed me

[racingfreak]

Going over the AD's head to complain to Rolex probably not the best way to build a relationship with the AD. Like everyone said, there was probably a VVIP that wanted one. Until you've paid the money and received the receipt it's unfortunately theirs to do with as they please.

Most AD's do get the Daytonas every month, some both dials, some one in alternating dial every month, smaller AD's less so. That said, if they were phoning you, you were probably worst case another 2 to 3 months away now. If I were you I'd visit the AD and have a friendly chat to them.

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[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by Six-n-twins

Lady called to tell me it was in store, then called back to say the owner decided to keep it

What!?

Alright, keep us posted, I want to see where this ends.

[PatronMTL]

Originally Posted by Mystro

This is why we have forum trusted sellers. You can always make more money but you can’t buy your waiting time back.

Ya but what if you have to work extra time to make that money back. Pretty much offsets the wait time you’re saying is a waste as you’ll just waste your time making the money to pay grey difference

Of course there are some that grow money on trees, but for the rest of us lol

[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by Bluepilot15

I wouldn’t worry about it. I read another post that said the bubble was bursting. You’ll see Daytonas in the case by January. I promise.

Hahahaha

[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by Rolextellstime

You should thank them, at least for a while you thought you had it :)

Just kidding, sorry for your negative experience. I doubt rolex will do anything about it but if I was you I would definitely talk to the AD and offer them a chance to make it up to you.

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Hahaha come on!

[TempoKing]

Originally Posted by Six-n-twins

Lady called to tell me it was in store, then called back to say the owner decided to keep it

If he wanted a Daytona for himself (?)...He would have gotten one long time ago

ADs are in the black market business now - probably he got $7,000 above retail
...or more....So ...it became his ...

[TempoKing]

Originally Posted by eco8gator

There will be another; be patient.

Not from an AD ...

[TempoKing]

Originally Posted by BigBoy17

If you offered 2k more over retail you would of had the watch and saved 8k:)

I seriously doubt 2k would have sealed the deal, they would not give it
to an unknown buyer above retail...they know what to do.

[importstunna]

That sucks, but I wouldn't lose sleep over it. Crappy thing for the owner to do, but at the end of the day, it's just a watch. If you really want it, go grey and screw the AD!

[nnigel46]

Sounds like a joke. Why even call you ? Most likely kept it to flip sad

[42itus]

All this angst for a watch? You live a blessed life of something this trivial upsets you.


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[jimcameron]

How can you ever recover from such tragedy?

[scombs263]

Sorry to hear about that bs. Sounds like someone jumped the gun or put their foot in their mouth before checking with dad. I’ve been waiting since Nov 2016 for my Daytona and no word yet when it will be my turn from my AD.

[Nairn1980]

Originally Posted by Six-n-twins

Was waiting 6 months for a Daytona Panda. Watch came in. AD decided to keep it for himself. Needless to say I'm super pissed. Writing to Rolex. Not sure it will do any good, but I am very frustrated

Thanks for listening

Writing to Rolex?
I can already tell you the reply if you want to know it sooner?

[joli160]

Feeling entitled?

[Speedbird-1]

AD's name?

[Nairn1980]

Originally Posted by Lt Virgil Hilts

AD's name?

Should the AD be named?
Not sure they’re really done anything wrong

[watchmaker]

I’m speechless and full of rage on your behalf. You waited six months for a steel Daytona (longer than anyone else in the world has ever had to wait). You are entitled to it! They should give you it for free to ease the suffering you have endured.

On a serious note, get a grip. You are entitled to nothing in life, especially a Daytona. That one was nearly yours (maybe) but now it’s not. Move on and suck it up.

[watchmaker]

Originally Posted by Nairn1980

Should the AD be named?
Not sure they’re really done anything wrong

Agreed

[padi56]

Originally Posted by WatchLurv

The owner had another buyer lined up. It's fair game. His shop, his rules.

You writing to Rolex? Cry me a river please. I'll put on some Justin Timberlake for you. Almost think this is a borderline troll post.

Have to agree 100% plus if true what original poster stated AD has done nothing wrong..

[BumbleB]

Originally Posted by TempoKing

I seriously doubt 2k would have sealed the deal, they would not give it

to an unknown buyer above retail...they know what to do.

This is true. To make this observation you must either be a high-roller or an AD :)


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[tamiya]

Originally Posted by padi56

Have to agree 100% plus if true what original poster stated AD has done nothing wrong..

...except for that lady staffer that called up with the news, then tried uncalling...

If she hadn't stuck her nose in, everybody would've been None The Wiser

[fskywalker]

Sorry to hear!

[Fire bloke]

Oh what a shame..never mind
Fancy getting the call and then being dropped
You must be devistated.

It's like someone saying to me there is £14,000 of free money then saying we got it wrong ..I would be devistated too...

You should really consider contacting Rolex head office
I am certain they will also feel your pain...

[sub2011]

Originally Posted by WatchLurv

The owner had another buyer lined up. It's fair game. His shop, his rules.

You writing to Rolex? Cry me a river please. I'll put on some Justin Timberlake for you. Almost think this is a borderline troll post.

This!!

[mountainjogger]

Originally Posted by Six-n-twins

Was waiting 6 months for a Daytona Panda. Watch came in. AD decided to keep it for himself. Needless to say I'm super pissed. Writing to Rolex. Not sure it will do any good, but I am very frustrated

Thanks for listening

This is not something I would write to Rolex about.

It is not your watch until you have paid for it and the warranty card has been transferred.

Rolex will wonder why in the world you are bothering them. And I do not think that they will even speak to the AD.

In the unlikely event Rolex does speak with the AD, your best case is that he will say this is was a miscommunication and the matter will be closed. Your worst case is that he will deny that it ever happened, and again, the matter will be closed.

Either way, IMOP, you are wasting your time. And the likely outcome is that both Rolex and the AD will put your name on the "we do not want to deal with this person list." And while the "wait list" may be fictional, the "we do not want to deal with this person list" is real. Everyone has one. From bankers to gardeners.

And as the name implies, once you are on the "we do not want to deal with this person list," people will not deal with you. And will put you at the bottom of every other list. It is just human nature.

Nor would I speak to the AD. That is unless you can catch a grip on your outrage and use it to your advantage. Just a casual conversation making light of the situation but using it to try and leverage yourself to get the watch you want. Otherwise, you guessed it, you will get on the "we do not want to deal with this person list."

[brandrea]

Welcome to the forum.

I’d be curious to know how long you’ve been frequenting this AD. Do you have a purchase history with them?

Regardless, whenever someone breaks their word it’s disappointing.

I have a feeling there’s more to the story.

[jaySL350]

Chances are the watch may have been for you until a “ whale” popped in and dropped §§§§§,
Not down to the AD ,,,

[Littletommy]

Originally Posted by schoolboy

What!?

Alright, keep us posted, I want to see where this ends.

I think it's already ended.

[Swaye]

I waited patiently on my old ADs "list" for almost two years, then was politely told it would be years and years if ever. Switched ADs and have been patiently waiting a year on their list - and they have gotten me an SD43, BLNR, BLRO and my Hulk is coming in the next week. So they have been good to me. But the Daytona is a different animal. They did tell me a few days ago when they called to tell me my Hulk would be in shortly that they hoped to have a Daytona for me in a year, maybe a touch more. If so, that will be four years of waiting across 2 ADs. Does it suck? Yes. Will it make the watch even sweeter if/when it comes in? You bet!