Who's on the Vessel Don Juan this Valentine's Week??!!!

KL2DC · 02-16-2006, 11:30 AM

fletcher969 · 02-16-2006, 12:42 PM

WE'RE UNDERWAY!!!!!

mandrimac · 02-16-2006, 12:42 PM

WOW!!!

And I thought I was going overboard with the tracking stuff

Thanks guys! Awesome :rocks:

02-16-2006, 12:48 PM

i ordered my car oct 17 and had it nov 26th... its a 2 month wait now?

fletcher969 · 02-16-2006, 12:49 PM

Next stop....Halifax in 7 days!

mandrimac · 02-16-2006, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by fletcher969

Next stop....Halifax in 7 days!

Where will they unload yours, NY or SC?

fletcher969 · 02-16-2006, 12:58 PM

SC. I thought NY seemed more practical given my proximity to both locations, but I'm not the one considering the monetary aspects of BMW's affairs. Ahhh...what's a few extra days added to my wait?

fletcher969 · 02-16-2006, 12:59 PM

Ruh Roh!!! Where is the DJ going? Did I speak prematurely?

fletcher969 · 02-16-2006, 01:00 PM

Oh geez! I know what's going on....it's taking the overland route!

KL2DC · 02-16-2006, 01:12 PM

02/16/06 14:05 EST (1 hr lag on AIS)

WTF

They left something behind?? Left port and redocked on the other side...

Is this normal? Delays looming? ...

KL2DC · 02-16-2006, 01:37 PM

There's only one way to be sure ... Quick someone, give them a call!!!....or Fax or Email TELEX ... whichever works.

Tell them, there's a nice $20 bill if they get here in 5 days ...

One of these INMARSAT numbers should work....

edit: its the second listing ... D J is registered in Sweden

To contact an Inmarsat terminal by phone, fax or telex, you need to dial: the international dialling code + Inmarsat satellite code + Inmarsat mobile number

gdnyc · 02-16-2006, 01:46 PM

Damn, I missed the boat.

According to OC, my car has been produced but awaiting transport. Anybody have any idea how long before they a stock a new ship and set sail???

It also looks like the Don Juan crashed into the Lyndhurst?? HA! God I hope not

KL2DC · 02-16-2006, 01:51 PM

gdnyc: Are you sure you missed the boat. OC and the 1-800# are notoriously slooowww to update/reflect the latest information. You should contact your CA for the latest/detailed information. Ask for a print screen off his DCS for full shipping details.

If you did miss the Don Juan, check out Bremerhaven's schedule: http://www.dbh.de/index.php?id=151 ... just punch in your port and range of dates, vessel is auto/vehicle carrier ... it'll pull up the schedule so you can anticipate which vessel your car might catch. Good luck...

KL2DC · 02-16-2006, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by gdnyc

It also looks like the Don Juan crashed into the Lyndhurst?? HA! God I hope not

Don't saaayy thaaat!!

... I'm jsut crazy enough to bug them on the satellite phone just to make sure ...

mandrimac · 02-16-2006, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KL2DC

Don't saaayy thaaat!!

... I'm jsut crazy enough to bug them on the satellite phone just to make sure ...

Did you get through to them yet on the phone?

KL2DC · 02-16-2006, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by mandrimac

Did you get through to them yet on the phone?

I did, some Swede named Lars picked up the phone ... apparently, as they were leaving Southampton, they realized that the rear hatch doors had not been secured, consequently a single e90 matching the description (325i / BR / Step / Power Seats / Black - Aluminum Trim) rolled off into the English channel ... so they had to redock to assess their losses ...

Just kidding, my friend ... I would never wish that on a fellow e90post'er.... Cheers...

Seriously, has anyone ever called the boats...what would one say??

... "WTF you're going the wrong way!!" or "Get your asses back on the boat..." or...

mandrimac · 02-16-2006, 05:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KL2DC

I did, some Swede named Lars picked up the phone ... apparently, as they were leaving Southampton, they realized that the rear hatch doors had not been secured, consequently a single e90 matching the description (325i / BR / Step / Power Seats / Black - Aluminum Trim) rolled off into the English channel ... so they had to redock to assess their losses ...

Just kidding, my friend ... I would never wish that on a fellow e90post'er.... Cheers...

Seriously, has anyone ever called the boats...what would one say??

... "WTF you're going the wrong way!!" or "Get your asses back on the boat..." or...

I am more worried about the keg of beer in the boot though!

KL2DC · 02-16-2006, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by mandrimac

I am more worried about the keg of beer in the boot though!

Oh the beer's gone....how'd you figure my car got on the boat so quickly...

That's the whole idea, that's why I ticked that option (option code VPP - pronounced Vee Pee Pee ) on the build sheet

... it's more value for money than the sat prep option...

Ask your friendly BMW CA for more details ...

KL2DC · 02-16-2006, 06:27 PM

02/16/06 19:23 EST / 12/17/07 00:23 (UK time)

I guess the Don Juan is behind schedule ....

fletcher969 · 02-16-2006, 07:05 PM

Ok...figured I'd waste some of my energy wondering why our tug is stuck in Southampton, and find some tidbits...

I'm guessing, based on the AISLive info, and map below, that our tug is docked in either berths #38 or #39 of the Test Pier. Here's my tidbit offering:

"In 1966, Queen Elizabeth opened a new passenger and cargo terminal at Berths 38 and 39 and it was soon named after her."

How about that? A famous dock for our little tug to enjoy while we grow ever increasingly curious about her status! Maybe the DJ has a flat tire, and there isn't a runflat in stock anywhere nearby!

Fletch!

KL2DC · 02-16-2006, 08:01 PM

fletcher969: great stuff ... I am finding it hard to keep up with you ...

This has got to be one of the most colorful/detailed "waiting on a vessel" thread ever ... :rocks: Let's try to keep it up

KL2DC · 02-16-2006, 08:16 PM

It gets curious and curiouser ... the D J's earlier position at Berth 35 (the other side of the quay is the designated berth for car carriers. The even have a huge multi-storey parking structure to hold cars prior to loading.

The D J's current position i.e. berth 38/39 is the official Passenger terminal for the QE2. Whats our specialized auto cargo carrier doing in a passenger terminal???

Berth 38/39 QE2 Passenger Terminal

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mandrimac Private 3 Rep 59 Posts Drives: 325i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	WOW!!! And I thought I was going overboard with the tracking stuff Thanks guys! Awesome :rocks: __________________ 325i / BR / Step / Power Seats / Black - Aluminum Trim
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fletcher969 Dad: "Can't never did nothing" 8 Rep 319 Posts Drives: '96 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	Next stop....Halifax in 7 days! Attached Images __________________ 2006 330i: SG/Blk-Blk-Burl/6MT/ZSP/Heated seats/Sat prep 01-26-2006: Ordered Vehicle 02-01-2006: Production Start 02-06-2006: Production End 02-09-2006: Arrived at POExit 02-13-2006: Transit - Don Juan 03-01-2006: Unloaded in Charleston 03-02-2006: VPC 03-06-2006: Arrived at dealership 03-08-2006: Took delivery
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fletcher969 Dad: "Can't never did nothing" 8 Rep 319 Posts Drives: '96 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	SC. I thought NY seemed more practical given my proximity to both locations, but I'm not the one considering the monetary aspects of BMW's affairs. Ahhh...what's a few extra days added to my wait? __________________ 2006 330i: SG/Blk-Blk-Burl/6MT/ZSP/Heated seats/Sat prep 01-26-2006: Ordered Vehicle 02-01-2006: Production Start 02-06-2006: Production End 02-09-2006: Arrived at POExit 02-13-2006: Transit - Don Juan 03-01-2006: Unloaded in Charleston 03-02-2006: VPC 03-06-2006: Arrived at dealership 03-08-2006: Took delivery
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fletcher969 Dad: "Can't never did nothing" 8 Rep 319 Posts Drives: '96 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	Ruh Roh!!! Where is the DJ going? Did I speak prematurely? Attached Images __________________ 2006 330i: SG/Blk-Blk-Burl/6MT/ZSP/Heated seats/Sat prep 01-26-2006: Ordered Vehicle 02-01-2006: Production Start 02-06-2006: Production End 02-09-2006: Arrived at POExit 02-13-2006: Transit - Don Juan 03-01-2006: Unloaded in Charleston 03-02-2006: VPC 03-06-2006: Arrived at dealership 03-08-2006: Took delivery
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fletcher969 Dad: "Can't never did nothing" 8 Rep 319 Posts Drives: '96 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	Oh geez! I know what's going on....it's taking the overland route! __________________ 2006 330i: SG/Blk-Blk-Burl/6MT/ZSP/Heated seats/Sat prep 01-26-2006: Ordered Vehicle 02-01-2006: Production Start 02-06-2006: Production End 02-09-2006: Arrived at POExit 02-13-2006: Transit - Don Juan 03-01-2006: Unloaded in Charleston 03-02-2006: VPC 03-06-2006: Arrived at dealership 03-08-2006: Took delivery
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KL2DC Moderator 318 Rep 17,767 Posts Drives: F36 428i,E90 328i, E85 Z4 3.0i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (23) Garage List 2015 F36 428i [0.00] 2011 E90 328i [0.00] 2006 E85 Z4 3.0i [0.00]	There's only one way to be sure ... Quick someone, give them a call!!!....or Fax or Email TELEX ... whichever works. Tell them, there's a nice $20 bill if they get here in 5 days ... One of these INMARSAT numbers should work.... edit: its the second listing ... D J is registered in Sweden To contact an Inmarsat terminal by phone, fax or telex, you need to dial: the international dialling code + Inmarsat satellite code + Inmarsat mobile number __________________ Official DC Metro Registry - Current, New & Prospective Area Members Roll Call! Last edited by KL2DC; 02-16-2006 at 01:54 PM..
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gdnyc Lieutenant 24 Rep 472 Posts Drives: 2006 330xi Jet Black Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Damn, I missed the boat. According to OC, my car has been produced but awaiting transport. Anybody have any idea how long before they a stock a new ship and set sail??? It also looks like the Don Juan crashed into the Lyndhurst?? HA! God I hope not __________________ 2006 330xi BMW, please get rid of the RFT's and give us a spare tire!
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KL2DC Moderator 318 Rep 17,767 Posts Drives: F36 428i,E90 328i, E85 Z4 3.0i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (23) Garage List 2015 F36 428i [0.00] 2011 E90 328i [0.00] 2006 E85 Z4 3.0i [0.00]	gdnyc: Are you sure you missed the boat. OC and the 1-800# are notoriously slooowww to update/reflect the latest information. You should contact your CA for the latest/detailed information. Ask for a print screen off his DCS for full shipping details. If you did miss the Don Juan, check out Bremerhaven's schedule: http://www.dbh.de/index.php?id=151 ... just punch in your port and range of dates, vessel is auto/vehicle carrier ... it'll pull up the schedule so you can anticipate which vessel your car might catch. Good luck... __________________ Official DC Metro Registry - Current, New & Prospective Area Members Roll Call!
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KL2DC Moderator 318 Rep 17,767 Posts Drives: F36 428i,E90 328i, E85 Z4 3.0i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (23) Garage List 2015 F36 428i [0.00] 2011 E90 328i [0.00] 2006 E85 Z4 3.0i [0.00]	02/16/06 19:23 EST / 12/17/07 00:23 (UK time) I guess the Don Juan is behind schedule .... __________________ Official DC Metro Registry - Current, New & Prospective Area Members Roll Call!
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02-16-2006, 07:05 PM	#64
fletcher969 Dad: "Can't never did nothing" 8 Rep 319 Posts Drives: '96 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	Are we anxious or what? ;) Ok...figured I'd waste some of my energy wondering why our tug is stuck in Southampton, and find some tidbits... I'm guessing, based on the AISLive info, and map below, that our tug is docked in either berths #38 or #39 of the Test Pier. Here's my tidbit offering: "In 1966, Queen Elizabeth opened a new passenger and cargo terminal at Berths 38 and 39 and it was soon named after her." How about that? A famous dock for our little tug to enjoy while we grow ever increasingly curious about her status! Maybe the DJ has a flat tire, and there isn't a runflat in stock anywhere nearby! Fletch! Attached Images __________________ 2006 330i: SG/Blk-Blk-Burl/6MT/ZSP/Heated seats/Sat prep 01-26-2006: Ordered Vehicle 02-01-2006: Production Start 02-06-2006: Production End 02-09-2006: Arrived at POExit 02-13-2006: Transit - Don Juan 03-01-2006: Unloaded in Charleston 03-02-2006: VPC 03-06-2006: Arrived at dealership 03-08-2006: Took delivery
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KL2DC Moderator 318 Rep 17,767 Posts Drives: F36 428i,E90 328i, E85 Z4 3.0i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (23) Garage List 2015 F36 428i [0.00] 2011 E90 328i [0.00] 2006 E85 Z4 3.0i [0.00]	fletcher969: great stuff ... I am finding it hard to keep up with you ... This has got to be one of the most colorful/detailed "waiting on a vessel" thread ever ... :rocks: Let's try to keep it up __________________ Official DC Metro Registry - Current, New & Prospective Area Members Roll Call!
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KL2DC Moderator 318 Rep 17,767 Posts Drives: F36 428i,E90 328i, E85 Z4 3.0i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (23) Garage List 2015 F36 428i [0.00] 2011 E90 328i [0.00] 2006 E85 Z4 3.0i [0.00]	It gets curious and curiouser ... the D J's earlier position at Berth 35 (the other side of the quay is the designated berth for car carriers. The even have a huge multi-storey parking structure to hold cars prior to loading. The D J's current position i.e. berth 38/39 is the official Passenger terminal for the QE2. Whats our specialized auto cargo carrier doing in a passenger terminal??? Berth 38/39 QE2 Passenger Terminal __________________ Official DC Metro Registry - Current, New & Prospective Area Members Roll Call!
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